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but on the contrary a curse.
but on the contrary a curse.
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it is a lesson that is hardly learned:
it is a Lesson that is hardly learned:
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To pray for successe of that discharge:
To pray for success of that discharge:
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and now I have offended him again and again:
and now I have offended him again and again:
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therefore we should help them by our prayers.
Therefore we should help them by our Prayers.
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then the present profit, or pleasure, or whatsoever:
then the present profit, or pleasure, or whatsoever:
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Why art thou thus? yet trust in God;
Why art thou thus? yet trust in God;
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But God never repents of his earnest;
But God never repents of his earnest;
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Brother, he means not only by Grace but by calling:
Brother, he means not only by Grace but by calling:
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but in our wicked hearts too.
but in our wicked hearts too.
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as he made the World of nothing by his very Word.
as he made the World of nothing by his very Word.
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it is a lesson that we can never learn as we ought.
it is a Lesson that we can never Learn as we ought.
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The intemperate man that is sick makes the Physitian seeme cruel.
The intemperate man that is sick makes the physician seem cruel.
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every day takes away a part of our life.
every day Takes away a part of our life.
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and a praising of him, his whole life is a thanksgiving:
and a praising of him, his Whole life is a thanksgiving:
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and not onely hate it, but hate it out of love to God.
and not only hate it, but hate it out of love to God.
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if he give himself to Gods truth to be ruled by it.
if he give himself to God's truth to be ruled by it.
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and hand and seal of such a one, that it is a truth.
and hand and seal of such a one, that it is a truth.
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what we do, and upon what ground we undertake it;
what we do, and upon what ground we undertake it;
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And God himself was suspected of Adam in innocency:
And God himself was suspected of Adam in innocency:
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but to break off the course of your sins as God shall enable you;
but to break off the course of your Sins as God shall enable you;
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and yet we are not merciful to our selves.
and yet we Are not merciful to our selves.
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Take him out of this order, and think not of him as a God of comfort,
Take him out of this order, and think not of him as a God of Comfort,
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for all is in the application.
for all is in the application.
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or rather that is risen again, who fits at the right hand of God. or rather that is risen again, who fits At the right hand of God.
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it was the fittest time to tempt him when Christ was severed.
it was the Fittest time to tempt him when christ was severed.
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And as I said, let us make use of comfort from others:
And as I said, let us make use of Comfort from Others:
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Now our pronenesse to it doth justifie Gods dealing in many things.
Now our proneness to it does justify God's dealing in many things.
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It is an easie matter to know it:
It is an easy matter to know it:
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All things that are weak, are supported by somewhat that is stronger.
All things that Are weak, Are supported by somewhat that is Stronger.
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but the soul is not for them.
but the soul is not for them.
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When God is thus honoured, he works wonders.
When God is thus honoured, he works wonders.
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as we see in the storie of the Acts, and in this place and others:
as we see in the story of the Acts, and in this place and Others:
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but all men naturally have a conscience:
but all men naturally have a conscience:
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and within there is a hell:
and within there is a hell:
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nay, take it in the best sense; take it for the rules of reason:
nay, take it in the best sense; take it for the rules of reason:
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Likenesse is the mother of errour. Falshood is wondrous like truth;Likeness is the mother of error. Falsehood is wondrous like truth;
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Now besides these, besides the favour of God accepting us in Christ:
Now beside these, beside the favour of God accepting us in christ:
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and like to the disposition of Christ to whose Image he is renewed.
and like to the disposition of christ to whose Image he is renewed.
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heaven and earth must be overturned to overturne the faith of a Christian.
heaven and earth must be overturned to overturn the faith of a Christian.
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Those that account us not helpers of joy, know not our calling:
Those that account us not helpers of joy, know not our calling:
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if they be not allayed by the Spirit of God.
if they be not allayed by the Spirit of God.
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I, but it may not be so: it is with a fear of the contrary.
I, but it may not be so: it is with a Fear of the contrary.
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you see here what ground there is for faith to stand upon.
you see Here what ground there is for faith to stand upon.
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2 Cor. 1. 1. Paul an Apostle of Jesus Christ by the Will of God,
2 Cor. 1. 1. Paul an Apostle of jesus christ by the Will of God,
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and the more we thank him and praise him, the more we have matter of praise.
and the more we thank him and praise him, the more we have matter of praise.
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A COMMENTARY upon the first CHAPTER of the second Epistle of S. PAUL to the CORINTHIANS.
A COMMENTARY upon the First CHAPTER of the second Epistle of S. PAUL to the CORINTHIANS.
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and Timothy our Brother, unto the Church of God which is at Corinth, with all the Saints which are in all Achaia:
and Timothy our Brother, unto the Church of God which is At Corinth, with all the Saints which Are in all Achaia:
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Grace be to you, and Peace from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ.
Grace be to you, and Peace from God our Father, and from the Lord jesus christ.
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THe Preface to this Epistle is the same with other Prefaces.
THe Preface to this Epistle is the same with other Prefaces.
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Our blessed Apostle had written a sharp Epistle to the Corinthians, especially reproving their tolerating of the incestuous person:
Our blessed Apostle had written a sharp Epistle to the Corinthians, especially reproving their tolerating of the incestuous person:
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that, his first Epistle took effect, though not so much as he desired, yet it prevailed so far with them, that they excommunicated the incestuous person, and likewise reformed divers abuses.
that, his First Epistle took Effect, though not so much as he desired, yet it prevailed so Far with them, that they excommunicated the incestuous person, and likewise reformed diverse Abuses.
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Yet notwithstanding, it being a proud, factious, rich City, where there was confluence of many Nations, being an excellent Port, and Mart-Town;
Yet notwithstanding, it being a proud, factious, rich city, where there was confluence of many nations, being an excellent Port, and Mart-Town;
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there were many proud, insolent teachers, which thought basely of St. Paul; and thereupon he writes this second Epistle:
there were many proud, insolent Teachers, which Thought basely of Saint Paul; and thereupon he writes this second Epistle:
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the scope whereof is partly Apologetical. Exhortatorie. Apologetical, to defend himself. Exhortatorie, to instruct them in several duties:
the scope whereof is partly Apologetical. Exhortatory. Apologetical, to defend himself. Exhortatory, to instruct them in several duties:
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as we shall see in the passages of it.
as we shall see in the passages of it.
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The general scope of it is this, to shew, That the Ministerial labour is not in vain in the Lord.
The general scope of it is this, to show, That the Ministerial labour is not in vain in the Lord.
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The fruit of the first Epistle to the Corinthians is seen in this second, the first Epistle took effect.
The fruit of the First Epistle to the Corinthians is seen in this second, the First Epistle took Effect.
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Therefore we should not be discouraged, neither we that are Ministers of the Church, or those that are Ministers in their own families, as every man should be;
Therefore we should not be discouraged, neither we that Are Ministers of the Church, or those that Are Ministers in their own families, as every man should be;
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be not discouraged at unlikelihood, there is alway some successe to encourage us, though not so much as we look for in this world:
be not discouraged At unlikelihood, there is always Some success to encourage us, though not so much as we look for in this world:
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because there is a reprobate Generation that are alway set upon Cavilling, and opposing, yet some successe there will be, as there was here.
Because there is a Reprobate Generation that Are always Set upon Caviling, and opposing, yet Some success there will be, as there was Here.
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A second thing in general out of the whole scope is this: to teach us to vindicate our credit, when the truth may be wounded through us;
A second thing in general out of the Whole scope is this: to teach us to vindicate our credit, when the truth may be wounded through us;
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as the Apostle stands here upon his reputation, and labours to free, and to clear himself from all imputations:
as the Apostle Stands Here upon his reputation, and labours to free, and to clear himself from all imputations:
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but especially he doth this by his life; for that is the best Apology.
but especially he does this by his life; for that is the best Apology.
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But because that would not serve, it would not speak loud enough, therefore he makes an excellent apology, in this Epistle.
But Because that would not serve, it would not speak loud enough, Therefore he makes an excellent apology, in this Epistle.
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But to come to the particulars. Paul an Apostle of Jesus Christ, by the will of God, and Timothy our Brother.
But to come to the particulars. Paul an Apostle of jesus christ, by the will of God, and Timothy our Brother.
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at the day of judgement, Grace, and mercy, must be our plea, till we come to heaven.
At the day of judgement, Grace, and mercy, must be our plea, till we come to heaven.
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THis Chapter is Apologetical, especially after the Preface. He stands in defence of himself against the imputations:
THis Chapter is Apologetical, especially After the Preface. He Stands in defence of himself against the imputations:
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First, that he was a man neglected of God, he was so persecuted, and oppressed with so many afflictions.
First, that he was a man neglected of God, he was so persecuted, and oppressed with so many afflictions.
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And the second is the imputation of inconstancie, that he came not to them when he had made a promise to come.
And the second is the imputation of inconstancy, that he Come not to them when he had made a promise to come.
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This Chapter is especially in defence of these two.
This Chapter is especially in defence of these two.
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In an excellent heavenly wisdome, he turnes off the imputation of afflictions, and inverts the imputation the clean contrary way:
In an excellent heavenly Wisdom, he turns off the imputation of afflictions, and inverts the imputation the clean contrary Way:
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and he begins with thanksgiving, Blessed be God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, the God of all comfort, who hath comforted us in all our tribulations.
and he begins with thanksgiving, Blessed be God the Father of our Lord jesus christ, the Father of Mercies, the God of all Comfort, who hath comforted us in all our tribulations.
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As if God had done him a great favour in them, as we shall see when we come to those words.
As if God had done him a great favour in them, as we shall see when we come to those words.
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For the Preface, it is common with all his Epistles, therefore we make it not a principal part of the Chapter:
For the Preface, it is Common with all his Epistles, Therefore we make it not a principal part of the Chapter:
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yet because these Prefaces have the seeds of the Gospel in them, the seeds of heavenly comfort,
yet Because these Prefaces have the seeds of the Gospel in them, the seeds of heavenly Comfort,
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and doctrine, I will speak something of it. Here is An Inscription, and A Salutation.
and Doctrine, I will speak something of it. Here is an Inscription, and A Salutation.
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In the Inscription, there are the parties from whom this Epistle was written, Paul an Apostle of Jesus Christ, by the will of God, and Timothy our Brother.
In the Inscription, there Are the parties from whom this Epistle was written, Paul an Apostle of jesus christ, by the will of God, and Timothy our Brother.
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And the persons to whom, To the Church of God at Corinth, and all the Saints in Achaia.
And the Persons to whom, To the Church of God At Corinth, and all the Saints in Achaia.
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The Salutation, Grace, and Peace; in the form of a blessing, Grace, and Peace. From whom;
The Salutation, Grace, and Peace; in the from of a blessing, Grace, and Peace. From whom;
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From God the Father, and from our Lord Jesus Christ. Paul an Apostle, &c. In this inscription he sets down his office, an Apostle, and an Apostle of Jesus Christ. From God the Father, and from our Lord jesus christ. Paul an Apostle, etc. In this inscription he sets down his office, an Apostle, and an Apostle of jesus christ.
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How Apostles differ from other Ministers, it is an ordinary point.
How Apostles differ from other Ministers, it is an ordinary point.
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St. Paul was called to be an Apostle by Christ himself, in 1 Cor. 9. 1. Am I not an Apostle? have I not seen Christ? It was the priviledge of the Apostles to see Christ, they were taught immediately by Christ;
Saint Paul was called to be an Apostle by christ himself, in 1 Cor. 9. 1. Am I not an Apostle? have I not seen christ? It was the privilege of the Apostles to see christ, they were taught immediately by christ;
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and they had a general commission to teach all; and they had extraordinary gifts. All these were in St. Paul eminently.
and they had a general commission to teach all; and they had extraordinary Gifts. All these were in Saint Paul eminently.
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And this was his prerogative, that he was chosen by Christ in heaven, in glory:
And this was his prerogative, that he was chosen by christ in heaven, in glory:
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the other were chosen by Christ when he was in abasement, in a state of humiliation;
the other were chosen by christ when he was in abasement, in a state of humiliation;
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Paul an Apostle of Jesus Christ. By the will of God.Paul an Apostle of jesus christ. By the will of God.
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By the appointment of God, by the designment of Christ For every man in his particular calling is placed in it by the will of God.
By the appointment of God, by the designment of christ For every man in his particular calling is placed in it by the will of God.
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St. Paul saith, he was an Apostle by the will of God, not by the will of man.
Saint Paul Says, he was an Apostle by the will of God, not by the will of man.
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This is the same word, as is in the beginning of the Epistle to the Philippians.
This is the same word, as is in the beginning of the Epistle to the Philippians.
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In a word, it teacheth us this first Observation, That we should think our selves in our standings and callings, to be there by the will of God.
In a word, it Teaches us this First Observation, That we should think our selves in our standings and callings, to be there by the will of God.
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And therefore should serve him, by whose will we are placed in that standing. Let every man consider, who placed me here? God;
And Therefore should serve him, by whose will we Are placed in that standing. Let every man Consider, who placed me Here? God;
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if a hair cannot fall from my head without his providence, much lesse can the disposing of my calling which is a greater matter:
if a hair cannot fallen from my head without his providence, much less can the disposing of my calling which is a greater matter:
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therefore I will seek his glory, and frame my self and courses answerable to the will of him, by whose will I am in this place.
Therefore I will seek his glory, and frame my self and courses answerable to the will of him, by whose will I am in this place.
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Men have not their callings, onely to get riches, and to get preferment, those are base ends of their own to serve themselves.
Men have not their callings, only to get riches, and to get preferment, those Are base ends of their own to serve themselves.
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God placeth us in our particular callings, not to serve our selves, but to serve him:
God places us in our particular callings, not to serve our selves, but to serve him:
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and he will cast in those riches, honour, preferment, dignity, and esteem, so much as is fit for us in the serving of him in our places.
and he will cast in those riches, honour, preferment, dignity, and esteem, so much as is fit for us in the serving of him in our places.
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The other party in the inscription, from whom the Epistle is, is, Timothy our Brother. HE sends his Epistle from Timothy as well as from himself.
The other party in the inscription, from whom the Epistle is, is, Timothy our Brother. HE sends his Epistle from Timothy as well as from himself.
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This he doth, to win the more acceptance among the Corinthians, by the consent of so blessed a man as Timothy was, who was an Evangelist; Unitie by consent is stronger.
This he does, to win the more acceptance among the Corinthians, by the consent of so blessed a man as Timothy was, who was an Evangelist; Unity by consent is Stronger.
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And there is a natural weaknesse in men to regard the consent and authority of others, more then the things themselves.
And there is a natural weakness in men to regard the consent and Authority of Others, more then the things themselves.
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And indeed, if God himself in heavenly love and mercy condescend to help our weaknesse, much more should all that are led by the Spirit of God.
And indeed, if God himself in heavenly love and mercy condescend to help our weakness, much more should all that Are led by the Spirit of God.
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We are subject to call in question the truths of God, therefore he helps us with Sacraments,
We Are Subject to call in question the truths of God, Therefore he helps us with Sacraments,
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and with other means and allurements:
and with other means and allurements:
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and although that be truth that he saith, yet because he would undermine our distrustful dispositions by all means, he useth those courses.
and although that be truth that he Says, yet Because he would undermine our distrustful dispositions by all means, he uses those courses.
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So S. Paul, that they might respect what he wrote the more, as from a joynt spirit, he writes, Paul, and Timothy our Brother.
So S. Paul, that they might respect what he wrote the more, as from a joint Spirit, he writes, Paul, and Timothy our Brother.
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And so in the Acts of the Apostles, he quotes a saying out of an Atheist. Timothy our Brother.
And so in the Acts of the Apostles, he quotes a saying out of an Atheist. Timothy our Brother.
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It was an argument of much modestie, and humility in this blessed Apostle, that he would not of himself seem (as it were) to monopolize their respect,
It was an argument of much modesty, and humility in this blessed Apostle, that he would not of himself seem (as it were) to monopolize their respect,
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as if all should look to him, but he joyns Timothy with him: so great an Apostle joynes an inferiour.
as if all should look to him, but he joins Timothy with him: so great an Apostle joins an inferior.
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There is a spirit of singularity in many, they will seem to do all themselves,
There is a Spirit of singularity in many, they will seem to do all themselves,
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and carry all themselves before them, and they will not speak the truths that others have spoken before them without some disdain.
and carry all themselves before them, and they will not speak the truths that Others have spoken before them without Some disdain.
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As a proud Critick said, I would they had never been men that spake our things before we were, that we might have had all the credit of it. Oh, no;
As a proud Critic said, I would they had never been men that spoke our things before we were, that we might have had all the credit of it. O, no;
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those that are led with the Spirit of God, they are content in modestie, and humility, to have others joyned with them;
those that Are led with the Spirit of God, they Are content in modesty, and humility, to have Others joined with them;
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and they know it is available for others likewise, they will respect the truth the more.
and they know it is available for Others likewise, they will respect the truth the more.
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And thus far we yield to the Papists, when we speak of this, whether the Church can give authority to the Word of God, or no.
And thus Far we yield to the Papists, when we speak of this, whither the Church can give Authority to the Word of God, or no.
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In regard of us, the Church hath some power, in regard of our weaknesse:
In regard of us, the Church hath Some power, in regard of our weakness:
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but what is that power? It is an inducing power, an alluring power, a propounding power, to propound the mysteries of salvation:
but what is that power? It is an inducing power, an alluring power, a propounding power, to propound the Mysteres of salvation:
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but the inward work, the convincing power is from the Evidence of the Spirit of God,
but the inward work, the convincing power is from the Evidence of the Spirit of God,
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and from the Scripture it self.
and from the Scripture it self.
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All that the Church doth, is to move, to induce, and to propound this, quoad nos, it hath some power in the hearts of men.
All that the Church does, is to move, to induce, and to propound this, quoad nos, it hath Some power in the hearts of men.
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The Church thus far gives authority to the Scriptures in the hearts of men; though it be an improper phrase to say it gives authority:
The Church thus Far gives Authority to the Scriptures in the hearts of men; though it be an improper phrase to say it gives Authority:
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for, as the men said to the woman of Samaria, Now we believe it our selves, not because thou toldest us, &c. The Church allures us to respect the Scriptures:
for, as the men said to the woman of Samaria, Now we believe it our selves, not Because thou toldest us, etc. The Church allures us to respect the Scriptures:
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but then there is an inward Power, an inward Majestie in the Scriptures, and that bears down all before it.
but then there is an inward Power, an inward Majesty in the Scriptures, and that bears down all before it.
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Again, here is a ground, why St. Paul alledged humane authority sometimes in his Epistles, and in his dealing with men:
Again, Here is a ground, why Saint Paul alleged humane Authority sometime in his Epistles, and in his dealing with men:
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because he was to deal with men that would be shamed the more with them.
Because he was to deal with men that would be shamed the more with them.
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Any thing that may strengthen the truth in regard of the weaknesse of those with whom we have to deal, may be used in a heavenly policy;
Any thing that may strengthen the truth in regard of the weakness of those with whom we have to deal, may be used in a heavenly policy;
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One of your own Prophets, saith St. Paul, Tit. 1. towards the end.One of your own prophets, Says Saint Paul, Tit. 1. towards the end.
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As we know in the Law, and other professions, those of the same profession are called before Brethren:
As we know in the Law, and other professions, those of the same profession Are called before Brothers:
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So Timothy was St. Pauls Brother, not only by Grace, but by calling; and two bonds binde stronger.
So Timothy was Saint Paul's Brother, not only by Grace, but by calling; and two bonds bind Stronger.
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Here is a treble bond, Nature, Grace, Calling. They were men, they were fellow Christians, and they were teachers of the Gospel;
Here is a triple bound, Nature, Grace, Calling. They were men, they were fellow Christians, and they were Teachers of the Gospel;
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therefore he saith Timothy our Brother. Timothy was an Evangelist, yet notwithstanding it was a greater honour to him to be a Brother to St. Paul, then to be an Evangelist;
Therefore he Says Timothy our Brother. Timothy was an Evangelist, yet notwithstanding it was a greater honour to him to be a Brother to Saint Paul, then to be an Evangelist;
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an Hypocrite may be an Evangelist: but a true Brother of St. Paul none but a true Christian can be. All Christians are Brethren:
an Hypocrite may be an Evangelist: but a true Brother of Saint Paul none but a true Christian can be. All Christians Are Brothers:
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It is a word that levels all; for it takes down the Mountains, and fills up the Vallies;
It is a word that levels all; for it Takes down the Mountains, and fills up the Valleys;
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the greatest men in the World, the mountains, if they be Christians, they are Brethren to the lowest;
the greatest men in the World, the Mountains, if they be Christians, they Are Brothers to the lowest;
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and it fills up the Vallies, the lowest, if they be Christians, are Brethren to the Highest:
and it fills up the Valleys, the lowest, if they be Christians, Are Brothers to the Highest:
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howsoever in worldly respects they cease in death, as personal differences, and differences in calling, they all cease in death.
howsoever in worldly respects they cease in death, as personal differences, and differences in calling, they all cease in death.
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All are Brethren, therefore he useth it for great respect. St Paul was a great Apostle:
All Are Brothers, Therefore he uses it for great respect. Saint Paul was a great Apostle:
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Timothy an inferiour man, yet both Brethren: Timothy our Brother. To the Church of God at Corinth.Timothy an inferior man, yet both Brothers: Timothy our Brother. To the Church of God At Corinth.
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VVE have seen the persons from whom;
WE have seen the Persons from whom;
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Paul and Timothy; Now here are the persons to whom, To the Church of God at Corinth. Paul and Timothy; Now Here Are the Persons to whom, To the Church of God At Corinth.
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Corinth was a very wicked City:Corinth was a very wicked city:
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as where there is a great confluence of many people, there is a contagion of many sins of the people;
as where there is a great confluence of many people, there is a contagion of many Sins of the people;
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and yet notwithstanding in this Corinth, there was a Church. For as Christ saith, No man can come to me, except my Father draw him:
and yet notwithstanding in this Corinth, there was a Church. For as christ Says, No man can come to me, except my Father draw him:
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so where the Father will draw, who can draw back? Even in Corinth God hath his Church:
so where the Father will draw, who can draw back? Even in Corinth God hath his Church:
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he raiseth up a generation of men, a Church, which is a company of creatures differing as much from the common, as men do from Beasts.
he Raiseth up a generation of men, a Church, which is a company of creatures differing as much from the Common, as men do from Beasts.
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And yet such is the Power and Efficacy of the blessed Gospel of Salvation, having the Spirit of God accompanying it, that even in Corinth, a wretched City, this Word,
And yet such is the Power and Efficacy of the blessed Gospel of Salvation, having the Spirit of God accompanying it, that even in Corinth, a wretched city, this Word,
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and this Spirit, raised up a company of men, called here by the name of a Church, and Saints.
and this Spirit, raised up a company of men, called Here by the name of a Church, and Saints.
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And such power indeed hath the Word of God with the Spirit, not only in wicked places,
And such power indeed hath the Word of God with the Spirit, not only in wicked places,
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Let a man have a world of wickednesse in him, and let him come, and present himself meekly and constantly to the means of Salvation,
Let a man have a world of wickedness in him, and let him come, and present himself meekly and constantly to the means of Salvation,
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and God in time by his Spirit will raise a new frame of grace in his heart, he will make a new Creation.
and God in time by his Spirit will raise a new frame of grace in his heart, he will make a new Creation.
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As at the first he created all out of nothing, order out of confusion: so, out of the heart, which is nothing but a Chaos of confusion, of blindnesse,
As At the First he created all out of nothing, order out of confusion: so, out of the heart, which is nothing but a Chaos of confusion, of blindness,
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and darknesse and terror: (there is a world of confusion in the heart of man) God by his creating Word (for his Word of the Gospel is creating,
and darkness and terror: (there is a world of confusion in the heart of man) God by his creating Word (for his Word of the Gospel is creating,
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as well as his Word was at the first in the creation of the World;
as well as his Word was At the First in the creation of the World;
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it hath a creating Power) he raiseth an excellent frame in the heart of a man, he scatters his natural blindnesse, he sets in order his natural confusion, that a man becomes a new creature,
it hath a creating Power) he Raiseth an excellent frame in the heart of a man, he scatters his natural blindness, he sets in order his natural confusion, that a man becomes a new creature,
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and an heire of a new World. Let no people despair, nor no person; for God hath his Church in Corinth.
and an heir of a new World. Let no people despair, nor no person; for God hath his Church in Corinth.
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But what is become of this Church now? Why alas, it is under the slavery of the Turks, it is under miserable captivity at this day.
But what is become of this Church now? Why alas, it is under the slavery of the Turks, it is under miserable captivity At this day.
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At the first, Corinth was overthrown by Numeus a Roman Captain, for the abusing the Roman Ambassadors;
At the First, Corinth was overthrown by Numeus a Roman Captain, for the abusing the Roman ambassadors;
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it was ruinated for the unfit carriage to the Ambassadors, who would not suffer themselves to be contemned,
it was ruinated for the unfit carriage to the ambassadors, who would not suffer themselves to be contemned,
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nor the Majestie of the Roman Empire. But Augustus Caesar afterwards repaired it.
nor the Majesty of the Roman Empire. But Augustus Caesar afterwards repaired it.
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And now for neglecting of Gods Ambassadors, the Preachers of the Gospel, it is under another misery,
And now for neglecting of God's ambassadors, the Preachers of the Gospel, it is under Another misery,
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but Spiritual, it is under the bondage (I say) of that Tyrant.
but Spiritual, it is under the bondage (I say) of that Tyrant.
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What is become of Rome, that glorious City? It is now the habitation of Devils, a cage of unclean birds.
What is become of Room, that glorious city? It is now the habitation of Devils, a cage of unclean Birds.
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What is become of those glorious Churches, which St. John wrote those Epistles to in his Revelation? and which St. Paul wrote unto? Alas they are gone, the Gospel is now come into the Western parts.
What is become of those glorious Churches, which Saint John wrote those Epistles to in his Revelation? and which Saint Paul wrote unto? Alas they Are gone, the Gospel is now come into the Western parts.
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And shall we think all shall be safe with us, as the Jewes did, crying, the Temple of the Lord, the Temple of the Lord? Jer. 7. No, No,
And shall we think all shall be safe with us, as the Jews did, crying, the Temple of the Lord, the Temple of the Lord? Jer. 7. No, No,
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unlesse we respect Christs blessed Gospel of Salvation, except we bring forth fruits worthy of it,
unless we respect Christ blessed Gospel of Salvation, except we bring forth fruits worthy of it,
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except we maintain and defend it, and think it our honour and our crown, and be zealous for it:
except we maintain and defend it, and think it our honour and our crown, and be zealous for it:
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Therefore he will have them scattered here, and there, not onely at Corinth, but Saints in all Achaia, besides scattered in other places.
Therefore he will have them scattered Here, and there, not only At Corinth, but Saints in all Achaia, beside scattered in other places.
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if we suffer the insolent enemies of it to grow as vipers in the very bosom of the Church, what is like to become of us? If there were no forraign Enemies to invade us, we would let slip the glorious Gospel of Salvation.
if we suffer the insolent enemies of it to grow as vipers in the very bosom of the Church, what is like to become of us? If there were no foreign Enemies to invade us, we would let slip the glorious Gospel of Salvation.
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God will not suffer this indignity, to this blessed Jewel his truth, he will not suffer the Doctine of the Gospel to be so disrespected.
God will not suffer this indignity, to this blessed Jewel his truth, he will not suffer the Doctrine of the Gospel to be so disrespected.
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You see the fearful example of the Church of Corinth. Let those whom it may concern, that have any advantage and authority, let them put in for Gods cause, put in for the Gospel;
You see the fearful Exampl of the Church of Corinth. Let those whom it may concern, that have any advantage and Authority, let them put in for God's cause, put in for the Gospel;
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labour to propagate, and to derive this blessed truth we enjoy to posterity, by suppressing as much as they may the underminers of it. It is an acceptable service.
labour to propagate, and to derive this blessed truth we enjoy to posterity, by suppressing as much as they may the underminers of it. It is an acceptable service.
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To the Church of God at Corinth. And all the Saints in Achaia. COrinth was the City, Achaia, the country wherein Corinth was.To the Church of God At Corinth. And all the Saints in Achaia. COrinth was the city, Achaia, the country wherein Corinth was.
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There were then Saints, holy men in all Achaia. And St. Paul writes to (All) Saints, to weak Saints, to strong Saints, to rich Saints, to poor Saints;
There were then Saints, holy men in all Achaia. And Saint Paul writes to (All) Saints, to weak Saints, to strong Saints, to rich Saints, to poor Saints;
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because every Saint hath somewhat that is lovely, and respective in them, somewhat to be respected.
Because every Saint hath somewhat that is lovely, and respective in them, somewhat to be respected.
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The least grace deserves respect from the greatest Apostle.
The least grace deserves respect from the greatest Apostle.
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And all have one head, all have one hope of Glory, all are redeemed with the same precious blood of Christ (and so I might run on) The many priviledges agree to all.
And all have one head, all have one hope of Glory, all Are redeemed with the same precious blood of christ (and so I might run on) The many privileges agree to all.
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Therefore all should have place in our respect. To (all) Saints; that the least should not think themselves undervalued:
Therefore all should have place in our respect. To (all) Saints; that the least should not think themselves undervalved:
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weaknesse is most of all subject to complayning if it be disrespected:
weakness is most of all Subject to complaining if it be disrespected:
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Therefore in heavenly wisdom and prudence the Apostle puts in (All) Saints. In all Achaia whatsoever.
Therefore in heavenly Wisdom and prudence the Apostle puts in (All) Saints. In all Achaia whatsoever.
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Besides the mother City, the Metropolis of that Country, which was Corinth, there were Saints scattered.
Beside the mother city, the Metropolis of that Country, which was Corinth, there were Saints scattered.
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God in heavenly wisdome scatters his Saints.
God in heavenly Wisdom scatters his Saints.
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As seed, when it is scattered in the ground it doth more good, then when it is on heaps in the barn:
As seed, when it is scattered in the ground it does more good, then when it is on heaps in the barn:
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so God scatters his Saints as Jewels, as the lights of the World: here he will have one to shine and there another;
so God scatters his Saints as Jewels, as the lights of the World: Here he will have one to shine and there Another;
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here he will have one fruitful to condemne the wicked world where they are, and by their good example,
Here he will have one fruitful to condemn the wicked world where they Are, and by their good Exampl,
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and their heavenly and fruitful conversation, to draw out of the wicked estate of nature those with whom they are;
and their heavenly and fruitful Conversation, to draw out of the wicked estate of nature those with whom they Are;
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But we must know (by the way) that these Saints had reference to some particular Church:
But we must know (by the Way) that these Saints had Referente to Some particular Church:
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for though it be sufficient to make a Christian to have union with Christ: there is the main, the head:
for though it be sufficient to make a Christian to have Union with christ: there is the main, the head:
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yet notwithstanding, he must be a branch, he must be a member of some particular Congregation;
yet notwithstanding, he must be a branch, he must be a member of Some particular Congregation;
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therefore we have it in Act. 4. God added to the Church such as should be saved.
Therefore we have it in Act. 4. God added to the Church such as should be saved.
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Those that are added to salvation must be added to the Church; a man must be a member of some particular Church.
Those that Are added to salvation must be added to the Church; a man must be a member of Some particular Church.
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So though these were scattered, they were members of some Church.
So though these were scattered, they were members of Some Church.
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Gods children are as stones in some building, and there is an influence of Grace comes from Christ the Head to every particular member,
God's children Are as stones in Some building, and there is an influence of Grace comes from christ the Head to every particular member,
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as it is in the body: God quickens not stragling members, that have no reference to any particular Church;
as it is in the body: God quickens not straggling members, that have no Referente to any particular Church;
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that I note by the way. To the Church of God at Corinth, and all the Saints in Achaia. Saints. The Apostle calls them Saints; all believers are called Saints.
that I note by the Way. To the Church of God At Corinth, and all the Saints in Achaia. Saints. The Apostle calls them Saints; all believers Are called Saints.
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Are they so? are all in the visible Church Saints? Yes, say some,
are they so? Are all in the visible Church Saints? Yes, say Some,
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and therefore they say that our Church is not a true visible Church, because many of them are not Saints, say some that went out from among us.
and Therefore they say that our Church is not a true visible Church, Because many of them Are not Saints, say Some that went out from among us.
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I Answer, all are, or should be Saints:
I Answer, all Are, or should be Saints:
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St. Paul wrote here to those that were sacramental Saints, and such as by outward covenant and profession were Saints:
Saint Paul wrote Here to those that were sacramental Saints, and such as by outward Covenant and profession were Saints:
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not that they were all of them inwardly so: but all should be so done: he calls them so to put them in mind of their duty.
not that they were all of them inwardly so: but all should be so done: he calls them so to put them in mind of their duty.
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To cleare this point a little.
To clear this point a little.
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Sometimes the Church of God in the Scripture hath its name from the commixtion of good and bad in it,
Sometime the Church of God in the Scripture hath its name from the commixtion of good and bad in it,
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so it is called a field where there is a mixture of good and bad seed:
so it is called a field where there is a mixture of good and bad seed:
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so it is called a house wherein there are vessels of honour, and vessels of dishonour:
so it is called a house wherein there Are vessels of honour, and vessels of dishonour:
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because there is such a mixture in the visible Church.
Because there is such a mixture in the visible Church.
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Sometimes the Church hath the name from the better part, and so it is the Spouse of Christ, the love of Christ, a peculiar people, a holy nation, and Saints, as it is here.
Sometime the Church hath the name from the better part, and so it is the Spouse of christ, the love of christ, a peculiar people, a holy Nation, and Saints, as it is Here.
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Not that all are so, but it hath the denomination from the better part:
Not that all Are so, but it hath the denomination from the better part:
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all should be so, and the best are so, and it is sufficient that the denomination of a company be from the better part.
all should be so, and the best Are so, and it is sufficient that the denomination of a company be from the better part.
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As we say of Gold Oare, though there be much earth mixed with it, yet in regard of the better part, we call it Gold: we give it that name:
As we say of Gold Oar, though there be much earth mixed with it, yet in regard of the better part, we call it Gold: we give it that name:
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so in regard that the best are Saints, and that all should be so, therefore he calls them all Saints:
so in regard that the best Are Saints, and that all should be so, Therefore he calls them all Saints:
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should all in the visible Church be Saints by profession, and by Sacrament? should all that are Baptized,
should all in the visible Church be Saints by profession, and by Sacrament? should all that Are Baptised,
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and receive the Communion enter into a profession of sanctity? What say you then to a prophane atheistical Generation, that forsooth make a shew of holinesse;
and receive the Communion enter into a profession of sanctity? What say you then to a profane atheistical Generation, that forsooth make a show of holiness;
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and therefore we must look for none of them? I say all prophane persons are grosse Hypocrites;
and Therefore we must look for none of them? I say all profane Persons Are gross Hypocrites;
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why? for, are you members of the Church, or no? yes, will every one say, will you make me an Infidel? will you make me a Pagan? Well, take your own word then, what is it to be a member of the Church but to be a Saint? Must thou be a Saint? doth not thy profession as thou art a member bind thee to be a Saint? In Baptisme, was not thy promise to renounce the Divel, the World,
why? for, Are you members of the Church, or no? yes, will every one say, will you make me an Infidel? will you make me a Pagan? Well, take your own word then, what is it to be a member of the Church but to be a Saint? Must thou be a Saint? does not thy profession as thou art a member bind thee to be a Saint? In Baptism, was not thy promise to renounce the devil, the World,
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& the flesh? In renewing thy covenant in the Communion, dost not thou purpose to cleave to God in all things? Thou that takest liberty therefore in the Church of God under the profession of Religion to live as a libertine, thou art a grosse Hypocrite,
& the Flesh? In renewing thy Covenant in the Communion, dost not thou purpose to cleave to God in all things? Thou that Takest liberty Therefore in the Church of God under the profession of Religion to live as a libertine, thou art a gross Hypocrite,
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and this aggravates thy sin, and makes it worse then a Pagans.
and this aggravates thy since, and makes it Worse then a Pagans.
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Thou which art in the bosome of the Church, in the Kingdom of Saints, as it is in Dan. 7. the people of the Saints of the most high:
Thou which art in the bosom of the Church, in the Kingdom of Saints, as it is in Dan. 7. the people of the Saints of the most high:
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the people of God in the Church wherein thou art a professed member: and yet doest thou take liberty grosly to offend God?
the people of God in the Church wherein thou art a professed member: and yet dost thou take liberty grossly to offend God?
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What doth make a Saint? In a word, to the constitution of a true Saint, there is A Separation. Dedication. Qualification. Conversation.
What does make a Saint? In a word, to the constitution of a true Saint, there is A Separation. Dedication. Qualification. Conversation.
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There is a separation presently, when a man is a Saint, he is separate from the confused company of the world, from the Kingdom of Satan.
There is a separation presently, when a man is a Saint, he is separate from the confused company of the world, from the Kingdom of Satan.
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Therefore those that have all companies alike, that carry themselves indifferently in all companies, as men that professe a kind of Civility, that are taken up with the complement of the times;
Therefore those that have all companies alike, that carry themselves indifferently in all companies, as men that profess a kind of Civility, that Are taken up with the compliment of the times;
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men that learn the language of the times, that are for all sorts, they know not what belongs to the high profession of Christianity.
men that Learn the language of the times, that Are for all sorts, they know not what belongs to the high profession of Christianity.
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There is a due to all I confesse, there is a benevolence, and a beneficence to all:
There is a due to all I confess, there is a benevolence, and a beneficence to all:
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but there is a kind of complacencie, a sweet familiarity, and amity which should be reserved to a few, onely to those in whom we see the evidences, and signs of Grace:
but there is a kind of complacency, a sweet familiarity, and amity which should be reserved to a few, only to those in whom we see the evidences, and Signs of Grace:
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If there be not a separation in respect of Grace, there is no holinesse at all: a Saint must be separated.
If there be not a separation in respect of Grace, there is no holiness At all: a Saint must be separated.
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Not locally, but in regard of amitie, in regard of intimate friendship. As we see it is in outward things, in some of our houses;
Not locally, but in regard of amity, in regard of intimate friendship. As we see it is in outward things, in Some of our houses;
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there is a Court where all come, poor and rich; and there is the house where those of nearer acquaintance come:
there is a Court where all come, poor and rich; and there is the house where those of nearer acquaintance come:
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and then there is the innermost Roome, the Closet, where onely our selves, and those which are nearest to us come:
and then there is the innermost Room, the Closet, where only our selves, and those which Are nearest to us come:
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So it is in the passages of the soul, there are some remote courtesies that come from us,
So it is in the passages of the soul, there Are Some remote courtesies that come from us,
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as men, to all, be they what they will:
as men, to all, be they what they will:
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there are other respects, to others, that are nearer, that we admit nearer, that are of better quality:
there Are other respects, to Others, that Are nearer, that we admit nearer, that Are of better quality:
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and there are other that are nearest of all, that we admit even into the closet of our hearts,
and there Are other that Are nearest of all, that we admit even into the closet of our hearts,
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and those are they with whom we hope to have communion for ever in heaven; the blessed people of God termed here Saints.
and those Are they with whom we hope to have communion for ever in heaven; the blessed people of God termed Here Saints.
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It is an evidence of our translation from a cursed estate to a better, when we love such;
It is an evidence of our Translation from a cursed estate to a better, when we love such;
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hereby we know (saith St. John) that we are translated from death to life, because we love the bretheren. There must be a separation.hereby we know (Says Saint John) that we Are translated from death to life, Because we love the brethren. There must be a separation.
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And withal, there must be a dedication of our selves to the service of God.
And withal, there must be a dedication of our selves to the service of God.
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A Christian when he knowes himself by the word of truth, and by the work of the Spirit to be Gods Child, he dedicates himself to better services then before, he thinks himself too good, he thinks too highly of himself, to be a base blasphemer,
A Christian when he knows himself by the word of truth, and by the work of the Spirit to be God's Child, he dedicates himself to better services then before, he thinks himself too good, he thinks too highly of himself, to be a base blasphemer,
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or swearer, to be a filthy Person:
or swearer, to be a filthy Person:
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he considers himself as the Temple of the Holy Ghost, and he useth himself to better purposes, to better studies, to do good. And then with Dedication;
he considers himself as the Temple of the Holy Ghost, and he uses himself to better Purposes, to better studies, to do good. And then with Dedication;
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there is an inward Qualification, to inable him with light never to forget the Image of God.
there is an inward Qualification, to inable him with Light never to forget the Image of God.
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Herein this Saint-ship stands especially in this inward Qualification, whereby we resemble Christ the King of Saints.
Herein this Saintship Stands especially in this inward Qualification, whereby we resemble christ the King of Saints.
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All our sanctification comes from him:
All our sanctification comes from him:
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as Aarons. oyntment went down from his head to his beard, and so to his skirts:
as Aaron's. ointment went down from his head to his beard, and so to his skirts:
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so all our sanctification is from Christ. Every Saint is qualified from the Spirit of Christ:
so all our sanctification is from christ. Every Saint is qualified from the Spirit of christ:
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of his fulnesse we receive this inward qualification, that we have another judgment of things then this world hath, what is good, and what is bad;of his fullness we receive this inward qualification, that we have Another judgement of things then this world hath, what is good, and what is bad;
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what is true, and what is false, what is comfortable, and what tends to discomfort.
what is true, and what is false, what is comfortable, and what tends to discomfort.
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He hath another conceit of things, he hath another light then he had before, and then other carnal men have; he hath a heavenly light.
He hath Another conceit of things, he hath Another Light then he had before, and then other carnal men have; he hath a heavenly Light.
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He hath another Language, he gives himself to prayer, and to thanksgiving he is given to savoury discourse.
He hath Another Language, he gives himself to prayer, and to thanksgiving he is given to savoury discourse.
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He hath other courses in his particular calling, and in his general calling then other refuse company have,
He hath other courses in his particular calling, and in his general calling then other refuse company have,
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or then himself had before his calling: this is from his qualification. And this Qualification, and Conversation go together:
or then himself had before his calling: this is from his qualification. And this Qualification, and Conversation go together:
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he hath a new conversation, he carries himself even like to him that hath called him out of darknesse into marvellous light.
he hath a new Conversation, he carries himself even like to him that hath called him out of darkness into marvellous Light.
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So, a true Saint, (as every professor of Religion ought to be) he is dedicate to God,
So, a true Saint, (as every professor of Religion ought to be) he is dedicate to God,
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and he is qualified in some degree as Christ was, by his holy Spirit; he is a new creature, he that is in Christ is a new creature;
and he is qualified in Some degree as christ was, by his holy Spirit; he is a new creature, he that is in christ is a new creature;
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and he shewes this by his conversation, or else he is no Saint.
and he shows this by his Conversation, or Else he is no Saint.
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How shall we know a Saint from a meer civil man? (as there be many that live and d ie in that estate which is to be pittied:
How shall we know a Saint from a mere civil man? (as there be many that live and d ie in that estate which is to be pitied:
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and one main end of our calling is not only to reduce prophane men to a better fashion of life:
and one main end of our calling is not only to reduce profane men to a better fashion of life:
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but to shew civil men their danger.)
but to show civil men their danger.)
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A meer civil man lookes to the second table, he is smooth in his carriage and conversation with men:
A mere civil man looks to the second table, he is smooth in his carriage and Conversation with men:
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but negligent in his service to God. A civil man he lookes to his outward carriage:
but negligent in his service to God. A civil man he looks to his outward carriage:
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but he makes no conscience of secret sins:
but he makes no conscience of secret Sins:
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he is not holy in all manner of conversation, as St. Peter saith, 1. Pet. 1. Be ye holy in all manner of conversation.
he is not holy in all manner of Conversation, as Saint Peter Says, 1. Pet. 1. Be you holy in all manner of Conversation.
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In private, in publick, in your retired carriage: he makes no conscience of his thoughts, of his speeches, of all.
In private, in public, in your retired carriage: he makes no conscience of his thoughts, of his Speeches, of all.
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You may know an hypocrite so that carries himself smoothly, and acceptably in the eye of the World,
You may know an hypocrite so that carries himself smoothly, and acceptably in the eye of the World,
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but he makes no conscience of his thoughts, he makes no conscience of his affections, of his desires, of his lusts, and such things.
but he makes no conscience of his thoughts, he makes no conscience of his affections, of his Desires, of his Lustiest, and such things.
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He makes no conscience of lesser oathes, nor perhaps of rotten discourses:
He makes no conscience of lesser Oaths, nor perhaps of rotten discourses:
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No, they are all for this, that they may passe in the World, that they may carry themselves with acceptance:
No, they Are all for this, that they may pass in the World, that they may carry themselves with acceptance:
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as for what belongs to the New Creature, to Saints, they care not:
as for what belongs to the New Creature, to Saints, they care not:
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they proceed from the grace and love of God, and have their especial value from thence.
they proceed from the grace and love of God, and have their especial valve from thence.
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for they have vain conceits of these, and judge them as hypocrites, because such a one knowes himself should be an hypocrite,
for they have vain conceits of these, and judge them as Hypocrites, Because such a one knows himself should be an hypocrite,
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if he should do otherwise then he doth, therefore he thinks that others that are above his pitch, are hypocrites;
if he should do otherwise then he does, Therefore he thinks that Others that Are above his pitch, Are Hypocrites;
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and and they make a shew of that that is not in them, because if he should make shew of that, his heart would tell him that he were an hypocrite.
and and they make a show of that that is not in them, Because if he should make show of that, his heart would tell him that he were an hypocrite.
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A true Saint differs from an hypocrite in many respects;
A true Saint differs from an hypocrite in many respects;
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but in this one mainly, that a true Saint of God is altered in the inward frame and qualification of his soul, he is a new Creature,
but in this one mainly, that a true Saint of God is altered in the inward frame and qualification of his soul, he is a new Creature,
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therefore, there is a spring of better thoughts, of better desires, of better aimes in him then in other men.
Therefore, there is a spring of better thoughts, of better Desires, of better aims in him then in other men.
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And he labours more after the inward frame of his heart, then after his outward carriage:
And he labours more After the inward frame of his heart, then After his outward carriage:
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what he is ashamed to do, he is ashamed to think he is ashamed to lust after, what he desires to do, he desires to love in his heart, he labours that all may be true in the inward man:
what he is ashamed to do, he is ashamed to think he is ashamed to lust After, what he Desires to do, he Desires to love in his heart, he labours that all may be true in the inward man:
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because grace (as well as nature) begins from the heart, from the inward parts.
Because grace (as well as nature) begins from the heart, from the inward parts.
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An hypocrite never cares for that, all his care is for the outward parts, he is sale-work;
an hypocrite never Cares for that, all his care is for the outward parts, he is sale-work;
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so his carriage be acceptable to others, all his care is taken, he lives to the view,
so his carriage be acceptable to Others, all his care is taken, he lives to the view,
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therefore he looks not to the substance, and the truth, but to the shadow and appearance.
Therefore he looks not to the substance, and the truth, but to the shadow and appearance.
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Now I come to the Salutation it self.
Now I come to the Salutation it self.
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VERSE 2. Grace be unto you, &c. GRace doth enter into the whole conversation of a Christian, and doth sweeten his very Salutations. Which I observe:
VERSE 2. Grace be unto you, etc. GRace does enter into the Whole Conversation of a Christian, and does sweeten his very Salutations. Which I observe:
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because many men confine their Religion to places, to actions, and to times:
Because many men confine their Religion to places, to actions, and to times:
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there is a relish of holinesse in every thing that comes from a Christian, in his Salutations and Courtesies:
there is a relish of holiness in every thing that comes from a Christian, in his Salutations and Courtesies:
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St. Paul salutes them, Grace, and peace from God, &c. And the use of holy Salutations are; To Shew Love. Win
Saint Paul salutes them, Grace, and peace from God, etc. And the use of holy Salutations Are; To Show Love. Win
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To shew love and respect, therefore he salutes them; and by shewing love, to gain love:
To show love and respect, Therefore he salutes them; and by showing love, to gain love:
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for there is a Loadstone in love. And thirdly, the use of salutations, is by them to convey some good:
for there is a Loadstone in love. And Thirdly, the use of salutations, is by them to convey Some good:
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for these salutations are not meer wishes, but prayers, nay blessings:
for these salutations Are not mere wishes, but Prayers, nay blessings:
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Gods people are a blessed people, and they are full of blessing, they carry a blessing in their very speeches. What is a blessing?
God's people Are a blessed people, and they Are full of blessing, they carry a blessing in their very Speeches. What is a blessing?
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A blessing is a prayer with the application of the thing prayed for, it is somewhat more then a prayer, Grace be with you, and peace.
A blessing is a prayer with the application of the thing prayed for, it is somewhat more then a prayer, Grace be with you, and peace.
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It is not onely a meer wish, I desire it:
It is not only a mere wish, I desire it:
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nay my desire of it is with an applying of it, grace shall be with you,
nay my desire of it is with an applying of it, grace shall be with you,
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and peace, and the more, because I heartily wish it to you.and peace, and the more, Because I heartily wish it to you.
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It is no light matter to have the benediction, and salutation of a holy man, especially those that are Superiours:
It is no Light matter to have the benediction, and salutation of a holy man, especially those that Are Superiors:
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for the Superiours blesse the Inferiours;
for the Superiors bless the Inferiors;
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there is a grace goes even with the very salutations, with the common prayers of a holy man.
there is a grace Goes even with the very salutations, with the Common Prayers of a holy man.
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It is a comfortable sign when God doth enlarge the heart of a holy man to wish well to a man.
It is a comfortable Signen when God does enlarge the heart of a holy man to wish well to a man.
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And surely the very consideration of that should move us to let them have such incouragement from our carriage and demeanour, that they may have hearts to think of us to the throne of Grace, to give us a good wish, to give us a good desire:
And surely the very consideration of that should move us to let them have such encouragement from our carriage and demeanour, that they may have hearts to think of us to the throne of Grace, to give us a good wish, to give us a good desire:
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for every gracious desire, every prayer hath its effect when it comes from a favourite of God, especially from such a man as St. Paul was;
for every gracious desire, every prayer hath its Effect when it comes from a favourite of God, especially from such a man as Saint Paul was;
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from a Minister, a holy man in a calling, a man of God: they have their efficacy with them, they are not empty words, Grace and peace.
from a Minister, a holy man in a calling, a man of God: they have their efficacy with them, they Are not empty words, Grace and peace.
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The Popes think it a great favour when they bestow their Apostolical benediction and blessing: their blessing is not much worth;
The Popes think it a great favour when they bestow their Apostolical benediction and blessing: their blessing is not much worth;
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their curse is better then their blessing:
their curse is better then their blessing:
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but surely the blessing of a man rightly called, those that are true Ministers of Christ, they are cloathed with Power and efficacy from God:
but surely the blessing of a man rightly called, those that Are true Ministers of christ, they Are clothed with Power and efficacy from God:
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Grace be with you, and peace, it is no idle complement. And here you see likewise what should be the manner of the salutation of Christians,Grace be with you, and peace, it is no idle compliment. And Here you see likewise what should be the manner of the salutation of Christians,
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as they ought to salute, to shew love, and to gain love, so all their salutations should be holy.
as they ought to salute, to show love, and to gain love, so all their salutations should be holy.
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There is a takingthe name of God in vain, in salutations oft times, God save you, &c. and it must be done with a kind of scorn,
There is a takingthe name of God in vain, in salutations oft times, God save you, etc. and it must be done with a kind of scorn,
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and if there be any demonstration of Religion it becomes them not, that which should become them most.
and if there be any demonstration of Religion it becomes them not, that which should become them most.
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What should become a Saint, but to carrie himself Saint-like? and yet men must do it with a kind of scorn, with a kind of gracelesse grace:
What should become a Saint, but to carry himself Saintlike? and yet men must do it with a kind of scorn, with a kind of graceless grace:
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that which in the religious use of it is a comfortable and sweet thing, and is alway with a comfortable and gracious effect in Gods Children.
that which in the religious use of it is a comfortable and sweet thing, and is always with a comfortable and gracious Effect in God's Children.
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Either it hath effect and is made grace to them to whom it is spoken, or returns to them that speak it:
Either it hath Effect and is made grace to them to whom it is spoken, or returns to them that speak it:
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As Christ saith to his Disciples, when you come into a house, pronounce peace to them;
As christ Says to his Disciples, when you come into a house, pronounce peace to them;
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and if the house be not worthy, your peace shall return to you So the salutations of a good man,and if the house be not worthy, your peace shall return to you So the salutations of a good man,
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if they be not effectual to the parties, if they be unworthy, rebellious creatures, they return again to himself, they have effect one way or other.
if they be not effectual to the parties, if they be unworthy, rebellious creatures, they return again to himself, they have Effect one Way or other.
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Let it not be done therefore with a taking the Name of God in vain in a scornful manner,
Let it not be done Therefore with a taking the Name of God in vain in a scornful manner,
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but with gravity and reverence, as becometh a holy action. There is some limitation, and exception of this.
but with gravity and Reverence, as Becometh a holy actium. There is Some limitation, and exception of this.
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Salutations in some cases may be omitted.
Salutations in Some cases may be omitted.
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As in serious businesse, salute no man by the way, as Christ saith to his Apostles:
As in serious business, salute no man by the Way, as christ Says to his Apostles:
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A neglect sometimes is good manners, when respect is swallowed up in a greater duty. A neglect sometime is good manners, when respect is swallowed up in a greater duty.
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As it was good manners for David to Dance, and to carry himself (as it were) unseemly before the Ark:
As it was good manners for David to Dance, and to carry himself (as it were) unseemly before the Ark:
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because he was to neglect respect to meaner persons, to forget the respect he was to shew to men, being altogether taken up with higher matters, it was a kind of decencie, and comlinesse.
Because he was to neglect respect to meaner Persons, to forget the respect he was to show to men, being altogether taken up with higher matters, it was a kind of decency, and comeliness.
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And overmuch scrupulousnesse and nicenesse in lesser things, when men are called to greater, is but unmannerly manners:
And overmuch scrupulousness and niceness in lesser things, when men Are called to greater, is but unmannerly manners:
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in these cases, these lesser must give way and place to the greater;
in these cases, these lesser must give Way and place to the greater;
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Salute no man by the way, dispatch the businesse you are about, that is, if it may be a hindrance in the way, salute not:Salute no man by the Way, dispatch the business you Are about, that is, if it may be a hindrance in the Way, salute not:
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this is in respect of time. And as for time, so for persons: a notorious, incorrigible Heretick salute not:
this is in respect of time. And as for time, so for Persons: a notorious, incorrigible Heretic salute not:
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to salute such a one would be (as it were) a connivence, or an indulgence to him, salute him not. The denying of a Salutation many times hath the force of a censure:
to salute such a one would be (as it were) a connivance, or an indulgence to him, salute him not. The denying of a Salutation many times hath the force of a censure:
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the party neglected may think there is somewhat in him for which he is neglected in that manner.
the party neglected may think there is somewhat in him for which he is neglected in that manner.
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In these cases salutations may be omitted sometimes: But I go unto the particulars. Grace be unto you and peace.
In these cases salutations may be omitted sometime: But I go unto the particulars. Grace be unto you and peace.
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These are the good things wished.
These Are the good things wished.
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We see the Apostle, a blessed man, that had been in the third heaven wrapt up, that had been taught of Christ, what things were most excellent,
We see the Apostle, a blessed man, that had been in the third heaven wrapped up, that had been taught of christ, what things were most excellent,
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nay, at the day of judgement, The Lord shew mercy to the house of One siphorus at that day:
nay, At the day of judgement, The Lord show mercy to the house of One siphorus At that day:
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and had himself seen excellent things which he could not utter, when he comes to wishes, we see out of heavenly wisedom and experience he drawes them to two heads, all good things to Grace and peace. If there had been better things to be wished, he would have wished them,
and had himself seen excellent things which he could not utter, when he comes to wishes, we see out of heavenly Wisdom and experience he draws them to two Heads, all good things to Grace and peace. If there had been better things to be wished, he would have wished them,
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but Grace and peace are the principal things. What is meant by Grace here?
but Grace and peace Are the principal things. What is meant by Grace Here?
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Grace in this place, is the free favour and love of God from his own bowels, not for any desert,
Grace in this place, is the free favour and love of God from his own bowels, not for any desert,
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or worth, or strength of love of ours: it is his own free grace, and love, which is shed by the holy Ghost,
or worth, or strength of love of ours: it is his own free grace, and love, which is shed by the holy Ghost,
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and springs only from his own goodnesse and loving nature, and not from us at all; this is Grace:
and springs only from his own Goodness and loving nature, and not from us At all; this is Grace:
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It must be distinguished from the fruits of it: as the Apostle doth distinguish them, Rom. 5. 15. Grace, and the gifts of grace.
It must be distinguished from the fruits of it: as the Apostle does distinguish them, Rom. 5. 15. Grace, and the Gifts of grace.
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There is favour, and the gifts of favour, which is grace inherent in us.
There is favour, and the Gifts of favour, which is grace inherent in us.
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Here especially is meant the fountaine and spring of all the favour of God with the manifestation of it, with the increase of it, with the continuance of it. He wisheth these things;
Here especially is meant the fountain and spring of all the favour of God with the manifestation of it, with the increase of it, with the Continuance of it. He wishes these things;
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the favour of God, with the manifestation of it, to their souls; that as God would be gracious to them;
the favour of God, with the manifestation of it, to their Souls; that as God would be gracious to them;
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so that he would shew his Grace, that he would discover it, and shine upon them:
so that he would show his Grace, that he would discover it, and shine upon them:
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and to that end that he would give them his holy Spirit, to shed his love into their hearts.
and to that end that he would give them his holy Spirit, to shed his love into their hearts.
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This shining of God into the heart, this shedding of the love of God into the heart, is the Grace here meant:
This shining of God into the heart, this shedding of the love of God into the heart, is the Grace Here meant:
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Gods favour with the manifestation of it to the soul, and with the continuance of it,
God's favour with the manifestation of it to the soul, and with the Continuance of it,
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and the increase of it still.
and the increase of it still.
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Grace unto you. As if he should have said, I wish you the favour of God,Grace unto you. As if he should have said, I wish you the favour of God,
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and the report of it to your souls: that as he loves you, through his Christ;
and the report of it to your Souls: that as he loves you, through his christ;
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so he would witnesse as much by his holy Spirit to your souls.
so he would witness as much by his holy Spirit to your Souls.
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And I wish you likewise the continuance of it, and the increase of it, and the fruits of it likewise:
And I wish you likewise the Continuance of it, and the increase of it, and the fruits of it likewise:
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for that must not be excluded, all particular graces, which are likewise called Graces.
for that must not be excluded, all particular graces, which Are likewise called Graces.
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They have the name of favours, because they come from favour, and favour is the chief thing in them.
They have the name of favours, Because they come from favour, and favour is the chief thing in them.
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What is the chief thing in joy, in faith, in love? they are graces: they cannot be considered as qualifications, as earthly things in us:
What is the chief thing in joy, in faith, in love? they Are graces: they cannot be considered as qualifications, as earthly things in us:
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So I wish you the manifestation, the continuance and increase of favour, with all the fruits of Gods favour, especially such as concern a better life.
So I wish you the manifestation, the Continuance and increase of favour, with all the fruits of God's favour, especially such as concern a better life.
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The word is easily understood, after the common sence, Grace is the loving and free respect of a superiour to an inferiour:
The word is Easily understood, After the Common sense, Grace is the loving and free respect of a superior to an inferior:
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the respect of a Magistrate to such as are under him: such a one is in grace with the Prince we say:
the respect of a Magistrate to such as Are under him: such a one is in grace with the Prince we say:
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we mean not any inherent thing: but free grace. So in Religion, it is not any inherent, habitual thing;
we mean not any inherent thing: but free grace. So in Religion, it is not any inherent, habitual thing;
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Grace, but it is free favour, and whatsoever issues from free favour. This must be the rather observed, this phrase, against the Papists:
Grace, but it is free favour, and whatsoever issues from free favour. This must be the rather observed, this phrase, against the Papists:
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we say, we are Justified by Grace, and so do they: what do they mean by being justified by Grace? that is, by inherent Grace;
we say, we Are Justified by Grace, and so do they: what do they mean by being justified by Grace? that is, by inherent Grace;
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we say, No, we are justified by Grace, that is, by the free favour of God in Jesus Christ,
we say, No, we Are justified by Grace, that is, by the free favour of God in jesus christ,
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so is the acception of the word. But to come to the point, that which I will now note, is this, that
so is the acception of the word. But to come to the point, that which I will now note, is this, that
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A Christian, though he be in the state of Grace and favour with God, yet still he needs the continuance of it. A Christian, though he be in the state of Grace and favour with God, yet still he needs the Continuance of it.
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He stands in need of the continuance of God.
He Stands in need of the Continuance of God.
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St. Paul here prayes for Grace, and peace to those that were in the state of Grace already.
Saint Paul Here prays for Grace, and peace to those that were in the state of Grace already.
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Why? The reason of it is, that we run into new breaches every day of our selves:
Why? The reason of it is, that we run into new Breaches every day of our selves:
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as long as there is a spring of corruption in us, a cursed issue of corruption,
as long as there is a spring of corruption in us, a cursed issue of corruption,
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so long there will be some actions, and speeches and thoughts, that will issue, that would of themselves break our peace with God;
so long there will be Some actions, and Speeches and thoughts, that will issue, that would of themselves break our peace with God;
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or at least hinder the sweet sence of it:
or At least hinder the sweet sense of it:
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therefore we have continual occasion to renew our desires of the sence and feeling of the favour of God,
Therefore we have continual occasion to renew our Desires of the sense and feeling of the favour of God,
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and to renew our pardon every day, to take out a pardon of course, (as we have now the liberty to do,
and to renew our pardon every day, to take out a pardon of course, (as we have now the liberty to do,
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so oft as we confesse our sins, he is mercifull to forgive us) and to win his favour, we have need every day still, still of Grace.
so oft as we confess our Sins, he is merciful to forgive us) and to win his favour, we have need every day still, still of Grace.
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I list not to joyn in conflict here with the Papists concerning their opinion, I will but touch it by the way, to shew the danger of it.
I list not to join in conflict Here with the Papists Concerning their opinion, I will but touch it by the Way, to show the danger of it.
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They will not have all of meer Grace:
They will not have all of mere Grace:
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but Christians are under Grace while they are in this World, as St. Paul saith, all is Grace, Grace still:
but Christians Are under Grace while they Are in this World, as Saint Paul Says, all is Grace, Grace still:
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They stand upon Grace to enable us to the work, and then by the work we may merit our own salvation,
They stand upon Grace to enable us to the work, and then by the work we may merit our own salvation,
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and so they will not have it of Grace, of gift; but as a stipend a thing of merite.
and so they will not have it of Grace, of gift; but as a stipend a thing of merit.
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Directly contrary to St. Paul Rom. 6. ult.
Directly contrary to Saint Paul Rom. 6. ult.
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Eternal life is NONLATINALPHABET, (the word comes of NONLATINALPHABET, of gift) The gift of God a free gift through Jesus Christ our Lord. Eternal life is, (the word comes of, of gift) The gift of God a free gift through jesus christ our Lord.
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So from the first Grace, to Eternall life, which is the complement of all, all is Grace.
So from the First Grace, to Eternal life, which is the compliment of all, all is Grace.
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As for the New Testament, it is the Covenant of Grace: the whole carriage of our salvation is called the Covenant of Grace:
As for the New Testament, it is the Covenant of Grace: the Whole carriage of our salvation is called the Covenant of Grace:
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because, God, of Grace doth enter into Covenant with us. He sent Christ of Grace, who is the foundation of the Covenant.
Because, God, of Grace does enter into Covenant with us. He sent christ of Grace, who is the Foundation of the Covenant.
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The fulfilling of it on our part, is of Grace;
The fulfilling of it on our part, is of Grace;
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he gives us faith, Faith is the gift of God, he puts his fear in our hearts that we should not depart from him.
he gives us faith, Faith is the gift of God, he puts his Fear in our hearts that we should not depart from him.
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And when he enters into Covenant with us, it is of Grace and love. It was of Grace that he sent Christ to be the foundation of the Covenant;
And when he enters into Covenant with us, it is of Grace and love. It was of Grace that he sent christ to be the Foundation of the Covenant;
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that in the satisfying of his justice, he might be gracious to us, without disparagement to his justice.
that in the satisfying of his Justice, he might be gracious to us, without disparagement to his Justice.
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Of Grace he fulfils the condition on our part: we are no more able to believe, then we are to fulfil the law;
Of Grace he fulfils the condition on our part: we Are no more able to believe, then we Are to fulfil the law;
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but he inables us by his word and spirit, (attending upon the meanes of Salvation) to fulfil the Covenant.
but he inables us by his word and Spirit, (attending upon the means of Salvation) to fulfil the Covenant.
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And when we have done all, he gives us of Grace, Eternal life, all is of Grace.
And when we have done all, he gives us of Grace, Eternal life, all is of Grace.
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There is nothing in the Gospel but Grace;
There is nothing in the Gospel but Grace;
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therefore in the Ephes. 1. it is stood upon by the Apostle, To the praise of the Glorie of his rich Grace.
Therefore in the Ephesians 1. it is stood upon by the Apostle, To the praise of the Glory of his rich Grace.
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From Election to Glorification, all is to the Glorie of his Grace.
From Election to Glorification, all is to the Glory of his Grace.
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We ought to conceive of God as a Gracious Father, withholding his anger (which we deserve to be poured upon us) by the intercession of Christ, withholding that anger, and the fruits of it.
We ought to conceive of God as a Gracious Father, withholding his anger (which we deserve to be poured upon us) by the Intercession of christ, withholding that anger, and the fruits of it.
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And notwithstanding we are in Grace, if we neglect to seek to God the Father;
And notwithstanding we Are in Grace, if we neglect to seek to God the Father;
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if we neglect to seek to Christ, who makes intercession for us, then (though we be in the first Grace still, we are not east away yet) we are filii sub ira sons under wrath, we are under Anger, though not under hatred.
if we neglect to seek to christ, who makes Intercession for us, then (though we be in the First Grace still, we Are not east away yet) we Are Sons sub ira Sons under wrath, we Are under Anger, though not under hatred.
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Therefore every day we should labour to maintain the Grace of God with the assurance of it.
Therefore every day we should labour to maintain the Grace of God with the assurance of it.
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It is a great matter to carrie our selvs so, as we may be under the sence and feeling of the Grace of God.
It is a great matter to carry our selves so, as we may be under the sense and feeling of the Grace of God.
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It is not sufficient to be in the Grace of God, but to have the report of it to our own hearts, to have it shine upon us.
It is not sufficient to be in the Grace of God, but to have the report of it to our own hearts, to have it shine upon us.
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How should we carry our selves so, that we may be in state of Grace, that is, in such a state,
How should we carry our selves so, that we may be in state of Grace, that is, in such a state,
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as we may find the sweet evidence and comfortable feeling continually, that we are Gods Children?
as we may find the sweet evidence and comfortable feeling continually, that we Are God's Children?
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First of all, there must be a perpetual, daily practise of abasing our selves, of making our selves poore;
First of all, there must be a perpetual, daily practice of abasing our selves, of making our selves poor;
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that is, every day to see the vanity of all things in the world out of us;
that is, every day to see the vanity of all things in the world out of us;
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to see the weaknesse of Grace in us; to see the return of our corruptions that foile us every day;
to see the weakness of Grace in us; to see the return of our corruptions that foil us every day;
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that so we may see in what need we stand of the favour of God:
that so we may see in what need we stand of the favour of God:
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Considering that all comforts without are vanity, and that all the Graces in us are stained with corruption:
Considering that all comforts without Are vanity, and that all the Graces in us Are stained with corruption:
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considering, besides the staines of our Graces, that there is a continuall issue of corruption:
considering, beside the stains of our Graces, that there is a continual issue of corruption:
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these things will make our spirits poor, and make us hunger and thirst after the sence and feeling of free pardon every day.
these things will make our spirits poor, and make us hunger and thirst After the sense and feeling of free pardon every day.
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This will enforce us to renew our patent, to renew our portion in the Covenant of Grace, to have daily pardon.
This will enforce us to renew our patent, to renew our portion in the Covenant of Grace, to have daily pardon.
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This should be our daily practise to enter deeper, and deeper into our selves. This is to live by faith.
This should be our daily practice to enter Deeper, and Deeper into our selves. This is to live by faith.
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As God is continually ready to shew us favour in Christ, not onely at the first in acquitting us from our sins;
As God is continually ready to show us favour in christ, not only At the First in acquitting us from our Sins;
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but continually doth shew us favour upon all occasions, and is justifyng and pardoning, and speaking peace continually to us:
but continually does show us favour upon all occasions, and is justifying and pardoning, and speaking peace continually to us:
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so there must be an action answerable in us, that is depending upon God by faith; living by faith.
so there must be an actium answerable in us, that is depending upon God by faith; living by faith.
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This we do by seeing in what need we stand of Grace, God resists the proud, but gives Grace to the humble.
This we do by seeing in what need we stand of Grace, God resists the proud, but gives Grace to the humble.
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Then again, that we may walk in the grace of God, and in the sence of it:
Then again, that we may walk in the grace of God, and in the sense of it:
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let us every day labour to have our souls more and more enriched with the endowments and graces of Gods Spirit, that we may be objects of Gods delight.
let us every day labour to have our Souls more and more enriched with the endowments and graces of God's Spirit, that we may be objects of God's delight.
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Let us labour to be affected to things as he is affected, two cannot walk together except they be agreed.
Let us labour to be affected to things as he is affected, two cannot walk together except they be agreed.
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All that I will say of peace in this place is this, to shew, That True peace issues from Grace.
All that I will say of peace in this place is this, to show, That True peace issues from Grace.
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Let us hate that which God hates, and delight in that which God delights in, that we may have a kind of complacency,
Let us hate that which God hates, and delight in that which God delights in, that we may have a kind of complacency,
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and be in love with the blessed work of the Spirit of God more and more:
and be in love with the blessed work of the Spirit of God more and more:
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Let us labour to delight in them that grow in grace;
Let us labour to delight in them that grow in grace;
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as the nearer any one comes to our likenesse, the more we grow in familiarity with them.
as the nearer any one comes to our likeness, the more we grow in familiarity with them.
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Labour also to preserve a clear soul, that God may shine upon us.
Labour also to preserve a clear soul, that God may shine upon us.
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God delights not in strangenesse to us, his desire is that we may walk in the sence and assurance of his grace and favour.
God delights not in strangeness to us, his desire is that we may walk in the sense and assurance of his grace and favour.
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How shall we know that we are in state of Grace with God?
How shall we know that we Are in state of Grace with God?
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I Answer; (that we do not deceive our selves) we must look to the work of Gods grace:
I Answer; (that we do not deceive our selves) we must look to the work of God's grace:
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Gods grace is a fruitful grace; his favour is fruitful;
God's grace is a fruitful grace; his favour is fruitful;
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it is not a barren favour, it is not a Winter Sun. The Sun in the Winter, it carries a goodly countenance, it is not a barren favour, it is not a Winter Sun. The Sun in the Winter, it carries a goodly countenance,
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but it heats not to any purpose, it doth not quicken: but Gods grace, it carries life and heat where it comes:
but it heats not to any purpose, it does not quicken: but God's grace, it carries life and heat where it comes:
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therefore if we be in state of grace and favour with God, we may discern it.
Therefore if we be in state of grace and favour with God, we may discern it.
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But in times of desertion, though a person be in grace and favour with God, yet many times he thinks he is not so.
But in times of desertion, though a person be in grace and favour with God, yet many times he thinks he is not so.
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It is true then we must not alway go to our feeling at such times,
It is true then we must not always go to our feeling At such times,
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and the enlargement of our hearts by the Spirit of comfort, but go to the work of grace:
and the enlargement of our hearts by the Spirit of Comfort, but go to the work of grace:
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for where grace and favour is, there are the graces of the Spirit.
for where grace and favour is, there Are the graces of the Spirit.
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As it is nor a bare favour in regard of comfort, so it is not a barren favour in regard of graces:
As it is nor a bore favour in regard of Comfort, so it is not a barren favour in regard of graces:
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for every heart that is in favour with God, hath some graces of the Spirit. God enriches the soul where he shewes favour; his love-tokens are some graces;
for every heart that is in favour with God, hath Some graces of the Spirit. God Enriches the soul where he shows favour; his love-tokens Are Some graces;
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therefore if the witnesse, and comfort of the Spirit cease in case of desertion, let us go to the work of the Spirit,
Therefore if the witness, and Comfort of the Spirit cease in case of desertion, let us go to the work of the Spirit,
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and by that we may know if we be in grace with God.
and by that we may know if we be in grace with God.
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For Gods people are a peculiar people: and Gods children have alwayes some peculiar grace, some Ornaments, some Jewels the spouse of Christ hath, which others have not.
For God's people Are a peculiar people: and God's children have always Some peculiar grace, Some Ornament, Some Jewels the spouse of christ hath, which Others have not.
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Therefore examine thy heart, what work of God there is, and what desire thou hast after better things, what inward hatred against that which is ill, what strength thou hast against it:
Therefore examine thy heart, what work of God there is, and what desire thou hast After better things, what inward hatred against that which is ill, what strength thou hast against it:
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go to some mark of Regeneration, of the new Creature, and these will evidence that we are in a state of grace with God, because these are peculiar favours.
go to Some mark of Regeneration, of the new Creature, and these will evidence that we Are in a state of grace with God, Because these Are peculiar favours.
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And though we feel not the comfort, yet there is a work, and that work will comfort us more then the comfort it self will do.
And though we feel not the Comfort, yet there is a work, and that work will Comfort us more then the Comfort it self will do.
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And this is one thing whereby we may know we are in favour with God;
And this is one thing whereby we may know we Are in favour with God;
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when we can comfort our selves, and can go to the throne of grace through Christ,
when we can Comfort our selves, and can go to the throne of grace through christ,
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when we can go boldly to God, it is a sign of favour: when we can call upon him, when we can go in any desertion to prayer;
when we can go boldly to God, it is a Signen of favour: when we can call upon him, when we can go in any desertion to prayer;
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when in any affliction we can have inlarged hearts, it is a sign of favour with God.
when in any affliction we can have enlarged hearts, it is a Signen of favour with God.
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A meer hypocrite, or a man that hath not this peculiar grace, he trusts to outward things,
A mere hypocrite, or a man that hath not this peculiar grace, he trusts to outward things,
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and when they are gone, when he is in trouble, he hath not the heart to go to God;
and when they Are gone, when he is in trouble, he hath not the heart to go to God;
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his heart is shut up, he sinks down, because he, relyed upon common matters:
his heart is shut up, he sinks down, Because he, relied upon Common matters:
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he did not relie upon the favour of God and the best fruit of it, which are graces, but upon common favours; therefore he sinks in despair.
he did not rely upon the favour of God and the best fruit of it, which Are graces, but upon Common favours; Therefore he sinks in despair.
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But a sound Christian, take him at the worst, he can sigh to God, he can go to him,
But a found Christian, take him At the worst, he can sighs to God, he can go to him,
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and open his soul to him:
and open his soul to him:
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by Christ we have an entrance to the Father, Ephes 3. 12. We have boldnesse through faith. by christ we have an Entrance to the Father, Ephesians 3. 12. We have boldness through faith.
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Every Christian hath this in the worst extremity, he hath a Spirit of prayer:
Every Christian hath this in the worst extremity, he hath a Spirit of prayer:
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though he cannot enlarge himself, yet he can sigh and groan to God, and God will hear the sighes of his own Spirit, they are loud in his ears.
though he cannot enlarge himself, yet he can sighs and groan to God, and God will hear the sighs of his own Spirit, they Are loud in his ears.
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David, at the worst, he prayes to God, Saul at the worst, he goes to the Witch,David, At the worst, he prays to God, Saul At the worst, he Goes to the Witch,
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and from thence to his swords point.
and from thence to his swords point.
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But usually, the usual temper and disposition of a man in the state of grace is joy:
But usually, the usual temper and disposition of a man in the state of grace is joy:
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for as one saith, Grace is the begetter of joy, for they both have one root in the Greek Language, there is the same root for favour, and for joy:
for as one Says, Grace is the begetter of joy, for they both have one root in the Greek Language, there is the same root for favour, and for joy:
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so favour is usually and ordinarily with a sweet enlargement of heart, we may thank our selves else, that, do not walk so warily,
so favour is usually and ordinarily with a sweet enlargement of heart, we may thank our selves Else, that, do not walk so warily,
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and so jealously as we should.
and so jealously as we should.
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The reward that God gives his Children that are careful, is a Spirit of joy, Rom. 5. 1. Being Justified by faith we have peace of God, and joy in tribulation.
The reward that God gives his Children that Are careful, is a Spirit of joy, Rom. 5. 1. Being Justified by faith we have peace of God, and joy in tribulation.
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For even as it is in humane matters, the favour and countenance of the King, it is as a shower of rain after a drought, it comforts his subjects:
For even as it is in humane matters, the favour and countenance of the King, it is as a shower of rain After a drought, it comforts his subject's:
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there is a wonderous joy in the favour, and grace of great persons alway. And as the favourable aspect of the heavens upon inferiour bodies ▪ promiseth good things:
there is a wondrous joy in the favour, and grace of great Persons always. And as the favourable aspect of the heavens upon inferior bodies ▪ promises good things:
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and men promise themselves from that, favour and good: so the favour, and grace of God enlarge the soul with joy and comfort:
and men promise themselves from that, favour and good: so the favour, and grace of God enlarge the soul with joy and Comfort:
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And there is that measure of joy in those that are in the free favour of God, that they will honour God freely, to cast themselves upon his mercy.
And there is that measure of joy in those that Are in the free favour of God, that they will honour God freely, to cast themselves upon his mercy.
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And it is with a disesteem of all things in the World besides;
And it is with a disesteem of all things in the World beside;
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it is such a joy as works in the soul a base esteem of all things else:
it is such a joy as works in the soul a base esteem of all things Else:
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St. Paul esteemed all drosse, in comparison of the knowledge of Christ, and the favour of God in Christ.
Saint Paul esteemed all dross, in comparison of the knowledge of christ, and the favour of God in christ.
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So in Psal. 4. David saith of some, There be many that will say, who will shew us any good? any good, it is no matter:
So in Psalm 4. David Says of Some, There be many that will say, who will show us any good? any good, it is no matter:
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but saith the Holy Spirit in David, Lord lift up the light of thy countenance upon me:
but Says the Holy Spirit in David, Lord lift up the Light of thy countenance upon me:
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He goes to prayer, he saith not, who will shew us any good? it is no matter what,
He Goes to prayer, he Says not, who will show us any good? it is no matter what,
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or how we come by it, any earthly good worldly men desire:
or how we come by it, any earthly good worldly men desire:
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No, saith he, Lord shew us the light of thy countenance, he desires that above all things.
No, Says he, Lord show us the Light of thy countenance, he Desires that above all things.
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So he saith Psal. 3. The loving kindnesse of the Lord is better then life it self.
So he Says Psalm 3. The loving kindness of the Lord is better then life it self.
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Life is a sweet thing, the sweetest thing in the World, but the grace and favour of God is better then that:
Life is a sweet thing, the Sweetest thing in the World, but the grace and favour of God is better then that:
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For in this when all comforts fail, the Children of God have assurance, that neither life, nor death,
For in this when all comforts fail, the Children of God have assurance, that neither life, nor death,
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nor things present, nor things to come, nor any thing can separate us from the love of God in Christ, which shews it self better then life it self.nor things present, nor things to come, nor any thing can separate us from the love of God in christ, which shows it self better then life it self.
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When life fails, this favour shall never fail, Nothing shall be able to separate us from the favour of God in Christ;
When life fails, this favour shall never fail, Nothing shall be able to separate us from the favour of God in christ;
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it is an everlasting favour, and therefore everlasting because it is free: if it were Originally in us, it would fail when we fail:
it is an everlasting favour, and Therefore everlasting Because it is free: if it were Originally in us, it would fail when we fail:
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but it is an everlasting favour, because it is free, God hath founded the cause of love to us in himself: so much for that;
but it is an everlasting favour, Because it is free, God hath founded the cause of love to us in himself: so much for that;
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Grace be unto you. And peace.Grace be unto you. And peace.
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It is to be had thence.
It is to be had thence.
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Peace, we take here for that sweet peace with God and peace of conscience, and likewise peace with all things;
Peace, we take Here for that sweet peace with God and peace of conscience, and likewise peace with all things;
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when all things are peaceable to us:
when all things Are peaceable to us:
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when there is a sweet successe in all businesse, with a security in a good estate.
when there is a sweet success in all business, with a security in a good estate.
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It is a blessed thing when we know that all will be well with us. This quiet and peaceable estate issues from grace, peace of conscience especially; I observe it the rather:
It is a blessed thing when we know that all will be well with us. This quiet and peaceable estate issues from grace, peace of conscience especially; I observe it the rather:
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It hath been the errour of the world to seek peace where it is not, to seek peace in Sanctification:
It hath been the error of the world to seek peace where it is not, to seek peace in Sanctification:
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to seek it in the work of Grace within a man.
to seek it in the work of Grace within a man.
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Not to speak of worldly men, that seek peace in outward contentments, in recreations, in friends, and the like;
Not to speak of worldly men, that seek peace in outward contentment's, in recreations, in Friends, and the like;
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alas it is a poore peace;
alas it is a poor peace;
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But I speak of Religious persons that are of a higher straine, they have sought peace, but not high enough.
But I speak of Religious Persons that Are of a higher strain, they have sought peace, but not high enough.
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True peace must be selected from Grace: the free favour in Christ. This will quiet and still the clamours of an accusing conscience.
True peace must be selected from Grace: the free favour in christ. This will quiet and still the clamours of an accusing conscience.
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God reconciled in Christ will pacifie the conscience, nothing else will do it.
God reconciled in christ will pacify the conscience, nothing Else will do it.
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For if our chief peace were fetched from sanctification; (as many fetch it thence in error of judgment) alas the conscience would be dismaid,
For if our chief peace were fetched from sanctification; (as many fetch it thence in error of judgement) alas the conscience would be dismayed,
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and alwaies doubt whether it had sanctification enough or no.
and always doubt whither it had sanctification enough or no.
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Indeed sanctication and grace within is required as a qualification, to shew that we are not Hypocrites,
Indeed Sanctification and grace within is required as a qualification, to show that we Are not Hypocrites,
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but are in the state and covenant of Grace;
but Are in the state and Covenant of Grace;
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it is not required as a foundation of comfort, but as a qualification of the persons to whom comfort belongs.
it is not required as a Foundation of Comfort, but as a qualification of the Persons to whom Comfort belongs.
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Therefore David, and St. Paul, and the rest that knew the true power and efficacy of the Gospel, they sought for peace in the grace and free favour of God.
Therefore David, and Saint Paul, and the rest that knew the true power and efficacy of the Gospel, they sought for peace in the grace and free favour of God.
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Let us lay it up, to put it in practise in the time of dissolution, in the time of spiritual conflict, in the time when our consciences shall be awakened (and perhaps upon the rack,) and Satan will be busie to trouble our peace;
Let us lay it up, to put it in practice in the time of dissolution, in the time of spiritual conflict, in the time when our Consciences shall be awakened (and perhaps upon the rack,) and Satan will be busy to trouble our peace;
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that we may shut our eyes to all things below, and see God shining on in Christ;
that we may shut our eyes to all things below, and see God shining on in christ;
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that we may see the favour of God in Christ, by whose death and passion he is reconciled to us,
that we may see the favour of God in christ, by whose death and passion he is reconciled to us,
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and in the Grace and free favour of God in Ghrist we shall see peace enough.
and in the Grace and free favour of God in Christ we shall see peace enough.
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It is true likewise (besides peace of conscience) of all other peace, peace of successe, and peace of state;
It is true likewise (beside peace of conscience) of all other peace, peace of success, and peace of state;
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that all creatures, and all conditions are peacable to us, whence is it? It is from Grace:
that all creatures, and all conditions Are peaceable to us, whence is it? It is from Grace:
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for God being reconciled, he reconciles all;
for God being reconciled, he reconciles all;
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when God himself is ours, all is ours, when he is turned, all is turned with him;
when God himself is ours, all is ours, when he is turned, all is turned with him;
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when he becomes our father in Christ, and is at peace with us, all are at peace besides:
when he becomes our father in christ, and is At peace with us, all Are At peace beside:
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so that all conditions, all estates, all creatures, they work for our good. It is from hence, when God is turned, all are turned with him.
so that all conditions, all estates, all creatures, they work for our good. It is from hence, when God is turned, all Are turned with him.
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He being the God of the creature, that sustaines and upholds the creature, in whom the creature hath his being and working:
He being the God of the creature, that sustains and upholds the creature, in whom the creature hath his being and working:
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he must needs therefore turn it for the good of them that are in covenant with him.
he must needs Therefore turn it for the good of them that Are in Covenant with him.
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All that are joyned in covenant with him he fills them with peace: because they are in Grace with him.
All that Are joined in Covenant with him he fills them with peace: Because they Are in Grace with him.
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This should stir up our hearts, above all things in the world to pray for Grace, to get Grace, to empty our selves of self-confidence, that we may be vessels for Grace:
This should stir up our hearts, above all things in the world to pray for Grace, to get Grace, to empty our selves of self-confidence, that we may be vessels for Grace:
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to make Grace our plea, to magnifie the Grace of God.
to make Grace our plea, to magnify the Grace of God.
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We must never look in this world for a peace altogether absolute, that is reserved for heaven, our peace here is a troubled peace;
We must never look in this world for a peace altogether absolute, that is reserved for heaven, our peace Here is a troubled peace;
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God will have a distinction between heaven and earth.
God will have a distinction between heaven and earth.
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But when our peace is interrupted, when the waters are come into our souls, what must be our course? when we would have peace, go to Grace, go to the free promise of Grace in Christ.
But when our peace is interrupted, when the waters Are come into our Souls, what must be our course? when we would have peace, go to Grace, go to the free promise of Grace in christ.
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Grace and Peace. From God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. The spring of Grace and peace are here mentioned.Grace and Peace. From God our Father, and the Lord jesus christ. The spring of Grace and peace Are Here mentioned.
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After the Preface he comes to the Argument which he intends, and begins with blessing.
After the Preface he comes to the Argument which he intends, and begins with blessing.
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One part of the scope of this blessed Apostle is, to avoid the scandall of his sufferings;
One part of the scope of this blessed Apostle is, to avoid the scandal of his sufferings;
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for, he was a man of sorrows, if ever man was (next Christ, who was a true man of sorrow) the blessed Apostle was a man of miseries and sorrow.
for, he was a man of sorrows, if ever man was (next christ, who was a true man of sorrow) the blessed Apostle was a man of misery's and sorrow.
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Now, weake shallow Christians thought him to be a man diserted of God, they thought it was impossible for God to regard a man so forlorn,
Now, weak shallow Christians Thought him to be a man diserted of God, they Thought it was impossible for God to regard a man so forlorn,
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so despicable as this man was: What doth he? before he comes to other matters, he wipes away this imputation, and cleers this scandal;
so despicable as this man was: What does he? before he comes to other matters, he wipes away this imputation, and clears this scandal;
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You lay my crosses and sufferings, and disgraces in the world to my shame, it is your weakness, that which you account my shame, is a matter of praise.
You lay my Crosses and sufferings, and disgraces in the world to my shame, it is your weakness, that which you account my shame, is a matter of praise.
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I am so farre from being disheartned or discouraged from what I suffer, that, Blessed be God the Father of Christ, the Father of mercies, &c.
I am so Far from being disheartened or discouraged from what I suffer, that, Blessed be God the Father of christ, the Father of Mercies, etc.
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That which to the flesh is matter of scandall and offence, that to the spirit,
That which to the Flesh is matter of scandal and offence, that to the Spirit,
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and to a spirituall man is matter of glory, so contrary is the flesh and the Spirit,
and to a spiritual man is matter of glory, so contrary is the Flesh and the Spirit,
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and so opposite is the disposition, and the current of the fleshly man to the spirituall man.
and so opposite is the disposition, and the current of the fleshly man to the spiritual man.
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Job was so farre from cursing God for taking away, that he saith, Blessed be the name of God, not onely for giving, but for taking away too.Job was so Far from cursing God for taking away, that he Says, Blessed be the name of God, not only for giving, but for taking away too.
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What ground there is in troubles and persecutions to blesse God, we shall see in the current and passages of the Chapter.
What ground there is in Troubles and persecutions to bless God, we shall see in the current and passages of the Chapter.
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To come then to the very verse it selfe, where there is a blessing and praysing of God first:
To come then to the very verse it self, where there is a blessing and praising of God First:
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And in this praysing consider The Act Object. Reasons. The Act, Blessed be God, which is a praysing.
And in this praising Consider The Act Object. Reasons. The Act, Blessed be God, which is a praising.
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The Object is God the Father,
The Object is God the Father,
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The Reasons are inwrapped in the Object, Blessed be God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ:
The Reasons Are inwrapped in the Object, Blessed be God the Father of our Lord jesus christ:
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because he is the God and Father of Iesus Christ, therefore blessed be he. Secondly, another reason is, because he is the Father of mercies.
Because he is the God and Father of Iesus christ, Therefore blessed be he. Secondly, Another reason is, Because he is the Father of Mercies.
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Another reason is, from the Act of this disposition of mercie in God, he is the God of all comfort, and as he is comfortable,
another reason is, from the Act of this disposition of mercy in God, he is the God of all Comfort, and as he is comfortable,
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so he doth comfort, Thou art good and doest good, saith the Psalmist: thou art a God of comfort, and thou doest comfort;
so he does Comfort, Thou art good and dost good, Says the Psalmist: thou art a God of Comfort, and thou dost Comfort;
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For, as he is, so he doth, he shews his Nature in his working.
For, as he is, so he does, he shows his Nature in his working.
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Blessed be God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and God of comfort, of which I shall speake when I come to them.Blessed be God the Father of our Lord jesus christ, the Father of Mercies, and God of Comfort, of which I shall speak when I come to them.
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Blessed be God the Father, &c. We see here the heart of the blessed Apostle being warmed with the sense and taste of the sweet mercy of God, stirrs up his tongue to bless God;
Blessed be God the Father, etc. We see Here the heart of the blessed Apostle being warmed with the sense and taste of the sweet mercy of God, stirs up his tongue to bless God;
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a full heart and a full tongue.
a full heart and a full tongue.
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We have here the exuberancie, the abundance of his thankfulness, breaking forth in his speech, his heart had first tasted of the sweet mercies,
We have Here the exuberancy, the abundance of his thankfulness, breaking forth in his speech, his heart had First tasted of the sweet Mercies,
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and comforts of God before he prayseth God: The first thing that we will observe hence is, that,
and comforts of God before he Praiseth God: The First thing that we will observe hence is, that,
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It is the disposition of Gods Children (after they have tasted the sweet mercy and comfort and love of God) to break forth into the praysing of God and to thanksgiving. It is the disposition of God's Children (After they have tasted the sweet mercy and Comfort and love of God) to break forth into the praising of God and to thanksgiving.
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It is as naturall for the new creature to doe so, as for the birds to sing in the Spring;
It is as natural for the new creature to do so, as for the Birds to sing in the Spring;
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when the Sun hath warmed the poore creature, it shews its thankfulnesse in singing;
when the Sun hath warmed the poor creature, it shows its thankfulness in singing;
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and that little blood and spirits that it hath, being warmed after winter, it is natural for those creatures so to do, and we delight in them.
and that little blood and spirits that it hath, being warmed After winter, it is natural for those creatures so to do, and we delight in them.
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It is as natural for the new creature (when it feels the Sun of righteousness warming the soul,
It is as natural for the new creature (when it feels the Sun of righteousness warming the soul,
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when it tastes of the mercy of God in Christ) to shew forth it self in thankfulnesse and praise:
when it tastes of the mercy of God in christ) to show forth it self in thankfulness and praise:
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and it can no more be kept from it, then fire can keep from burning, or water from cooling:
and it can no more be kept from it, then fire can keep from burning, or water from cooling:
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it is the nature of the new creature so to do.
it is the nature of the new creature so to do.
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The reason is, every creature must do the the work for which God hath enabled it, to the which God hath framed it:
The reason is, every creature must do the the work for which God hath enabled it, to the which God hath framed it:
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the happinesse of the creature is in well doing, in working according to its nature; the heathen could see that. Now all the creatures;
the happiness of the creature is in well doing, in working according to its nature; the heathen could see that. Now all the creatures;
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the new creature especially is for the glory of God in Christ Jesus.
the new creature especially is for the glory of God in christ jesus.
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All the new creature, and what priviledges it hath, and what graces it hath, all is that God may have the glory of grace:
All the new creature, and what privileges it hath, and what graces it hath, all is that God may have the glory of grace:
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why then, it must needs work answerable to that which God hath created it for; therefore it must shew forth the praise and glorie of God.
why then, it must needs work answerable to that which God hath created it for; Therefore it must show forth the praise and glory of God.
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Blessed be God, saith the Apostle Ephes. 1. And the blessed Apostle St. Peter begins his Epistle, Blessed be the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ; Blessed be God, Says the Apostle Ephesians 1. And the blessed Apostle Saint Peter begins his Epistle, Blessed be the Father of our Lord jesus christ;
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who hath begotten us to an Inheritance Immortal and undefiled, which fadeth not away, reserved for us in Heaven. who hath begotten us to an Inheritance Immortal and undefiled, which fades not away, reserved for us in Heaven.
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I shall not need to set down with the exposition of the word (Blessed). How God blesseth us, and how we blesse God.
I shall not need to Set down with the exposition of the word (Blessed). How God Blesses us, and how we bless God.
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His blessing is a conferring of blessing; our blessing is a declaring of his goodnesse: it is a thing well enough known.
His blessing is a conferring of blessing; our blessing is a declaring of his Goodness: it is a thing well enough known.
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Our blessing of God, is a praising of God, a setting out what is in him.
Our blessing of God, is a praising of God, a setting out what is in him.
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Onely, one thing is to be cleared. What good can we do to God in blessing of him? he is blessed, though we blesse him not;
Only, one thing is to be cleared. What good can we do to God in blessing of him? he is blessed, though we bless him not;
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and he is praised whether we praise him or no:
and he is praised whither we praise him or not:
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he had Glorie enough before he made the world, he contented himself in the Trinity, the blessed Trinity in it self,
he had Glory enough before he made the world, he contented himself in the Trinity, the blessed Trinity in it self,
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and God when he hath thanks and praise from us, he gives us still more matter of thankfulnesse,
and God when he hath thanks and praise from us, he gives us still more matter of thankfulness,
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before there were either Angels, or men or other creatures to blesse him; and now he can be blessed enough, though we do not blesse him.
before there were either Angels, or men or other creatures to bless him; and now he can be blessed enough, though we do not bless him.
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It is true, he can be so; and he can have heaven, though thou hast it not but be a damned creature,
It is true, he can be so; and he can have heaven, though thou hast it not but be a damned creature,
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and he will be blessed whether thou blesse him or no.
and he will be blessed whither thou bless him or no.
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Our blessing of him is required as a dutie to make us more capable of his graces, to him that hath shall be given. Our blessing of him is required as a duty to make us more capable of his graces, to him that hath shall be given.
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To him that hath, (and useth that he hath to the Glorie of God) shall be given more: we give nothing.
To him that hath, (and uses that he hath to the Glory of God) shall be given more: we give nothing.
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The stream gives nothing to the fountain; the beam gives nothing to the Sun, for it issues from the Sun;
The stream gives nothing to the fountain; the beam gives nothing to the Sun, for it issues from the Sun;
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our very blessing of God is a blessing of his. It is from his Grace that we can praise his Grace;
our very blessing of God is a blessing of his. It is from his Grace that we can praise his Grace;
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and we run still into a new debt, when we have hearts enlarged to blesse him.
and we run still into a new debt, when we have hearts enlarged to bless him.
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We ought to have our hearts more enlarged, that we can be enlarged to prayse God.
We ought to have our hearts more enlarged, that we can be enlarged to praise God.
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And to others it is good; for others are stirred up by it:
And to Others it is good; for Others Are stirred up by it:
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Gods goodnesse and mercy is enlarged in regard of the manifestation of it to others, by our blessing of God.
God's Goodness and mercy is enlarged in regard of the manifestation of it to Others, by our blessing of God.
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Yea, this good comes to our souls, besides the increase of Grace, we shall find an increase of joy and comfort;
Yea, this good comes to our Souls, beside the increase of Grace, we shall find an increase of joy and Comfort;
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that is one end why God requires it of us, though he himself in his essence be alway alike blessed,
that is one end why God requires it of us, though he himself in his essence be always alike blessed,
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yet he requires that we should be thankful to him alway, that we should blesse and praise him even in misery and affliction:
yet he requires that we should be thankful to him always, that we should bless and praise him even in misery and affliction:
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& why then? because if we can work upon our hearts a disposition to see Gods love,
& why then? Because if we can work upon our hearts a disposition to see God's love,
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and to praise and blesse him, we can never be uncomfortable;
and to praise and bless him, we can never be uncomfortable;
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we have some comfort against all estates and conditions, by studying to praise God, by working of our hearts to a disposition to praise and bless God;
we have Some Comfort against all estates and conditions, by studying to praise God, by working of our hearts to a disposition to praise and bless God;
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for then crosses are light, crosses are no crosses then:
for then Crosses Are Light, Crosses Are no Crosses then:
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That is the reason that the Apostles and Holy men so stirred up their hearts to praise and thansgiving, that they might feele their crosses the less, that they might be lesse sensible of their discomforts;
That is the reason that the Apostles and Holy men so stirred up their hearts to praise and thanksgiving, that they might feel their Crosses the less, that they might be less sensible of their discomforts;
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for undoubtedly when we search for matter of praysing God in any afliction, and when we see there is some mercy yet reserved, that we are not consumed;
for undoubtedly when we search for matter of praising God in any affliction, and when we see there is Some mercy yet reserved, that we Are not consumed;
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the consideration that there is alway some mercy, that we are yet unthankfull for, will inlarge our hearts,
the consideration that there is always Some mercy, that we Are yet unthankful for, will enlarge our hearts,
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This being a truth, that Gods Children, when they have tasted of his mercie, break forth into his praise, it being the end of his favours, and nature being inclined thereto;
This being a truth, that God's Children, when they have tasted of his mercy, break forth into his praise, it being the end of his favours, and nature being inclined thereto;
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this should stirre us up to this duty, and that we may the better perform this holy duty, let us take notice of all Gods favours and blessings:
this should stir us up to this duty, and that we may the better perform this holy duty, let us take notice of all God's favours and blessings:
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Knowledge stirs up the affections, blessing of God springs immediately from an inlarged heart, but enlargement of heart is stirred up from apprehension:
Knowledge stirs up the affections, blessing of God springs immediately from an enlarged heart, but enlargement of heart is stirred up from apprehension:
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for as things are reported to the knowledge, so the understanding reports them to the heart and affections Therefore it is a duty that we ought to take notice of Gods favours,
for as things Are reported to the knowledge, so the understanding reports them to the heart and affections Therefore it is a duty that we ought to take notice of God's favours,
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and with taking notice of them.
and with taking notice of them.
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To mind them, to remember them, forget not all his benefits, Psal. 103. Praise the Lord O my soule,
To mind them, to Remember them, forget not all his benefits, Psalm 103. Praise the Lord Oh my soul,
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and forget not all his benefits; insinuating that the cause why we praise not God is the forgetting of his benefits. and forget not all his benefits; insinuating that the cause why we praise not God is the forgetting of his benefits.
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Let us take notice of them, let us register them, let us mind them, let us keep diaries of his mercies and favours every day;
Let us take notice of them, let us register them, let us mind them, let us keep diaries of his Mercies and favours every day;
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he renews his mercies and favours every day, and we ought to renew our blessing of him every day, we should labour to do here,
he renews his Mercies and favours every day, and we ought to renew our blessing of him every day, we should labour to do Here,
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as we shall do when we are in heaven, where we shall do nothing else but praise and bless him;
as we shall do when we Are in heaven, where we shall do nothing Else but praise and bless him;
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we ought to be in Heaven, while we are on the earth, as much as we may;
we ought to be in Heaven, while we Are on the earth, as much as we may;
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let us register his favours and mercies. But what favours?
let us register his favours and Mercies. But what favours?
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Especially spirituall, nay, first spirituall favours, without which we cannot heartily give thanks for any outward thing;
Especially spiritual, nay, First spiritual favours, without which we cannot heartily give thanks for any outward thing;
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for the soule will cast with it self, till it feele it selfe in Covenant with God in Christ, that a man is the Child of God.
for the soul will cast with it self, till it feel it self in Covenant with God in christ, that a man is the Child of God.
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Indeed I have many mercies and favours, God is good to me;
Indeed I have many Mercies and favours, God is good to me;
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but perhaps all these are but favours of the Traytor in the prison that hath the libertie of the Tower,
but perhaps all these Are but favours of the Traitor in the prison that hath the liberty of the Tower,
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and all things that his heart can desire;
and all things that his heart can desire;
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but then he looks for an execution, he looks for a writt to draw him forth to make him a spectacle to all;
but then he looks for an execution, he looks for a writ to draw him forth to make him a spectacle to all;
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and so this trembling for fear of a future ill which the soul lookes for, it keepes the soul from thankfulnesse.
and so this trembling for Fear of a future ill which the soul looks for, it keeps the soul from thankfulness.
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It cannot be heartily thankful for any mercy, till it can be thankful for spiritual fauors.
It cannot be heartily thankful for any mercy, till it can be thankful for spiritual favors.
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If God had not found out a way out of the bowels of his mercy,
If God had not found out a Way out of the bowels of his mercy,
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Therefore first let us see that our state be good, that we are in Christ, that we are in the covenant of Grace, that though we are weak Christians,
Therefore First let us see that our state be good, that we Are in christ, that we Are in the Covenant of Grace, that though we Are weak Christians,
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yet we are true, there is truth in Grace wrought in us.
yet we Are true, there is truth in Grace wrought in us.
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And then when we have tasted the best mercies, spirituall mercies, when we see we are taken out of the state of nature (for then all is in love to us) when we have the first mercy, pardoning mercy, that our sins are forgiven in Christ,
And then when we have tasted the best Mercies, spiritual Mercies, when we see we Are taken out of the state of nature (for then all is in love to us) when we have the First mercy, pardoning mercy, that our Sins Are forgiven in christ,
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then the other are mercies indeed to us, not as favours to a condemned man.
then the other Are Mercies indeed to us, not as favours to a condemned man.
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And that is the reason that a carnall man, he hath his heart shut, he cannot praise God, he cannot trust in God:
And that is the reason that a carnal man, he hath his heart shut, he cannot praise God, he cannot trust in God:
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because he staggers in his estate, because he is not assured: he thinks, it may be God fattens me against the day of slaughter.
Because he staggers in his estate, Because he is not assured: he thinks, it may be God fattens me against the day of slaughter.
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Therefore I know not whether I should praise him for this or no. But he is deceived in that:
Therefore I know not whither I should praise him for this or no. But he is deceived in that:
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for if he had his heart enlarged to blesse God for that, God would shew further favour still;
for if he had his heart enlarged to bless God for that, God would show further favour still;
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but the heart will not yield hearty praise to God, till it be perswaded of Gods love.
but the heart will not yield hearty praise to God, till it be persuaded of God's love.
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For all our love is by reflection.
For all our love is by reflection.
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We love him, because he loved us first, and we praise and blesse him, because he hath blest us first in heavenly blessings in Christ.We love him, Because he loved us First, and we praise and bless him, Because he hath blessed us First in heavenly blessings in christ.
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Let us take notice of his favours, let us mind them: let us register them, especially favours and mercies in Christ.
Let us take notice of his favours, let us mind them: let us register them, especially favours and Mercies in christ.
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Let us after think how we were pulled out of the cursed estate of nature, by what ministery, by what acquaintance, by what speech,
Let us After think how we were pulled out of the cursed estate of nature, by what Ministry, by what acquaintance, by what speech,
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and how God hath followed that mercie with new acquaintance, with new comfort to our souls, with new refreshings:
and how God hath followed that mercy with new acquaintance, with new Comfort to our Souls, with new refreshings:
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that by his spirit he hath repressed our corruptions, that he hath sanctified us, made us more humble, more careful, that he hath made us more jealous, more watchful:
that by his Spirit he hath repressed our corruptions, that he hath sanctified us, made us more humble, more careful, that he hath made us more jealous, more watchful:
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these mercies, and favours, will make others sweet unto us.
these Mercies, and favours, will make Others sweet unto us.
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And then learn to prize and value the mercies of God, which will not be unlesse we compare them with our own unworthinesse:
And then Learn to prize and valve the Mercies of God, which will not be unless we compare them with our own unworthiness:
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lay his mercies together with our own unworthinesse, and it will make us break forth into blessing of God.
lay his Mercies together with our own unworthiness, and it will make us break forth into blessing of God.
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When we consider what we are our selves, as Jacob said, lesse than the least of Gods mercies.
When we Consider what we Are our selves, as Jacob said, less than the least of God's Mercies.
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We forget Gods mercies every day, he strives with our unthankfulnesse:
We forget God's Mercies every day, he strives with our unthankfulness:
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the comparing of his mercies with our unworthiness and our desert on the contrary, will make us to blesse God for his goodnesse and patience, that he will not onely be good to us, in not inflicting that which our sins have deserved;
the comparing of his Mercies with our unworthiness and our desert on the contrary, will make us to bless God for his Goodness and patience, that he will not only be good to us, in not inflicting that which our Sins have deserved;
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Blessed be God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Blessed be God the Father of our Lord jesus christ.
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And (to name no more bút this one) above all, beg of God his holy spirit:
And (to name no more bút this one) above all, beg of God his holy Spirit:
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for this Blessing of God is nothing else, but a vent from the spirit. for this Blessing of God is nothing Else, but a vent from the Spirit.
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For as Organs and wind Instruments do never sound except they be blown, they are dead and make no musick till there be breath put into them:
For as Organs and wind Instruments do never found except they be blown, they Are dead and make no music till there be breath put into them:
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so we are dead and dull instruments; therefore it is said, we are filled with the Holy Ghost.
so we Are dead and dull Instruments; Therefore it is said, we Are filled with the Holy Ghost.
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All Gods children they are filled with the spirit before they can praise God:
All God's children they Are filled with the Spirit before they can praise God:
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the spirit stirres them up to praise him, and as it gives them matter to praise him;
the Spirit stirs them up to praise him, and as it gives them matter to praise him;
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for, so it gives the Sacrifice of praise it self.
for, so it gives the Sacrifice of praise it self.
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God gives to his children, both the benefits to blesse him for, and he gives the blessing of a heart to blesse him.
God gives to his children, both the benefits to bless him for, and he gives the blessing of a heart to bless him.
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And we must beg both of God:
And we must beg both of God:
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beg a heart able to discern spiritual favours, to tast and relish them, and to see our own unworthinesse of them,
beg a heart able to discern spiritual favours, to taste and relish them, and to see our own unworthiness of them,
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and beg of God his holy spirit to awaken, and quicken, and enlarge our dead and dull hearts to praise his name.
and beg of God his holy Spirit to awaken, and quicken, and enlarge our dead and dull hearts to praise his name.
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Let us stir up our hearts to it, stirr up the spirit of God in us every one that hath the spirit of God, should labour to stir up the spirit, Let us stir up our hearts to it, stir up the Spirit of God in us every one that hath the Spirit of God, should labour to stir up the Spirit,
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as St. Paul writes to Timothy, and as David stirs up himself, Praise the Lord O my soul,
as Saint Paul writes to Timothy, and as David stirs up himself, Praise the Lord Oh my soul,
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and all that is within me praise his holy name; so we should raise up our selves, and stir up our selves to this duty. And shame our selves;and all that is within me praise his holy name; so we should raise up our selves, and stir up our selves to this duty. And shame our selves;
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what, hath God freed me from so great misery? and hath he advanced me to so happie an estate in this world? doth he put me in so certain a hope of glorie in the world to come? have I a certain promise to be carried to salvation? that neither things present nor things to come shall be able to separate me from the love of God in Christ Jesus? doth he renew his mercies every day upon me? and can I be thus dead, can I be thus dull-hearted? Let us shame our selves.
what, hath God freed me from so great misery? and hath he advanced me to so happy an estate in this world? does he put me in so certain a hope of glory in the world to come? have I a certain promise to be carried to salvation? that neither things present nor things to come shall be able to separate me from the love of God in christ jesus? does he renew his Mercies every day upon me? and can I be thus dead, can I be thus dull-hearted? Let us shame our selves.
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And certainly if a man were to teach a Child of God a ground of humiliation:
And Certainly if a man were to teach a Child of God a ground of humiliation:
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if a Child of God that is in the state of grace should ask how he might grow humble and be abased more and more, a man could give no one direction better then this, to consider how God hath been good continually;
if a Child of God that is in the state of grace should ask how he might grow humble and be abased more and more, a man could give no one direction better then this, to Consider how God hath been good continually;
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how he hath been patient and good, and upon what ground we hope that he will be so:
how he hath been patient and good, and upon what ground we hope that he will be so:
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and to consider the disposition of our own drooping, drousie souls:
and to Consider the disposition of our own drooping, drowsy Souls:
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if this will not abase a soul that hath tasted the love and mercie of God, nothing in the world will do it.
if this will not abase a soul that hath tasted the love and mercy of God, nothing in the world will do it.
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There never was a Child of God of a dull temper and disposition, but he was ashamed, that being under such a covenant of favour, that he should yet not have a heart more enlarged to blesse God.
There never was a Child of God of a dull temper and disposition, but he was ashamed, that being under such a Covenant of favour, that he should yet not have a heart more enlarged to bless God.
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To stir us up to this duty, for arguments to perswade us, what need we use many? It should be our duty in this world to be as much in heaven and heavenly imployment.
To stir us up to this duty, for Arguments to persuade us, what need we use many? It should be our duty in this world to be as much in heaven and heavenly employment.
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Our conversation is in heaven (saith the Apostle) How can we be in heaven more then by practising of that which the Saints and Angels, Our Conversation is in heaven (Says the Apostle) How can we be in heaven more then by practising of that which the Saints and Angels,
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and the Cherubins, and Seraphins spend all their strength in there? How do they spend all that blessed strength with chearfulnesse and joy, that are in that place of joy? How do they spend it,
and the Cherubim, and Seraphim spend all their strength in there? How do they spend all that blessed strength with cheerfulness and joy, that Are in that place of joy? How do they spend it,
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but in setting forth the praise of God, the wonderful goodnesse of God that hath brought them to that happinesse? Certainly that which we shall do for ever in heaven, we ought to do as much as we may do on earth.
but in setting forth the praise of God, the wondered Goodness of God that hath brought them to that happiness? Certainly that which we shall do for ever in heaven, we ought to do as much as we may do on earth.
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And it is (as I said before) in all aflictions and troubles, the only special way to mitigate them, to work our hearts to thankfulnesse for mercies and favours that we enjoy.
And it is (as I said before) in all afflictions and Troubles, the only special Way to mitigate them, to work our hearts to thankfulness for Mercies and favours that we enjoy.
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We have cause indeed at the first to be abased and humbled;
We have cause indeed At the First to be abased and humbled;
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but we have more cause to rejoyce, in working our hearts to comfort in blessing of God, it will ease the crosse, any crosse whatsoever.
but we have more cause to rejoice, in working our hearts to Comfort in blessing of God, it will ease the cross, any cross whatsoever.
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I will not dwell further upon the point, I shall have occasion oft to digresse upon this duty.
I will not dwell further upon the point, I shall have occasion oft to digress upon this duty.
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The Object of prayse here, is God, cloathed with a comfortable description;
The Object of praise Here, is God, clothed with a comfortable description;
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not God simply, for alas we have no hearts to praise God, take God onely armed with justice, cloathed with Majesty. not God simply, for alas we have no hearts to praise God, take God only armed with Justice, clothed with Majesty.
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Consider God thus, indeed he deserves glory and praise, but the guilty soule will not praise him thus considered,
Consider God thus, indeed he deserves glory and praise, but the guilty soul will not praise him thus considered,
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and abstracted from mercie and goodness, and love, therefore saith he, Blessed be God God how considered, Blessed be God. The Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
and abstracted from mercy and Goodness, and love, Therefore Says he, Blessed be God God how considered, Blessed be God. The Father of our Lord jesus christ.
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First, he is father of Christ, and then Father of mercies, and God of comfort. God, so considered, be blessed.
First, he is father of christ, and then Father of Mercies, and God of Comfort. God, so considered, be blessed.
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God (as he is to be prayed unto, so) he is to be praised.
God (as he is to be prayed unto, so) he is to be praised.
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And only God, this sacrifice, this perfume, this incense it must not be mispent upon any creature, we have all of his grace,
And only God, this sacrifice, this perfume, this incense it must not be Mis-spent upon any creature, we have all of his grace,
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and we should returne all to his glory, that is a duty.
and we should return all to his glory, that is a duty.
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But consider him as he is described here, first the father of Christ, and then the father of mercies, and God of all comfort.
But Consider him as he is described Here, First the father of christ, and then the father of Mercies, and God of all Comfort.
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And it is not to be omitted, thar first he begins with this. Blessed be God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
And it is not to be omitted, thar First he begins with this. Blessed be God the Father of our Lord jesus christ.
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Not the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ only as he is God, but the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ as he is man:
Not the Father of our Lord jesus christ only as he is God, but the Father of our Lord jesus christ as he is man:
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for God being the Father of whole Christ, being father of the person, he is father of the manhood, taken into unitie with that person;
for God being the Father of Whole christ, being father of the person, he is father of the manhood, taken into unity with that person;
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so he is Father both of God and Man, they cannot be dividedin Christ, he being the Father of whol Christ, he is the Father God and Man. And he is first the Father of Christ,
so he is Father both of God and Man, they cannot be dividedin christ, he being the Father of Whole christ, he is the Father God and Man. And he is First the Father of christ,
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and then the Father of us, and the Father of mercies;
and then the Father of us, and the Father of Mercies;
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for alas, unlesse he had been the Father of Christ, God and Man, Mediatour, he could never have been the Father of such cursed creatures as we are:
for alas, unless he had been the Father of christ, God and Man, Mediator, he could never have been the Father of such cursed creatures as we Are:
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but because he is the Father of Christ, of that blessed manhood, which Christ hath taken into Unitie of person with the God-head,
but Because he is the Father of christ, of that blessed manhood, which christ hath taken into Unity of person with the Godhead,
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therefore he is the Father of us, who by Union are one with Christ.
Therefore he is the Father of us, who by union Are one with christ.
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The point then is, that, God (thus considered) as the Father of Jesus Christ is to be praysed.
The point then is, that, God (thus considered) as the Father of jesus christ is to be praised.
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Here is the reason of blessing and praysing him, in this, that he is the Father of Jesus Christ, Here is the reason of blessing and praising him, in this, that he is the Father of jesus christ,
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for thence he comes to be our Father;
for thence he comes to be our Father;
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it is a point that we think not oft enough on, but it is the ground of all comfort,
it is a point that we think not oft enough on, but it is the ground of all Comfort,
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for we have all at the second hand, Christ hath all first, and we have all from him:
for we have all At the second hand, christ hath all First, and we have all from him:
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He is the first Son, and we are sons, he is the first beloved of God,
He is the First Son, and we Are Sons, he is the First Beloved of God,
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and we are beloved in him;
and we Are Beloved in him;
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he is filled first with all grace, and we are filled from him, of his fulnesse we receive Grace for Grace:
he is filled First with all grace, and we Are filled from him, of his fullness we receive Grace for Grace:
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he was first acquitted of our sinnes, as our surety, and then we are justified,
he was First acquitted of our Sins, as our surety, and then we Are justified,
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because he was iustified from our sins, being our surety, he is ascended into Heaven, we shall ascend;
Because he was justified from our Sins, being our surety, he is ascended into Heaven, we shall ascend;
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he sits at the right hand of God, and we sit with him in heavenly places;
he sits At the right hand of God, and we fit with him in heavenly places;
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he judgeth, we shall iudge him; whatsoever we doe, Christ doth it first, we have it in Christ, and through Christ,
he Judgeth, we shall judge him; whatsoever we do, christ does it First, we have it in christ, and through christ,
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and from Christ, he is the Father of Christ, and our Father.
and from christ, he is the Father of christ, and our Father.
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Therefore we ought to blesse God for Christ, that he would predestinate Christ to be our head, to be our Saviour;
Therefore we ought to bless God for christ, that he would predestinate christ to be our head, to be our Saviour;
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that he would take the humane nature of Christ, and make it one person with his Divine nature,
that he would take the humane nature of christ, and make it one person with his Divine nature,
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and so predestinate us, and elect, and chuse us to salvation in him, blessed be God that he would be the Father of Jesus Christ.
and so predestinate us, and elect, and choose us to salvation in him, blessed be God that he would be the Father of jesus christ.
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And as this should stirre us up to bless God for Jesus Christ;
And as this should stir us up to bless God for jesus christ;
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so likewise it should direct us to comfortable meditations, to see our Nature in Christ first, and then in our selves:
so likewise it should Direct us to comfortable meditations, to see our Nature in christ First, and then in our selves:
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See thy Nature abased in Christ, see thy Nature glorified in Christ, see thy Nature filled with all grace in Christ,
See thy Nature abased in christ, see thy Nature glorified in christ, see thy Nature filled with all grace in christ,
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and see this, that thou art knit to that Nature, thou art flesh of Christs flesh,
and see this, that thou art knit to that Nature, thou art Flesh of Christ Flesh,
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and bone of his bone, and thou shalt be so as he is. In that Christs nature was first abased, and then glorified;
and bone of his bone, and thou shalt be so as he is. In that Christ nature was First abased, and then glorified;
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this nature shall first be abased to death and dust, and then be glorified. Christ died, and rose again, thou art predestinated to be conformable to Christ;
this nature shall First be abased to death and dust, and then be glorified. christ died, and rose again, thou art predestinated to be conformable to christ;
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for as his flesh was first humbled and then glorious, so thine must be first humble, and then glorious.
for as his Flesh was First humbled and then glorious, so thine must be First humble, and then glorious.
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His flesh was holy, humble, and glorious, and so must ours be:
His Flesh was holy, humble, and glorious, and so must ours be:
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whatsoever we look for (in our selves) that is good, we must see it in Christ first.
whatsoever we look for (in our selves) that is good, we must see it in christ First.
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Aud when we heare in the Gospel, in the Articles of the Creed, of Christ crucified, of Christ dying, of Christ rising, ascending,
And when we hear in the Gospel, in the Articles of the Creed, of christ Crucified, of christ dying, of christ rising, ascending,
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and sitting at the right hand of God:
and sitting At the right hand of God:
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let us see our selves in him, see our selves dying in him, and rising in him,
let us see our selves in him, see our selves dying in him, and rising in him,
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and sitting at the right hand of God.
and sitting At the right hand of God.
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For the same God that raised Christ natural, will raise Christ mystical, he will raise whole Christ:
For the same God that raised christ natural, will raise christ mystical, he will raise Whole christ:
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for he is not glorified by pieces;
for he is not glorified by Pieces;
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as whole Christ natural, in his body and members was raised, so shall whole Christ mystical be.
as Whole christ natural, in his body and members was raised, so shall Whole christ mystical be.
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Therefore in every Article of the Creed blesse God, blesse God forabasing of Christ: blesse God for raising him up, blesse God for raising us up:
Therefore in every Article of the Creed bless God, bless God forabasing of christ: bless God for raising him up, bless God for raising us up:
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Blessed be God who hath raised us up to an immortal hope, by the Reserrection of Christ, saith St. Peter: blesse God for the ascension of Christ, that our Head is in heaven.Blessed be God who hath raised us up to an immortal hope, by the Resurrection of christ, Says Saint Peter: bless God for the Ascension of christ, that our Head is in heaven.
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Let us blesse God, not for personal favours only, but go to the spring: blesse God for shewing it to Christ, and to us in him.
Let us bless God, not for personal favours only, but go to the spring: bless God for showing it to christ, and to us in him.
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This point the Apostle had learned well: therefore he begins with praise, Blessed be God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
This point the Apostle had learned well: Therefore he begins with praise, Blessed be God the Father of our Lord jesus christ.
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If the Virgin Mary thought her self blessed, and all Generations should call her Blessed, for bearing our Saviour in her Womb, and so being his Mother;
If the Virgae Marry Thought her self blessed, and all Generations should call her Blessed, for bearing our Saviour in her Womb, and so being his Mother;
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then all Generations must needs do this duty to call God blessed, because he is the Father of Christ.
then all Generations must needs do this duty to call God blessed, Because he is the Father of christ.
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So God the Father is to be blessed as the spring of favours: for he gave Christ.
So God the Father is to be blessed as the spring of favours: for he gave christ.
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All Generations call the Virgin Mary blessed, because she was the Mother of Christ: but that was in a lower degree, then God was his Father.
All Generations call the Virgae Marry blessed, Because she was the Mother of christ: but that was in a lower degree, then God was his Father.
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This point ought to take up our meditations; to think we have all in Christ first;
This point ought to take up our meditations; to think we have all in christ First;
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to think of our selves in Christ, it is comfortable; and Christ shall have more glory by it;
to think of our selves in christ, it is comfortable; and christ shall have more glory by it;
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God the Father and the Son shall have glory by it, and we shall have comfort.
God the Father and the Son shall have glory by it, and we shall have Comfort.
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The second consideration of God is, not only as he is the Father of Christ; but as he is, The Father of Mercies.
The second consideration of God is, not only as he is the Father of christ; but as he is, The Father of mercies.
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God is the Father of Christ, and our Father, and the Father of mercies, but as I said before in this method, he is first the Father of Christ,
God is the Father of christ, and our Father, and the Father of Mercies, but as I said before in this method, he is First the Father of christ,
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and then our Father, and then the Father of mercies. For he could never be the Father of mercies to us,
and then our Father, and then the Father of Mercies. For he could never be the Father of Mercies to us,
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except he were the Father of Christ: For mercy must see justice contented, one attribute in God must not devour another;
except he were the Father of christ: For mercy must see Justice contented, one attribute in God must not devour Another;
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all must have satisfaction, his Justice must have no wrong: nor it hath not now, it is fully satisfied by Christ.
all must have satisfaction, his justice must have no wrong: nor it hath not now, it is Fully satisfied by christ.
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Therefore God is the Father of Christ, that Christ in our nature might die for us,
Therefore God is the Father of christ, that christ in our nature might die for us,
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and so he might be our Father notwithstanding our sins, having punished our sins in our surety Christ.
and so he might be our Father notwithstanding our Sins, having punished our Sins in our surety christ.
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So being the Father of Christ, and our Father, he is the Father of mercies, his justice hath no losse by it.
So being the Father of christ, and our Father, he is the Father of Mercies, his Justice hath no loss by it.
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how he might shew good to us, by reconciling mercy and justice in the Mediator Christ, in punishing him for our sins, to let us free, he had never been a Father of mercy,
how he might show good to us, by reconciling mercy and Justice in the Mediator christ, in punishing him for our Sins, to let us free, he had never been a Father of mercy,
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if he had not been the Father of Christ first; for we being in such contrary terms as God and we were, he being holinesse,
if he had not been the Father of christ First; for we being in such contrary terms as God and we were, he being holiness,
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and we nothing but a masse of sin and corruption: without sufficient satisfaction of an infinite person there could be no reconciliation:
and we nothing but a mass of since and corruption: without sufficient satisfaction of an infinite person there could be no reconciliation:
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therefore he is the Father of Christ who died for us, he took our nature upon him to satisfie Gods justice;
Therefore he is the Father of christ who died for us, he took our nature upon him to satisfy God's Justice;
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and then Father of us, and so Father of mercy to us. He may well be the Father of mercies now, being the Father of Christ; of our nature in Christ:
and then Father of us, and so Father of mercy to us. He may well be the Father of Mercies now, being the Father of christ; of our nature in christ:
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for (as I said) he is the Father of Christ as man, as well as he is God:
for (as I said) he is the Father of christ as man, as well as he is God:
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being the Father of our nature, being taken into the unity with his own Sons Nature (for both make one Christ,) he becomes the Father of mercies; he is a Father to him by nature;
being the Father of our nature, being taken into the unity with his own Sons Nature (for both make one christ,) he becomes the Father of Mercies; he is a Father to him by nature;
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to us by Grace and Adoption; The Father of Christ, and Father of mercies. It is a necessary method;
to us by Grace and Adoption; The Father of christ, and Father of Mercies. It is a necessary method;
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for God out of Christ is a fountain indeed, but he is a 〈 ◊ 〉 sealed up, he is a God Merciful and Gracious in his own nature,
for God out of christ is a fountain indeed, but he is a 〈 ◊ 〉 sealed up, he is a God Merciful and Gracious in his own nature,
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but there is sin that stops the fountain, that stops the current of the mercy: there must be therefore satifaction to his justice, and wrath, before there can be reconciliation,
but there is since that stops the fountain, that stops the current of the mercy: there must be Therefore satisfaction to his Justice, and wrath, before there can be reconciliation,
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before there can any mercy flow from him.
before there can any mercy flow from him.
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He is first the Father of Christ, and then the Father of mercies: we have all from Christ.
He is First the Father of christ, and then the Father of Mercies: we have all from christ.
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If he were not the Father of Christ, he should be the Father of no body;
If he were not the Father of christ, he should be the Father of no body;
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for immediatly no man is able to appear before God without a mediator. Father of Mercies.
for immediately no man is able to appear before God without a Mediator. Father of mercies.
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By Father (which is a kind of Hebraisme,) is meant, he is the Original, the spring of mercies:
By Father (which is a kind of Hebraism,) is meant, he is the Original, the spring of Mercies:
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he is the Father of mercies. He doth not say the Father of one mercy,
he is the Father of Mercies. He does not say the Father of one mercy,
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but the Father of mercies. His mercy is one, it is his Nature, it is Himself,
but the Father of Mercies. His mercy is one, it is his Nature, it is Himself,
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as he is one, so mercy in him is one: it is one in the fountain, but many in the streames:
as he is one, so mercy in him is one: it is one in the fountain, but many in the streams:
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it is one in him, one nature, and one mercy: but because we have not one sin, but many sins, we have not one misery,
it is one in him, one nature, and one mercy: but Because we have not one since, but many Sins, we have not one misery,
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but many, that lies upon this fraile nature of ours:
but many, that lies upon this frail nature of ours:
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therefore according to the exigences of us wretched Creatures, according to our sins and miseries, his mercies stream out, they are derived and run out to all kind of sin and misery whatsoever.
Therefore according to the exigences of us wretched Creatures, according to our Sins and misery's, his Mercies stream out, they Are derived and run out to all kind of since and misery whatsoever.
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The Father of mercies: If all mercies were lost, they must be found in him, he is the Father of mercies; they are his bowels (as it were) and mercy pleaseth him as a man is pleased with his own natural Child The Father of mercies, he doth not say the Author of mercies, but the Father of them:The Father of Mercies: If all Mercies were lost, they must be found in him, he is the Father of Mercies; they Are his bowels (as it were) and mercy Pleases him as a man is pleased with his own natural Child The Father of Mercies, he does not say the Author of Mercies, but the Father of them:
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he gives them the sweetest name that can be:
he gives them the Sweetest name that can be:
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he doth not say the Father of revenge, or of judgement (though he be the father of them too):
he does not say the Father of revenge, or of judgement (though he be the father of them too):
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but to his Children the father of mercies: A sweet name under which none should despair.
but to his Children the father of Mercies: A sweet name under which none should despair.
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But to shew some reasons, why he is so stiled.
But to show Some Reasons, why he is so styled.
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There is good reason, being the Father of Christ, his justice being fully contented, sin being taken away that stopped the current of his mercies, he being naturally merciful, his mercies run freely:
There is good reason, being the Father of christ, his Justice being Fully contented, since being taken away that stopped the current of his Mercies, he being naturally merciful, his Mercies run freely:
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Father of Christ, and Father of mercies; Father of christ, and Father of Mercies;
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it followes well, he is the father of mercies, because he is the Father of Christ,
it follows well, he is the father of Mercies, Because he is the Father of christ,
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and because his justice is satisfied in him, and he being naturally merciful, what hinders but that mercy may run amain, freely,
and Because his Justice is satisfied in him, and he being naturally merciful, what hinders but that mercy may run amain, freely,
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and abundantly upon those that are in covenant with him in Christ, that are members of Christ:
and abundantly upon those that Are in Covenant with him in christ, that Are members of christ:
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that is one reason, because his justice is satisfied.
that is one reason, Because his Justice is satisfied.
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And because he is naturally merciful, therefore he is the Father of mercies. The Sea doth not more naturally flow,
And Because he is naturally merciful, Therefore he is the Father of Mercies. The Sea does not more naturally flow,
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and is moist, and the Sun doth not more naturally shine, the fire doth not more naturally burn, heavy bodies do not more naturally sink to the center,
and is moist, and the Sun does not more naturally shine, the fire does not more naturally burn, heavy bodies do not more naturally sink to the centre,
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then God doth naturally shew pitty and mercy where his justice is satisfied: for it is his nature, it is himself.
then God does naturally show pity and mercy where his Justice is satisfied: for it is his nature, it is himself.
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The Apostle doth not name other attributes; for alas, other attributes would scare us:
The Apostle does not name other attributes; for alas, other attributes would scare us:
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As for example, if the guilty conscience consider him as a God of justice, it will reason thus:
As for Exampl, if the guilty conscience Consider him as a God of Justice, it will reason thus:
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what is this to me? I am a sinner, and he will be just in punishing:
what is this to me? I am a sinner, and he will be just in punishing:
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if he consider he is a God of Wisedome, the conscience considers, he is the more wise to find out my windings,
if he Consider he is a God of Wisdom, the conscience considers, he is the more wise to find out my windings,
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and turnings from him, and my covering of my sins;
and turnings from him, and my covering of my Sins;
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he is the more wise to find me out in my courses, and to shame me:
he is the more wise to find me out in my courses, and to shame me:
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he doth not say, he is a God of power, the Father of Power;
he does not say, he is a God of power, the Father of Power;
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the guilty conscience then would reason, he is the more able to crush me, and to send me to hell.
the guilty conscience then would reason, he is the more able to crush me, and to send me to hell.
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Indeed there is no attribute of God, but it is matter of terrour, being secluded from mercy;
Indeed there is no attribute of God, but it is matter of terror, being secluded from mercy;
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but considering, God the Father of mercies, then we may consider sweetly and comfortably of all other attributes:
but considering, God the Father of Mercies, then we may Consider sweetly and comfortably of all other attributes:
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He is mercifull and good to me;
He is merciful and good to me;
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therefore his wisdom that shall serve to do me good, to devise good things for me, his power shall serve to free me from mine enemies, his Justice to revenge my quarrell,
Therefore his Wisdom that shall serve to do me good, to devise good things for me, his power shall serve to free me from mine enemies, his justice to revenge my quarrel,
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and so all other attributes, shall be serviceable to my comfort: they may be thought upon sweetly, where mercy is laid claime unto before:
and so all other attributes, shall be serviceable to my Comfort: they may be Thought upon sweetly, where mercy is laid claim unto before:
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Therefore here he is called the Father of mercie, and not the Father of other attributes. Of Mercies.
Therefore Here he is called the Father of mercy, and not the Father of other attributes. Of mercies.
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To unfold the word a little (mercie) is here, the same with grace to a person in miserie:
To unfold the word a little (mercy) is Here, the same with grace to a person in misery:
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Mercie is but free favour shewed to a miserable person:
Mercy is but free favour showed to a miserable person:
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Grace shews the freenesse of it, and mercie shews the state of the person to whom it is shown:
Grace shows the freeness of it, and mercy shows the state of the person to whom it is shown:
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alway where mercy is, either there is present or else possible miserie.
always where mercy is, either there is present or Else possible misery.
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There was mercie shewed to Angels that stood, to free them, to give them grace to stand;
There was mercy showed to Angels that stood, to free them, to give them grace to stand;
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they might have fallen as the Devils did when they were Angels;
they might have fallen as the Devils did when they were Angels;
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none are the Subjects of mercie, but such as either are in misery, or are possible to fall into miserie:
none Are the Subject's of mercy, but such as either Are in misery, or Are possible to fallen into misery:
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now when God keeps and upholds the creature from falling into that which he is subject to fall into, he being a creature taken out of nothing,
now when God keeps and upholds the creature from falling into that which he is Subject to fallen into, he being a creature taken out of nothing,
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and therefore subject to fall to nothing without assistance, to hold him from that whereto he would fall without being upheld;
and Therefore Subject to fallen to nothing without assistance, to hold him from that whereto he would fallen without being upheld;
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this makes him the Object of mercy, whatsoever the misery be spirituall or outward.
this makes him the Object of mercy, whatsoever the misery be spiritual or outward.
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Thus God is the Father of mercie, he upholds his Children from that which else they would fall into continually, He is the Father of mercie, before conversion, offering and injoyning mercie to them, that as they will be good to their soules, they would receive mercie.
Thus God is the Father of mercy, he upholds his Children from that which Else they would fallen into continually, He is the Father of mercy, before conversion, offering and enjoining mercy to them, that as they will be good to their Souls, they would receive mercy.
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He joyns his glory and his mercy together, that he will be glorified in shewing mercie,
He joins his glory and his mercy together, that he will be glorified in showing mercy,
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and he presseth it upon us.
and he Presseth it upon us.
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What a mercie is this, that he should press mercie upon us for our own good? Why will ye dye, O House of Israel.
What a mercy is this, that he should press mercy upon us for our own good? Why will you die, Oh House of Israel.
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And Come unto me all ye that are weary and heavy laden, there is mercie before conversion;
And Come unto me all you that Are weary and heavy laden, there is mercy before conversion;
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and there is mercie in prolonging his wrath, in not punishing, and there is mercie in pardoning sinne freely, in pardoning all sinne, the punishment and the guilt, and all:
and there is mercy in prolonging his wrath, in not punishing, and there is mercy in pardoning sin freely, in pardoning all sin, the punishment and the guilt, and all:
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and when we are in the state of Grace, and have our sins pardoned, still it is his mercy to forbeare the punishments due to us:
and when we Are in the state of Grace, and have our Sins pardoned, still it is his mercy to forbear the punishments due to us:
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in mitigating his corrections, and in seasonable corrections: for it is a mercy for God to correct his Children seasonably:
in mitigating his corrections, and in seasonable corrections: for it is a mercy for God to correct his Children seasonably:
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Therefore we are corrected of God, that we should not be damned with the world. It is a mercy to have seasonable correction;Therefore we Are corrected of God, that we should not be damned with the world. It is a mercy to have seasonable correction;
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it is a mercy to have correction mitigated, and sweetned with some comforts:
it is a mercy to have correction mitigated, and sweetened with Some comforts:
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It is a mercy after we are in the state of Grace (besides this) to have the continuance of outword blessings.
It is a mercy After we Are in the state of Grace (beside this) to have the Continuance of outword blessings.
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God renews his mercies every day, His mercies faile not, Lament. 3. 22. his mercies are renewed continually upon us.
God renews his Mercies every day, His Mercies fail not, Lament. 3. 22. his Mercies Are renewed continually upon us.
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So he is father of all kind of mercies;
So he is father of all kind of Mercies;
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privative mercies, in freeing us from ill, and positive mercies, in bestowing good, pardoning mercies, healing mercies, preserving mercies, all mercies come from this Father of mercie.
privative Mercies, in freeing us from ill, and positive Mercies, in bestowing good, pardoning Mercies, healing Mercies, preserving Mercies, all Mercies come from this Father of mercy.
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I will not stand to unfold them in particular;
I will not stand to unfold them in particular;
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for indeed every thing that comes from God to his children, it is a mercy, it is as it were dipt in mercy before it comes to us:
for indeed every thing that comes from God to his children, it is a mercy, it is as it were dipped in mercy before it comes to us:
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it is a mercy, that is, there is a freedome in it, and a pity to his creature:
it is a mercy, that is, there is a freedom in it, and a pity to his creature:
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For the creature is alway in some necessity, and in some dependance: we are in a state of necessities in this life, in some misery or other,
For the creature is always in Some necessity, and in Some dependence: we Are in a state of necessities in this life, in Some misery or other,
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and that (as I said) is the object of mercy. Besides, we are dependant for the good we have;
and that (as I said) is the Object of mercy. Beside, we Are dependant for the good we have;
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it is at Gods mercy to continue or to take away any comfort that he gives us, every thing is a mercie.
it is At God's mercy to continue or to take away any Comfort that he gives us, every thing is a mercy.
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And in every thing we take from God, we ought to conceive a mercy in it,
And in every thing we take from God, we ought to conceive a mercy in it,
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and to think this is a mercy from God, if we have health, it is a mercy,
and to think this is a mercy from God, if we have health, it is a mercy,
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if we have strength, it is a mercy, if we have deliverance, it is a mercy:
if we have strength, it is a mercy, if we have deliverance, it is a mercy:
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it comes in the respect and relation of a mercie all that comes from God. He is not said to be the father of the thing:
it comes in the respect and Relation of a mercy all that comes from God. He is not said to be the father of the thing:
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but the Father of mercies, there is a mercy contained in the thing, they come from the pity and love of God, and that is the sweetest:
but the Father of Mercies, there is a mercy contained in the thing, they come from the pity and love of God, and that is the Sweetest:
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therefore he is said to be the Father of mercies. What use may we make of this, that God is the Father of Mercies?
Therefore he is said to be the Father of Mercies. What use may we make of this, that God is the Father of mercies?
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It is a point full of sweet and comfortable uses, to those that are not in the state of grace,
It is a point full of sweet and comfortable uses, to those that Are not in the state of grace,
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and to those that are in the state of grace.
and to those that Are in the state of grace.
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To those that are not in the state of grace, they should see here a haven to flie to, a City of refuge, to flie unto:
To those that Are not in the state of grace, they should see Here a Haven to fly to, a city of refuge, to fly unto:
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do but consider thou wretched soul, how God is stiled a Father of mercies to thee, a God of bounty:
do but Consider thou wretched soul, how God is styled a Father of Mercies to thee, a God of bounty:
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all is to allure thee to repentance, to allure thee to come in.
all is to allure thee to Repentance, to allure thee to come in.
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He is not mercifull by accident, but he is naturally merciful in himself, he hath bowels of mercie in himself, Mercy pleaseth him, Micah 7.
He is not merciful by accident, but he is naturally merciful in himself, he hath bowels of mercy in himself, Mercy Pleases him, micah 7.
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Therefore despair not thou drooping soul, whosoever thou art that art under the guilt of sin, come to the Father of mercies, cast thy self into this Sea of his mercie, hide thy self in these bowels, be not an enemy to thine own mercie,
Therefore despair not thou drooping soul, whosoever thou art that art under the guilt of since, come to the Father of Mercies, cast thy self into this Sea of his mercy, hide thy self in these bowels, be not an enemy to thine own mercy,
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as Jonah saith, refufe not thy own mercie that is offered.
as Jonah Says, refufe not thy own mercy that is offered.
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There is mercie pressed upon thee, mercie with threatning if thou believe not mercy, now thou art called to receive it.
There is mercy pressed upon thee, mercy with threatening if thou believe not mercy, now thou art called to receive it.
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The wrath of God hangs over thee as a weight, or as a sword ready to fall upon thee.
The wrath of God hangs over thee as a weight, or as a sword ready to fallen upon thee.
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As Christ sath Joh. 3. The wrath of God hangs over us, if we do not receive mercie offered us.
As christ Sath John 3. The wrath of God hangs over us, if we do not receive mercy offered us.
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Alledge not thy sins against mercie:
Allege not thy Sins against mercy:
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thy sins are the sins of a creature, God is the Father of mercies, he is infinite:
thy Sins Are the Sins of a creature, God is the Father of Mercies, he is infinite:
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Christ thy Saviour hath made an infinite satisfaction, and thy sins are finite, and in that respect there is mercie for thee if thou wilt come in,
christ thy Saviour hath made an infinite satisfaction, and thy Sins Are finite, and in that respect there is mercy for thee if thou wilt come in,
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if thou apprehend, and receive mercie.
if thou apprehend, and receive mercy.
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One deep calls upon another deep, the depth of thy sins and misery, drawes unto it,One deep calls upon Another deep, the depth of thy Sins and misery, draws unto it,
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and calls upon the depth of mercy.
and calls upon the depth of mercy.
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The mercy of God is above all his works, Psal. 147. It is not only above all his works to cover them all,The mercy of God is above all his works, Psalm 147. It is not only above all his works to cover them all,
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and under them to uphold them; but it is beyond them all, his mercy exceeds all other attributes to the creature.
and under them to uphold them; but it is beyond them all, his mercy exceeds all other attributes to the creature.
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he hath no mercy for such, to such he is a God of vengeance.
he hath no mercy for such, to such he is a God of vengeance.
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It is above his works, and upon his works, and under his works, and it is above thy works too.
It is above his works, and upon his works, and under his works, and it is above thy works too.
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He is more glorious in his mercy then in any other attribute:
He is more glorious in his mercy then in any other attribute:
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he doth all for the glory of his mercy, both in the Creation, and in the Gospel:
he does all for the glory of his mercy, both in the Creation, and in the Gospel:
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his mercy therefore is above his own workes, and above thy workes if thou come in.
his mercy Therefore is above his own works, and above thy works if thou come in.
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Oyl is of a Kingly nature, it swims above all other liquors: so the mercy of God, like oyl it swims above all other attributes in him,
Oil is of a Kingly nature, it swims above all other Liquors: so the mercy of God, like oil it swims above all other attributes in him,
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and above all sin in thee, if thou wilt receive it. Father of Mercies. In a corrupt estate the special mercy is forgiving mercy;
and above all since in thee, if thou wilt receive it. Father of mercies. In a corrupt estate the special mercy is forgiving mercy;
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if it were not for forgiving mercies, all other gifts and mercies were to little purpose:
if it were not for forgiving Mercies, all other Gifts and Mercies were to little purpose:
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for it were but a reserving of us to eternal Judgement, but a feeding the Traitor to the day of Execution, a giving him the liberty of the priison, which is nothing unlesse his Treason be pardoned;
for it were but a reserving of us to Eternal Judgement, but a feeding the Traitor to the day of Execution, a giving him the liberty of the priison, which is nothing unless his Treason be pardoned;
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so the forgiving mercy leads to all the rest. Now these forgiving mercies, they are unlimitted mercies, there is no bounds of them:
so the forgiving mercy leads to all the rest. Now these forgiving Mercies, they Are unlimited Mercies, there is no bounds of them:
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for he being the Father of Christ, who is an infinite person, and having received an infinite satisfaction from an infinite Person, he may well be infinitely merciful:
for he being the Father of christ, who is an infinite person, and having received an infinite satisfaction from an infinite Person, he may well be infinitely merciful:
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and himself is an infinite God, his mercies are like himself, the satisfaction whereby he may be merciful is infinite:
and himself is an infinite God, his Mercies Are like himself, the satisfaction whereby he may be merciful is infinite:
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hereupon it is that he may pardon, and will pardon all sin without limitation, if they be never so great, never so many.
hereupon it is that he may pardon, and will pardon all since without limitation, if they be never so great, never so many.
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This I observe the rather, to appease the conscience of a sinner when it is suppressed with terrour,
This I observe the rather, to appease the conscience of a sinner when it is suppressed with terror,
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and fear of the greatnesse of his sins.
and Fear of the greatness of his Sins.
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Consider how God hath set down himself, and will be known and apprehended of us, not onely as merciful,
Consider how God hath Set down himself, and will be known and apprehended of us, not only as merciful,
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but a Father of mercies, and not of one mercy, but of all mercies, not only giving,
but a Father of Mercies, and not of one mercy, but of all Mercies, not only giving,
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but forgiving especially, Which forgiveth all thy sins, and healeth all thy infirmities, Psal. 103. This I observe against a pronenesse in us to despair:
but forgiving especially, Which forgiveth all thy Sins, and heals all thy infirmities, Psalm 103. This I observe against a proneness in us to despair:
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we are not now proner in the time of peace to presume, then when conscience is awakened to despair, we are prone to both alike:
we Are not now proner in the time of peace to presume, then when conscience is awakened to despair, we Are prove to both alike:
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For here is the poyson of mans corruption.
For Here is the poison of men corruption.
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Is God so merciful? surely, I may go on in sin, and cry God mercy, and there is an end:
Is God so merciful? surely, I may go on in since, and cry God mercy, and there is an end:
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God is merciful, nay, the Father of mercies.
God is merciful, nay, the Father of Mercies.
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Now in the time of peace, sin is nothing with us, swearing is nothing, rotten discourse is nothing, going beyond others in our dealing and commerce is nothing, getting an estate by fraud and deceit is nothing:
Now in the time of peace, since is nothing with us, swearing is nothing, rotten discourse is nothing, going beyond Others in our dealing and commerce is nothing, getting an estate by fraud and deceit is nothing:
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The bread of deceit is sweet; loose, licentious, libertine life is nothing:The bred of deceit is sweet; lose, licentious, libertine life is nothing:
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and those that do not follow the same excesse, and are dissolute, it is a strange matter with us, they are strange people;
and those that do not follow the same excess, and Are dissolute, it is a strange matter with us, they Are strange people;
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we think it strange that others do not so, and if they be better then we, it is but hypocrisie:
we think it strange that Others do not so, and if they be better then we, it is but hypocrisy:
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men measure all by themselves, so all is nothing. Great, grosse swearing is nothing, men glory in it, and to make scruple of it; it is thus and thus: they have terms for it.
men measure all by themselves, so all is nothing. Great, gross swearing is nothing, men glory in it, and to make scruple of it; it is thus and thus: they have terms for it.
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And what is the bawde for all this? Oh! God is merciful, and Christ he is wonderous merciful, he took our nature that he might die for us, &c. It is true indeed;
And what is the bawd for all this? Oh! God is merciful, and christ he is wondrous merciful, he took our nature that he might die for us, etc. It is true indeed;
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but when the conscience is awakened, then the conscience will tell thee another lesson, the conscience will set God as just,
but when the conscience is awakened, then the conscience will tell thee Another Lesson, the conscience will Set God as just,
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and Satan will help conscience, with accusations and aggravations:
and Satan will help conscience, with accusations and aggravations:
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it is true, it is too true, the conscience will take part with God, and with his word:
it is true, it is too true, the conscience will take part with God, and with his word:
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it is true thou hast done thus, and thus, these are thy sins, and God is just.
it is true thou hast done thus, and thus, these Are thy Sins, and God is just.
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And especially at the hour of death, when earthly comforts fail, and there is nothing but sin set before a mans eyes (the comforts that are set before him, can do him no good) then the conscience will hardly receive any comfort:
And especially At the hour of death, when earthly comforts fail, and there is nothing but since Set before a men eyes (the comforts that Are Set before him, can do him no good) then the conscience will hardly receive any Comfort:
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especially the conscienconsciences of such as have gone on in a course of sin, in spight of good meanes:
especially the conscienconsciences of such as have gone on in a course of since, in spite of good means:
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a conscience of such a man as either refuseth or rejects the meanes, because it would favour it self in sin;
a conscience of such a man as either Refuseth or rejects the means, Because it would favour it self in since;
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or a conscience that being under means, having had it sins discovered to it, that conscience will hardly admit of any comfort.
or a conscience that being under means, having had it Sins discovered to it, that conscience will hardly admit of any Comfort.
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And there is none, but they find it another manner of matter then they think it.
And there is none, but they find it Another manner of matter then they think it.
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Sin is a blacker thing then they imagine, their oathes that they trifle with, and their dissolute,
since is a blacker thing then they imagine, their Oaths that they trifle with, and their dissolute,
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and their rotten discourse (when they should be better affected) upon the sabbath, and such like:
and their rotten discourse (when they should be better affected) upon the Sabbath, and such like:
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therefore we ought to look to it. Well; to presse this point of presumption a little further now I am in it.
Therefore we ought to look to it. Well; to press this point of presumption a little further now I am in it.
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We are wonderous prone to abuse this mercie to presumption, and after to despaire.
We Are wondrous prove to abuse this mercy to presumption, and After to despair.
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I consider this before hand, that however Gods mercy be unlimited, as indeed it is in it self;
I Consider this before hand, that however God's mercy be unlimited, as indeed it is in it self;
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it is so unlimited to those that repent, and to those that receive and embrace mercy,
it is so unlimited to those that Repent, and to those that receive and embrace mercy,
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and mercy in one kind as well as another; it is so to those that repent of their sins;
and mercy in one kind as well as Another; it is so to those that Repent of their Sins;
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for God is so the Father of Mercie, as that He is the God of Vengeance too, he is a just God too.
for God is so the Father of Mercy, as that He is the God of Vengeance too, he is a just God too.
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The conscience will tell you this well enough, when the outward comforts (that now you dally with,
The conscience will tell you this well enough, when the outward comforts (that now you dally with,
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and set as Gods in the room of God, and drown your selves in sensuality,
and Set as God's in the room of God, and drown your selves in sensuality,
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and Idolatry, with the creature, and put them in the place of God, when they are taken away, conscience will tell you, that God is merciful indeed;
and Idolatry, with the creature, and put them in the place of God, when they Are taken away, conscience will tell you, that God is merciful indeed;
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but he is just to such that refuse mercies.
but he is just to such that refuse Mercies.
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Therefore though his mercy be unlimited to such as are broken hearted, to such as repent of their sins: (for he will glorifie his Mercy,
Therefore though his mercy be unlimited to such as Are broken hearted, to such as Repent of their Sins: (for he will Glorify his Mercy,
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as he may glorifie his other attributs) he is wisely merciful:
as he may Glorify his other attributes) he is wisely merciful:
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if he should be merciful to such as go on in sin, he should not be wisely merciful.
if he should be merciful to such as go on in since, he should not be wisely merciful.
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Who, among men, if he be wise would be mercifull to a Child, or Servant without acknowledgement of the fault?
Who, among men, if he be wise would be merciful to a Child, or Servant without acknowledgement of the fault?
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Was not David over merciful to Absalom? Yes, it was his fault:
Was not David over merciful to Absalom? Yes, it was his fault:
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yet out of wisdome, he would not admit him into his presence, till he was humbled for his fault,
yet out of Wisdom, he would not admit him into his presence, till he was humbled for his fault,
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and made intercession, though he doted upon him. God is infinitely wise, as he is Merciful:
and made Intercession, though he doted upon him. God is infinitely wise, as he is Merciful:
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therefore He will not be Merciful to him that goes on in wickednesse and sin. This cannot be too often pressed:
Therefore He will not be Merciful to him that Goes on in wickedness and since. This cannot be too often pressed:
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for the most of the auditors wheresoever we speak, the Divel hath them in this snare, that God is merciful &c. and doth he not know how to use it? He is so indeed,
for the most of the Auditors wheresoever we speak, the devil hath them in this snare, that God is merciful etc. and does he not know how to use it? He is so indeed,
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but it is to repentant souls, that mean to break off their course of sin.
but it is to repentant Souls, that mean to break off their course of since.
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Otherwise, if the Mercie of God work the other way, hearken to thy doom, He that blesseth himself (saith God,) by Moses Denteronomy 29. 16 & saith, these curses shall not come to me:
Otherwise, if the Mercy of God work the other Way, harken to thy doom, He that Blesses himself (Says God,) by Moses Deuteronomy 29. 16 & Says, these curses shall not come to me:
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he that blesseth himself and saith:
he that Blesses himself and Says:
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Oh, all shall be well, God is Mercifull &c. My wrath shall smoak against him, and I will not be merciful to him, that goes on in his sins.
O, all shall be well, God is Merciful etc. My wrath shall smoke against him, and I will not be merciful to him, that Goes on in his Sins.
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God will wound the hairie scalp of him that goes on in Sin. As the Apostle saith Romans 2. he that abuseth the bountie and patience of God, that should lead him to repentance, he treasureth up wrath against the day of wrath.
God will wound the hairy scalp of him that Goes on in Sin. As the Apostle Says Romans 2. he that abuseth the bounty and patience of God, that should led him to Repentance, he treasureth up wrath against the day of wrath.
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The Scripture is never in any case more terrible then this way. In Esay 28. you have made a covenant with hell and death, with Gods judgments:
The Scripture is never in any case more terrible then this Way. In Isaiah 28. you have made a Covenant with hell and death, with God's Judgments:
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but hell, and death hath not made a covenant with you.
but hell, and death hath not made a Covenant with you.
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You make a covenant, & think you shall do well, but God is terrible to such, his wrath shall smoak against such as make a covenant with his judgments,
You make a Covenant, & think you shall do well, but God is terrible to such, his wrath shall smoke against such as make a Covenant with his Judgments,
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and treasure up wrath against the day of wrath. Take heed, if the proclamation of mercy, call thee not in:
and treasure up wrath against the day of wrath. Take heed, if the proclamation of mercy, call thee not in:
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if thou stand out as a Rebell, and come not in, but go on still: then justice layes hold on thee:
if thou stand out as a Rebel, and come not in, but go on still: then Justice lays hold on thee:
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Gods wrath shall smoak against thee.
God's wrath shall smoke against thee.
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As we see in Prov. 1. I will laugh at your destruction, speaking of those that would not come in, Chidas, it is in Esay. 27. 11. He that formed them and made them will have no mercy on them, nor shew them favour.
As we see in Curae 1. I will laugh At your destruction, speaking of those that would not come in, Chidas, it is in Isaiah. 27. 11. He that formed them and made them will have no mercy on them, nor show them favour.
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He will have no delight in them.
He will have no delight in them.
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They are Ignorant sotts, and will not labour to know God, and his will, to do, and obey it:
They Are Ignorant sots, and will not labour to know God, and his will, to do, and obey it:
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he that made them will have no delight in them, and he that formed them will reject them. he that made them will have no delight in them, and he that formed them will reject them.
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It is a pittiful thing, when God that made them, and formed them in their mothers womb;
It is a pitiful thing, when God that made them, and formed them in their mother's womb;
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whose creatures they are, shall have no delight in them, when he that made them, his heart shall not pittie them Ezek. 18. 18. he that goes on in a course of sin presumptuously,
whose creatures they Are, shall have no delight in them, when he that made them, his heart shall not pity them Ezekiel 18. 18. he that Goes on in a course of since presumptuously,
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and doth not repent, Gods eye shall not pittie him, he that made him will have no delight in him.
and does not Repent, God's eye shall not pity him, he that made him will have no delight in him.
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Therefore the Apostle, because we are disposed, and prone, to abuse the goodnesse and long suffering of God,
Therefore the Apostle, Because we Are disposed, and prove, to abuse the Goodness and long suffering of God,
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and the mercies of Christ, he saith, Be not deceived, be not deceived, (he oft presseth this) for neither the covetous, nor licentious persons shall enter into heaven. Though God be mercifull;
and the Mercies of christ, he Says, Be not deceived, be not deceived, (he oft Presseth this) for neither the covetous, nor licentious Persons shall enter into heaven. Though God be merciful;
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if thou live in these sins, be not deceived, thou shalt never enter into heaven.
if thou live in these Sins, be not deceived, thou shalt never enter into heaven.
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God will not be mercifull to the most of those that even now live in the bosome of the Church;
God will not be merciful to the most of those that even now live in the bosom of the Church;
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because they make mercy a band to their sinful courses, God will harden himself; he will not blesse such:
Because they make mercy a band to their sinful courses, God will harden himself; he will not bless such:
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His mercy is to such as are weary of their sinful courses: (as I said) he is mercifull;
His mercy is to such as Are weary of their sinful courses: (as I said) he is merciful;
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but so, as he is wise.
but so, as he is wise.
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What Prince will prostitute a pardon to one that is a Rebell, and yet thinks himself a good Subject all the while? he is no Rebell, cares he for a pardon? And shall he have a pardon,
What Prince will prostitute a pardon to one that is a Rebel, and yet thinks himself a good Subject all the while? he is no Rebel, Cares he for a pardon? And shall he have a pardon,
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when he cares not for it? Those that are not humbled in the sight and sence of their sins, that think themselves in a good estate, they are Rebells, that have not sued out their pardon, there is no mercie to them yet, He that made them will not pittie them, because they are Ignorant hardned wretches that live in blasphemy, in swearing, that in corrupt courses, in hardnesse of heart, that live in sins, that their own conscience,
when he Cares not for it? Those that Are not humbled in the sighed and sense of their Sins, that think themselves in a good estate, they Are Rebels, that have not sued out their pardon, there is no mercy to them yet, He that made them will not pity them, Because they Are Ignorant hardened wretches that live in blasphemy, in swearing, that in corrupt courses, in hardness of heart, that live in Sins, that their own conscience,
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and the conscience of others about them, know that they are sins, devouring sins, that devour all their comfort,
and the conscience of Others about them, know that they Are Sins, devouring Sins, that devour all their Comfort,
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and yet notwithstanding they dream of mercy, mercy. Hell is their portion and not mercy that make an Idol of God.
and yet notwithstanding they dream of mercy, mercy. Hell is their portion and not mercy that make an Idol of God.
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Thus it is with us, we are prone to presume upon Gods mercy.
Thus it is with us, we Are prove to presume upon God's mercy.
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I speak this, that we should not surfet of this sweet doctrine, that God is the father of Mercies. He is so to repentant sinners, to those that believe, to those mercy is sweet.
I speak this, that we should not surfeit of this sweet Doctrine, that God is the father of mercies. He is so to repentant Sinners, to those that believe, to those mercy is sweet.
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We know oyl is above all other liquors: Gods mercy is above all his own works, and above our sins.
We know oil is above all other Liquors: God's mercy is above all his own works, and above our Sins.
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But what is the vessel for this oyl? this oyl of mercy it is put in broken vessels, it is kept best there, a broken heart, a humble heart, receives and keepes mercie.
But what is the vessel for this oil? this oil of mercy it is put in broken vessels, it is kept best there, a broken heart, a humble heart, receives and keeps mercy.
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As for proud dispositions, (as all Sinners that go on in a course of sin, the Psalmist terms them proud men:
As for proud dispositions, (as all Sinners that go on in a course of since, the Psalmist terms them proud men:
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he is a proud man, that sets his own will agaist Gods command) God resists the Proud: it is the humble yeelding heart, that will be led and lured by God, that is a vessel to receive mercy.
he is a proud man, that sets his own will aghast God's command) God resists the Proud: it is the humble yielding heart, that will be led and lured by God, that is a vessel to receive mercy.
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It must be a deep vessel, it must be a broken vessel: deep with humiliation, broken by contrition, that must receive mercy.
It must be a deep vessel, it must be a broken vessel: deep with humiliation, broken by contrition, that must receive mercy.
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And it must be a large vessel laid open, capable to receive mercy, and all mercy;
And it must be a large vessel laid open, capable to receive mercy, and all mercy;
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not only pardoning mercy, but healing mercy, as I said out of that Psalme, That forgiveth all thy sins, and healeth all thy transgressions.
not only pardoning mercy, but healing mercy, as I said out of that Psalm, That forgiveth all thy Sins, and heals all thy transgressions.
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Therefore those that have not grace and mercy, to heal their corruptions, to dry up that issue in some comfortable measure, thay have no pardoning mercy:
Therefore those that have not grace and mercy, to heal their corruptions, to dry up that issue in Some comfortable measure, they have no pardoning mercy:
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Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts, and return to the Lord, Let the wicked forsake his Way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts, and return to the Lord,
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and those that desire not their corruptions to be healed, they never desired heartily their corruptions to be pardoned: those mercies go together.
and those that desire not their corruptions to be healed, they never desired heartily their corruptions to be pardoned: those Mercies go together.
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He is not the Father of mercy, but of all mercies that belong to salvation, and he gives them every one, and he that desires the one, desires the other.
He is not the Father of mercy, but of all Mercies that belong to salvation, and he gives them every one, and he that Desires the one, Desires the other.
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Let us consider, how the sweet descriptions of God, and how his promises work upon us.
Let us Consider, how the sweet descriptions of God, and how his promises work upon us.
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If they work on us to make us presume, it is a fearful case, it is as bad a sign as may be, to be ill,
If they work on us to make us presume, it is a fearful case, it is as bad a Signen as may be, to be ill,
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because God is good, to turn the Grace of God into wantonnesse. But as we are thus prone to presume;
Because God is good, to turn the Grace of God into wantonness. But as we Are thus prove to presume;
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so when conscience is awaked, we are as prone to despair:
so when conscience is awaked, we Are as prove to despair:
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therefore if they work with us this way, there is mercy with God, therefore I will come in;
Therefore if they work with us this Way, there is mercy with God, Therefore I will come in;
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therefore I will cast down my weapons at his feet, I will cease to resist him, I will come in,
Therefore I will cast down my weapons At his feet, I will cease to resist him, I will come in,
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and take terms of peace with him;
and take terms of peace with him;
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I will yeeld him obedience for the time to come, therefore I will fear, and love, so good a God.
I will yield him Obedience for the time to come, Therefore I will Fear, and love, so good a God.
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If it work thus, it is a sign of an elect soul, of a gracious disposition.
If it work thus, it is a Signen of an elect soul, of a gracious disposition.
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And then if thou come in, never consider what thy sins have been, if thou come in, God will imbrace thee in his mercy.
And then if thou come in, never Consider what thy Sins have been, if thou come in, God will embrace thee in his mercy.
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Thy sins are all as a spark of fire that falls into the Ocean, that is drowned presently;
Thy Sins Are all as a spark of fire that falls into the Ocean, that is drowned presently;
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so are thy sins in the Ocean of Gods mercy.
so Are thy Sins in the Ocean of God's mercy.
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There is not more light in the Sun, there is not more water in the Sea,
There is not more Light in the Sun, there is not more water in the Sea,
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then there is mercy in the Father of mercy, whose bowels are opened to thee if thou be weary of thy sinful courses,
then there is mercy in the Father of mercy, whose bowels Are opened to thee if thou be weary of thy sinful courses,
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and come in, and imbrace mercy. In the Tabernacle (we know) there was a mercy Seat: we call it a propitiatory:
and come in, and embrace mercy. In the Tabernacle (we know) there was a mercy Seat: we call it a propitiatory:
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In the Ark, which this mercy Seat covered, was the Law: now in the Law, there were curses against all sinners.
In the Ark, which this mercy Seat covered, was the Law: now in the Law, there were curses against all Sinners.
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The Mercy-Seat was a Type of Christ, covering the Law, covering the curse: though thou be guilty of the curse a thousand times, God in Christ is merciful.
The Mercy-Seat was a Type of christ, covering the Law, covering the curse: though thou be guilty of the curse a thousand times, God in christ is merciful.
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Christ is the Mercy Seat, come to God in Christ, there is mercy in Israel notwithstanding thy great sins.
christ is the Mercy Seat, come to God in christ, there is mercy in Israel notwithstanding thy great Sins.
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If we cast away a purpose of living in sin, and cast away our weapons,
If we cast away a purpose of living in since, and cast away our weapons,
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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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and submit our selves to him, he is the Father of mercies, that is, he is merciful from himself, he is the spring of them,
and submit our selves to him, he is the Father of Mercies, that is, he is merciful from himself, he is the spring of them,
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and hath them from his own bowels: they are free mercies, because he is the Father of them.
and hath them from his own bowels: they Are free Mercies, Because he is the Father of them.
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For he is just by our fault, he is severe from us, he takes occasion from our sins,
For he is just by our fault, he is severe from us, he Takes occasion from our Sins,
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but he is merciful from his own bowels: he is good from himself, we provoke him to be severe, and just:
but he is merciful from his own bowels: he is good from himself, we provoke him to be severe, and just:
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therefore be we never so miserable in regard of sin, and the fruits of sin,
Therefore be we never so miserable in regard of since, and the fruits of since,
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yet he is the Father of mercy, of free mercy, mercy from himself, mercy pleaseth him, Micah 7. he is delighted in it.
yet he is the Father of mercy, of free mercy, mercy from himself, mercy Pleases him, micah 7. he is delighted in it.
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Now that which is natural comes easily, as water from the fountain comes without violence, and heat from the fire comes without any violence, because it is natural.
Now that which is natural comes Easily, as water from the fountain comes without violence, and heat from the fire comes without any violence, Because it is natural.
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A Mother pitties her child, because it is natural;
A Mother pities her child, Because it is natural;
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there is a sweet instinct of nature, that moves and pricks forward nature to that affection of love that she bears to her child.
there is a sweet instinct of nature, that moves and pricks forward nature to that affection of love that she bears to her child.
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So it is with God, it is nature in him to be merciful to his, because they are his; Mercy is his nature:
So it is with God, it is nature in him to be merciful to his, Because they Are his; Mercy is his nature:
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we are his, we being his, his nature being merciful, he will be merciful to all that are his, to such as repent of their sins,
we Are his, we being his, his nature being merciful, he will be merciful to all that Are his, to such as Repent of their Sins,
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and lay hold of his mercy by a true faith.
and lay hold of his mercy by a true faith.
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His word shewes likewise his mercy, there is not one attribute set down more in Scripture then mercy, it is the name whereby he will be known, Exod. 34. where he describes it, and tells us his name:
His word shows likewise his mercy, there is not one attribute Set down more in Scripture then mercy, it is the name whereby he will be known, Exod 34. where he describes it, and tells us his name:
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what is the name of God? his long suffering, and mercy, &c. there is a long description of of God in that place, David in Psal. 3. (besides that which is in every Prophet almost) hath the fame description of God, to comfort Gods people in his time, in Psal. 86. 103. 145. there is the same description of God as there is in Moses, he is merciful and long suffering &c. he describes himself to be so,
what is the name of God? his long suffering, and mercy, etc. there is a long description of of God in that place, David in Psalm 3. (beside that which is in every Prophet almost) hath the fame description of God, to Comfort God's people in his time, in Psalm 86. 103. 145. there is the same description of God as there is in Moses, he is merciful and long suffering etc. he describes himself to be so,
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and his promises are promises of mercy; At what time soever a sinner repents, and without limitation of sins;
and his promises Are promises of mercy; At what time soever a sinner repents, and without limitation of Sins;
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all sins shall be forgiven, the blood of Christ purgeth us from all sin. If there be no limitation of persons whomsoever, of sins whatsoever, or of time whensoever;
all Sins shall be forgiven, the blood of christ Purgeth us from all since. If there be no limitation of Persons whomsoever, of Sins whatsoever, or of time whensoever;
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here is a ground that we should never despair; God is the Father of mercies.
Here is a ground that we should never despair; God is the Father of Mercies.
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It is excellent that the Prophet hath in Isai. 55. 7. to prevent the thoughts of a dejected soul:
It is excellent that the Prophet hath in Isaiah 55. 7. to prevent the thoughts of a dejected soul:
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I, but I have abused mercy a long time, I have lived in sin, and committed great sins,
I, but I have abused mercy a long time, I have lived in since, and committed great Sins,
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well notwithstanding that, (see how he answers it) My thoughts are not your thoughts; you are vindictive:
well notwithstanding that, (see how he answers it) My thoughts Are not your thoughts; you Are vindictive:
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if a man offend you, you are ready to aggravate the fault, and to take revenge &c. But my thoughts are not as your thoughts,
if a man offend you, you Are ready to aggravate the fault, and to take revenge etc. But my thoughts Are not as your thoughts,
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nor my wayes as your wayes saith the Lord:nor my ways as your ways Says the Lord:
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for as far as the heaven is above the earth, so are my thoughts above your thoughts, for as Far as the heaven is above the earth, so Are my thoughts above your thoughts,
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and my wayes above your wayes. We have narrow poor thoughts of mercy, because we our selves are given to revenge,and my ways above your ways. We have narrow poor thoughts of mercy, Because we our selves Are given to revenge,
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and we are ready when we think of our sins to say, can God forgive them? can God be merciful to such? &c. My thoughts are not as your thoughts,
and we Are ready when we think of our Sins to say, can God forgive them? can God be merciful to such? etc. My thoughts Are not as your thoughts,
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nor my wayes as your wayes. It is good to consider this, and it is a sweet meditation:nor my ways as your ways. It is good to Consider this, and it is a sweet meditation:
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for the time undoubtedly will come, that unlesse Gods mercy and Gods thoughts should be as him self is, infinite,
for the time undoubtedly will come, that unless God's mercy and God's thoughts should be as him self is, infinite,
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unlesse his wayes should be infinitly above our wayes, and his thoughts infinitly above ours in mercy:
unless his ways should be infinitely above our ways, and his thoughts infinitely above ours in mercy:
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certainly the soul would receive no comfort.
Certainly the soul would receive no Comfort.
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The soul of a Christian, acquainted with the word of God, knows, that Gods mercy is,
The soul of a Christian, acquainted with the word of God, knows, that God's mercy is,
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as himself is, infinite, and his thoughts this way, are, as himself is, infinite: Therefore the Scripture sets down the mercies of God, by all dimensions:
as himself is, infinite, and his thoughts this Way, Are, as himself is, infinite: Therefore the Scripture sets down the Mercies of God, by all dimensions:
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There is the depth of Wisedom, but when he comes to speak of love and mercy,
There is the depth of Wisdom, but when he comes to speak of love and mercy,
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as it is in Ephes. 3. Oh the depth, and bredth, and height of this!
as it is in Ephesians 3. O the depth, and breadth, and height of this!
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Indeed for height, it is higher then the heavens, for depth, it fetcheth the soul from the nether most-deep:
Indeed for height, it is higher then the heavens, for depth, it Fetches the soul from the neither most-deep:
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we have deep miserie, (out of the deep Icryed to thee) yet notwithstanding his mercy is deeper then our misery.
we have deep misery, (out of the deep Icryed to thee) yet notwithstanding his mercy is Deeper then our misery.
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O the depth of his mercy!
O the depth of his mercy!
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there is a depth of mercy deeper, then any misery or rebellion of ours, though we have sunk deep in rebellion.
there is a depth of mercy Deeper, then any misery or rebellion of ours, though we have sunk deep in rebellion.
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And for the extent ofthem (as I said before) his mercy is over all his workes, it extends to the utmost parts of the earth.
And for the extent ofthem (as I said before) his mercy is over all his works, it extends to the utmost parts of the earth.
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The scripture doth wonderfully enlarge his mercie, beyond all dimensions whatsoever. These things are to good purpose:
The scripture does wonderfully enlarge his mercy, beyond all dimensions whatsoever. These things Are to good purpose:
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and it is a mercy to us, that he sets forth himself in mercy in his word;
and it is a mercy to us, that he sets forth himself in mercy in his word;
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because the soul, sometime or other when it is awakned, (as every one that God delights in is awakened first or last) it needs all this, it is all little enough.
Because the soul, sometime or other when it is awakened, (as every one that God delights in is awakened First or last) it needs all this, it is all little enough.
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God is merciful to those that are heavy laden, that feel the burden of their sins upon their souls, such as are touched with the sence of their sins, God still meets them half way, he is more ready to pardon,
God is merciful to those that Are heavy laden, that feel the burden of their Sins upon their Souls, such as Are touched with the sense of their Sins, God still meets them half Way, he is more ready to pardon,
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then they are to ask mercy.
then they Are to ask mercy.
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As we see in the prodigall, when he had wasted all, when he was as low as a man could be,
As we see in the prodigal, when he had wasted all, when he was as low as a man could be,
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when he was come to huskes, and when he had despised his fathers admonition:
when he was come to husks, and when he had despised his Father's admonition:
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yet upon resolution to return, when he was stung with the sence of his sins, his father meets him and entertains him;
yet upon resolution to return, when he was stung with the sense of his Sins, his father meets him and entertains him;
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he upbraids him not with his sin.
he upbraids him not with his since.
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Take sin, with all the aggravations we can, yet if we repent, and resolve uppon new courses, there is comfort,
Take since, with all the aggravations we can, yet if we Repent, and resolve upon new courses, there is Comfort,
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though we relapse into sin again, and again; if we must pardon 10. times 7. times, as Christ saith;
though we relapse into since again, and again; if we must pardon 10. times 7. times, as christ Says;
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certainly there cannot be more mercy in the Cistern, then there is in the fountain:
Certainly there cannot be more mercy in the Cistern, then there is in the fountain:
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there cannot be more mercy in us, then there is in the Father of mercies as God is.
there cannot be more mercy in us, then there is in the Father of Mercies as God is.
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Take sin in the aggravations, in the greatnesse of it, Manasses sin, Peters, denying of his Master, the thief on the crosse,
Take since in the aggravations, in the greatness of it, Manasses since, Peter's, denying of his Master, the thief on the cross,
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and Pauls persecution, take sin as great as you will, he is the father of mercies. If we consider that God is infinite in mercy,
and Paul's persecution, take since as great as you will, he is the father of Mercies. If we Consider that God is infinite in mercy,
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and that the scripture reveals him as the Father of mercies, there is no question,
and that the scripture reveals him as the Father of Mercies, there is no question,
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but there is abundance, a world of comfort to any distressed soul that is ready to cast it self on Gods mercy.
but there is abundance, a world of Comfort to any distressed soul that is ready to cast it self on God's mercy.
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For those that are converted that are in the state of Grace. Is God the father of mercies.
For those that Are converted that Are in the state of Grace. Is God the father of Mercies.
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Let this stir us up to imbrace mercy, every day to live by mercy, to plead mercy with God in our daily breaches:
Let this stir us up to embrace mercy, every day to live by mercy, to plead mercy with God in our daily Breaches:
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to love and fear God, because there is mercy with him that he might be feared. It is a harder matter to make a daily sweet use of this then it is taken for.
to love and Fear God, Because there is mercy with him that he might be feared. It is a harder matter to make a daily sweet use of this then it is taken for.
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Those that are the fittest subjects for mercy, they think themselves furthest off from mercy. Come to a broken soul, who is catched in the snare;
Those that Are the Fittest subject's for mercy, they think themselves furthest off from mercy. Come to a broken soul, who is catched in the snare;
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whose conscience is on the rack, he thinks, alas there is no mercy for me, I have been such a sinner, God hath shewed me mercy before,
whose conscience is on the rack, he thinks, alas there is no mercy for me, I have been such a sinner, God hath showed me mercy before,
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those that are the subjects of mercy, that are the nearest to mercy, when their conscience is awakned they think themselves furthest off,
those that Are the subject's of mercy, that Are the nearest to mercy, when their conscience is awakened they think themselves furthest off,
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and we have need to presse abundance of mercy, and all little enough to set the soul in frame.
and we have need to press abundance of mercy, and all little enough to Set the soul in frame.
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There is none of us all, but we shall see a necessity of pressing this one time or other, before we die.
There is none of us all, but we shall see a necessity of pressing this one time or other, before we die.
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David when he had sinned, he knew well enough that God was merciful, oh, but it was not a slight mercy that would satisfie him,David when he had sinned, he knew well enough that God was merciful, o, but it was not a slight mercy that would satisfy him,
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as we see Psal. 51. how he presseth upon God for mercy, and will a little serve him? No, according to thy abundant mercy, he presseth mercy,
as we see Psalm 51. how he Presseth upon God for mercy, and will a little serve him? No, according to thy abundant mercy, he Presseth mercy,
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and abundance of mercy, a multitude of mercies, and unlesse he had seen infinite mercy, abundant mercy in God,
and abundance of mercy, a multitude of Mercies, and unless he had seen infinite mercy, abundant mercy in God,
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when his conscience was awaked with the foulness of his sin:
when his conscience was awaked with the foulness of his since:
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there being such a crie for vengeance, his sinne called and cried, if the blood of Christ had not cried above it, mercie, mercie, and abundance of mercy, multitudes of compassion, the soule of David would not have been stilled.
there being such a cry for vengeance, his sin called and cried, if the blood of christ had not cried above it, mercy, mercy, and abundance of mercy, Multitudes of compassion, the soul of David would not have been stilled.
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So other Saints of God, when they have considered the foulnesse of sin, how odious it is to God, they could not be quieted and comforted,
So other Saints of God, when they have considered the foulness of since, how odious it is to God, they could not be quieted and comforted,
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but that they saw mercie, and abundance of mercie.
but that they saw mercy, and abundance of mercy.
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As the Apostle St. Peter saith, 1 Pet. 1. 3. Blessed be God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who of his abundant mercie hath begotten us again to a lively hope, by the resurrection of Jesus Christ, to an inheritance, immortall, &c. God is the Father of mercies.
As the Apostle Saint Peter Says, 1 Pet. 1. 3. Blessed be God the Father of our Lord jesus christ, who of his abundant mercy hath begotten us again to a lively hope, by the resurrection of jesus christ, to an inheritance, immortal, etc. God is the Father of Mercies.
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For faith will not have sufficient footing, but in infinite mercy, in the time of despaire, in the time of torment of conscience, in the time of desertion it must be mercie,
For faith will not have sufficient footing, but in infinite mercy, in the time of despair, in the time of torment of conscience, in the time of desertion it must be mercy,
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and the Father of mercies, and multitudes of compassions, and bowels of love, and all little enough for faith to fix on, the faith of a conscience on the rack;
and the Father of Mercies, and Multitudes of compassions, and bowels of love, and all little enough for faith to fix on, the faith of a conscience on the rack;
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but when faith considers of God set out (not as Satan sets him forth, a God of vengeance, a consuming fire,
but when faith considers of God Set out (not as Satan sets him forth, a God of vengeance, a consuming fire,
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when faith considers God) pictured out in the Gospel, it sees him the Father of Christ,
when faith considers God) pictured out in the Gospel, it sees him the Father of christ,
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and our Father, and the Father of mercies and God of comfort; faith seeing infinite mercy in an infinite God;
and our Father, and the Father of Mercies and God of Comfort; faith seeing infinite mercy in an infinite God;
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and seeing mercy triumph against Justice, and all other attributes, here faith hath some footing, and staies it selfe, or else the converted, sanctified soul, seeing the odiousnesse of sinne,
and seeing mercy triumph against justice, and all other attributes, Here faith hath Some footing, and stays it self, or Else the converted, sanctified soul, seeing the odiousness of sin,
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and the clamorousness of sinne, such that it will not be satisfied, but with abundant mercy,
and the clamorousness of sin, such that it will not be satisfied, but with abundant mercy,
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and God must be presented to it as a father of mercie and compassion before it can have peace.
and God must be presented to it as a father of mercy and compassion before it can have peace.
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Therefore if so be at any time our conscience be awakened, and the Devill layes hard to us, let us think of God as he hath made himself knowne in his Word,
Therefore if so be At any time our conscience be awakened, and the devil lays hard to us, let us think of God as he hath made himself known in his Word,
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as a Father of mercies and God of comfort, represent him to our soules, as he represents himself in his Word.
as a Father of Mercies and God of Comfort, represent him to our Souls, as he represents himself in his Word.
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Times of desertion, when we seeme to be forsaken of God, will enforce this:
Times of desertion, when we seem to be forsaken of God, will enforce this:
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times of desertion will come, when the soul will think God hath forgotten to be merciful,
times of desertion will come, when the soul will think God hath forgotten to be merciful,
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and hath shut up his love in displeasure;
and hath shut up his love in displeasure;
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oh no, he is the Father of mercie he never shuts up his bowels altogether, he never stops the spring of his mercie.
o no, he is the Father of mercy he never shuts up his bowels altogether, he never stops the spring of his mercy.
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He doth to our feeling, but it is his mercie that he doth that, it is his mercie that he hinders the sence of mercy;
He does to our feeling, but it is his mercy that he does that, it is his mercy that he hinders the sense of mercy;
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he doth that in mercy, it is to make us more capable of mercie afterward.
he does that in mercy, it is to make us more capable of mercy afterwards.
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Therefore saith the Father, when he comes to us in his love, and the sence of it, it is for our good:
Therefore Says the Father, when he comes to us in his love, and the sense of it, it is for our good:
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and when he takes the sence of his love from us, it is for our good;
and when he Takes the sense of his love from us, it is for our good;
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for when he takes away the sence of his love from us, it is to enlarge our soules to be more capable of mercie after, to prize it more, to walk warily,
for when he Takes away the sense of his love from us, it is to enlarge our Souls to be more capable of mercy After, to prize it more, to walk warily,
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and jealously, to look to our corruptions better: Therefore in the time of desertion think of this, when God seemes to forget us.
and jealously, to look to our corruptions better: Therefore in the time of desertion think of this, when God seems to forget us.
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Can a Mother forget her Child? Isa. 49. 15. Suppose she should be so unnatural as to do it (which can hardly be believed) that a Mother should forget her child, Yet notwithstanding I will not forget you; Can a Mother forget her Child? Isaiah 49. 15. Suppose she should be so unnatural as to do it (which can hardly be believed) that a Mother should forget her child, Yet notwithstanding I will not forget you;
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you are written upon the palmes of my hands, that is, I have you alway in my eye.
you Are written upon the palms of my hands, that is, I have you always in my eye.
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So that if there were no mercies to be found in nature, no bowels to be found in a Mother (where usually they are most abundant) yet notwithstanding there is mercie to be found in the Father of Mercies still:
So that if there were no Mercies to be found in nature, no bowels to be found in a Mother (where usually they Are most abundant) yet notwithstanding there is mercy to be found in the Father of mercies still:
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Therefore in such times let us make use of this. And another thing that we ought to learne hence is this;
Therefore in such times let us make use of this. And Another thing that we ought to Learn hence is this;
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if God be so in Christ Jesus (for we must alway put that in) for he is mercifull with satisfaction,
if God be so in christ jesus (for we must always put that in) for he is merciful with satisfaction,
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and yet it is his mercie that he would admit of satisfaction; his mercy devised a way to content justice;
and yet it is his mercy that he would admit of satisfaction; his mercy devised a Way to content Justice;
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his mercy set all on work: mercy is above justice in the work of Salvation:
his mercy Set all on work: mercy is above Justice in the work of Salvation:
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justice hath received contentment from mercy, (but that by the way) to make us have higher thoughts of mercy,
Justice hath received contentment from mercy, (but that by the Way) to make us have higher thoughts of mercy,
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then any other attribute of God in the Doctrine of the Gospel, in that Kingdom of Christ:
then any other attribute of God in the Doctrine of the Gospel, in that Kingdom of christ:
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it is a Kingdom of Grace and mercy, if we have hearts to imbrace it.
it is a Kingdom of Grace and mercy, if we have hearts to embrace it.
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Let this incourage us to come to God, and to cast our selves into the arms of this merciful Father,
Let this encourage us to come to God, and to cast our selves into the arms of this merciful Father,
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If we have lived in other courses before, let the mercy of God work upon our souls.
If we have lived in other courses before, let the mercy of God work upon our Souls.
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In Rom. 2. it is pressed there excellently; This mercy of God should lead us to repentance, it should encourage us.
In Rom. 2. it is pressed there excellently; This mercy of God should led us to Repentance, it should encourage us.
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What makes a Thief, or a Traitor come in, when there is proclamation out against him? If there be a pardon sent after him, it makes him come in,
What makes a Thief, or a Traitor come in, when there is proclamation out against him? If there be a pardon sent After him, it makes him come in,
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or else he runs out still further and further, while the hue and cry pursues him;
or Else he runs out still further and further, while the hue and cry pursues him;
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but hope of mercy and pardon will bring him in again.
but hope of mercy and pardon will bring him in again.
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So it is that that brings us in again to God, the very hope of mercy and pardon;
So it is that that brings us in again to God, the very hope of mercy and pardon;
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if we be never so ill, or have been never so ill:
if we be never so ill, or have been never so ill:
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do not put off, but take this day now, Now is the time, now while it is called to day, take the present time.
do not put off, but take this day now, Now is the time, now while it is called to day, take the present time.
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Here is our error, if God be the Father of mercy, I will cry him mercy at the hour of death.
Here is our error, if God be the Father of mercy, I will cry him mercy At the hour of death.
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I, thou maiest go to hell with mercy in thy mouth: he is merciful to those that truly repent;
I, thou Mayest go to hell with mercy in thy Mouth: he is merciful to those that truly Repent;
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but how dost thou know that thy repentance on thy death-bed will be true? It is not sorrow for sicknesse, and grief for death: and fear of that:
but how dost thou know that thy Repentance on thy deathbed will be true? It is not sorrow for sickness, and grief for death: and Fear of that:
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but there must be a hatred of sin:
but there must be a hatred of since:
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and how shall conscience tell thee now thou hast repented, that it is a hating of thy sinful courses, rather then the fear of damnation? that is rather from the sence of grief.
and how shall conscience tell thee now thou hast repented, that it is a hating of thy sinful courses, rather then the Fear of damnation? that is rather from the sense of grief.
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Conscience will hardly be comforted in this, for it will upbraid; I, now, now you would have mercy.
Conscience will hardly be comforted in this, for it will upbraid; I, now, now you would have mercy.
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We see by many that have recovered again, that have promised great matters in their sicknesse, that it is hypocritical Repentance,
We see by many that have recovered again, that have promised great matters in their sickness, that it is hypocritical Repentance,
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for they have been worse after then they were before.
for they have been Worse After then they were before.
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It is not a sufficient matter to yeeld thee comfort, that thou art much humbled in thy sicknesse,
It is not a sufficient matter to yield thee Comfort, that thou art much humbled in thy sickness,
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and at the hour of death:
and At the hour of death:
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for it is hard for thee to determine whether it be true Repentance, or meer sorrow for sin as it brings judgement.
for it is hard for thee to determine whither it be true Repentance, or mere sorrow for since as it brings judgement.
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Fear of damnation is not sufficient to bring a man to heaven, thy nature must be changed before thou come to heaven;
fear of damnation is not sufficient to bring a man to heaven, thy nature must be changed before thou come to heaven;
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thou must love Righteousnesse because it is Righteousnesse, thou must love God because he is good, thou must hate sin because it is sin.
thou must love Righteousness Because it is Righteousness, thou must love God Because he is good, thou must hate since Because it is since.
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How canst thou tell, when thou hast been naught before affliction, whether affliction have wrought this, that thou repentest only out of hatred of judgement to shun that,
How Canst thou tell, when thou hast been nought before affliction, whither affliction have wrought this, that thou Repentest only out of hatred of judgement to shun that,
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or out of hatred of sin, because it is sin? Therefore now a little repentance in thy health,
or out of hatred of since, Because it is since? Therefore now a little Repentance in thy health,
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and in the enjoying of thy prosperity;
and in the enjoying of thy Prosperity;
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a little hatred of ill wayes now, will more comfort thee, then a thousand times more prayer, and striving will then.
a little hatred of ill ways now, will more Comfort thee, then a thousand times more prayer, and striving will then.
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Although if thou canst do it truly then, yet the gate of mercy is open, but thy heart will scarce say it is truly done, because it is forced.
Although if thou Canst do it truly then, yet the gate of mercy is open, but thy heart will scarce say it is truly done, Because it is forced.
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Then again, perhaps, thou shalt not have the honour of it, thou shalt not have the mercy:
Then again, perhaps, thou shalt not have the honour of it, thou shalt not have the mercy:
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thou that hast refused mercy and lived in a loose prophane course, thou that hast despised mercy all the while, God will not honour thee so much,
thou that hast refused mercy and lived in a lose profane course, thou that hast despised mercy all the while, God will not honour thee so much,
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as to have a good word, or a sorrowful word, that even very grief shall not extort it from thee:
as to have a good word, or a sorrowful word, that even very grief shall not extort it from thee:
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but as thou hast forgotten God in thy life, and wouldest not own his admonitions, thou shalt forget thy self in death,
but as thou hast forgotten God in thy life, and Wouldst not own his admonitions, thou shalt forget thy self in death,
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and be taken away suddenly, or else with some violent disease, that shal take away the use of the parts that God hath given thee,
and be taken away suddenly, or Else with Some violent disease, that shall take away the use of the parts that God hath given thee,
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as inflammation of the Spirits or the like, that shall take away the use of sound reason.
as inflammation of the Spirits or the like, that shall take away the use of found reason.
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It is madnesse and no better to live as the most live, to cry God is merciful, &c. thou mayest go to hell for all that:
It is madness and no better to live as the most live, to cry God is merciful, etc. thou Mayest go to hell for all that:
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repentance must be from a true hatred of sin: and that that must comfort thee, must be a disposition for the present: for then it is unforced.
Repentance must be from a true hatred of since: and that that must Comfort thee, must be a disposition for the present: for then it is unforced.
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Therefore all these sweet comforts are to you that come in, and leave your wicked courses;
Therefore all these sweet comforts Are to you that come in, and leave your wicked courses;
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if you have been swearers, to swear no more;
if you have been swearers, to swear no more;
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if you have been deceivers, to deceive no more, if you have been licentious, to be so no more:
if you have been deceivers, to deceive no more, if you have been licentious, to be so no more:
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or else this one thing (think of it) that you now dawbe your conscience withall,
or Else this one thing (think of it) that you now daub your conscience withal,
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and go on in sin with that will be the most terror to you, even Mercy: nothing will vex you so much as mercy afterward.
and go on in since with that will be the most terror to you, even Mercy: nothing will vex you so much as mercy afterwards.
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Then thon shalt think with thy self, I have heard comfortable of the promises, and of the nature of God,
Then thon shalt think with thy self, I have herd comfortable of the promises, and of the nature of God,
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but I put off and despised all, I regarded my sinful courses more then the mercy of God in Christ, they were sweeter to me then mercy.
but I put off and despised all, I regarded my sinful courses more then the mercy of God in christ, they were Sweeten to me then mercy.
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I lived in sins (out of the abundance of prophanenesse) that did me no good, I lived in sins, (out of the superfluity of prophanenesse) that I had neither profit nor pleasure by, and neglected mercy.
I lived in Sins (out of the abundance of profaneness) that did me no good, I lived in Sins, (out of the superfluity of profaneness) that I had neither profit nor pleasure by, and neglected mercy.
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The consideration of mercy neglected, with the continuing in a wretched course, it will more aggravate the souls torment.
The consideration of mercy neglected, with the Continuing in a wretched course, it will more aggravate the Souls torment.
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Let us be incouraged to come in;
Let us be encouraged to come in;
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such as intend to leave their sinfull courses, let them remember, that then they come to a Father of mercy.
such as intend to leave their sinful courses, let them Remember, that then they come to a Father of mercy.
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that is more ready to pardon, then you are to ask it:
that is more ready to pardon, then you Are to ask it:
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As you see in the prodigal Son (which I instanced in before) it is a notable sweet Story.
As you see in the prodigal Son (which I instanced in before) it is a notable sweet Story.
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I have a Father (saith he) when he had spent all, and was come to Huskes.
I have a Father (Says he) when he had spent all, and was come to Husks.
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Affliction is a notable means to make us to taste and relish mercy:
Affliction is a notable means to make us to taste and relish mercy:
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I have a father, and there is plenty in his house, and he comes and confesseth his sin;
I have a father, and there is plenty in his house, and he comes and Confesses his since;
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he had no sooner resolved, but his Father (he doth not stay for him, but) he meets him and kisseth him.
he had no sooner resolved, but his Father (he does not stay for him, but) he meets him and Kisses him.
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Let us consider of this description of God the Father of mercy;
Let us Consider of this description of God the Father of mercy;
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it should move any that are in ill and lewd courses before, In my Fathers house there are good things, and in his heart there are bowels of mercy;
it should move any that Are in ill and lewd courses before, In my Father's house there Are good things, and in his heart there Are bowels of mercy;
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I have a Father, and a Father of mercy, I will go home, and submit my self to him,
I have a Father, and a Father of mercy, I will go home, and submit my self to him,
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and say to him, I have been thus and thus, but I will be so no more;
and say to him, I have been thus and thus, but I will be so no more;
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you shall find that God by his Spirit will be readier to meet you, then you are to cast your selves at the feet of his mercy,
you shall find that God by his Spirit will be Readier to meet you, then you Are to cast your selves At the feet of his mercy,
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and into the armes of his mercie: he will come and meet you, and kisse you;
and into the arms of his mercy: he will come and meet you, and kiss you;
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you shall find much comfort upon your resolution to come in, if it be a sound resolution.
you shall find much Comfort upon your resolution to come in, if it be a found resolution.
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The son fears his Fathers displeasure: but saith the Father, My thoughts are not as your thoughts.
The son fears his Father's displeasure: but Says the Father, My thoughts Are not as your thoughts.
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Oh! I fear he will not receive me: yes, yes, he is willing to imbrace you, mercy pleaseth him;
Oh! I Fear he will not receive me: yes, yes, he is willing to embrace you, mercy Pleases him;
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and why will you perish O house of Israel. Againe, God is the Father of mercies. and why will you perish Oh house of Israel. Again, God is the Father of Mercies.
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This should stirre us up to an imitation of this our gratious Father:
This should stir us up to an imitation of this our gracious Father:
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for every Father begets to his owne likeness, and all the sons of this Father are like the Father, they are mercifull, The Kings of Israel are merciful Kings, saith the Heathen King Benhadad, and the God of Israel is a mercifull God,
for every Father begets to his own likeness, and all the Sons of this Father Are like the Father, they Are merciful, The Kings of Israel Are merciful Kings, Says the Heathen King Benhadad, and the God of Israel is a merciful God,
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and all that are under God are mercifull; his sons are mercifull as their heavenly father is mercifull.
and all that Are under God Are merciful; his Sons Are merciful as their heavenly father is merciful.
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Therefore if we would make it good to our own hearts, and the opinion and judgement of others of us, that we are children of this mercifull Father, we must put on bowels of mercie our selves,
Therefore if we would make it good to our own hearts, and the opinion and judgement of Others of us, that we Are children of this merciful Father, we must put on bowels of mercy our selves,
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as in Colos. 3. 2. Now therefore as the Elect of God, as you will make it good that God hath elected you, put on the bowels of mercie.
as in Colos 3. 2. Now Therefore as the Elect of God, as you will make it good that God hath elected you, put on the bowels of mercy.
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Whatsoever we have from God, it comes in the respect of a mercie, and so it should doe from Gods Children, every thing that comes from them to them that are in miserie, it should be a mercy, they should not only bestow the thing,
Whatsoever we have from God, it comes in the respect of a mercy, and so it should do from God's Children, every thing that comes from them to them that Are in misery, it should be a mercy, they should not only bestow the thing,
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but a sweet mercy with the thing, a child of God he poures out his bowels to his Brother,
but a sweet mercy with the thing, a child of God he pours out his bowels to his Brother,
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as Esay saith, Poure out thy bowels, &c. There is some bowels, that is, there is an affection in Gods Children, they give not onely the thing, the reliefe,
as Isaiah Says, Pour out thy bowels, etc. There is Some bowels, that is, there is an affection in God's Children, they give not only the thing, the relief,
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but mercie with it, that hath a sweet report to the soule: there is pittie, that more comforts a sanctified soule, then the thing it selfe:
but mercy with it, that hath a sweet report to the soul: there is pity, that more comforts a sanctified soul, then the thing it self:
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We must not doe workes of mercie proudly, it is not the thing that God stands on,
We must not do works of mercy proudly, it is not the thing that God Stands on,
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but the affection in the thing, his benefits are with a fatherly pittie, so should ours be with a pittifull respect, with a tender heart.
but the affection in the thing, his benefits Are with a fatherly pity, so should ours be with a pitiful respect, with a tender heart.
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The very mercies of the wicked are cruell. The very Mercies of the wicked Are cruel.
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If they be mercifull, there is some pride of spirit, there is some tast of a hard heart, of an hypocriticall spirit, somewhat is not as it should be, their mercies are not mercies, we must in our mercie imitate the Father of mercies.
If they be merciful, there is Some pride of Spirit, there is Some taste of a hard heart, of an hypocritical Spirit, somewhat is not as it should be, their Mercies Are not Mercies, we must in our mercy imitate the Father of Mercies.
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Alas it is the fault of our time, there is little mercie to those that are in miserie.
Alas it is the fault of our time, there is little mercy to those that Are in misery.
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What a cruell thing is it, that so many (I would I could say Christian soules, I cannot say so (but) they are a company of men that have the Image of God upon them:
What a cruel thing is it, that so many (I would I could say Christian Souls, I cannot say so (but) they Are a company of men that have the Image of God upon them:
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men that live miserable poor, such as for ought I know) Gods mercie hath purchased with the blood of his Son,
men that live miserable poor, such as for ought I know) God's mercy hath purchased with the blood of his Son,
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& may belong to Gods Kingdome:
& may belong to God's Kingdom:
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They have the Image of God upon them, yet they live without lawes, without Church, without Common-wealth, irregular persons;
They have the Image of God upon them, yet they live without laws, without Church, without Commonwealth, irregular Persons;
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that have no order taken for them, or not executed at the least, to repress the sturdie of them,
that have no order taken for them, or not executed At the least, to repress the sturdy of them,
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and to relieve those that are to be relieved for age or impotencie.
and to relieve those that Are to be relieved for age or impotency.
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It is a pittifull thing, and a foule blemish to this Common-wealth, and will bring some ill upon wealth,
It is a pitiful thing, and a foul blemish to this Commonwealth, and will bring Some ill upon wealth,
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and plague it from such irregular persons, he will plague the Common-wealth for such enormities.
and plague it from such irregular Persons, he will plague the Commonwealth for such enormities.
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How do they live? As Beasts and worse, they submit themselves to no orders of the Church, they have none, and submit to none.
How do they live? As Beasts and Worse, they submit themselves to no order of the Church, they have none, and submit to none.
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Here is an Obiect of mercy to those that it concernes.
Here is an Object of mercy to those that it concerns.
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And likewise mercie ought to be shewed to the souls of men, as well as to their miserable and wretched estates.
And likewise mercy ought to be showed to the Souls of men, as well as to their miserable and wretched estates.
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Is Poperie Antichristian? what mercy is it to suffer poysoners? what a mercy were it in a common wealth to suffer men that are incendiaries, to have liberty to do what mischief they would? or men that should poyson fountaines,
Is Popery Antichristian? what mercy is it to suffer poisoners? what a mercy were it in a Common wealth to suffer men that Are incendiaries, to have liberty to do what mischief they would? or men that should poison fountains,
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and all that should refresh and nourish men? were this any policy for the body? And is it any policy to suffer those to poison the judgments of people with heresies to God,
and all that should refresh and nourish men? were this any policy for the body? And is it any policy to suffer those to poison the Judgments of people with heresies to God,
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and treason to their Prince? to draw the affections of men from religion, and the state where is mercy all the while?
and treason to their Prince? to draw the affections of men from Religion, and the state where is mercy all the while?
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Oh, it is a mercy to them not to restrain them. Mercy! Is it mercy to the sheep to let the wolves at libertie.
O, it is a mercy to them not to restrain them. Mercy! Is it mercy to the sheep to let the wolves At liberty.
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No, if you will be mercifull, to shew mercy to the souls of these men is to use them hardly, that they may know their error;
No, if you will be merciful, to show mercy to the Souls of these men is to use them hardly, that they may know their error;
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they may now impute the liberty they have to the approbation of their cause, and so they are cruel, not onely to others, but to their own souls.
they may now impute the liberty they have to the approbation of their cause, and so they Are cruel, not only to Others, but to their own Souls.
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I speak this the rather, it may be a seasonable speech at this time, to enforce good lawes this way.
I speak this the rather, it may be a seasonable speech At this time, to enforce good laws this Way.
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It is a great mercy, mercy to the soul, it is the greatest mercy, and so crueltie to the soul is the greatest crueltie that can be.
It is a great mercy, mercy to the soul, it is the greatest mercy, and so cruelty to the soul is the greatest cruelty that can be.
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What should I speak of mercy to others? oh, that we would be merciful to our own souls.
What should I speak of mercy to Others? o, that we would be merciful to our own Souls.
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God is merciful to our souls, he sent his son to visit us from on high, in bowels of compassion, he sent Christ as Zacharie saith:
God is merciful to our Souls, he sent his son to visit us from on high, in bowels of compassion, he sent christ as Zacharias Says:
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How many sinful wretched persons pierce their hearts through with covetousnesse, and other wicked courses that are more dangerous to the soul then poyson is to the body? They stab their souls with cares,
How many sinful wretched Persons pierce their hearts through with covetousness, and other wicked courses that Are more dangerous to the soul then poison is to the body? They stab their Souls with Cares,
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and lusts, and other such kind of courses.
and Lustiest, and other such kind of courses.
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What a mockery is this of God, to ask him mercy, when we will not be merciful to our own souls? and to intreat others to pray for us,
What a mockery is this of God, to ask him mercy, when we will not be merciful to our own Souls? and to entreat Others to pray for us,
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when we will not be merciful to our selves? Shall we go to God for mercy,
when we will not be merciful to our selves? Shall we go to God for mercy,
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when we will not shew mercy to our selves? shall we desire him to spare us,
when we will not show mercy to our selves? shall we desire him to spare us,
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when we will not spare ourselves? It is a mocking of God to come and offer our devotions here,
when we will not spare ourselves? It is a mocking of God to come and offer our devotions Here,
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and come with an intent yet to live in any sin.
and come with an intent yet to live in any since.
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God will not heare us, if we purpose to live in sin, If I regard iniquity in my heart, God will not hear my prayer.
God will not hear us, if we purpose to live in since, If I regard iniquity in my heart, God will not hear my prayer.
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As we ought to be merciful to the souls of others, and to the estates of others,
As we ought to be merciful to the Souls of Others, and to the estates of Others,
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so we should to our own souls.
so we should to our own Souls.
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How can they reform evills abroad, those that are Governours, when they do not care to refomr themselves? can they be merciful to the souls of others, that are cruel to their own? they cannot; Let mercy begin at home.
How can they reform evils abroad, those that Are Governors, when they do not care to refomr themselves? can they be merciful to the Souls of Others, that Are cruel to their own? they cannot; Let mercy begin At home.
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This is that, that the scripture aimes at, mercy, and the right use of it is the way to come to salvation,
This is that, that the scripture aims At, mercy, and the right use of it is the Way to come to salvation,
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and the abuse of it is that that damnes, and they are damned most that abuse mercy.
and the abuse of it is that that damnes, and they Are damned most that abuse mercy.
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Oh the sins against the Gospel will lie upon the conscience another day. The sins against the law, they help with the Gospel to see mercy:
O the Sins against the Gospel will lie upon the conscience Another day. The Sins against the law, they help with the Gospel to see mercy:
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but sins against mercy prefer our sins above mercy;
but Sins against mercy prefer our Sins above mercy;
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and in temptations to despaire, to extenuate mercy, hereafter it will be the very hell of hell, that we have sinned against mercy, that we have not embraced it with faith, that we have not repented to be capable of it.
and in temptations to despair, to extenuate mercy, hereafter it will be the very hell of hell, that we have sinned against mercy, that we have not embraced it with faith, that we have not repented to be capable of it.
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But to end the point with that which is the most proper use of all, which is an use of comfort in all estates, to go to God in all, he is the father of mercy.
But to end the point with that which is the most proper use of all, which is an use of Comfort in all estates, to go to God in all, he is the father of mercy.
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And when all is taken from us in losses and crosses to think, Well;
And when all is taken from us in losses and Crosses to think, Well;
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our fathers may die, and our mothers may die, and our nearest, and dearest friends that have most bowels of pittie may die;
our Father's may die, and our mother's may die, and our nearest, and dearest Friends that have most bowels of pity may die;
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but we have a father of mercy, that hath eternal mercy in him, his mercies are tender mercies,
but we have a father of mercy, that hath Eternal mercy in him, his Mercies Are tender Mercies,
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and everlasting mercies, as himself is. We are everlasting, our souls are immortal;
and everlasting Mercies, as himself is. We Are everlasting, our Souls Are immortal;
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we have an everlasting father, that is the Father of mercies. When all are taken away, God takes not himself away, he is the father of mercy still.
we have an everlasting father, that is the Father of Mercies. When all Are taken away, God Takes not himself away, he is the father of mercy still.
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Now that we may make our selves still capable of mercy, still fit for mercy, let us take this daily course.
Now that we may make our selves still capable of mercy, still fit for mercy, let us take this daily course.
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Let us labour every day, to have broken, and deep souls (as I said before) it is the broken heart that is the vessel that containes mercy, a deeper heart that holds all the mercy; Let us labour every day, to have broken, and deep Souls (as I said before) it is the broken heart that is the vessel that contains mercy, a Deeper heart that holds all the mercy;
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we need therefore to empty our selves by confession of our sins, and search our own thoughts and waies,
we need Therefore to empty our selves by Confessi of our Sins, and search our own thoughts and ways,
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and afflict our souls by repentance, and when we shall be fit objects for God the father of mercie to shed mercy into misery, it is the Load-stone of mercy, misery felt and discerned, and complained of.
and afflict our Souls by Repentance, and when we shall be fit objects for God the father of mercy to shed mercy into misery, it is the Loadstone of mercy, misery felt and discerned, and complained of.
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Let us search and see our misery, our spiritual misery especially: for God begins mercy to the soul in his children, he begins mercy there especially.
Let us search and see our misery, our spiritual misery especially: for God begins mercy to the soul in his children, he begins mercy there especially.
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General mercy he shews to beasts, to all creatures, but speciall mercy begins at the soul.
General mercy he shows to beasts, to all creatures, but special mercy begins At the soul.
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Now I say, misery being the Loadstone of mercy, let us lay before God by confession and humiliation the sores and sins of our souls.
Now I say, misery being the Loadstone of mercy, let us lay before God by Confessi and humiliation the sores and Sins of our Souls.
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And then make use of this mercy every day:
And then make use of this mercy every day:
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for God is not only merciful in pardoning mercy at the first, in forgiving our sins at the first,
for God is not only merciful in pardoning mercy At the First, in forgiving our Sins At the First,
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but every day he is ready to pardon new sins, as it is Lament. 3. He renewes his mercies every day, every morning.
but every day he is ready to pardon new Sins, as it is Lament. 3. He renews his Mercies every day, every morning.
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God renewes his mercies not only for body, but for soul: there is a throne of grace and mercy every day open to go to;
God renews his Mercies not only for body, but for soul: there is a throne of grace and mercy every day open to go to;
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and a Scepter of mercie held out every day to lay hold on, and a fountain for Judah and Jerusalem to wash in every day:
and a Sceptre of mercy held out every day to lay hold on, and a fountain for Judah and Jerusalem to wash in every day:
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it is never stopped up, or drawn dry, the fountain is ever open, the Scepter is ever held forth,
it is never stopped up, or drawn dry, the fountain is ever open, the Sceptre is ever held forth,
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and the throne is ever kept. God keepes not terms; Now the Court of Chancerie is open, and now it is shut:
and the throne is ever kept. God keeps not terms; Now the Court of Chancery is open, and now it is shut:
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but he keepes Court every day: therefore Christ in the Gospel enjoynes us to go to God every day:
but he keeps Court every day: Therefore christ in the Gospel enjoins us to go to God every day:
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every day we say the Lords prayer, forgive us our trespasses, insinuating, that the Court of mercy is kept every day to take out our pardon every day there is a pardon of course taken out, At what time soever a sinner repents, &c.
every day we say the lords prayer, forgive us our Trespasses, insinuating, that the Court of mercy is kept every day to take out our pardon every day there is a pardon of course taken out, At what time soever a sinner repents, etc.
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How shall we improve this mercy every day? Do this, when thou hast made a breach in thy conscience, every day believe this, that God is the Father of mercies, and he may well be merciful now,
How shall we improve this mercy every day? Do this, when thou hast made a breach in thy conscience, every day believe this, that God is the Father of Mercies, and he may well be merciful now,
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because he hath been sufficiently satisfied by the death of Christ, He is the Father of Christ, and the Father of mercies: This do every day.
Because he hath been sufficiently satisfied by the death of christ, He is the Father of christ, and the Father of Mercies: This do every day.
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And withall consider our condition and estate, is a state of dependance, In him we live and move, and have our being;
And withal Consider our condition and estate, is a state of dependence, In him we live and move, and have our being;
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this will force us to mercie, that he would hold us in the same estate we are in,
this will force us to mercy, that he would hold us in the same estate we Are in,
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and go on with the work of grace, that he would uphold us in health, for that depends upon him;
and go on with the work of grace, that he would uphold us in health, for that depends upon him;
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that he would uphold us in peace, for that depends upon him, he is the God of peace: that he would uphold us in comfort and strength, to do good and resist evil, we are in a dependant state and condition in all good of body and soul.
that he would uphold us in peace, for that depends upon him, he is the God of peace: that he would uphold us in Comfort and strength, to do good and resist evil, we Are in a dependant state and condition in all good of body and soul.
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He upholds the whole world, and every particular:
He upholds the Whole world, and every particular:
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let him take away his hand of merciful protection and susteining from us, and we sink presently.
let him take away his hand of merciful protection and sustaining from us, and we sink presently.
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And every day consider, how we are invironed with any danger, remember we have compassing mercies,
And every day Consider, how we Are environed with any danger, Remember we have compassing Mercies,
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as we have compassing dangers, as it is Psal. 32. Mercy compasseth us round about. Every day indeed we have need of mercie, that is the way to have mercy;
as we have compassing dangers, as it is Psalm 32. Mercy Compasseth us round about. Every day indeed we have need of mercy, that is the Way to have mercy;
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here is a fountain of mercie, the Father of mercy, bowels opened: the onely way to use it is to see what need we have of mercie,
Here is a fountain of mercy, the Father of mercy, bowels opened: the only Way to use it is to see what need we have of mercy,
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and to flie to God: to see what need we have in our souls, and in regard of outward estate,
and to fly to God: to see what need we have in our Souls, and in regard of outward estate,
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and to see that our condition is a dependant condition.
and to see that our condition is a dependant condition.
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And lastly, to make a use of thanfulnesse, Blessed be God the Father of mercy, we have the mercie of publick continued peace,
And lastly, to make a use of thanfulnesse, Blessed be God the Father of mercy, we have the mercy of public continued peace,
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when others have war, and their estates are consumed;
when Others have war, and their estates Are consumed;
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blessed be God the Father of mercie, we sit under our own Vines, and under our own figtrees. blessed be God the Father of mercy, we fit under our own Vines, and under our own figtrees.
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If we have any personal mercies, blessed be God the Father of mercies this way:
If we have any personal Mercies, blessed be God the Father of Mercies this Way:
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if he shew mercie to our souls, and pardon our sins, blessed be God the Father of mercies in this kind;
if he show mercy to our Souls, and pardon our Sins, blessed be God the Father of Mercies in this kind;
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that he hath taken us and redeemed us out of that cursed estate, that others walk in that are yet in their sins.
that he hath taken us and redeemed us out of that cursed estate, that Others walk in that Are yet in their Sins.
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it springs from his love, he never at any instant or moment of time forgets his Children,
it springs from his love, he never At any instant or moment of time forgets his Children,
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Oh, it is a mercie, and for this we should have inlarged hearts. And withal consider the fearful estate of others, that God doth not shew mercie to,
O, it is a mercy, and for this we should have enlarged hearts. And withal Consider the fearful estate of Others, that God does not show mercy to,
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and this will make us thankfull.
and this will make us thankful.
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As for instance, if a man would be thankfull, that hath a pardon, let him see another executed, that is broken upon the Wheele,
As for instance, if a man would be thankful, that hath a pardon, let him see Another executed, that is broken upon the Wheel,
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or the Rack, or cut in pieces and tortured, and then he will think, I was in the same estate as this man is, and I am pardoned.
or the Rack, or Cut in Pieces and tortured, and then he will think, I was in the same estate as this man is, and I am pardoned.
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Oh what a gratious Soveraign have I!
O what a gracious Sovereign have I!
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The consideration of the fearefull estate out of mercie, what a fearefull estate those are in, that live in sins against conscience, that they are ready to drop into Hell,
The consideration of the fearful estate out of mercy, what a fearful estate those Are in, that live in Sins against conscience, that they Are ready to drop into Hell,
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when God strikes them with death; if they dye so, what a fearefull estate they are in;
when God strikes them with death; if they die so, what a fearful estate they Are in;
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and that God should give me pardon and grace to enter into another course of life, that though I have not much grace,
and that God should give me pardon and grace to enter into Another course of life, that though I have not much grace,
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yet I know it is true, I am the child of God;
yet I know it is true, I am the child of God;
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the consideration of the miserie of others, in part in this world without repentance, and especially what they shall suffer in Hell;
the consideration of the misery of Others, in part in this world without Repentance, and especially what they shall suffer in Hell;
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to consider the torment of the souls that are not in the state of Grace, this will make us thankfull for mercies,
to Consider the torment of the Souls that Are not in the state of Grace, this will make us thankful for Mercies,
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for pardoning and forgiving mercies, for protecting mercies, that God hath left thousands in the course of nature, going on in a wilfull course of sinne.
for pardoning and forgiving Mercies, for protecting Mercies, that God hath left thousands in the course of nature, going on in a wilful course of sin.
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This is that that the Apostle here practiseth. Blessed be God the Father of mercies. The other stile here is, The God of all comfort.
This is that that the Apostle Here Practiseth. Blessed be God the Father of Mercies. The other style Here is, The God of all Comfort.
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The life of a Christian is a mysterie, as in many respects, so in this, that whereas the flesh in him (though he be not altogether flesh) thinks him to be a man disconsolate:
The life of a Christian is a mystery, as in many respects, so in this, that whereas the Flesh in him (though he be not altogether Flesh) thinks him to be a man disconsolate:
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the spirit finds matter of comfort and glory.
the Spirit finds matter of Comfort and glory.
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From whence the world begins discouragement, and the flesh upbraiding from thence the spirit of God in holy Saint Paul begins matter of glory, they thought him a man neglected of God, because he was afflicted:
From whence the world begins discouragement, and the Flesh upbraiding from thence the Spirit of God in holy Saint Paul begins matter of glory, they Thought him a man neglected of God, Because he was afflicted:
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no, saith he, Blessed be the God of all comfort, our comforts are above our discomforts:
no, Says he, Blessed be the God of all Comfort, our comforts Are above our discomforts:
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As the wisdom of the flesh is enmitie to God, and his spirit in all things:
As the Wisdom of the Flesh is enmity to God, and his Spirit in all things:
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so in this, in the judgment of the cross, for that which is bitterest to the flesh, is sweetest to the spirit.
so in this, in the judgement of the cross, for that which is Bitterest to the Flesh, is Sweetest to the Spirit.
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and to apply comfort to the heart, and to teach us to discourse, and to reason from the Word;
and to apply Comfort to the heart, and to teach us to discourse, and to reason from the Word;
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Saint Paul therefore opposeth his comforts spirituall to his disgraces outward, and because it is unfit to mention any comfort, any good from God, without blessing of him, that is the spring and fountain from whence we have all, he takes occasion, together with the mention of comfort, to blesse God, The God of all comfort.
Saint Paul Therefore Opposeth his comforts spiritual to his disgraces outward, and Because it is unfit to mention any Comfort, any good from God, without blessing of him, that is the spring and fountain from whence we have all, he Takes occasion, together with the mention of Comfort, to bless God, The God of all Comfort.
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The verse contains a wise prevention of scandall at the cross:
The verse contains a wise prevention of scandal At the cross:
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Saint Paul was a man of sorrows, if ever any was (next to Christ himselfe) and that might prevent all scandall at his crosses,
Saint Paul was a man of sorrows, if ever any was (next to christ himself) and that might prevent all scandal At his Crosses,
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and disgracefull afflicted usage, he doth shew his comforts under the cross, which he would not have wanted to have been without his cross:
and disgraceful afflicted usage, he does show his comforts under the cross, which he would not have wanted to have been without his cross:
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therefore he begins here with praysing of God.
Therefore he begins Here with praising of God.
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We praise God for favours, and indeed the comforts he had in his crosses were more then the grievance he had by them,
We praise God for favours, and indeed the comforts he had in his Crosses were more then the grievance he had by them,
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therefore had cause to bless God, Blessed be God, &c. The God of all comfort.
Therefore had cause to bless God, Blessed be God, etc. The God of all Comfort.
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The God of comfort, and the God of (All) comfort we must give Saint Paul leave to be thus large:The God of Comfort, and the God of (All) Comfort we must give Saint Paul leave to be thus large:
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for his heart was full, and a full heart, a full expression:
for his heart was full, and a full heart, a full expression:
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And he speaks not out of books, but from sense, and feeling, though he knew well enough, that God was the Father of mercie,
And he speaks not out of books, but from sense, and feeling, though he knew well enough, that God was the Father of mercy,
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& God of all comfort, that way;& God of all Comfort, that Way;
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yet these be wordsthat come from the heart, come from feeling, rather then from the tongue:
yet these be wordsthat come from the heart, come from feeling, rather then from the tongue:
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they came not from Saint Pauls pen onely, his pen was first dipt in his heart and soule when he wrote this:
they Come not from Saint Paul's pen only, his pen was First dipped in his heart and soul when he wrote this:
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God is the Father of mercie, and God of all comfort, I feele him so, he comforts me in all tribulations. The God of all comfort.God is the Father of mercy, and God of all Comfort, I feel him so, he comforts me in all tribulations. The God of all Comfort.
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To explaine the word a little;
To explain the word a little;
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Comfort is either the thing it selfe, a comfortable outward thing, a blessing of God wherein comfort is hid, Comfort is either the thing it self, a comfortable outward thing, a blessing of God wherein Comfort is hid,
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or else it is reasons; (because a man is an understanding creature) reasons from which comfort is grounded;
or Else it is Reasons; (Because a man is an understanding creature) Reasons from which Comfort is grounded;
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or it is a real comfort inward and spirituall, by the assistance and strength of the Spirit of God, when perhaps there is no outward thing to comfort,
or it is a real Comfort inward and spiritual, by the assistance and strength of the Spirit of God, when perhaps there is no outward thing to Comfort,
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and perhaps reasons and discourse are not present at that time, yet there is a presence of the Spirit that comforts:
and perhaps Reasons and discourse Are not present At that time, yet there is a presence of the Spirit that comforts:
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As we see oft times a man is comforted with the very sight of his friend, without discourse;
As we see oft times a man is comforted with the very sighed of his friend, without discourse;
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and he saith not he doth comfort us in one or two, or a few tribulations,
and he Says not he does Comfort us in one or two, or a few tribulations,
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to a man indued with reason, whose discomforts are spirituall (for the most part) in the soule, the very presence of a man that he loves puts much delight into him What is God then? the God of comfort: his very presence must needs comfort.
to a man endued with reason, whose discomforts Are spiritual (for the most part) in the soul, the very presence of a man that he loves puts much delight into him What is God then? the God of Comfort: his very presence must needs Comfort.
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Comfort is taken many other wayes, but these are the principall, to this purpose. First, Comfort is the thing it selfe, there is comfort in every creature of God,Comfort is taken many other ways, but these Are the principal, to this purpose. First, Comfort is the thing it self, there is Comfort in every creature of God,
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and God is the God of that comfort:
and God is the God of that Comfort:
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In hunger meate comforts, in thirst drink comforts, in cold garments comfort, in want of advice friends comfort,
In hunger meat comforts, in thirst drink comforts, in cold garments Comfort, in want of Advice Friends Comfort,
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and it is a sweet comfort, God is the God of all comfort, of the comfortable things.
and it is a sweet Comfort, God is the God of all Comfort, of the comfortable things.
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But besides the necessary things, every sense hath somewhat to comfort it.
But beside the necessary things, every sense hath somewhat to Comfort it.
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The eye besides ordinary colours hath delightfull colours to behold, and so the eare besides ordinary noise and sounds, it hath musick to delight it:
The eye beside ordinary colours hath delightful colours to behold, and so the ear beside ordinary noise and sounds, it hath music to delight it:
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the smell, besides ordinarie savours, it hath sweet flowers to refresh it, and so every part of the body, besides that which is ordinarie, it hath somewhat to comfort it.
the smell, beside ordinary savours, it hath sweet flowers to refresh it, and so every part of the body, beside that which is ordinary, it hath somewhat to Comfort it.
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Because God is nothing but comfort to his creature, if it be as it should be, he is God of these comforts, the God of all comfort, of the comfort of outward things, of friends, &c.
Because God is nothing but Comfort to his creature, if it be as it should be, he is God of these comforts, the God of all Comfort, of the Comfort of outward things, of Friends, etc.
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So he is the God of the second comfort, of comfortable reasons and arguments: for a man especially in inward troubles, must have grounds of comfort from strong reasons:
So he is the God of the second Comfort, of comfortable Reasons and Arguments: for a man especially in inward Troubles, must have grounds of Comfort from strong Reasons:
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God ministreth these, he is the God of these:
God Ministereth these, he is the God of these:
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for he hath given us his Scriptures, his Word, and the comforts that are fetched from thence, are strong ones,
for he hath given us his Scriptures, his Word, and the comforts that Are fetched from thence, Are strong ones,
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because they are his comforts, it is his Word. The word of a Prince comforts, though he be not there to speake it;
Because they Are his comforts, it is his Word. The word of a Prince comforts, though he be not there to speak it;
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though it be a letter, or by a Messenger, yet he whose word it is, is one that is able to make his word good;
though it be a Letter, or by a Messenger, yet he whose word it is, is one that is able to make his word good;
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he is Lord and Master of his word.
he is Lord and Master of his word.
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The Word of God is comfortable, and all the reasons that are in it, and that are deduced from it, upon good ground and consequence, they are comfortable,
The Word of God is comfortable, and all the Reasons that Are in it, and that Are deduced from it, upon good ground and consequence, they Are comfortable,
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because it is Gods word, he is the God of all.
Because it is God's word, he is the God of all.
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And those comforts in Gods word, and reasons from thence, they are wonderfull in the variety of them;
And those comforts in God's word, and Reasons from thence, they Are wonderful in the variety of them;
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there is comfort from the liberty of a Christian laid out there, that he hath free access to the throne of Grace:
there is Comfort from the liberty of a Christian laid out there, that he hath free access to the throne of Grace:
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but he comforteth us in al tribulations of what kind or degree soever.
but he comforts us in all tribulations of what kind or degree soever.
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comfort from the Prerogatives of a Christian, that he is the Child of God, that he is justified, that he is the heire of Heaven and such like:
Comfort from the Prerogatives of a Christian, that he is the Child of God, that he is justified, that he is the heir of Heaven and such like:
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Comforts from the Promises of Grace, of the presence of God, of assistance by his presence;
Comforts from the Promises of Grace, of the presence of God, of assistance by his presence;
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these things out of the Word of God are wondrous plentifull:
these things out of the Word of God Are wondrous plentiful:
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Indeed the Word of God is a breast of comfort, as the Prophet cals it, Suck comfort out of the breasts of comfort, Isa. 66. The books of God are breasts of comfort, wels of comfort, Isa. 11. there are springs of comfort.
Indeed the Word of God is a breast of Comfort, as the Prophet calls it, Suck Comfort out of the breasts of Comfort, Isaiah 66. The books of God Are breasts of Comfort, wells of Comfort, Isaiah 11. there Are springs of Comfort.
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Gods word is a Paradise (as it were) in Paradise, there were sweet streams that ran through,
God's word is a Paradise (as it were) in Paradise, there were sweet streams that ran through,
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and in Paradise stirred the voyce of God, not onely calling Adam where art thou? terrifying of him,
and in Paradise stirred the voice of God, not only calling Adam where art thou? terrifying of him,
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but the voyce of God promising Adam the blessed seed.
but the voice of God promising Adam the blessed seed.
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So in the Word of God, there is God rouzing out of sinne, and there is God speaking peace to the soule:
So in the Word of God, there is God Rousing out of sin, and there is God speaking peace to the soul:
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there is a sweet current of mercie runs from the Paradise of God;
there is a sweet current of mercy runs from the Paradise of God;
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and there is the Tree of life, Christ himselfe, and Trees of all manner of fruit, comforts of all sorts whatsoever.
and there is the Tree of life, christ himself, and Trees of all manner of fruit, comforts of all sorts whatsoever.
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And there is no Angel there, to keep the doore and gate of Paradise with a fierie flaming sword;
And there is no Angel there, to keep the door and gate of Paradise with a fiery flaming sword;
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No, this Paradise is open for all:
No, this Paradise is open for all:
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and they are cruell Tyrants, that stop th is Paradise, that stop this Fountain, as the Papists doe.
and they Are cruel Tyrants, that stop that is Paradise, that stop this Fountain, as the Papists doe.
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As God is the God of comfort, so he is the God of comfort in that respect.
As God is the God of Comfort, so he is the God of Comfort in that respect.
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But this is not enough to make him the God of comfort;
But this is not enough to make him the God of Comfort;
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we may have the Word of God, and all the reasons from thence, from priviledges and prerogatives, and examples;
we may have the Word of God, and all the Reasons from thence, from privileges and prerogatives, and Examples;
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and yet not be comfortable, if we have not the God of comfort, with the Word of comfort, the Spirit of God, that must apply the comfort to the soule,
and yet not be comfortable, if we have not the God of Comfort, with the Word of Comfort, the Spirit of God, that must apply the Comfort to the soul,
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and be the God of comfort there.
and be the God of Comfort there.
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For there must be application, and working of comfort out of Gods word upon the soule, by the spirit, the spirit must set it on strongly and sweetly, that the soule may be affected.
For there must be application, and working of Comfort out of God's word upon the soul, by the Spirit, the Spirit must Set it on strongly and sweetly, that the soul may be affected.
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You may have a carnall man, he for fashion or custome reads the Scriptures, and he is as dead-hearted when he hath done,
You may have a carnal man, he for fashion or custom reads the Scriptures, and he is as deadhearted when he hath done,
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as when he began, he never looks to the spirit of comfort, there must be the spirit of God, to work,
as when he began, he never looks to the Spirit of Comfort, there must be the Spirit of God, to work,
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not onely to shew the reasons of the Word, but to teach us to draw reasons from the Word,
not only to show the Reasons of the Word, but to teach us to draw Reasons from the Word,
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and to apply them to our particular state and condition; the spirit teacheth this wisedome. And therefore it is well called the comforter, I will send you the comforter.
and to apply them to our particular state and condition; the Spirit Teaches this Wisdom. And Therefore it is well called the comforter, I will send you the comforter.
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The poore disciples had many comforts from Christ, but because the Comforter was not come, they were not comfortable, but heavie;
The poor Disciples had many comforts from christ, but Because the Comforter was not come, they were not comfortable, but heavy;
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what was the reason? because the Comforter was not come, when the holy Ghost was come after the resurrection,
what was the reason? Because the Comforter was not come, when the holy Ghost was come After the resurrection,
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and ascension of Christ, when he had sent the Comforter, then they were so full of comfort, that they rejoyced, that they were thought worthy to suffer any thing for Christ, and the more they suffered, the more joyfull,
and Ascension of christ, when he had sent the Comforter, then they were so full of Comfort, that they rejoiced, that they were Thought worthy to suffer any thing for christ, and the more they suffered, the more joyful,
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and comfortable, and glorious they were. You see what a comfort is;
and comfortable, and glorious they were. You see what a Comfort is;
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it is the things themselves, and the word, and reasons from it, and likewise the spirit of God with the reasons, and with presence:
it is the things themselves, and the word, and Reasons from it, and likewise the Spirit of God with the Reasons, and with presence:
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sometimes without any reasons with present strength.
sometime without any Reasons with present strength.
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God doth establish the soule together with reasons there, is a strengthning power of the spirit, a vigour that goes with the spirit of God, that joyns with the spirit of the afflicted person.
God does establish the soul together with Reasons there, is a strengthening power of the Spirit, a vigour that Goes with the Spirit of God, that joins with the Spirit of the afflicted person.
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So whether it be the outward thing, as reasons and discourse, or the presence of the spirit; God joyning with our spirit;
So whither it be the outward thing, as Reasons and discourse, or the presence of the Spirit; God joining with our Spirit;
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God is the God of that comfort, the God of all comfort. God is the God of that Comfort, the God of all Comfort.
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A comfort is any thing that allaies a maladie, that either takes it away, or allaies and mitigates it.
A Comfort is any thing that alleys a malady, that either Takes it away, or alleys and mitigates it.
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A comfort is any thing that raiseth up the soul:
A Comfort is any thing that Raiseth up the soul:
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The comforts that wee have in this life, they are not such as doe altogether take away sorrow and griefe, but they mitigate them. The comforts that we have in this life, they Are not such as do altogether take away sorrow and grief, but they mitigate them.
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Comfort is that which is above a maladie, it is such a remedie as is stronger to support the soul, from being cast down over much with the grievance,
Comfort is that which is above a malady, it is such a remedy as is Stronger to support the soul, from being cast down over much with the grievance,
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whether it be grievance felt, that we are in the sence of such a grievance as is feared:
whither it be grievance felt, that we Are in the sense of such a grievance as is feared:
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when the soule apprehends any thing, to set against the ill we feare that is stronger then it,
when the soul apprehends any thing, to Set against the ill we Fear that is Stronger then it,
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when the soule hath somewhat that it can set against the present sence of the grievance that is stronger then it,
when the soul hath somewhat that it can Set against the present sense of the grievance that is Stronger then it,
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though it doe not wholly expel it, but the discomfort remains still in some degree, it may be said well to be a comfort.
though it do not wholly expel it, but the discomfort remains still in Some degree, it may be said well to be a Comfort.
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The reason why I speake of this mittigation is, because in this life, God never so wholly comforts his Children,
The reason why I speak of this mitigation is, Because in this life, God never so wholly comforts his Children,
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It may be Objected (to cleare the sence a little) he doth not alway comfort;
It may be Objected (to clear the sense a little) he does not always Comfort;
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but there will be flesh left in them, and that will murmure, and there will be some resistance against comfort,
but there will be Flesh left in them, and that will murmur, and there will be Some resistance against Comfort,
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while there are remainders of sinne, there will be ground of discomfort, by reason of the conflict between the flesh and spirit. For instance;
while there Are remainders of sin, there will be ground of discomfort, by reason of the conflict between the Flesh and Spirit. For instance;
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a man hath some crosse on him, what saith the flesh? God is mine enemy,
a man hath Some cross on him, what Says the Flesh? God is mine enemy,
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and I will take such and such courses, I will not indure this, this is the voyce of the flesh, of the old man.
and I will take such and such courses, I will not endure this, this is the voice of the Flesh, of the old man.
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What saith the spirit? Surely God is not mine enemy, he intends my good by these things:
What Says the Spirit? Surely God is not mine enemy, he intends my good by these things:
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So while these fight, here is the flesh against the spirit, yet here is comfort,
So while these fight, Here is the Flesh against the Spirit, yet Here is Comfort,
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because the spirit is predominant, but it is not fully comfort, because there is the old man in him, that withstands comfort in the whole measure of comfort.
Because the Spirit is predominant, but it is not Fully Comfort, Because there is the old man in him, that withstands Comfort in the Whole measure of Comfort.
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Therefore we must take this degree, we cannot have the full comfort till we come to Heaven, there all teares shall be wiped from our eyes;
Therefore we must take this degree, we cannot have the full Comfort till we come to Heaven, there all tears shall be wiped from our eyes;
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in this world we must be content to have comfort with some griefe, the maladie is not wholly purged.
in this world we must be content to have Comfort with Some grief, the malady is not wholly purged.
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Sometimes God removes the outward grievance more fully, God helps many times altogether, as in sickness to health perfectly,
Sometime God removes the outward grievance more Fully, God helps many times altogether, as in sickness to health perfectly,
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but I speake not of that:
but I speak not of that:
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Comfort is that which is opposite to miserie, and it must be stronger, for there is no prevailing but by a stronger,
Comfort is that which is opposite to misery, and it must be Stronger, for there is no prevailing but by a Stronger,
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when the Agent is not above the Patient, there is no prevailing, there is a conflict till one have got the masterie.
when the Agent is not above the Patient, there is no prevailing, there is a conflict till one have god the mastery.
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The God of (all) comfort. (All) that is, of all comfortable things, and of all divine reasons;
The God of (all) Comfort. (All) that is, of all comfortable things, and of all divine Reasons;
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it must be most substantiall comfort.
it must be most substantial Comfort.
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The soule in some maladies will not be comforted by Philosophicall reasons, saith the Heathen, the disease is stronger then the Physick, when he considers Platoe's comforts and the like,
The soul in Some maladies will not be comforted by Philosophical Reasons, Says the Heathen, the disease is Stronger then the Physic, when he considers Platoe's comforts and the like,
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so we may say of the reasons of Philosophical men, Romanists and Moralists, when they come to terrour of conscience,
so we may say of the Reasons of Philosophical men, Romanists and Moralists, when they come to terror of conscience,
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when they come to inward grievances, inward stings that are in a man, from a mans conscience (as all discomforts usually,
when they come to inward grievances, inward stings that Are in a man, from a men conscience (as all discomforts usually,
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when they press hard, it is with a guilty conscience) what can al such reasons do? to say it is the state of other men,
when they press hard, it is with a guilty conscience) what can all such Reasons do? to say it is the state of other men,
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and it is in vaine to murmure, and I know not what, such reasons as Seneca and Plato, and others have it, will scarce still the conscience for a fit:
and it is in vain to murmur, and I know not what, such Reasons as Senecca and Plato, and Others have it, will scarce still the conscience for a fit:
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They are ignorant of the root: alas! how can they tell the remedie, when they know not the ground of the maladie.
They Are ignorant of the root: alas! how can they tell the remedy, when they know not the ground of the malady.
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It must be God, it must be his Word, his truth, the conscience must know it to be Gods truth, and then it will comfort.
It must be God, it must be his Word, his truth, the conscience must know it to be God's truth, and then it will Comfort.
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God is the God of comfort, of the things, and of the reasons, they must be his reasons.
God is the God of Comfort, of the things, and of the Reasons, they must be his Reasons.
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And he also is the Author of that spiritual presence, he is with his children, when they are in the fire he goes with them into the water, as it is in Esay 45. he is with them in the valley of death, they shall find God with them to comfort them:
And he also is the Author of that spiritual presence, he is with his children, when they Are in the fire he Goes with them into the water, as it is in Isaiah 45. he is with them in the valley of death, they shall find God with them to Comfort them:
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so there is a kind of presence with Gods comforts, and a banishing of all discomfort.
so there is a kind of presence with God's comforts, and a banishing of all discomfort.
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And this comfort is as large as the maladies, as large as the ills are, he is a God of comfort against every particular ill:
And this Comfort is as large as the maladies, as large as the ills Are, he is a God of Comfort against every particular ill:
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if there be diverse ills, he hath diverse comforts, if they be long ills, he hath long comforts,
if there be diverse ills, he hath diverse comforts, if they be long ills, he hath long comforts,
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if there be strong ills, he hath strong comforts, if there be new ills, he hath new comforts;
if there be strong ills, he hath strong comforts, if there be new ills, he hath new comforts;
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take the ills in what extent and degree you will, God hath somewhat to set against them that is stronger then they;
take the ills in what extent and degree you will, God hath somewhat to Set against them that is Stronger then they;
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and that is the blessed estate of Gods Children, he is the God of all comfort.
and that is the blessed estate of God's Children, he is the God of all Comfort.
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St. Chrysostome, an excellent preacher, yields me one observation upon this very place.
Saint Chrysostom, an excellent preacher, yields me one observation upon this very place.
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It is the wisdome of a Christian to see how God describes himself, there being some thing in God answerable to whatsoever is ill in the world.
It is the Wisdom of a Christian to see how God describes himself, there being Some thing in God answerable to whatsoever is ill in the world.
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The spirit of God in the scripture sets forth God fitting to the particular occasions, speaking here of the misery,
The Spirit of God in the scripture sets forth God fitting to the particular occasions, speaking Here of the misery,
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and the disgraceful usage of St. Paul (being taught by the spirit of God) he considereth God as a Father of mercies, and a God of Comfort. Speaking of the vengeance on his enemies, the Psalmist saith, thou God of vengeance, shew thy self.
and the disgraceful usage of Saint Paul (being taught by the Spirit of God) he Considereth God as a Father of Mercies, and a God of Comfort. Speaking of the vengeance on his enemies, the Psalmist Says, thou God of vengeance, show thy self.
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In God there is help for every maladie.
In God there is help for every malady.
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Therefore the wisdom of a Christian is to single out of God, what is fitting his present occasion;
Therefore the Wisdom of a Christian is to single out of God, what is fitting his present occasion;
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in crosses, and miseries think of him as a father of Mercies: in discomforts, think of him as a God of comfort; in perplexities,
in Crosses, and misery's think of him as a father of mercies: in discomforts, think of him as a God of Comfort; in perplexities,
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and distresse, think of him as a God of wisdom, and oppression of others, and difficulties which we cannot wade out of, think of him as a God,
and distress, think of him as a God of Wisdom, and oppression of Others, and difficulties which we cannot wade out of, think of him as a God,
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and so he is the God of Comfort: where there is no comfort at all, he can raise comfort,
and so he is the God of Comfort: where there is no Comfort At all, he can raise Comfort,
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and father almighty, as a God of vengeance, and so every way to think of God appliable to the present occasion.
and father almighty, as a God of vengeance, and so every Way to think of God appliable to the present occasion.
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And though many of us have no great affliction upon us for the present:
And though many of us have no great affliction upon us for the present:
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yet we should lay up store against the evill day, and therefore it is good to treasure up these descriptions of God, The father of mercies, and (God) of all comfort.
yet we should lay up store against the evil day, and Therefore it is good to treasure up these descriptions of God, The father of Mercies, and (God) of all Comfort.
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To explaine the word a little: what doth he mean by (God) in this place?
To explain the word a little: what does he mean by (God) in this place?
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That he is the God of comfort, that hath a further comfort in it, in the very title that is called the God of comfort.
That he is the God of Comfort, that hath a further Comfort in it, in the very title that is called the God of Comfort.
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In that he is called the God of comfort it implyes two things.
In that he is called the God of Comfort it Implies two things.
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First it shewes that he is a Creator of it, that he can work it out of what he will; out of nothing.
First it shows that he is a Creator of it, that he can work it out of what he will; out of nothing.
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And then that he can raise it out of the contrary; And then that he can raise it out of the contrary;
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as he raised light out of darknesse in the creation, and in the government of this world he raiseth his Children out of misery.
as he raised Light out of darkness in the creation, and in the government of this world he Raiseth his Children out of misery.
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As he raised all out of nothing, order out of confusion, so in his Church he is the God of comfort, he can raise comfort out of nothing:
As he raised all out of nothing, order out of confusion, so in his Church he is the God of Comfort, he can raise Comfort out of nothing:
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out of nothing that is likely to yield comfort.
out of nothing that is likely to yield Comfort.
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Put the case that there be neither medicine, nor meat, nor drink, nor nothing to comfort us in this world (as we shall have none of these things in heaven) he is the God of Comfort that shall supply all our wants.
Put the case that there be neither medicine, nor meat, nor drink, nor nothing to Comfort us in this world (as we shall have none of these things in heaven) he is the God of Comfort that shall supply all our Wants.
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As he shall then be all in all, so in this world, when it is by the manifestation of his glorie:
As he shall then be all in all, so in this world, when it is by the manifestation of his glory:
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when Moses was 40. dayes in the mountain, he wanted outward comforts;
when Moses was 40. days in the mountain, he wanted outward comforts;
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but he had the God of comfort with him, and he supplied the want of meat and drink, and all other comforts:
but he had the God of Comfort with him, and he supplied the want of meat and drink, and all other comforts:
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because he is the God of all comfort:
Because he is the God of all Comfort:
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in him are all comforts originally, and fundamentally, and if there be none, he can create and make them of nothing.
in him Are all comforts originally, and fundamentally, and if there be none, he can create and make them of nothing.
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God, as a God properly, makes something of nothing; that is to be a God: for nothing but God can make somewhat of nothing.
God, as a God properly, makes something of nothing; that is to be a God: for nothing but God can make somewhat of nothing.
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Gods upon earth, call men their creatures in a kind of imitation of God, but that is but a phrase that puffs them up:
God's upon earth, call men their creatures in a kind of imitation of God, but that is but a phrase that puffs them up:
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they are but Gods in a kind of sence, and the other are but creatures in a kind of sence:
they Are but God's in a kind of sense, and the other Are but creatures in a kind of sense:
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because perhaps they have nothing in them, and in that sence, deservedly creatures: but it is proper to God, to make somewhat of nothing:
Because perhaps they have nothing in them, and in that sense, deservedly creatures: but it is proper to God, to make somewhat of nothing:
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And which is more, it is the property of God as God, it is peculiar to God to make comfort out of that which is contrary:
And which is more, it is the property of God as God, it is peculiar to God to make Comfort out of that which is contrary:
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therein he shews himself most to be a God of all; he can raise comfort out of discomfort, life out of death.
therein he shows himself most to be a God of all; he can raise Comfort out of discomfort, life out of death.
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When Christ had been three dayes in the grave, he raised him.
When christ had been three days in the grave, he raised him.
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As it is with the head of comfort, with the head of believers, so it is with every particular Christian, he raiseth them, out of death:
As it is with the head of Comfort, with the head of believers, so it is with every particular Christian, he Raiseth them, out of death:
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those that sow in sorrow, they reape in joy.
those that sow in sorrow, they reap in joy.
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What cannot he do that can raise comfort out of discomfort? and discomforts oftimes are the occasions of the greatest comforts.
What cannot he do that can raise Comfort out of discomfort? and discomforts Oftimes Are the occasions of the greatest comforts.
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Let a Christian go back to the former course of his life, and he shall find that the greatest crosses that ever he suffered will yeeld him most comfort,
Let a Christian go back to the former course of his life, and he shall find that the greatest Crosses that ever he suffered will yield him most Comfort,
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and who did this? certainly it must be God, that can raise all out of nothing,
and who did this? Certainly it must be God, that can raise all out of nothing,
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and that can make comfort not only out of comfortable creatures that are ordained for comfort;
and that can make Comfort not only out of comfortable creatures that Are ordained for Comfort;
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but he can draw honey out of the Lions belly;
but he can draw honey out of the Lions belly;
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Out of the eater came meat, and out of the stronge c•me sweetnesse, saith Sampson in his Riddle.Out of the eater Come meat, and out of the strong c•me sweetness, Says Sampson in his Riddle.
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When a hony combe shall c••• out of the Lions belly, certainly this is a miracle, this may well be a Riddle.
When a honey comb shall c••• out of the Lions belly, Certainly this is a miracle, this may well be a Riddle.
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This is the Riddle of Christianity;
This is the Riddle of Christianity;
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that God who is the God of comfort, he raiseth comforts, out of our chief discomforts, he can create it out of that which is contrary.
that God who is the God of Comfort, he Raiseth comforts, out of our chief discomforts, he can create it out of that which is contrary.
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Therefore Luthers speech is very good, All things come from God to his Church, especially in contraries:
Therefore Luthers speech is very good, All things come from God to his Church, especially in contraries:
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as he is righteousnesse, but it is in sin felt:
as he is righteousness, but it is in since felt:
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he is comfort, but it is in misery, he is life, but it is in death, we must die before we live;
he is Comfort, but it is in misery, he is life, but it is in death, we must die before we live;
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indeed he is all, but it is in nothing, in the soul that feels it self to be nothing, there is the foundation for God to work on.
indeed he is all, but it is in nothing, in the soul that feels it self to be nothing, there is the Foundation for God to work on.
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Therefore the God of comfort can create comfort, if none be, he can make comfort,
Therefore the God of Comfort can create Comfort, if none be, he can make Comfort,
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if the contrary be, he can raise contraries out of contraries, he is the God of all comfort. Every word hath Emphasis and strength in it. The God of all Comfort.
if the contrary be, he can raise contraries out of contraries, he is the God of all Comfort. Every word hath Emphasis and strength in it. The God of all Comfort.
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Amongst divers other things that flow from hence, mark the order;
among diverse other things that flow from hence, mark the order;
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he is the God and Father of Christ first, and then the Father of mercy, and the God of comfort.
he is the God and Father of christ First, and then the Father of mercy, and the God of Comfort.
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but as a Consuming fire; but take the method of the text, now he is the God of comfort after he is the Father of Christ.
but as a Consuming fire; but take the method of the text, now he is the God of Comfort After he is the Father of christ.
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This being laid as a ground, the text it self as a doctrine; what subordinate truths arise hence?
This being laid as a ground, the text it self as a Doctrine; what subordinate truths arise hence?
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First of all, if God be God of all comfort, there is this conclusion hence: that, Whatsoever the meanes of Comfort be, God is the spring of it.
First of all, if God be God of all Comfort, there is this conclusion hence: that, Whatsoever the means of Comfort be, God is the spring of it.
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Christ is the Conduit next to God, for he is close to God; God is the God of Christ, and the Holy Ghost is usually the stream:
christ is the Conduit next to God, for he is close to God; God is the God of christ, and the Holy Ghost is usually the stream:
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The streams of comfort come through Christ the Conduit, from God the Father, the fountain, by the graces of the Spirit:
The streams of Comfort come through christ the Conduit, from God the Father, the fountain, by the graces of the Spirit:
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But I speak of outward comforts. Blessed be God the Father Son, and Holy Ghost, all are comforters:
But I speak of outward comforts. Blessed be God the Father Son, and Holy Ghost, all Are Comforters:
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God the father is the father of comfort: the Holy Ghost is the comforter;
God the father is the father of Comfort: the Holy Ghost is the comforter;
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Christ Jesus likewise is the God of Comfort; whatsoever the outward meanes be, yet God the Father, Son,
christ jesus likewise is the God of Comfort; whatsoever the outward means be, yet God the Father, Son,
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and Holy Ghost are the comforters, take them together, that is the conclusion hence.
and Holy Ghost Are the Comforters, take them together, that is the conclusion hence.
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I observe it the rather, to cure a disposition to Atheisme in men, that look bruitishly to the thing, they look to the comfort,
I observe it the rather, to cure a disposition to Atheism in men, that look brutishly to the thing, they look to the Comfort,
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and never look, to the comforter: even for outward comforts.
and never look, to the comforter: even for outward comforts.
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Wicked men, their bellies are filled with the comforts of God, but it is with things that are comfortable that are abstracted from the comforter, they care not for the root, the favour and mercy of God:
Wicked men, their bellies Are filled with the comforts of God, but it is with things that Are comfortable that Are abstracted from the comforter, they care not for the root, the favour and mercy of God:
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so they have the thing, they care not.
so they have the thing, they care not.
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Therefore they are not thankful to God, nor in their wants they go not to the God of comfort,
Therefore they Are not thankful to God, nor in their Wants they go not to the God of Comfort,
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why? they think they have supply enough, they have friends, they have riches, that are their strong hold, and if they have outward necessaries to supply and comfort them, that is all they care for;
why? they think they have supply enough, they have Friends, they have riches, that Are their strong hold, and if they have outward necessaries to supply and Comfort them, that is all they care for;
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as for the God of comfort, they trouble not their hands with him.
as for the God of Comfort, they trouble not their hands with him.
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A Christian, whatsoever the comfort be, if it be outward, he knowes that the God of comfort sends it,
A Christian, whatsoever the Comfort be, if it be outward, he knows that the God of Comfort sends it,
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and that is the reason he is so thankful for all outward comforts: if they be the necessaries for this life:
and that is the reason he is so thankful for all outward comforts: if they be the necessaries for this life:
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in meat he tasts the comfort of God, in drink he tasts the comfort of God, in the ornaments of this life, he tasts the comfort of God;
in meat he tastes the Comfort of God, in drink he tastes the Comfort of God, in the Ornament of this life, he tastes the Comfort of God;
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There is a double application, of the thing to the soul, and of the soul to the thing: God must do all.
There is a double application, of the thing to the soul, and of the soul to the thing: God must do all.
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It is God that heates him with fire, it is God that cloaths him with garments, it is God that feeds him with meat, it is God that refresheth his senses in these comforts.
It is God that heats him with fire, it is God that clothes him with garments, it is God that feeds him with meat, it is God that refresheth his Senses in these comforts.
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Therefore the Heathen out of their Ignorance, they made every thing a God, that was comfortable, out of which they received comfort;
Therefore the Heathen out of their Ignorance, they made every thing a God, that was comfortable, out of which they received Comfort;
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they made a God of the fire, and of the water:
they made a God of the fire, and of the water:
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these are but instruments of the God of comfort, but the Heathen made gods of them.
these Are but Instruments of the God of Comfort, but the Heathen made God's of them.
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A Christian doth not so, but he sees God in them, and drives these streames from the fountain, God is seen to be the God of Comfort in them all.
A Christian does not so, but he sees God in them, and drives these streams from the fountain, God is seen to be the God of Comfort in them all.
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Again, considering that God is The God of all comfort;
Again, considering that God is The God of all Comfort;
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This should teach us (as thankfulnesse to God, so) prayer in the want of any comfort, that he would both give the thing,
This should teach us (as thankfulness to God, so) prayer in the want of any Comfort, that he would both give the thing,
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and the comfort of the thing.
and the Comfort of the thing.
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We may have the thing, and the wrath of God with it, but thou that art the God of comfort, vouchsafe the outward comforts to us, and vouchsafe comfort with them:
We may have the thing, and the wrath of God with it, but thou that art the God of Comfort, vouchsafe the outward comforts to us, and vouchsafe Comfort with them:
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thou that art the God of every thing, and of the comfort of the thing, vouchsafe both.
thou that art the God of every thing, and of the Comfort of the thing, vouchsafe both.
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Again, if God be the God of all comfort whatsoever, then here is a ground of diverse other truthes:
Again, if God be the God of all Comfort whatsoever, then Here is a ground of diverse other truths:
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as for instance, that if we look for any comfort from the things, or from reasons, and discourse, or from God:
as for instance, that if we look for any Comfort from the things, or from Reasons, and discourse, or from God:
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we should go to God in the use of the thing, before the use, after the use, at all times;
we should go to God in the use of the thing, before the use, After the use, At all times;
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before the use, that God would suggest, either by reading or hearing &c. reasons of comfort, in the use, that he would settle and seal comfort to our souls.
before the use, that God would suggest, either by reading or hearing etc. Reasons of Comfort, in the use, that he would settle and seal Comfort to our Souls.
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Lord I hear many sweet things, I read many comfortable things, these would affect a stone almost,
Lord I hear many sweet things, I read many comfortable things, these would affect a stone almost,
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yet unlesse thou set them on my soule, they will never comfort me:
yet unless thou Set them on my soul, they will never Comfort me:
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thou art the God of comfort, the materials are from thee, but except with revelation & discovery, thou joyne application, all will not comfort unlesse with revelation and application (in the third place) thou open my soul to joyn with these comforts.
thou art the God of Comfort, the materials Are from thee, but except with Revelation & discovery, thou join application, all will not Comfort unless with Revelation and application (in the third place) thou open my soul to join with these comforts.
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There must be a discovery, and application, and an opening of the soule to them. As there be diverse flowers that open and shut with the sun:
There must be a discovery, and application, and an opening of the soul to them. As there be diverse flowers that open and shut with the sun:
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so the soul by the spirit of God, it opens to comforts:
so the soul by the Spirit of God, it Opens to comforts:
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though comforts be put close to the soul, if that do not open to them, there is no comfort given:
though comforts be put close to the soul, if that do not open to them, there is no Comfort given:
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What is the reason, that many here Sermons, and Read sweet discourses, and yet when they come to suffer crosses and afflictions, they are to see?
What is the reason, that many Here Sermons, and Read sweet discourses, and yet when they come to suffer Crosses and afflictions, they Are to see?
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They go to the stream, they cut the Conduits from the spring, they go not to the Well-head, they see not the derivation of comfort:
They go to the stream, they Cut the Conduits from the spring, they go not to the Wellhead, they see not the derivation of Comfort:
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it is necessary for the deriving of comfort to the soul, to take the scales from the eye of the soul, they see not the necessity of a divine presence to apply it,
it is necessary for the deriving of Comfort to the soul, to take the scales from the eye of the soul, they see not the necessity of a divine presence to apply it,
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and and to lay it close to the soul, and to open the soul, to joyn the soul to those comforts;
and and to lay it close to the soul, and to open the soul, to join the soul to those comforts;
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God is the God of all comfort. God is the God of all Comfort.
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If any thing will stir up devotion much to pray to God, undoubtedly this will be effectual:
If any thing will stir up devotion much to pray to God, undoubtedly this will be effectual:
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that whatsoever the comfort be, whether it be outward things, or reasons, and discourses, whatsoever, we may go to God that he would give it.
that whatsoever the Comfort be, whither it be outward things, or Reasons, and discourses, whatsoever, we may go to God that he would give it.
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Well, this being so, if God be the God of all comfort, the Well of comfort, the Father of comfort, Well, this being so, if God be the God of all Comfort, the Well of Comfort, the Father of Comfort,
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and hath remedies for every malady; Then you see here whither to go:
and hath remedies for every malady; Then you see Here whither to go:
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you see a Christian in all estates hath ground of comfort, for he is in Covenant with the God of comfort.
you see a Christian in all estates hath ground of Comfort, for he is in Covenant with the God of Comfort.
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You will say to me, what is the reason that Christians are no more comfortable, having the God of comfort for their God?
You will say to me, what is the reason that Christians Are no more comfortable, having the God of Comfort for their God?
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I answer, it is partly from Ignorance, we have remainders of Ignorance, that we know not our own comfort:
I answer, it is partly from Ignorance, we have remainders of Ignorance, that we know not our own Comfort:
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Satan doth vail the eye of the soul in the time of trouble, that we cannot see that there is a well of comfort.
Satan does Vail the eye of the soul in the time of trouble, that we cannot see that there is a well of Comfort.
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Poor Hagar, when shee was almost undone for thirst, yet she had a fountain of water near hand,
Poor Hagar, when she was almost undone for thirst, yet she had a fountain of water near hand,
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but she saw it not, she was so overtaken with grief.
but she saw it not, she was so overtaken with grief.
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Ignorance, and Passion hinder the sight of comfort, when we give way so much to the present malady,
Ignorance, and Passion hinder the sighed of Comfort, when we give Way so much to the present malady,
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as if there were no God of comfort in heaven;
as if there were no God of Comfort in heaven;
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as if there were no Scripture that hath breasts of comfort, that is as full as a breast that is willing to discharge it self of comfort:
as if there were no Scripture that hath breasts of Comfort, that is as full as a breast that is willing to discharge it self of Comfort:
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as if there were no matter of comfort, they feed upon grief, and delight to flatter their selves in grief,
as if there were no matter of Comfort, they feed upon grief, and delight to flatter their selves in grief,
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as Rachel that mourned and would not be comforted:
as Rachel that mourned and would not be comforted:
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so out of a kind of Ignorance and Passion, and Wilfulnesse, they will not be comforted.
so out of a kind of Ignorance and Passion, and Wilfulness, they will not be comforted.
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it is his use, he doth it alway;
it is his use, he does it always;
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And again, as Bildad saith, Job 18. are the comforts of God light to thee? These are good words,
And again, as Bildad Says, Job 18. Are the comforts of God Light to thee? These Are good words,
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but my discomforts are greater, my malady is greater;
but my discomforts Are greater, my malady is greater;
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so the comforts of the Holy Ghost, the comforts of Gods Spirit seem light to them.
so the comforts of the Holy Ghost, the comforts of God's Spirit seem Light to them.
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Ignorance, and Passion, and dwelling too much makes us neglect comfort, it makes us to see comfort to be no comfort in a manner.
Ignorance, and Passion, and Dwelling too much makes us neglect Comfort, it makes us to see Comfort to be no Comfort in a manner.
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Mary, when Christ was before her eyes, they were so blubbered with tears, with fear that her Lord was lost, that she could not see him,Marry, when christ was before her eyes, they were so blubbered with tears, with Fear that her Lord was lost, that she could not see him,
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even when he was before her:
even when he was before her:
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so grief, and Passion hinder the soul so much from seeing Gods comforts, that we see them not when they are before us, when they are present.
so grief, and Passion hinder the soul so much from seeing God's comforts, that we see them not when they Are before us, when they Are present.
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So men are guilty of their own discomfort, it is their own fault.
So men Are guilty of their own discomfort, it is their own fault.
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Again oft times forgetfulnesse, as the Apostle saith, Heb. 12. have ye forgotten the Consolation that speaks? have ye forgotten that every Son that God chastizeth not is a bastard? have ye forgotten? insinuating that if they had remembred this, it would have comforted them; have ye forgotten?
Again oft times forgetfulness, as the Apostle Says, Hebrew 12. have you forgotten the Consolation that speaks? have you forgotten that every Son that God Chastiseth not is a bastard? have you forgotten? insinuating that if they had remembered this, it would have comforted them; have you forgotten?
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And then one especial cause is, that I spake of before, the looking to things present, forgetting the spring, the well-head of comfort God himself;
And then one especial cause is, that I spoke of before, the looking to things present, forgetting the spring, the wellhead of Comfort God himself;
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the looking too much to the means; oh! say some, (if they be in distresse,) if I had such a Book,
the looking too much to the means; o! say Some, (if they be in distress,) if I had such a Book,
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if I had such a man to comfort me, certainly it would be otherwise with me, I should be better then I am:
if I had such a man to Comfort me, Certainly it would be otherwise with me, I should be better then I am:
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put case he were with thee, alas he is not the spring, it is the God of comfort that must comfort thee (man) in all thy distresses whatsoever,
put case he were with thee, alas he is not the spring, it is the God of Comfort that must Comfort thee (man) in all thy Distresses whatsoever,
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therefore if thou attribute not more to God, then to the creature, nay then to an Angel,
Therefore if thou attribute not more to God, then to the creature, nay then to an Angel,
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if he were to comfort thee, thou shalt find no comfort. I even I am he that comforts thee.
if he were to Comfort thee, thou shalt find no Comfort. I even I am he that comforts thee.
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I am he that pardons thy sins, which is the cause of all discomfort, that is comfort, that is the sting of all, I am he that pardons thy sins
I am he that Pardons thy Sins, which is the cause of all discomfort, that is Comfort, that is the sting of all, I am he that Pardons thy Sins
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We as Criers may speak pardon to the soule, but God must give it; we may speak comfort, but God must give it:
We as Criers may speak pardon to the soul, but God must give it; we may speak Comfort, but God must give it:
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he must say to the soule, I am thy salvation. When men Idolize any discourse in books,
he must say to the soul, I am thy salvation. When men Idolise any discourse in books,
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or any particular man overmuch (though we may value those that are instrumentall above others;
or any particular man overmuch (though we may valve those that Are instrumental above Others;
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there may be a difference of gifts, but) the resting too much in the creature, it is an enemy to comfort,
there may be a difference of Gifts, but) the resting too much in the creature, it is an enemy to Comfort,
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and some grow to that wilfulness in that kind, that they will neglect all, because they have not that they would have,
and Some grow to that wilfulness in that kind, that they will neglect all, Because they have not that they would have,
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whereas if they would look to God, meaner meanes would serve the turne oft times, if they would goe to the God of comfort.
whereas if they would look to God, meaner means would serve the turn oft times, if they would go to the God of Comfort.
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Who comforteth us in all tribulation.
Who comforts us in all tribulation.
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Afflictions and crosses, as they are irkesome in suffering, so they are likewise disgracefull, and as it was in the cross of Christ, there was two things, torment and shame, the one he felt himselfe, the other he had from others, those two; (disgrace is proper to the cross:) so it is in all the crosses that we suffer, there is some disgrace with it,
Afflictions and Crosses, as they Are irksome in suffering, so they Are likewise disgraceful, and as it was in the cross of christ, there was two things, torment and shame, the one he felt himself, the other he had from Others, those two; (disgrace is proper to the cross:) so it is in all the Crosses that we suffer, there is Some disgrace with it,
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therefore Saint Paul to prevent the scandall and disgrace of the cross (as I said before) he doth here begin with praysing God,
Therefore Saint Paul to prevent the scandal and disgrace of the cross (as I said before) he does Here begin with praising God,
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even for crosses in the midst of them.
even for Crosses in the midst of them.
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Blessed be God the Father of mercies, the God of all comfort, who comforteth us in all tribulations, &c. Who comforteth us in all tribulation.Blessed be God the Father of Mercies, the God of all Comfort, who comforts us in all tribulations, etc. Who comforts us in all tribulation.
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These words contain a making good of the former title, He is the God of comfort,
These words contain a making good of the former title, He is the God of Comfort,
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and doth comfort, he is good and doth good: and does Comfort, he is good and does good:
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He fils up his name by his works, he shews what he is, the Scripture doth especially describe God, not in all things as he is in himself;
He fills up his name by his works, he shows what he is, the Scripture does especially describe God, not in all things as he is in himself;
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but as he is, and works to his poore Church;
but as he is, and works to his poor Church;
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and they are usefull termes, all of them, he is the Father of mercie, because he is so to his Church;
and they Are useful terms, all of them, he is the Father of mercy, Because he is so to his Church;
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he is the God of comfort, because he is so to his people, therefore he saith here,
he is the God of Comfort, Because he is so to his people, Therefore he Says Here,
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as he is the God of comfort, so he doth comfort us in all tribulation. He doth not say, who keeps us out of miserie;
as he is the God of Comfort, so he does Comfort us in all tribulation. He does not say, who keeps us out of misery;
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blessed be the God of comfort, that never suffers us to fall into discomfort, no, but Blessed be the God of comfort, that comforts us (in) all tribulation.
blessed be the God of Comfort, that never suffers us to fallen into discomfort, no, but Blessed be the God of Comfort, that comforts us (in) all tribulation.
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It is more to raise good out of evill, then not to suffer evill to be at all.
It is more to raise good out of evil, then not to suffer evil to be At all.
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It shews greater power, it manifests greater goodness to triumph over ill, when it suffered to be,
It shows greater power, it manifests greater Goodness to triumph over ill, when it suffered to be,
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and so not to keep ill from us, but to comfort us in it.
and so not to keep ill from us, but to Comfort us in it.
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He doth not say for the time past, which hath comforted us, or which can comfort us if it please him; no, he doth it;
He does not say for the time past, which hath comforted us, or which can Comfort us if it please him; no, he does it;
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for then, there could be no time of discomfort. I Answer, He doth alway comfort in some degree:
for then, there could be no time of discomfort. I Answer, He does always Comfort in Some degree:
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for take a Christian at the lowest, yet he hath so much comfort as to keep him from sinking,
for take a Christian At the lowest, yet he hath so much Comfort as to keep him from sinking,
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when he is at the depth of miserie, there is a depth of mercy lower then he, Out of the deep have I cryed unto thee Lord, and this is a comfort that he hath in the middest of discomforts, that he hath a spirit of prayer,
when he is At the depth of misery, there is a depth of mercy lower then he, Out of the deep have I cried unto thee Lord, and this is a Comfort that he hath in the midst of discomforts, that he hath a Spirit of prayer,
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and if not a spirit of prayer, yet a spirit of sighing and groaning to God,
and if not a Spirit of prayer, yet a Spirit of sighing and groaning to God,
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and God hears the sighs and groans of his own spirit in his children. When they cannot distinctly pray, there is a spirit to look up to God.
and God hears the sighs and groans of his own Spirit in his children. When they cannot distinctly pray, there is a Spirit to look up to God.
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Though thou kill me, yet will I trust in thee, saith Job, in the middest of his miseries:Though thou kill me, yet will I trust in thee, Says Job, in the midst of his misery's:
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So though God, more notoriously to the view of the world, sometime doth comfort before we come to trouble, that we may beare it the better,
So though God, more notoriously to the view of the world, sometime does Comfort before we come to trouble, that we may bear it the better,
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and sometime he doth comfort more apparently after we come out:
and sometime he does Comfort more apparently After we come out:
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yet notwithstanding in the middest of discomforts, he doth alway comfort so farre, as that we sink not into despaire, there is somewhat to uphold the soule:
yet notwithstanding in the midst of discomforts, he does always Comfort so Far, as that we sink not into despair, there is somewhat to uphold the soul:
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For, when Solomon saith, A wounded spirit who can beare? that is, none can beare it, it is the greatest griefe:
For, when Solomon Says, A wounded Spirit who can bear? that is, none can bear it, it is the greatest grief:
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then I would know, what keeps a wounded spirit from sinking that it doth not despaire? is it not a spirit stronger then the wounded spirit? Is it not God that is greater then the wounded conscience? Yes,
then I would know, what keeps a wounded Spirit from sinking that it does not despair? is it not a Spirit Stronger then the wounded Spirit? Is it not God that is greater then the wounded conscience? Yes,
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then there is comfort greater then the discomfort of a wounded conscience that keeps it from despaire;
then there is Comfort greater then the discomfort of a wounded conscience that keeps it from despair;
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those that finally despaire, they are none of Gods:
those that finally despair, they Are none of God's:
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So that take the words in what regard, or in what sence you will, yet th• … re is a sweet and comfortable sense of them,
So that take the words in what regard, or in what sense you will, yet th• … re is a sweet and comfortable sense of them,
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and the Apostle might well say, he is the God of all comfort, that doth comfort us in all tribulation.
and the Apostle might well say, he is the God of all Comfort, that does Comfort us in all tribulation.
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It is here a ground supposed that, Gods Children are subject to tribulation.
It is Here a ground supposed that, God's Children Are Subject to tribulation.
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We are subject here to tribulation of all kinds, for God comforts us in all our tribulations;
We Are Subject Here to tribulation of all Kinds, for God comforts us in all our tribulations;
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we are here in a state therefore needing comfort, because we are in tribulation. And the second is that God doth answer our state.
we Are Here in a state Therefore needing Comfort, Because we Are in tribulation. And the second is that God does answer our state.
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God doth comfort his Children in all tribulation. God does Comfort his Children in all tribulation.
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And the ground is from himself, he is the God of comfort, he doth but like himselfe;
And the ground is from himself, he is the God of Comfort, he does but like himself;
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when he doth it, the God of comfort shews that he is so, by comforting us in all tribulations. First, It is supposed that,
when he does it, the God of Comfort shows that he is so, by comforting us in all tribulations. First, It is supposed that,
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In this world we are in tribulations. Indeed, that I need not be long in; we must at one time or other, be in tribulation some or other:
In this world we Are in tribulations. Indeed, that I need not be long in; we must At one time or other, be in tribulation Some or other:
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For, though in regard of outward afflictions, we are free from them sometimes, we have a few holy-dayes (as we say) yet notwithstanding, there is in the greatest inlargements of Gods Children in this world, somewhat that troubles their minds ▪ for either there is some desertion, God withholds comfort from them in some measure, he shews himself a stranger which humbles them much;
For, though in regard of outward afflictions, we Are free from them sometime, we have a few holy-days (as we say) yet notwithstanding, there is in the greatest enlargements of God's Children in this world, somewhat that Troubles their minds ▪ for either there is Some desertion, God withholds Comfort from them in Some measure, he shows himself a stranger which humbles them much;
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or else they have strong temptations of Sathan to sin by prosperity, &c. which grieves them as much as the outward cross,
or Else they have strong temptations of Sathan to since by Prosperity, etc. which grieves them as much as the outward cross,
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or else their grievance is, that they cannot serve God with that chearefulness of spirit.
or Else their grievance is, that they cannot serve God with that chearefulness of Spirit.
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Is there nothing (who ever thou art) that troubles thee as much as the cross in the day of affliction, certainly there is somewhat or other that troubleth the soule of a Christian, he is never out of one grievance or other.
Is there nothing (who ever thou art) that Troubles thee as much as the cross in the day of affliction, Certainly there is somewhat or other that Troubles the soul of a Christian, he is never out of one grievance or other.
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The life of a Christian, is as a web, that is woven of good and ill, he hath good daies,
The life of a Christian, is as a web, that is woven of good and ill, he hath good days,
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and ill dayes, he hath tribulations, and comforts.
and ill days, he hath tribulations, and comforts.
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As St. Austin sayth very well, between these two, tribulation on our part, and comfort on Gods part, our life runs between these two, our crosses,
As Saint Austin say very well, between these two, tribulation on our part, and Comfort on God's part, our life runs between these two, our Crosses,
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and God comforts, they are both mingled together.
and God comforts, they Are both mingled together.
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There is no child of God, but knowes what these things mean, troubles either from friends or enemies, or both;
There is no child of God, but knows what these things mean, Troubles either from Friends or enemies, or both;
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domesticall, or personal, in bodie, or mind, one way or other. That is supposed, and it were not an unproper argument to the text;
domestical, or personal, in body, or mind, one Way or other. That is supposed, and it were not an unproper argument to the text;
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for when he saith in all tribulations, it is laid as a ground that every man suffers tribulation one way or other;
for when he Says in all tribulations, it is laid as a ground that every man suffers tribulation one Way or other;
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but I shall have fitter occasion after to enlarge this. Again we see here, that God comforts his Children in all tribulation.
but I shall have fitter occasion After to enlarge this. Again we see Here, that God comforts his Children in all tribulation.
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And his comforts are answerable to their discomforts, and beyond them:
And his comforts Are answerable to their discomforts, and beyond them:
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they are stronger to master all opposites whatsoever, and all grievances, there could be no comfort else.
they Are Stronger to master all opposites whatsoever, and all grievances, there could be no Comfort Else.
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Alas what are all discomforts when God sets himself to comfort? when he will be a God of comfort, one look, one glance of his fatherly countenance in Jesus Christ, will banish all terrours whatsoever,
Alas what Are all discomforts when God sets himself to Comfort? when he will be a God of Comfort, one look, one glance of his fatherly countenance in jesus christ, will banish all terrors whatsoever,
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he doth this in the hearts of his children to whom he means to shew mercy:
he does this in the hearts of his children to whom he means to show mercy:
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and make even a very dungeon to be a paradise; he comforteth us in all tribulat on.
and make even a very dungeon to be a paradise; he comforts us in all tribulat on.
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And this he doth (as you may perceive by the unfolding of the words) either by some outward thing applied to the outward want, or crosse:
And this he does (as you may perceive by the unfolding of the words) either by Some outward thing applied to the outward want, or cross:
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or by some inward reasons, that are opposite to the inward maladie, or by an inward presence.
or by Some inward Reasons, that Are opposite to the inward malady, or by an inward presence.
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His comforts are appliable to the tribulation, and to the strength and length, and variety of it.
His comforts Are appliable to the tribulation, and to the strength and length, and variety of it.
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We may know it by his course in this life;
We may know it by his course in this life;
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what miserie are we subject to in this life, but we have comfort fit for it? so good is God.
what misery Are we Subject to in this life, but we have Comfort fit for it? so good is God.
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We may reason thus very well;
We may reason thus very well;
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if so be that in our pilgrimage here in this life of ours, which is but the gallery as it were to heaven:
if so be that in our pilgrimage Here in this life of ours, which is but the gallery as it were to heaven:
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if in this short life, which is but a way or passage, we have both day and night, so many comforts;
if in this short life, which is but a Way or passage, we have both day and night, so many comforts;
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In the very night, if we look up to heaven, we see what glorious things there are towards the earth here, on this fide the heaven, the stars of the light &c.
In the very night, if we look up to heaven, we see what glorious things there Are towards the earth Here, on this fide the heaven, the Stars of the Light etc.
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And if so be upon the earth there be such comforts, especially in the spring,
And if so be upon the earth there be such comforts, especially in the spring,
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and summer time, if the very earth, the basest dreggs of the World, yield such comfort and delights to all the senses;
and summer time, if the very earth, the Basest dregs of the World, yield such Comfort and delights to all the Senses;
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then a man may reason very strongly, what comforts shall we have at home? If God by the creatures thus comfort us in our outward wants;
then a man may reason very strongly, what comforts shall we have At home? If God by the creatures thus Comfort us in our outward Wants;
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what are the inward comforts of his spirit here to his Children? and what are the last comforts of all, the comforts reserved at home,
what Are the inward comforts of his Spirit Here to his Children? and what Are the last comforts of all, the comforts reserved At home,
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when God shall be all in all?
when God shall be all in all?
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Now there are some drops of comfort conveyed in smells, some in garments, some in friends, some in diet, here a drop, and there a drop;
Now there Are Some drops of Comfort conveyed in smells, Some in garments, Some in Friends, Some in diet, Here a drop, and there a drop;
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but when we shall have immediate communion there with the God of comfort himself, what comforts shall we have there? God comforts us here, by providing for us,
but when we shall have immediate communion there with the God of Comfort himself, what comforts shall we have there? God comforts us Here, by providing for us,
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and giving us things that are comfortable.
and giving us things that Are comfortable.
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Or by giving reasons and grounds of comfort which are stronger then the reasons, and grounds of discomfort, reasons from the priviledges and prerogative of Christians &c. the scripture is full of them.
Or by giving Reasons and grounds of Comfort which Are Stronger then the Reasons, and grounds of discomfort, Reasons from the privileges and prerogative of Christians etc. the scripture is full of them.
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But likewise (which is the best of all, and most intended) the inward inspiring of comfort:
But likewise (which is the best of all, and most intended) the inward inspiring of Comfort:
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with the reasons and grounds he inwardly conveyes comforts to the soul, and strengtheneth, and supports the soul.
with the Reasons and grounds he inwardly conveys comforts to the soul, and strengtheneth, and supports the soul.
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And he doth this not onely by the application of the reasons, and the things that we understand, to the soul;
And he does this not only by the application of the Reasons, and the things that we understand, to the soul;
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but by opening the soul to embrace them;
but by opening the soul to embrace them;
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for sometime the soul may be in such a case as it may reject comfort, that the consolation of the Almightie may seem light to it:
for sometime the soul may be in such a case as it may reject Comfort, that the consolation of the Almighty may seem Light to it:
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sometime there may be such a disposition of soule that the chiefest comforts in scripture, yield it not comfort, they are not embraced, the soul is shut to them.
sometime there may be such a disposition of soul that the chiefest comforts in scripture, yield it not Comfort, they Are not embraced, the soul is shut to them.
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God provides reasons and grounds of comfort;
God provides Reasons and grounds of Comfort;
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and likewise he applies these comforts by his spirit to the soul, and he inwardly warmes,
and likewise he Applies these comforts by his Spirit to the soul, and he inwardly warms,
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and opens the soul to embrace comfort:
and Opens the soul to embrace Comfort:
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he opens the understanding to understand, and the will and affections to embrace, or else there will be no comfort.
he Opens the understanding to understand, and the will and affections to embrace, or Else there will be no Comfort.
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Many are like Rachel, her Children were gone, and it is said of her, Shee would not be Comforted.
Many Are like Rachel, her Children were gone, and it is said of her, She would not be Comforted.
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God is the God of Comfort; as he gives the matter, and ground of comfort; and reasons out of his holy word above all dsscomforts;
God is the God of Comfort; as he gives the matter, and ground of Comfort; and Reasons out of his holy word above all dsscomforts;
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so by his spirit, he frames and fits the heart, to entertain these, to take the benefit of them.
so by his Spirit, he frames and fits the heart, to entertain these, to take the benefit of them.
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He comforts us in all tribulation. To comfort is to support the soule against the grievance, past, or felt, or feared. He comforts us in all tribulation. To Comfort is to support the soul against the grievance, past, or felt, or feared.
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There may be some remainders of grief, for what is past, grief present presseth most, and grief feared.
There may be Some remainders of grief, for what is past, grief present Presseth most, and grief feared.
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Now God comforteth whatsoever the grievance is, by supporting the soul against it, as I said before.
Now God comforts whatsoever the grievance is, by supporting the soul against it, as I said before.
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We are in tribulation in this life, and yet in all tribulations God doth comfort us (to add to that I said before of this point) let us therefore go to God in all the meanes of comfort,
We Are in tribulation in this life, and yet in all tribulations God does Comfort us (to add to that I said before of this point) let us Therefore go to God in all the means of Comfort,
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because he is the God of it, and he must comfort us.
Because he is the God of it, and he must Comfort us.
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Therefore when we send for divines, or read Holy books (for we must use all meanes, we must not set God against his meanes,
Therefore when we send for Divines, or read Holy books (for we must use all means, we must not Set God against his means,
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but joyn them together) to add that caution by the way. We may not therefore necessitate the God of comfort, that because he comforts us;
but join them together) to add that caution by the Way. We may not Therefore necessitate the God of Comfort, that Because he comforts us;
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therefore we will neglect reading and prayer, and conference with them that God hath exercised in the schoole of Christ, who should speak comfort to the wearie soul by their office.
Therefore we will neglect reading and prayer, and conference with them that God hath exercised in the school of christ, who should speak Comfort to the weary soul by their office.
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No, No, God and his meanes must be joyned together, we must trust God; but not tempt him, to set God against his meanes is to tempt him;
No, No, God and his means must be joined together, we must trust God; but not tempt him, to Set God against his means is to tempt him;
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that because he is the God of comfort, therefore we will use no meanes, no Physitian for the body, or for the soul:
that Because he is the God of Comfort, Therefore we will use no means, no physician for the body, or for the soul:
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this is absurd, he is the God of comfort in the means, he comforts us in all tribulation, by meanes,
this is absurd, he is the God of Comfort in the means, he comforts us in all tribulation, by means,
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if they be to be had.
if they be to be had.
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If there be no meanes to be had, he is the God of comfort, he can create them:
If there be no means to be had, he is the God of Comfort, he can create them:
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and if it be so far that there be no meanes but the contrary, he is a God that can comfort out of discomfort,
and if it be so Far that there be no means but the contrary, he is a God that can Comfort out of discomfort,
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and can (as I said) make the greatest grounds of comfort out of the greatest discomforts.
and can (as I said) make the greatest grounds of Comfort out of the greatest discomforts.
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But he is a God of the meanes if they be to be had, if there be none,
But he is a God of the means if they be to be had, if there be none,
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then let us go to him, and say, thou God of comfort, if thou do not comfort, none can comfort,
then let us go to him, and say, thou God of Comfort, if thou do not Comfort, none can Comfort,
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if thou help not, none can help, and then he will help, and help strongly. It is necessary to looke to God what ever the meanes be;
if thou help not, none can help, and then he will help, and help strongly. It is necessary to look to God what ever the means be;
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it is he that comforts by them. Therefore let him have the praise:
it is he that comforts by them. Therefore let him have the praise:
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if we have any friend, any comfort of the outward man, or any solace of the inward man, by seasonable speech &c. blessed be the God of comfort who hath sent this comforter;
if we have any friend, any Comfort of the outward man, or any solace of the inward man, by seasonable speech etc. blessed be the God of Comfort who hath sent this comforter;
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who hath sent me comfort by such, and such, let him have the praise; whatsoever the means be, the comfort is his.
who hath sent me Comfort by such, and such, let him have the praise; whatsoever the means be, the Comfort is his.
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And that is the cause that many have no more comfort, they trust to the means overmuch, or neglect the means.
And that is the cause that many have no more Comfort, they trust to the means overmuch, or neglect the means.
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Again, if God comfort in all tribulation:
Again, if God Comfort in all tribulation:
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Let Christians be ashamed to be overmuch disconsolate that have the God of comfort for their God, who comforteth in all tribulation. Why art thou so cast down? Is there no Balme in Gilead for thee? Is there not a God in Israel? It is the fault of Christians, they pore too much on their troubles, they look all one way;
Let Christians be ashamed to be overmuch disconsolate that have the God of Comfort for their God, who comforts in all tribulation. Why art thou so cast down? Is there no Balm in Gilead for thee? Is there not a God in Israel? It is the fault of Christians, they poor too much on their Troubles, they look all one Way;
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they look to the grievance, and not to the comfort.
they look to the grievance, and not to the Comfort.
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There is a God of comfort that answers his name every way in the exercise of that attribute to his Church:
There is a God of Comfort that answers his name every Way in the exercise of that attribute to his Church:
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therefore Christians must blame themselves if they be too much cast down, and labour for faith to draw near to this God of comfort.
Therefore Christians must blame themselves if they be too much cast down, and labour for faith to draw near to this God of Comfort.
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It should make them ashamed of themselves that think it even a duty (as it were) to walk drooping, and disconsolatly, and deadly;
It should make them ashamed of themselves that think it even a duty (as it were) to walk drooping, and disconsolately, and deadly;
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to have flat and dead spirits.
to have flat and dead spirits.
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What, is this beseeming a Christian that is in Covenant with God, that is the God of comfort,
What, is this beseeming a Christian that is in Covenant with God, that is the God of Comfort,
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and that answers his title in dealing with his Children, that is ready to comfort them in all tribulation? what if particular comforts be taken from thee, is there not a God of comfort left? he hath not taken away himself.
and that answers his title in dealing with his Children, that is ready to Comfort them in all tribulation? what if particular comforts be taken from thee, is there not a God of Comfort left? he hath not taken away himself.
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What if thou be restrained, and shut up from other comforts, can any shut up Gods Spirit, can any shut up God, and our prayers?
What if thou be restrained, and shut up from other comforts, can any shut up God's Spirit, can any shut up God, and our Prayers?
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Is not this a comfort that we may go to God alway? and he is with us in all estates and in all wants whatsoever? So long as we are in covenant with the God of comfort, why should we be over much cast down? Why art thou so troubled, oh my soul? David cheeks his soul thrice together for distrust in God, he is thy God, the God of all comfort.
Is not this a Comfort that we may go to God always? and he is with us in all estates and in all Wants whatsoever? So long as we Are in Covenant with the God of Comfort, why should we be over much cast down? Why art thou so troubled, o my soul? David cheeks his soul thrice together for distrust in God, he is thy God, the God of all Comfort.
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What course shall we take that we may derive to our selves comfort from this God of comfort, who comforteth us in all our tribulations?
What course shall we take that we may derive to our selves Comfort from this God of Comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulations?
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Let us consider what our malady and grievance is, especially let us look to our spiritual grievance and malady, sin:
Let us Consider what our malady and grievance is, especially let us look to our spiritual grievance and malady, since:
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for sin is the cause of all other evils, therefore it is the worst evil.
for since is the cause of all other evils, Therefore it is the worst evil.
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And sin makes us loathed of God the fountain of good, it drives us from him,
And since makes us loathed of God the fountain of good, it drives us from him,
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when other evils drive us to from him; and therefore it is the worst evil in that sense too.
when other evils drive us to from him; and Therefore it is the worst evil in that sense too.
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Again in the third place, look to the discomforts of sin, especially in the discomforts of conscience of those that are awakened, Again in the third place, look to the discomforts of since, especially in the discomforts of conscience of those that Are awakened,
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and Satan useth that as a means to despair in every crosse.
and Satan uses that as a means to despair in every cross.
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Therefore let us search and try our souls for our sins, for our chief discomfort are from sin:
Therefore let us search and try our Souls for our Sins, for our chief discomfort Are from since:
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for alas, what are all other comforts? and what are all other discomforts? If a mans conscience be quiet, what are all discomforts? and if conscience be on the rack, what are all comforts? the disquiet and vexation of sin is the greatest of all:
for alas, what Are all other comforts? and what Are all other discomforts? If a men conscience be quiet, what Are all discomforts? and if conscience be on the rack, what Are all comforts? the disquiet and vexation of since is the greatest of all:
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because then we have to deal with God, when sin is presented before us, and the judgements of God, and God as an angry judge,
Because then we have to deal with God, when since is presented before us, and the Judgments of God, and God as an angry judge,
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and conscience is awaked and on the rack, what in the world can take up the quarrel and appease conscience,
and conscience is awaked and on the rack, what in the world can take up the quarrel and appease conscience,
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when we and God are at difference, when the soul speaks nothing but discomfort?
when we and God Are At difference, when the soul speaks nothing but discomfort?
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In this case remember that God doth so far prevent objections in this kind from the accusations of conscience, that he reasons that he will comfort us, from that that cöscience reasons against comfort:
In this case Remember that God does so Far prevent objections in this kind from the accusations of conscience, that he Reasons that he will Comfort us, from that that cöscience Reasons against Comfort:
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as we see in the poor Publi -
as we see in the poor Publi -
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<2^PAGES^MISSING> Lord be merciful to me a sinner saith he: God taught him that reasoning.
<2^PAGES^MISSING> Lord be merciful to me a sinner Says he: God taught him that reasoning.
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Nature would have taught him to reason as Peter did, Lord depart from me, I am a sinful man, and therefore I have nothing to do with God.
Nature would have taught him to reason as Peter did, Lord depart from me, I am a sinful man, and Therefore I have nothing to do with God.
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So our Saviour Christ, Come unto me all ye that are weary and heavy laden:
So our Saviour christ, Come unto me all you that Are weary and heavy laden:
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they think of all people they ought to run from God, they are so laden with sin, they have nothing to do with God:
they think of all people they ought to run from God, they Are so laden with since, they have nothing to do with God:
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Oh, come unto me saith Christ.O, come unto me Says christ.
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Therefore when thy conscience is awakened with the sense of sin, remember what is said in the Gospel, Be of good comfort, be calleth thee:
Therefore when thy conscience is awakened with the sense of since, Remember what is said in the Gospel, Be of good Comfort, be calls thee:
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be thou of good comfort, thou art one that Christ calls, Come unto me ye that are we ary and heavy laden:
be thou of good Comfort, thou art one that christ calls, Come unto me you that Are we ary and heavy laden:
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and Blessed are those that mourn. and Blessed Are those that mourn.
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That which thou and the Divel with thy conscience would move thee to use as an argument to run away, our Saviour Christ in the Gospel useth as an argument to draw thee forward:
That which thou and the devil with thy conscience would move thee to use as an argument to run away, our Saviour christ in the Gospel uses as an argument to draw thee forward:
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he comes for such, to seek, and to save the lost sinners This is a faithful saying (saith St. Paul) that Christ came to save sinners: therefore believe not Satan:
he comes for such, to seek, and to save the lost Sinners This is a faithful saying (Says Saint Paul) that christ Come to save Sinners: Therefore believe not Satan:
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he presents God to the soul that is humbled and terrified in the sight of sin,
he presents God to the soul that is humbled and terrified in the sighed of since,
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as cruel as a terrible judge, &c. He hides the mercy of God from such: to men that are in a sinful course he shewes nothing but mercy.
as cruel as a terrible judge, etc. He hides the mercy of God from such: to men that Are in a sinful course he shows nothing but mercy.
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I, but now there is nothing but comfort to thee that art cast down and afflicted in the sence of thy sins:
I, but now there is nothing but Comfort to thee that art cast down and afflicted in the sense of thy Sins:
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for all the comforts in the Gospel of forgivenesse of sins, and all the comforts from Christs Incarnation, the end of his coming in the flesh, the end of his death,
for all the comforts in the Gospel of forgiveness of Sins, and all the comforts from Christ Incarnation, the end of his coming in the Flesh, the end of his death,
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and of all, is to save sinners.
and of all, is to save Sinners.
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Look thou therefore to the throne of mercy and grace, when thy conscience shall be awakened with the sence of sin,
Look thou Therefore to the throne of mercy and grace, when thy conscience shall be awakened with the sense of since,
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and Satan shall use that as an argument to draw thee from God;
and Satan shall use that as an argument to draw thee from God;
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consider the Scripture useth this as an argument to drive me to God, to allure me to him:
Consider the Scripture uses this as an argument to drive me to God, to allure me to him:
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Come unto me all ye that are weary and heavy laden. And Christ came to seek, and to save that which was lost. Come unto me all you that Are weary and heavy laden. And christ Come to seek, and to save that which was lost.
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Luther, a man much exercised in Spiritual conflicts, he confessed this was the Balme that did most refresh his soul, God hath shut up all under sin that he might have mercy upon all. Luther, a man much exercised in Spiritual conflicts, he confessed this was the Balm that did most refresh his soul, God hath shut up all under since that he might have mercy upon all.
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He shut up all under sin as prisoners, to see themselves under sin, and under the curse, that he might have mercy upon all, upon all those that are convinced with the sence and sight of their sins, he hath shut up all under sin, that he might have mercy upon all those that belong to him.
He shut up all under since as Prisoners, to see themselves under since, and under the curse, that he might have mercy upon all, upon all those that Are convinced with the sense and sighed of their Sins, he hath shut up all under since, that he might have mercy upon all those that belong to him.
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This raised up that blessed man: therefore let us not be much discomforted, but be of good comfort, Christ calls us.
This raised up that blessed man: Therefore let us not be much discomforted, but be of good Comfort, christ calls us.
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For such as are sinners, that are given to the sins of the tongue, and of the life, to rotten discourse, to swearing and such like, to such as mean to be so, and think their case good;
For such as Are Sinners, that Are given to the Sins of the tongue, and of the life, to rotten discourse, to swearing and such like, to such as mean to be so, and think their case good;
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oh, God is the God of comfort, To such as I said before, I can speak no comfort,
o, God is the God of Comfort, To such as I said before, I can speak no Comfort,
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nor the word of God speaks none: they must have another Word, and another Scripture:
nor the word of God speaks none: they must have Another Word, and Another Scripture:
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for this word speaks no comfort to such that are sinful and wretched, and will be so,
for this word speaks no Comfort to such that Are sinful and wretched, and will be so,
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and justifie themselves to be so.
and justify themselves to be so.
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All the judgments in the Scripture are theirs, hell, and damnation and wrath, that is their portion to drink.
All the Judgments in the Scripture Are theirs, hell, and damnation and wrath, that is their portion to drink.
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We can speak no comfort to such, nor the word of God that we unfold:
We can speak no Comfort to such, nor the word of God that we unfold:
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it hath not a drop of comfort for them, God will not be merciful to such as go on in wicked, rotten, scandalous courses, that because hell hath not yet taken them, they may live long,
it hath not a drop of Comfort for them, God will not be merciful to such as go on in wicked, rotten, scandalous courses, that Because hell hath not yet taken them, they may live long,
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and so make a covenant with hell and death, and blesse themselves.
and so make a Covenant with hell and death, and bless themselves.
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Oh, but thou hast made no covenant with God, nor he hath made none with thee,
O, but thou hast made no Covenant with God, nor he hath made none with thee,
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and hell, and death have made no covenant with thee:
and hell, and death have made no Covenant with thee:
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though thou hast made one with them, but there are two words go to a covenant:
though thou hast made one with them, but there Are two words go to a Covenant:
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Death and Hell shall seize upon thee notwithstanding thy covenant. Those that will live in sin in despight of the ministery, in spight of afflictions:
Death and Hell shall seize upon thee notwithstanding thy Covenant. Those that will live in since in despite of the Ministry, in spite of afflictions:
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there is no comfort to such, I speak only to the broken heart, which are fit vessels for comfort:
there is no Comfort to such, I speak only to the broken heart, which Are fit vessels for Comfort:
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God is the God of comfort to such:
God is the God of Comfort to such:
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What shall we say then to such, as after they have had some evidence of their good estate, that they are Christians, are fallen into sin? is there any comfort for such?
What shall we say then to such, as After they have had Some evidence of their good estate, that they Are Christians, Are fallen into since? is there any Comfort for such?
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Yes, doth not St. Paul in 2 Cor. 5. desire such to be reconciled to God? we are as Ambassadors of Christ desiring you to be reconciled if you have sinned:
Yes, does not Saint Paul in 2 Cor. 5. desire such to be reconciled to God? we Are as ambassadors of christ desiring you to be reconciled if you have sinned:
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so God hath comfort for those that have sinned:
so God hath Comfort for those that have sinned:
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Christ knew that we should every day run into sins unawares, therefore he teaches us in the Lords prayer to say every day forgive us our debts, our trespasses:
christ knew that we should every day run into Sins unawares, Therefore he Teaches us in the lords prayer to say every day forgive us our debts, our Trespasses:
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there is Balme in Gilead, there is mercie in Israel for such daylie trespasses as we run into.
there is Balm in Gilead, there is mercy in Israel for such daily Trespasses as we run into.
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Therefore let none be discouraged, but flie presently to the God of comfort, and Father of mercies.
Therefore let none be discouraged, but fly presently to the God of Comfort, and Father of Mercies.
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And think not that he is wearie of pardoning as man is:
And think not that he is weary of pardoning as man is:
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for he is infinite in mercy And though he be the party offended, yet he desires peace with us.
for he is infinite in mercy And though he be the party offended, yet he Desires peace with us.
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But yet notwithstanding, that we shall not love to run into his Bookes, he doth with giving the comfort of the pardon of sin (when we fall into it) add such sharpe crosses,
But yet notwithstanding, that we shall not love to run into his Books, he does with giving the Comfort of the pardon of since (when we fallen into it) add such sharp Crosses,
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as we shall wish we had not given him occasion to correct us so sharpely: we shall buy our comfort dear, we had better not have given him occasion.
as we shall wish we had not given him occasion to correct us so sharply: we shall buy our Comfort dear, we had better not have given him occasion.
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God forgave the sin of David after he had repented (though he were a good man before) but David bought the pleasure of his sin dear;
God forgave the since of David After he had repented (though he were a good man before) but David bought the pleasure of his since dear;
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he wished a thousand times that he had never given occasion to God, to raise good out of his evil, to turn his sin to his comfort:
he wished a thousand times that he had never given occasion to God, to raise good out of his evil, to turn his since to his Comfort:
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yet God will do this, because God would never have us in a state of despair.
yet God will do this, Because God would never have us in a state of despair.
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For other grievances besides sin, the comforts that we are to apply are more easie,
For other grievances beside since, the comforts that we Are to apply Are more easy,
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and they are infinite if we could reckon the particular comforts that God comforts his Children withall.
and they Are infinite if we could reckon the particular comforts that God comforts his Children withal.
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It is good to have generall comforts readie for all kind of maladies, and grievances,
It is good to have general comforts ready for all kind of maladies, and grievances,
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and this poor wretched life of ours (in our absence from God) is subject to.
and this poor wretched life of ours (in our absence from God) is Subject to.
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As for instance, that general comfort, the Covenant of grace, that is a spring of comfort, that God is our God, As for instance, that general Comfort, the Covenant of grace, that is a spring of Comfort, that God is our God,
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and Father in Christ, what can come from a gracious and good God in covenant with us,
and Father in christ, what can come from a gracious and good God in Covenant with us,
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but that which is good? nothing but what is favourably good I mean:
but that which is good? nothing but what is favourably good I mean:
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For the covenant is everlasting, when God takes once upon him to be our Father in Covenant, he is so for ever:
For the Covenant is everlasting, when God Takes once upon him to be our Father in Covenant, he is so for ever:
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Dum castigas pater, &c. While he corrects he is a father, and when he smiles upon us, he is a father.Dum castigas pater, etc. While he corrects he is a father, and when he smiles upon us, he is a father.
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God in the covenant of Grace takes upon him a relation that ever holds:
God in the Covenant of Grace Takes upon him a Relation that ever holds:
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The presence of God is a main, and a Grand comfort in all tribulation.
The presence of God is a main, and a Grand Comfort in all tribulation.
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as he is for ever the Father of Christ, so he is for ever the Father of those that are members of Christ,
as he is for ever the Father of christ, so he is for ever the Father of those that Are members of christ,
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and whatsover comes from the Father of mercy, whether he correct, or smile, whatsoever he doth is in mercy.
and whatsoever comes from the Father of mercy, whither he correct, or smile, whatsoever he does is in mercy.
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Again, in the middest of any grievance, remember the gracious promise of mitigation, 1 Cor. 10. 13. God will not suffer us to be tempted above our strength,
Again, in the midst of any grievance, Remember the gracious promise of mitigation, 1 Cor. 10. 13. God will not suffer us to be tempted above our strength,
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but he will give an issue to the temptation: he will give a mitigation, and either he will raise our strength to the temptation,but he will give an issue to the temptation: he will give a mitigation, and either he will raise our strength to the temptation,
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or he will bring the temptation and trial to our strength, he will fit them, and this is a comfort.
or he will bring the temptation and trial to our strength, he will fit them, and this is a Comfort.
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There is comfort likewise in all troubles whatsoever, of the presence of God, God will be present with us if once we be in Covenant with him:
There is Comfort likewise in all Troubles whatsoever, of the presence of God, God will be present with us if once we be in Covenant with him:
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he will be present in all trials to assist us, to strengthen us, to comfort us, to raise our spirits.
he will be present in all trials to assist us, to strengthen us, to Comfort us, to raise our spirits.
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And if God be present, he will banish all discomforts: for God is light, and where light is, darknesse vanisheth;
And if God be present, he will banish all discomforts: for God is Light, and where Light is, darkness Vanishes;
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Now God being the Father of light, that is, of all comfort:
Now God being the Father of Light, that is, of all Comfort:
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where he is present, he banisheth discomfort in what measure he is pleased to banish it.
where he is present, he banisheth discomfort in what measure he is pleased to banish it.
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Therefore David often reasoneth from the presence of God to the defiance of all troubles, Psal. 3. If God be with me, I will not fear ten Thousand that are against me.
Therefore David often reasoneth from the presence of God to the defiance of all Troubles, Psalm 3. If God be with me, I will not Fear ten Thousand that Are against me.
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And in Psal. 23. Though I walk in the valley of the shaddow of death, I will not fear, for thou art with me.
And in Psalm 23. Though I walk in the valley of the shadow of death, I will not Fear, for thou art with me.
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And if God be with us, who can be against us? Rom. 8. And when thou passest through the fire, I will be with thee, &c. I will be with thee, not to keep thee out, but to uphold thee;And if God be with us, who can be against us? Rom. 8. And when thou passest through the fire, I will be with thee, etc. I will be with thee, not to keep thee out, but to uphold thee;
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As he did the Mariyrs, there was a fire of comfort in them, above that fire that consumed their bodies:
As he did the Mariyrs, there was a fire of Comfort in them, above that fire that consumed their bodies:
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and as we see he was with the Three Children; there was a fourth like the Son of God.
and as we see he was with the Three Children; there was a fourth like the Son of God.
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So in all tribulations there is another with us, that is, the Spirit of God that comforts us in all,
So in all tribulations there is Another with us, that is, the Spirit of God that comforts us in all,
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and is present with us in all.
and is present with us in all.
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The Goldsmith when he puts the wedge into the fire, he stands by till the drosse be consumed:
The Goldsmith when he puts the wedge into the fire, he Stands by till the dross be consumed:
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so God is with his Children in the furnace of affliction:
so God is with his Children in the furnace of affliction:
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he brings them into affliction, he continues with them in affliction, and he brings them at last out of affliction.
he brings them into affliction, he continues with them in affliction, and he brings them At last out of affliction.
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Besides, in all that befalls us whatsoever, consider the end, all is for a good end:
Beside, in all that befalls us whatsoever, Consider the end, all is for a good end:
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All things work together for the best to them that love God (saith St. Paul) Why do we endure Physick? because we know the Physitian is wise,All things work together for the best to them that love God (Says Saint Paul) Why do we endure Physic? Because we know the physician is wise,
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and he is our friend, and he doth it to carry away burdensome hurtful humours, we shall be better and lighter afterwards;
and he is our friend, and he does it to carry away burdensome hurtful humours, we shall be better and lighter afterwards;
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do we do this in our common course in the things of this life? Grace will much more certainly teach us to do it, to reason, it is from a father,
do we do this in our Common course in the things of this life? Grace will much more Certainly teach us to do it, to reason, it is from a father,
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and it is for my good.
and it is for my good.
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Let us look whence it comes, and what it tends to, with the promise of mitigation,
Let us look whence it comes, and what it tends to, with the promise of mitigation,
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and of Gods presence in our troubles;
and of God's presence in our Troubles;
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these are main comforts, if we could think of them, if the Divel did not take them out of our memorie.
these Are main comforts, if we could think of them, if the devil did not take them out of our memory.
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And for the first ground of comfort that God doth comfort us withall, in all tribulations, it is the promise of finall deliverance, and finall comfort for ever;
And for the First ground of Comfort that God does Comfort us withal, in all tribulations, it is the promise of final deliverance, and final Comfort for ever;
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if none will raise our souls, that will: when we shall consider that it will not be long.
if none will raise our Souls, that will: when we shall Consider that it will not be long.
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The short afflctions in this world, bring an eternal weight of glory: there will be a finall deliverance.The short afflictions in this world, bring an Eternal weight of glory: there will be a final deliverance.
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Life it self that is the subject that receives affliction, that is short, our life is but a moment,
Life it self that is the Subject that receives affliction, that is short, our life is but a moment,
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therefore our afflictions must be short.
Therefore our afflictions must be short.
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Life is longer then discomforts, there is but a peece of our life subject to miseries;
Life is longer then discomforts, there is but a piece of our life Subject to misery's;
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and if that be but a vapour, but a moment, and as a point between eternity before,
and if that be but a vapour, but a moment, and as a point between eternity before,
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and eternity after, what are the miseries of this life? certainly they are but for a moment.
and eternity After, what Are the misery's of this life? Certainly they Are but for a moment.
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Therefore the promise of final deliverance, when all teares shall be wiped from our eyes; this should comfort us if nothing else would.
Therefore the promise of final deliverance, when all tears shall be wiped from our eyes; this should Comfort us if nothing Else would.
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This is the way therefore whereby God usually comforts by suggesting the heads and springs of comfort.
This is the Way Therefore whereby God usually comforts by suggesting the Heads and springs of Comfort.
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And indeed there is a daily method of comforting, whereby we may comfort our selves in all crosses,
And indeed there is a daily method of comforting, whereby we may Comfort our selves in all Crosses,
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if we would use that daily method, and order of comfort. As there is a kind of diet to keep the bodie in temper;
if we would use that daily method, and order of Comfort. As there is a kind of diet to keep the body in temper;
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so there is a kind of spirituall diet to keep the soul in temper, in a course of comfort,
so there is a kind of spiritual diet to keep the soul in temper, in a course of Comfort,
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unlesse it be when God takes liberty to cast down, for some special end, as we see in Job.
unless it be when God Takes liberty to cast down, for Some special end, as we see in Job.
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Therefore let us take this course (for God as he comforteth us, so he comforts us as understanding creatures, he useth our understanding to consider how we should comfort our selves,
Therefore let us take this course (for God as he comforts us, so he comforts us as understanding creatures, he uses our understanding to Consider how we should Comfort our selves,
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and after we are once in a state of comfort, if we be not wanting to our selves, there is no great difficultie to keep our comfort;
and After we Are once in a state of Comfort, if we be not wanting to our selves, there is no great difficulty to keep our Comfort;
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there are meanes to keep daily comfort: God hath provided them, and he will be present to make good all his comforts.
there Are means to keep daily Comfort: God hath provided them, and he will be present to make good all his comforts.
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Grant it therefore that we are in the covenant of Grace, that God is our Father in Christ,
Grant it Therefore that we Are in the Covenant of Grace, that God is our Father in christ,
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and we take him to be our God, to be all sufficient, then to keep our selves in a daily temper for comfort, every day keep our souls tender, that we may be capable of comfort, keep the wound open that we may receive balme, that there grow not a deadnesse upon the heart, considering that while we live here, there is alway some sin in us that must be wrought out by some course or other;
and we take him to be our God, to be all sufficient, then to keep our selves in a daily temper for Comfort, every day keep our Souls tender, that we may be capable of Comfort, keep the wound open that we may receive balm, that there grow not a deadness upon the heart, considering that while we live Here, there is always Some since in us that must be wrought out by Some course or other;
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let us trie and search our souls, what ill is in the wound, let us keep it open and tender, that there may be a fitnesse for mercy to receive the balme of comfort, which will not be, if we slubber over.
let us try and search our Souls, what ill is in the wound, let us keep it open and tender, that there may be a fitness for mercy to receive the balm of Comfort, which will not be, if we slubber over.
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Certainly it is an excellent course every day to search our hearts and wayes, and presently to apply the balme of comfort, the promise of pardon;
Certainly it is an excellent course every day to search our hearts and ways, and presently to apply the balm of Comfort, the promise of pardon;
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take the present, when we have searched the wound, to get pardon and forgivenesse daily, as we sin daily, Christ bids us ask it daily.
take the present, when we have searched the wound, to get pardon and forgiveness daily, as we sin daily, christ bids us ask it daily.
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This will make us fit for comfort by discerning the estate of our souls, and the remainders of corruption.
This will make us fit for Comfort by discerning the estate of our Souls, and the remainders of corruption.
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That which sharpens appetite and makes the balme of God to be sweet indeed, is the sence of,
That which sharpens appetite and makes the balm of God to be sweet indeed, is the sense of,
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and the keeping open of our wound: a daily search into our wants, and weaknesses; a daily fresh sight of the body of sin in us:
and the keeping open of our wound: a daily search into our Wants, and Weaknesses; a daily fresh sighed of the body of since in us:
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and experience how it is fruitful in ill thoughts, and desires and actions, this will drive us to a necessity of daily comfort.
and experience how it is fruitful in ill thoughts, and Desires and actions, this will drive us to a necessity of daily Comfort.
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And certainly a fresh sight of our corruptions, it is never without some fresh comfort.
And Certainly a fresh sighed of our corruptions, it is never without Some fresh Comfort.
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We see St. Paul Rom. 7. he sets himself to this work, to complain of his indisposition by reason of sin in him;
We see Saint Paul Rom. 7. he sets himself to this work, to complain of his indisposition by reason of since in him;
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and how doth he end that sight and search into his own estate? he ends in a triumphing manner, Thanks be to God through Jesus Christ our Lord:
and how does he end that sighed and search into his own estate? he ends in a triumphing manner, Thanks be to God through jesus christ our Lord:
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There is no condemnation to them that are in Christ Jesus. There is no condemnation to them that Are in christ jesus.
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After he had complained, Oh miserable man that I am who shall deliver me from this bodie of death.
After he had complained, O miserable man that I am who shall deliver me from this body of death.
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There can be no danger in a deep search into our waies and hearts, if this be laid as a ground before, that there is more supplie,
There can be no danger in a deep search into our ways and hearts, if this be laid as a ground before, that there is more supply,
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and heavenly comfort in God and the promises of God, then there can be ill in our souls,
and heavenly Comfort in God and the promises of God, then there can be ill in our Souls,
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then the more ill we find in our selves, the more we are disposed to fetch grounds of comfort from God.
then the more ill we find in our selves, the more we Are disposed to fetch grounds of Comfort from God.
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And together with this searching of our souls and asking daily pardon, let us for the time to come renew our covenant with God, that we may have the comfort of a good conscience to get pardon for our sins past,
And together with this searching of our Souls and asking daily pardon, let us for the time to come renew our Covenant with God, that we may have the Comfort of a good conscience to get pardon for our Sins past,
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and renew our resolutions for the time to come. And withall that we may use an orderly course of comfort:
and renew our resolutions for the time to come. And withal that we may use an orderly course of Comfort:
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let us every day feed on Christ, the food of life, let us every day feed upon something in Christ;
let us every day feed on christ, the food of life, let us every day feed upon something in christ;
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consider the death of Christ, the satisfaction he hath made by his death; his intercession in Heaven;
Consider the death of christ, the satisfaction he hath made by his death; his Intercession in Heaven;
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his blood runs afresh that we may every day feed on it.
his blood runs afresh that we may every day feed on it.
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We may run every day into new offences against the law, to new neglect of duty, into new crosses;
We may run every day into new offences against the law, to new neglect of duty, into new Crosses;
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let us feed upon Christ, he came into the World to save sinners, to make us happie with peace of conscience here, and with Glorie afterward.
let us feed upon christ, he Come into the World to save Sinners, to make us happy with peace of conscience Here, and with Glory afterwards.
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Let us feed on Christ daily; as the bodie is fed with cordialls; so this feeds and comforts and strengthens the soul.
Let us feed on christ daily; as the body is fed with cordials; so this feeds and comforts and strengthens the soul.
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This is to live by faith, to lead our lives by faith, to feed on Christ every day.
This is to live by faith, to led our lives by faith, to feed on christ every day.
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And likewise, if we will keep our souls in a perpetual temper of comfort, let us every day meditate of some prerogatives of Christians, that may raise our souls:
And likewise, if we will keep our Souls in a perpetual temper of Comfort, let us every day meditate of Some prerogatives of Christians, that may raise our Souls:
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Let us single out some or other. As for example, that excellent prerogative to be the Sons of God:
Let us single out Some or other. As for Exampl, that excellent prerogative to be the Sons of God:
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What love? saith the Apostle, that we of Rebels and Traitors, in Christ should be made the sons of God? That of slaves, we should be made Servants, of servants sons, of sons heires,
What love? Says the Apostle, that we of Rebels and Traitors, in christ should be made the Sons of God? That of slaves, we should be made Servants, of Servants Sons, of Sons Heirs,
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Besides, it is a good foundation against the evil day, every good action, as the Apostle sayth to Timothie, it layes up a good foundation.
Beside, it is a good Foundation against the evil day, every good actium, as the Apostle say to Timothy, it lays up a good Foundation.
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The more good we do, the more we are assured, that our faith is not hypocritical,
The more good we do, the more we Are assured, that our faith is not hypocritical,
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but sound, and good, and will hold out in the time of tryall.
but found, and good, and will hold out in the time of trial.
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as Christ by little and little satisfyed for our sins, and not all at once.
as christ by little and little satisfied for our Sins, and not all At once.
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and of heires, fellow-heires with Christ, what prerogative is this, that God should give his Son, to mak us that were Rebels sons, heires and fellow heires with Christ? And to consider what follows upon this liberty, that we have from the curse of the Law, to goe to God boldly, to go to the throne of Grace through Christ our elder brother by prayer, to think of eternall life as our inheritance, to think of God above as our Father, Let us think of our prerogatives of Religion, adoption and justification, &c. Upon necessity we are driven to it, if we consider the grievances of this world, together with our corruptions:
and of Heirs, fellow-heirs with christ, what prerogative is this, that God should give his Son, to make us that were Rebels Sons, Heirs and fellow Heirs with christ? And to Consider what follows upon this liberty, that we have from the curse of the Law, to go to God boldly, to go to the throne of Grace through christ our elder brother by prayer, to think of Eternal life as our inheritance, to think of God above as our Father, Let us think of our prerogatives of Religion, adoption and justification, etc. Upon necessity we Are driven to it, if we Consider the grievances of this world, together with our corruptions:
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our corruptions, and afflictions, and temptations, and desertions, one thing or other will drive us to go out of our selves for comfort, to feed on the benefits by Christ.
our corruptions, and afflictions, and temptations, and desertions, one thing or other will drive us to go out of our selves for Comfort, to feed on the benefits by christ.
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And consider what he hath done, it is for us:
And Consider what he hath done, it is for us:
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the execution of his office, and all for us, what he is, what he did, what he suffered, what procured, all is for us.
the execution of his office, and all for us, what he is, what he did, what he suffered, what procured, all is for us.
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The soul delighting it self in these prerogatives, it will keep the soul in a perpetuall estate of comfort.
The soul delighting it self in these prerogatives, it will keep the soul in a perpetual estate of Comfort.
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Therefore the Scripture sets forth Christ by all terms that may be comfortable, he is the door to let us in, He is the way, the truth and the life, the water and the bread, &c. In sinne, he is our righteousness, in death he is our life, in our ignorance he is our way, in spirituall hunger and thirst, he is the bread and water of life, he is all in all:
Therefore the Scripture sets forth christ by all terms that may be comfortable, he is the door to let us in, He is the Way, the truth and the life, the water and the bred, etc. In sin, he is our righteousness, in death he is our life, in our ignorance he is our Way, in spiritual hunger and thirst, he is the bred and water of life, he is all in all:
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And if we cannot think of some prerogative of Christianity, then think of some promise, (as I said before) think of the Covenant of Grace, there is a spring of comfort in that, that God in Christ is our God to death,
And if we cannot think of Some prerogative of Christianity, then think of Some promise, (as I said before) think of the Covenant of Grace, there is a spring of Comfort in that, that God in christ is our God to death,
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and for ever, and that promise I speak of, that All things shall work for the best.
and for ever, and that promise I speak of, that All things shall work for the best.
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Let us every day think of these things, and suggest them to our owne souls, that our souls may be affected with them,
Let us every day think of these things, and suggest them to our own Souls, that our Souls may be affected with them,
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and digest them, that our souls and they may be one, (as it were.)
and digest them, that our Souls and they may be one, (as it were.)
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And every day stirre up our hearts to be thankfull, a thankfull heart can never want comfort,
And every day stir up our hearts to be thankful, a thankful heart can never want Comfort,
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for it cannot be done without some comfort and chearefulness, and when God receives any praise and glory, he answers it with comfort;
for it cannot be done without Some Comfort and chearefulness, and when God receives any praise and glory, he answers it with Comfort;
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a thankfull heart is alway comfortable.
a thankful heart is always comfortable.
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And let us stirre up our hearts to be fruitfull in the holy actions, the reward of a fruitfull life is a comfortable life, besides Heaven, God alway in this life gives a present reward to any good action, it is rewarded with peace of conscience.
And let us stir up our hearts to be fruitful in the holy actions, the reward of a fruitful life is a comfortable life, beside Heaven, God always in this life gives a present reward to any good actium, it is rewarded with peace of conscience.
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It will be a good foundation, that we have had evidence before that we have a sound and fruitful faith.
It will be a good Foundation, that we have had evidence before that we have a found and fruitful faith.
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What do wicked men, carelesse, sinful creatures, that go on in a course of prophanenesse,
What do wicked men, careless, sinful creatures, that go on in a course of profaneness,
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and blasphemie & c? they lay a ground of despaire, a ground of discomfort to be swallowed up in the evil day:
and blasphemy & c? they lay a ground of despair, a ground of discomfort to be swallowed up in the evil day:
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then conscience will be awaked at the last, and Satan will be ready to joyn with conscience,
then conscience will be awaked At the last, and Satan will be ready to join with conscience,
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and conscience will seal all the accusations that Satan layes against them, and where is the poor soul then? As it is with them,
and conscience will seal all the accusations that Satan lays against them, and where is the poor soul then? As it is with them,
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so, on the contrary the Christian soul that doth good, besides the present comfort of a good conscience, it layes a good foundation against the time to come:
so, on the contrary the Christian soul that does good, beside the present Comfort of a good conscience, it lays a good Foundation against the time to come:
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for in the worst times, it can reason with it self, my faith is not fruitlesse, I am not an hypocrite;
for in the worst times, it can reason with it self, my faith is not fruitless, I am not an hypocrite;
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though the fruits of it be weak, and mixed with corruptions, yet there is truth in them;
though the fruits of it be weak, and mixed with corruptions, yet there is truth in them;
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this will comfort us when nothing else will. Therefore let us every day be setting our selves in some good way;
this will Comfort us when nothing Else will. Therefore let us every day be setting our selves in Some good Way;
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for comfort is in comfortable courses, and not in ill courses: in Gods waies we shall have Gods comforts.
for Comfort is in comfortable courses, and not in ill courses: in God's ways we shall have God's comforts.
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In those waies let us exercise the spiritual strength we have:
In those ways let us exercise the spiritual strength we have:
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let us pray to God and performe the exercise of Religion with strength, shew some zeal in it:
let us pray to God and perform the exercise of Religion with strength, show Some zeal in it:
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let us shew some zeal against sin, if occasion be, if it be in Gods work, in Gods way.
let us show Some zeal against since, if occasion be, if it be in God's work, in God's Way.
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Let a man set himself upon a good worke, especially when it is in opposition;
Let a man Set himself upon a good work, especially when it is in opposition;
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for the honour of God, and the peace of his conscience, presently there is comfort upon it.
for the honour of God, and the peace of his conscience, presently there is Comfort upon it.
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And that we may not be discouraged with the imperfection of our performances, one way of daily comfort is to consider the condition of the covenant of Grace between God and us.
And that we may not be discouraged with the imperfection of our performances, one Way of daily Comfort is to Consider the condition of the Covenant of Grace between God and us.
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In the covenant of Grace our performances if they be sincere they are accepted, and it is the perfection of the Gospel, sincerity.
In the Covenant of Grace our performances if they be sincere they Are accepted, and it is the perfection of the Gospel, sincerity.
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Sincerity will look God in the face with comfort, because he is with the upright; so much truth in all our dealings, so much comfort.
Sincerity will look God in the face with Comfort, Because he is with the upright; so much truth in all our dealings, so much Comfort.
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And with sincerity labour for growth, to grow better and better.
And with sincerity labour for growth, to grow better and better.
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God in the Gospel meanes to bring us to perfection in heaven by little and little.
God in the Gospel means to bring us to perfection in heaven by little and little.
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In the law there was present perfection required;
In the law there was present perfection required;
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but in the Gospel, God requires that we should come to perfection by little and little,
but in the Gospel, God requires that we should come to perfection by little and little,
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In the condition of the covenant of Grace, we must live and grow by grace by little and little, and not all at once.
In the condition of the Covenant of Grace, we must live and grow by grace by little and little, and not all At once.
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The condition of the covenant of grace is not to him that hath strength of grace in perfection;
The condition of the Covenant of grace is not to him that hath strength of grace in perfection;
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but if we believe and labour to walke with God, if there be truth of Grace, truth goes for perfection in the covenant of Grace.
but if we believe and labour to walk with God, if there be truth of Grace, truth Goes for perfection in the Covenant of Grace.
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We should labour for sound knowledge of the covenant of Grace, that now we are freed from the rigor as well as from the curse of the law, that though we have imperfections,
We should labour for found knowledge of the Covenant of Grace, that now we Are freed from the rigor as well as from the curse of the law, that though we have imperfections,
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yet God will be our father, and in this condition of imperfection he will be a pardoning father,
yet God will be our father, and in this condition of imperfection he will be a pardoning father,
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and lookes on our obedience though it be feeble and weak, and imperfect: (yet being the obedience of children in the covenant of grace) and he accepts of what is his owne, and pardons what is ours.
and looks on our Obedience though it be feeble and weak, and imperfect: (yet being the Obedience of children in the Covenant of grace) and he accepts of what is his own, and Pardons what is ours.
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And every day labour to preserve the comforts of the spirit that we have, not to grieve the spirit, And every day labour to preserve the comforts of the Spirit that we have, not to grieve the Spirit,
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for comfort comes with the spirit of God, as heat accompanies the fire. As wheresoever fire is, there is heat:
for Comfort comes with the Spirit of God, as heat Accompanies the fire. As wheresoever fire is, there is heat:
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so wheresoever the spirit of God is, there is comfort:
so wheresoever the Spirit of God is, there is Comfort:
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because the spirit of God is God, and God is with comfort, wheresoever comfort is, God is,
Because the Spirit of God is God, and God is with Comfort, wheresoever Comfort is, God is,
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and wheresoever God is, there is comfort.
and wheresoever God is, there is Comfort.
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If we would have comfort continually every day, let us carefully watch that we give way to the spirit of God, by good actions, and meditations, and exercises.
If we would have Comfort continually every day, let us carefully watch that we give Way to the Spirit of God, by good actions, and meditations, and exercises.
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And by no meanes grieve the spirit, or resist the spirit, for then we resist comfort.
And by no means grieve the Spirit, or resist the Spirit, for then we resist Comfort.
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If we speake any thing that is ill, we lose our comfort for that time, conscience will check us, we have grieved the spirit.
If we speak any thing that is ill, we loose our Comfort for that time, conscience will check us, we have grieved the Spirit.
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If we heare any thing with applause, and are not touched with it, we lose our comfort, conscience will tell us we are dead-hearted,
If we hear any thing with applause, and Are not touched with it, we loose our Comfort, conscience will tell us we Are deadhearted,
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and not affected as we should be:
and not affected as we should be:
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there is a great deal of flesh and corruption that is affected with such rotten discourse.
there is a great deal of Flesh and corruption that is affected with such rotten discourse.
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And so if we venture upon occasions we shall grieve the spirit, either if we speak somewhat to satisfie others that are nought,
And so if we venture upon occasions we shall grieve the Spirit, either if we speak somewhat to satisfy Others that Are nought,
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or if we hear somewhat that is ill from others. Want of wisdome in this kind, doth make us go without comfort many times:
or if we hear somewhat that is ill from Others. Want of Wisdom in this kind, does make us go without Comfort many times:
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want of wisdom to single out our companie, or else if we be with such, to do that, that may please them,
want of Wisdom to single out our company, or Else if we be with such, to do that, that may please them,
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and grieve the spirit, and hinder our own comfort.
and grieve the Spirit, and hinder our own Comfort.
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These and such like directions if we would observe, we might walk in a course of comfort:
These and such like directions if we would observe, we might walk in a course of Comfort:
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the God of comfort hath prescribed this in the book of comfort.
the God of Comfort hath prescribed this in the book of Comfort.
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These are the courses for Gods children, to walk in a comfortable way till they come to heaven.
These Are the courses for God's children, to walk in a comfortable Way till they come to heaven.
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More especially, if we would at any time take a more full measure of comfort,
More especially, if we would At any time take a more full measure of Comfort,
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then take the book of God into your hand, those are comforts, that refresh the soul:
then take the book of God into your hand, those Are comforts, that refresh the soul:
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single out some speciall portion of scripture, and there you shall have a world of comfort. As for example;
single out Some special portion of scripture, and there you shall have a world of Comfort. As for Exampl;
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let a man single out the epistle to the Romans, if a man be in any grievance whatsoever, what a world of comfort is there fitting for every maladie? there is a method how to come to comfort.
let a man single out the epistle to the Roman, if a man be in any grievance whatsoever, what a world of Comfort is there fitting for every malady? there is a method how to come to Comfort.
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There St. Paul in the beginning, first strips all men of confidence of any thing in themselves,
There Saint Paul in the beginning, First strips all men of confidence of any thing in themselves,
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and tells them that no man can be saved by works, Jewes nor Gentiles, but all by the righteousnesse of God in Christ:
and tells them that no man can be saved by works, Jews nor Gentiles, but all by the righteousness of God in christ:
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All are deprived of the Glorie of God, Jewes, and Gentiles, every bodie:All Are deprived of the Glory of God, Jews, and Gentiles, every body:
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And when we are brought to Christ, he tells us (in the later end of the third Chapter) that by Christ we have the forgivenesse of all our former sins whatsoever, he is the propitiation for our sins.
And when we Are brought to christ, he tells us (in the later end of the third Chapter) that by christ we have the forgiveness of all our former Sins whatsoever, he is the propitiation for our Sins.
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In the 4. Chapter he comforts us by the example of Abraham, and David, that they were justified without works by faith, not by works of their own,
In the 4. Chapter he comforts us by the Exampl of Abraham, and David, that they were justified without works by faith, not by works of their own,
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but by laying hold of the promises of comfort and salvation meerly by Christ: and all that saith St. Paul is written for us.
but by laying hold of the promises of Comfort and salvation merely by christ: and all that Says Saint Paul is written for us.
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But in the first Chapter especially, because all the miseries of this life come from the first Adam, because we are Children of the first Adam, death and miserie comes from that:
But in the First Chapter especially, Because all the misery's of this life come from the First Adam, Because we Are Children of the First Adam, death and misery comes from that:
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he opposeth the comfort in the second Adam, and he shewes that there is more comfort by the second Adam, then there is discomfort by the first.
he Opposeth the Comfort in the second Adam, and he shows that there is more Comfort by the second Adam, then there is discomfort by the First.
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Righteousnesse in the second Adam reigns to life everlasting, and Glorie.
Righteousness in the second Adam reigns to life everlasting, and Glory.
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Sin, and miserie came by the first, but there is the pardon of all sin, by the second Adam, he doth excellently oppose them in the latter end of that Chapter.
since, and misery Come by the First, but there is the pardon of all since, by the second Adam, he does excellently oppose them in the latter end of that Chapter.
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In the begining of the fifth Chapter he shewes there the method, and descent of joy, Being justified by faith (in Christ, we have peace with God:
In the beginning of the fifth Chapter he shows there the method, and descent of joy, Being justified by faith (in christ, we have peace with God:
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but this is to make you despaire in your selves, and to flie to the God of comfort;
but this is to make you despair in your selves, and to fly to the God of Comfort;
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Considering that by the righteousnesse of Christ we are freed from sin. We have peace with God through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Considering that by the righteousness of christ we Are freed from since. We have peace with God through jesus christ our Lord.
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And we have boldnesse to the Throne of Grace, and we rejoyce in tribulation, knowing that tribulation brings forth patience,
And we have boldness to the Throne of Grace, and we rejoice in tribulation, knowing that tribulation brings forth patience,
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and patience experience, and experience hope. and patience experience, and experience hope.
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He sets himself there of purpose to comfort in all tribulation, and he saith in these things we rejoyce, We rejoyce in tribulation.
He sets himself there of purpose to Comfort in all tribulation, and he Says in these things we rejoice, We rejoice in tribulation.
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I, but for our sins after our conversion, after we are in the state of Grace, what comfort is there for them? there is excellent comfort in the fifth of the Romans.
I, but for our Sins After our conversion, After we Are in the state of Grace, what Comfort is there for them? there is excellent Comfort in the fifth of the Roman.
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If when we were enemies he gave his son for us: if he saved us by the death of Christ when we were enemies;If when we were enemies he gave his son for us: if he saved us by the death of christ when we were enemies;
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much more Christ being alive, and in heaven, he will keep it for us, and keep us to salvation now when we are friends, seeing he died for us when we were enemies.
much more christ being alive, and in heaven, he will keep it for us, and keep us to salvation now when we Are Friends, seeing he died for us when we were enemies.
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I, but the remainders of corruption in this world trouble us, that troubles our comfort, the combate between the flesh, and the spirit;
I, but the remainders of corruption in this world trouble us, that Troubles our Comfort, the combat between the Flesh, and the Spirit;
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would you see comfort for that? you shall see it in Romans 7. Oh, miserable man, who shall deliver me from this body of death? Thanks be to God through Jesus Christ our Lord.
would you see Comfort for that? you shall see it in Romans 7. O, miserable man, who shall deliver me from this body of death? Thanks be to God through jesus christ our Lord.
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So he shewes there what way to have comfort in the combate between the flesh,
So he shows there what Way to have Comfort in the combat between the Flesh,
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and the Spirit, to search into our corruptions, to lay them open to God by confession.
and the Spirit, to search into our corruptions, to lay them open to God by Confessi.
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And then in the beginning of the eight Chapter saith he, there is no condemnation to them that are in Christ Jesus:
And then in the beginning of the eight Chapter Says he, there is no condemnation to them that Are in christ jesus:
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though there be sin, yet there is no condemnation, though there be this conflict between the flesh and the spirit: so he comforts them.
though there be since, yet there is no condemnation, though there be this conflict between the Flesh and the Spirit: so he comforts them.
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And for the afflictions that follow our corruptions in this life, there is a treasure of comfort against them in that Chapter:
And for the afflictions that follow our corruptions in this life, there is a treasure of Comfort against them in that Chapter:
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for doth he not say, if we suffer with him, we shall reign with him? And the same spirit helps our infirmities and teacheth us how to pray? We can never be uncomfortable if we can pray,
for does he not say, if we suffer with him, we shall Reign with him? And the same Spirit helps our infirmities and Teaches us how to pray? We can never be uncomfortable if we can pray,
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but there is a promise of the spirit that stirs up sighs, and groanes that cannot be expressed, and a Christian hath alway a spirit of prayer, at the least of sighs and groanes,
but there is a promise of the Spirit that stirs up sighs, and groans that cannot be expressed, and a Christian hath always a Spirit of prayer, At the least of sighs and groans,
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and God hears the sighs of his own spirit.
and God hears the sighs of his own Spirit.
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the law is for the Gospel, all serve to bring the soul to comfort. Therefore go to the word of God, any portion;
the law is for the Gospel, all serve to bring the soul to Comfort. Therefore go to the word of God, any portion;
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And what a grand comfort is that, that I named before vers. 28. All things work for the best to them that love God? And if God be with us who can be against us? And he sends us to Christ,
And what a grand Comfort is that, that I nam before vers. 28. All things work for the best to them that love God? And if God be with us who can be against us? And he sends us to christ,
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if Christ be dead, or rather risen again, who shall lay any thing to our charge? Christ is ascended to heaven, and makes intercession at the right hand of God.
if christ be dead, or rather risen again, who shall lay any thing to our charge? christ is ascended to heaven, and makes Intercession At the right hand of God.
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Though Satan lay our sins to our charge, Christ makes intercession in heaven at the right hand of God, he makes continuall intercession for our continuall breaches with God, who shall lay any thing to our charge? I,
Though Satan lay our Sins to our charge, christ makes Intercession in heaven At the right hand of God, he makes continual Intercession for our continual Breaches with God, who shall lay any thing to our charge? I,
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but all that power of hell and sin, and all labour to separate us from God, to breed division between God and us.
but all that power of hell and since, and all labour to separate us from God, to breed division between God and us.
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In the later end of that Chapter he bids defiance to all, what shall separate us from the love of God in Christ? it shall separate his love from Christ first, Gods love is found in Christ, he shall cease to love Christ if he cease to love us.
In the later end of that Chapter he bids defiance to all, what shall separate us from the love of God in christ? it shall separate his love from christ First, God's love is found in christ, he shall cease to love christ if he cease to love us.
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I, but we may afterward fall into an uncomfortable case.
I, but we may afterwards fallen into an uncomfortable case.
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For that he saith neither things present, nor things to come, shall be able to separate us.
For that he Says neither things present, nor things to come, shall be able to separate us.
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What an excellent spring of comfort is there in that reasoning vers. 32. If God spared not his own son,
What an excellent spring of Comfort is there in that reasoning vers. 32. If God spared not his own son,
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but gave him to death for us all, how shall he not with him give us all things e• … lse? How many streames may be drawn from that spring? if God spared not his own son,
but gave him to death for us all, how shall he not with him give us all things e• … lse? How many streams may be drawn from that spring? if God spared not his own son,
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but gave him to death for us all, how shall he not with him give us all things else in this world necessar, grace, provision,but gave him to death for us all, how shall he not with him give us all things Else in this world necessary, grace, provision,
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& protection, till he have brought us to heaven? If he have given Christ, he will give all;
& protection, till he have brought us to heaven? If he have given christ, he will give all;
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whatsoever is written, is written for our comfort. I mean this epistle, because I would name one instance for all.
whatsoever is written, is written for our Comfort. I mean this epistle, Because I would name one instance for all.
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All is written for our comfort, as he saith after in the same Epistle. The written word, or the word unfolded;All is written for our Comfort, as he Says After in the same Epistle. The written word, or the word unfolded;
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the end of preaching, is especially to comfort.
the end of preaching, is especially to Comfort.
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The Chirurgeon opens a wound, and the Physitian gives a purge, but all is to restore at the last, all that the Chirurgeon aimes at, is to close up the wound at the last;
The Chirurgeon Opens a wound, and the physician gives a purge, but all is to restore At the last, all that the Chirurgeon aims At, is to close up the wound At the last;
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so all our aime is to comfort.
so all our aim is to Comfort.
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We must cast you down, and shew you your miserie that you are in, and shew you, that if you continue in that course, hell, and damnation belongs to you;
We must cast you down, and show you your misery that you Are in, and show you, that if you continue in that course, hell, and damnation belongs to you;
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the Psalmes or any special part of the scripture, and that by the spirit of God will be a meanes to raise the soul, the spirit in the word joyning with the spirit in us will make a sweet close together,
the Psalms or any special part of the scripture, and that by the Spirit of God will be a means to raise the soul, the Spirit in the word joining with the Spirit in us will make a sweet close together,
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and comfort us in all tribulation. And have recourse daily to common principles: all the principles of religion serve for comfort, especially the Articles of the Creed.
and Comfort us in all tribulation. And have recourse daily to Common principles: all the principles of Religion serve for Comfort, especially the Articles of the Creed.
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I believe in God the father Almightie. I believe in God the father Almighty.
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What a spring of comfort is in that? what can befall from a father but it shall turn to good,
What a spring of Comfort is in that? what can befall from a father but it shall turn to good,
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and by a father Almightie, though he be never so strongly opposed, yet he will turn it to good, he is a father Almightie, and the Articles of Christ (every article hath ground of daily comfort) of his abasement in Christ, I see my self, he is my surety, the second Adam, I see my sins crucified with him.
and by a father Almighty, though he be never so strongly opposed, yet he will turn it to good, he is a father Almighty, and the Articles of christ (every article hath ground of daily Comfort) of his abasement in christ, I see my self, he is my surety, the second Adam, I see my Sins Crucified with him.
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This is the way to reape comfort when the conscience is disquieted;
This is the Way to reap Comfort when the conscience is disquieted;
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when I look upon my sins, not in my own conscience, but take it out there,
when I look upon my Sins, not in my own conscience, but take it out there,
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and see it in Christ dying, and crucified, in the Articles of abasement to see our sin, and miserie, all in Christ.
and see it in christ dying, and Crucified, in the Articles of abasement to see our since, and misery, all in christ.
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For he stood there as surety, as a publick person for all.
For he stood there as surety, as a public person for all.
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What a comfort is this? When I see how Christ was abased, I see my own comfort, for he was my surety:
What a Comfort is this? When I see how christ was abased, I see my own Comfort, for he was my surety:
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if my sins being laid on him, who was my surety, could not condemne him, or keep him in the grave, but overcame sin that was laid to his charge,
if my Sins being laid on him, who was my surety, could not condemn him, or keep him in the grave, but overcame since that was laid to his charge,
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surely I shall overcome my corruptions, nothing that I have shall overcome mee, because it could not overcome Christ my surety, his victorie is mine.
surely I shall overcome my corruptions, nothing that I have shall overcome me, Because it could not overcome christ my surety, his victory is mine.
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And so, if the soul be in any desolation, and discomfort, all the articles of his Glorification and exaltation, his rising again acquits the soul:
And so, if the soul be in any desolation, and discomfort, all the Articles of his Glorification and exaltation, his rising again acquits the soul:
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therefore my sins are satisfied for, because my surety is out of prison. And his ascending into heaven shewes my triumph; he lead captivity captive:
Therefore my Sins Are satisfied for, Because my surety is out of prison. And his ascending into heaven shows my triumph; he led captivity captive:
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and the enemies that are left are for the tryal of my faith, and not to conquer me;
and the enemies that Are left Are for the trial of my faith, and not to conquer me;
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for Christ hath Lead captivity captive, and is ascended into heaven, he led all in triumph,
for christ hath Led captivity captive, and is ascended into heaven, he led all in triumph,
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and sits at the right hand of God to rule his Church to the end of the World:
and sits At the right hand of God to Rule his Church to the end of the World:
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he sits for me to overcome my enemies, as St. Paul saith excellently Rom. 8. who shall lay any thing to the charge of Gods people? it is Christ that died,
he sits for me to overcome my enemies, as Saint Paul Says excellently Rom. 8. who shall lay any thing to the charge of God's people? it is christ that died,
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And if we be troubled for the loss of a particular friend, there is comfort in that article of the communion of Saints.
And if we be troubled for the loss of a particular friend, there is Comfort in that article of the communion of Saints.
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There are those that have more grace, and that is for me.
There Are those that have more grace, and that is for me.
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If my own prayers be weak, I believe the communion of Saints, and have the benefit of their prayers:
If my own Prayers be weak, I believe the communion of Saints, and have the benefit of their Prayers:
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every one that saith Our Father brings me in, if I be in the Covenant of grace,
every one that Says Our Father brings me in, if I be in the Covenant of grace,
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and of the Communion of Saints.
and of the Communion of Saints.
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If I have weaknesses in my self, I believe in the holy Ghost the comforter of Gods elect and my comforter.
If I have Weaknesses in my self, I believe in the holy Ghost the comforter of God's elect and my comforter.
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If I fear death, I believe the resurrection of the body. If I fear the day of judgment, I believe that Christ shall be my judge:
If I Fear death, I believe the resurrection of the body. If I Fear the day of judgement, I believe that christ shall be my judge:
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he shall come to judge the quick, and the dead.
he shall come to judge the quick, and the dead.
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In all the miseries of this life, considering that they are but short, I believe the life everlasting.
In all the misery's of this life, considering that they Are but short, I believe the life everlasting.
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So that indeed if we would dig to our selves springs of comfort, let us go to the Articles of our Faith,
So that indeed if we would dig to our selves springs of Comfort, let us go to the Articles of our Faith,
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and see how there are streams of comfort from every one answerable to all our particular exigences, and necessities whatsoever.
and see how there Are streams of Comfort from every one answerable to all our particular exigences, and necessities whatsoever.
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And to close up this point, remember whatsoever means we use, what prerogative soever we think of, whatsoever we do, remember we go to the God of comfort,
And to close up this point, Remember whatsoever means we use, what prerogative soever we think of, whatsoever we do, Remember we go to the God of Comfort,
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and desire him to blesse his Word in the ministery, and desire him to work in the Communion of Saints, with his Spirit to warm our hearts:
and desire him to bless his Word in the Ministry, and desire him to work in the Communion of Saints, with his Spirit to warm our hearts:
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alway remember to carry him along in all, that we may have comfort from the God of Comfort, who comforteth in all tribulations.
always Remember to carry him along in all, that we may have Comfort from the God of Comfort, who comforts in all tribulations.
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Next words are, That we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble.
Next words Are, That we may be able to Comfort them which Are in any trouble.
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These words shew the end why God doth comfort us in all tribulation. One main end is, that we should be comforted in our selves, that is the first.
These words show the end why God does Comfort us in all tribulation. One main end is, that we should be comforted in our selves, that is the First.
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And then ▪ that we being comforted our selves, from that ability should be able to derive comfort to others:
And then ▪ that we being comforted our selves, from that ability should be able to derive Comfort to Others:
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we are comforted in all tribulations, that we should be able to comfort them that are in any tribulation. we Are comforted in all tribulations, that we should be able to Comfort them that Are in any tribulation.
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It is not St. Pauls case only, and great men in Religion, Ministers and the like;
It is not Saint Paul's case only, and great men in Religion, Ministers and the like;
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it is not their lot and portion alone to be persecuted and troubled, but We are all in this life subject to disquiets and discomforts.
it is not their lot and portion alone to be persecuted and troubled, but We Are all in this life Subject to disquiets and discomforts.
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As a publick fountain or Conduit, every man hath as much right in it as another.
As a public fountain or Conduit, every man hath as much right in it as Another.
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Every one, whosoever will live Godly in Christ Jesus must suffer persecution. Therefore the Apostle saith not onely our tribulation: Every one, whosoever will live Godly in christ jesus must suffer persecution. Therefore the Apostle Says not only our tribulation:
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but that we may be able to comfort them that are in any trouble. Trouble is the portion of all Gods Children one with another:
but that we may be able to Comfort them that Are in any trouble. Trouble is the portion of all God's Children one with Another:
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I do but touch that by the way.
I do but touch that by the Way.
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But that which I shall more stand upon, it is the end, one main end why God comforteth, (especially Ministers, it is that they should be able to comfort others with the comforts that God hath comforted them withall:
But that which I shall more stand upon, it is the end, one main end why God comforts, (especially Ministers, it is that they should be able to Comfort Others with the comforts that God hath comforted them withal:
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That we may be able &c. Now you must conceive that this ability, it is not ability alone without will and practise,That we may be able etc. Now you must conceive that this ability, it is not ability alone without will and practise,
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as if he meant, God hath given me comfort, that I might be able to comfort others if I will, that is not Gods end only, that we may be able,
as if he meant, God hath given me Comfort, that I might be able to Comfort Others if I will, that is not God's end only, that we may be able,
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but that we may exercise our ability, that it may be ability in exercise.
but that we may exercise our ability, that it may be ability in exercise.
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As God doth not give a rich man riches to that end that he may be able to relieve others if he will:
As God does not give a rich man riches to that end that he may be able to relieve Others if he will:
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No, but if thou be a Child of God, he gives thee ability and will too, he gives an inward strength.
No, but if thou be a Child of God, he gives thee ability and will too, he gives an inward strength.
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So the meaning here is, not that we may be able to comfort others if we will,
So the meaning Here is, not that we may be able to Comfort Others if we will,
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but that we may be both able, and willing to comfort others.
but that we may be both able, and willing to Comfort Others.
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And to comfort others not only by our example, that because we have been comforted of God, so they shall be comforted;
And to Comfort Others not only by our Exampl, that Because we have been comforted of God, so they shall be comforted;
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it is good, but it is not the full extent of the Apostles meaning, for then the dead examples should comfort as well as the living.
it is good, but it is not the full extent of the Apostles meaning, for then the dead Examples should Comfort as well as the living.
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And indeed that is one way of comfort to consider the examples of former times:
And indeed that is one Way of Comfort to Consider the Examples of former times:
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but the Apostles meaning is, that I should comfort them not only by my example of Gods dealing with me, that they should look for the like comfort, that is but one degree.
but the Apostles meaning is, that I should Comfort them not only by my Exampl of God's dealing with me, that they should look for the like Comfort, that is but one degree.
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His meaning is further therefore, that we should be able to comfort them by Sympathizing with them:
His meaning is further Therefore, that we should be able to Comfort them by Sympathizing with them:
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as indeed it is a sweet comfort to those that are in distresse when others compassionate their estate.
as indeed it is a sweet Comfort to those that Are in distress when Others compassionate their estate.
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And not only so, by our example and sympathy with them, but likewise that we may be able to comfort them by the inward support,
And not only so, by our Exampl and Sympathy with them, but likewise that we may be able to Comfort them by the inward support,
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and strength, and light that we have found by the Spirit of God in our selves;
and strength, and Light that we have found by the Spirit of God in our selves;
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So in Religion, the graces and priviledges, and favours, they lie open as the prerogatives and priviledges of all Gods children:
So in Religion, the graces and privileges, and favours, they lie open as the prerogatives and privileges of all God's children:
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that is that that will enable us to comfort others, from that very support, and inward strength that we have found from God, by those graces,
that is that that will enable us to Comfort Others, from that very support, and inward strength that we have found from God, by those graces,
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and that particuliar strength and comfort that we have had.
and that particular strength and Comfort that we have had.
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When there is a sweet expressing of our inward comfort to them shewing something in our comfort that may raise them up in the like troubles that we were in,
When there is a sweet expressing of our inward Comfort to them showing something in our Comfort that may raise them up in the like Troubles that we were in,
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then the comfort will not be a dead comfort, when it comes from a man experienced.
then the Comfort will not be a dead Comfort, when it comes from a man experienced.
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Personated comfort, when a man takes upon him to comfort, that only speaks comfort, but feels not what he speaks, there is little life in it, we are comforted that we may comfort others, with feeling, having been comforted our selves before, with feeling and comfortable apprehensions in our selves.
Personated Comfort, when a man Takes upon him to Comfort, that only speaks Comfort, but feels not what he speaks, there is little life in it, we Are comforted that we may Comfort Others, with feeling, having been comforted our selves before, with feeling and comfortable apprehensions in our selves.
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The point considerable in the first place (to make way to the rest) is this, that Gods Children they have all of them interest in diuine comforts.
The point considerable in the First place (to make Way to the rest) is this, that God's Children they have all of them Interest in divine comforts.
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St. Paul was comforted, that he might comfort others: Divine comforts belong to all, they are the portion of all Gods people:
Saint Paul was comforted, that he might Comfort Others: Divine comforts belong to all, they Are the portion of all God's people:
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the meanest have interest as well the greatest. There is the same spiritual Physick for the poorest subject, and the greatest Monarch:
the Meanest have Interest as well the greatest. There is the same spiritual Physic for the Poorest Subject, and the greatest Monarch:
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there is the same spiritual comfort for the meanest, and for the greatest Christian in the World:
there is the same spiritual Comfort for the Meanest, and for the greatest Christian in the World:
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St. Paul hath the same comfort as St. Pauls children in the Faith. VVhat is the reason that they are communicable thus to all;
Saint Paul hath the same Comfort as Saint Paul's children in the Faith. What is the reason that they Are communicable thus to all;
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that they lie open to all.
that they lie open to all.
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God is the God and Father of all light and comfort, Christ is the Saviour of all:
God is the God and Father of all Light and Comfort, christ is the Saviour of all:
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all the priviledges of Religion belong to all equally, all are Sons, and Heirs, and all are alike Redeemed, the Brother of low degree,
all the privileges of Religion belong to all equally, all Are Sons, and Heirs, and all Are alike Redeemed, the Brother of low degree,
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and the Brother of h• … gh degree: they may differ in the references, and relations of this life:and the Brother of h• … Gh degree: they may differ in the references, and relations of this life:
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but in Christ all are alike.
but in christ all Are alike.
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Besides, it is the nature of spiritual priviledges and blessings, they are communicable to all alike without impairing, the more one hath the lesse another hath not, all have an equal share, every one hath interest intire, every one hath all without losse or hinderance to others.
Beside, it is the nature of spiritual privileges and blessings, they Are communicable to all alike without impairing, the more one hath the less Another hath not, all have an equal share, every one hath Interest entire, every one hath all without loss or hindrance to Others.
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1892
As for instance, the Sun, every particular man hath all the good the Sun can do,
As for instance, the Sun, every particular man hath all the good the Sun can do,
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as well as all the World hath, it is peculiarly and intirely every mans own, every man in solidu• … m hath the use of it, the Sun is not one mans more then another.
as well as all the World hath, it is peculiarly and entirely every men own, every man in solidu• … m hath the use of it, the Sun is not one men more then Another.
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and that is the excellency of them.
and that is the excellency of them.
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In the things of this life it is not so, they are not common to all alike, there is a losse in the division, the more one hath, the lesse another hath:
In the things of this life it is not so, they Are not Common to all alike, there is a loss in the division, the more one hath, the less Another hath:
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and that is the reason why the things of this life breed a disposition of pride, and envy:
and that is the reason why the things of this life breed a disposition of pride, and envy:
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one envies another because, he wants that that another hath; and one despiseth another, because he hath more then another hath:
one envies Another Because, he Wants that that Another hath; and one despises Another, Because he hath more then Another hath:
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but in the comforts of Gods Spirit, and the prerogatives that are the ground of those comforts, all have interest alike.
but in the comforts of God's Spirit, and the prerogatives that Are the ground of those comforts, all have Interest alike.
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Only the difference is in the vessels they bring, if one man bring a large vessel, a large faith, he caries more,
Only the difference is in the vessels they bring, if one man bring a large vessel, a large faith, he caries more,
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and another that brings a less faith caries lesse, but it lies open to all alike:
and Another that brings a less faith caries less, but it lies open to all alike:
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As St. Cyprian saith, we carry as much from God as we bring vessels: but all have Interest alike in divine comforts.
As Saint Cyprian Says, we carry as much from God as we bring vessels: but all have Interest alike in divine comforts.
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Therefore among Christians there is little envy, because in the best things (which they value best) all may have alike,
Therefore among Christians there is little envy, Because in the best things (which they valve best) all may have alike,
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and that which one desires, another may have as much as he, he knowes he hath never the lesse.
and that which one Desires, Another may have as much as he, he knows he hath never the less.
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The point is comfortable to all, even to the meanest, and to them especially, that howsoever there be a difference between others and them in outward things that cease in death (for all differences shall cease ere long between us and others) yet the best things are common.
The point is comfortable to all, even to the Meanest, and to them especially, that howsoever there be a difference between Others and them in outward things that cease in death (for all differences shall cease ere long between us and Others) yet the best things Are Common.
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In this life those things that are necessary, they are common;
In this life those things that Are necessary, they Are Common;
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as the Light, and the Elements, Fire, and Water &c. and those are necessarie that are not common:
as the Light, and the Elements, Fire, and Water etc. and those Are necessary that Are not Common:
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but especially in spiritual things, the best things are common.
but especially in spiritual things, the best things Are Common.
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Let no man be discomforted, if he be Gods Child, comfort belongs to him as well as to the greatest Apostle.
Let no man be discomforted, if he be God's Child, Comfort belongs to him as well as to the greatest Apostle.
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The chiefest comforts belong to him as well as to the chiefest Christian. Therefore let us envy none, nor despise none in this respect.
The chiefest comforts belong to him as well as to the chiefest Christian. Therefore let us envy none, nor despise none in this respect.
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In the next place we may observe here hence, that Though these comforts be common, yet God derives these comforts commonly by the means of men.
In the next place we may observe Here hence, that Though these comforts be Common, yet God derives these comforts commonly by the means of men.
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This is Gods order in deriving these comforts to the soul, he comforts one, that another may be comforted;
This is God's order in deriving these comforts to the soul, he comforts one, that Another may be comforted;
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Not that the comforts themselves that joyn with our spirits come from men, but that together with the speech,
Not that the comforts themselves that join with our spirits come from men, but that together with the speech,
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So a Christian ought to strengthen himself, and then strengthen others: no man is for himself alone.
So a Christian ought to strengthen himself, and then strengthen Others: no man is for himself alone.
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and presence of men, whom we love and respect, and in whom we discern the appearance of the Spirit of God to dwell, together with the speech of persons in whom the spirit is strong and powerful, the Spirit of God joyns,
and presence of men, whom we love and respect, and in whom we discern the appearance of the Spirit of God to dwell, together with the speech of Persons in whom the Spirit is strong and powerful, the Spirit of God joins,
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and the Spirit raiseth the soul with comfort: so the Spirit comforteth, by comforting others that they may comfort us.
and the Spirit Raiseth the soul with Comfort: so the Spirit comforts, by comforting Others that they may Comfort us.
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This is not only true of Ministers, but it is true of Christians, as Christians:
This is not only true of Ministers, but it is true of Christians, as Christians:
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for St. Paul must be considered, in something as an Apostle, in something as a Christian, in something as a Minister of Christ.
for Saint Paul must be considered, in something as an Apostle, in something as a Christian, in something as a Minister of christ.
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As an Apostle, he had the care of all the Churches, &c. As a Christian he comforted and exhorted others:
As an Apostle, he had the care of all the Churches, etc. As a Christian he comforted and exhorted Others:
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one Christian ought to comfort another;
one Christian ought to Comfort Another;
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therefore he would have done it as a Christian, if he had not been an Apostle.
Therefore he would have done it as a Christian, if he had not been an Apostle.
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And in something he is to be considered as a Minister of Christ, as a Teacher and Ambassador of Christ, a teacher of the Gospel.
And in something he is to be considered as a Minister of christ, as a Teacher and Ambassador of christ, a teacher of the Gospel.
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He was somewhat as an Apostle, somewhat as a Minister, somewhat as a Christian. Therefore it concerns us all to consider how to comfort one another as Christians.
He was somewhat as an Apostle, somewhat as a Minister, somewhat as a Christian. Therefore it concerns us all to Consider how to Comfort one Another as Christians.
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We are all members of the same body whereof Christ is the Head; therefore whatsoever comfort we feel, we ought to communicate.
We Are all members of the same body whereof christ is the Head; Therefore whatsoever Comfort we feel, we ought to communicate.
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The Celestial bodies will teach us this, whatsoever light or influence the Moon, and the Stars receive, they bestow it on these inferiour bodies, they have their light from the Sun,
The Celestial bodies will teach us this, whatsoever Light or influence the Moon, and the Stars receive, they bestow it on these inferior bodies, they have their Light from the Sun,
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and they reflect it again upon the creatures below.
and they reflect it again upon the creatures below.
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In the Fabrick of mans body, those official parts, (as we call them) those parts and members of the body, the Heart and the Liver, which are both members and official parts, that do office and service to others parts, they convey and derive the spirits,
In the Fabric of men body, those official parts, (as we call them) those parts and members of the body, the Heart and the Liver, which Are both members and official parts, that do office and service to Others parts, they convey and derive the spirits,
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and the blood to all other parts:
and the blood to all other parts:
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they receive strength, partly for themselves first, and then to convey it to other members The Liver is fed it self with some part of the blood,
they receive strength, partly for themselves First, and then to convey it to other members The Liver is fed it self with Some part of the blood,
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and it conveyes the rest to the veins, and so to the whole bodie.
and it conveys the rest to the Veins, and so to the Whole body.
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The heart is nourished it self of the purest nourishment, the spirits are increased, and those spirits are spread through the Arteries.
The heart is nourished it self of the Purest nourishment, the spirits Are increased, and those spirits Are spread through the Arteries.
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The stomach feeds it self with the meat it digests, and with the strength it hath (being an official part) it serves other parts and strengtheneth other parts:
The stomach feeds it self with the meat it digests, and with the strength it hath (being an official part) it serves other parts and strengtheneth other parts:
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and if there be a decay in it, there is a decay in all the parts of the body.
and if there be a decay in it, there is a decay in all the parts of the body.
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And although whatsoever the means be, the comfort comes from God, yet he will have comfort to be conveyed to us by men, this way.
And although whatsoever the means be, the Comfort comes from God, yet he will have Comfort to be conveyed to us by men, this Way.
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Partly, to try our obedience, whether we will respect his Ordinance: he will have us go to men like our selves.
Partly, to try our Obedience, whither we will respect his Ordinance: he will have us go to men like our selves.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
399
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1937
Now if we will have comfort, we must look to his Ordinance, we must have it of others,
Now if we will have Comfort, we must look to his Ordinance, we must have it of Others,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
399
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1938
and not altogether from our selves.
and not altogether from our selves.
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399
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1939
And that is the reason why many go all their life time, with heavy drooping spirits;
And that is the reason why many go all their life time, with heavy drooping spirits;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
399
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1940
out of pride and neglect, they scorn to seek it of others, they smother their grief, and bleed inwardly;
out of pride and neglect, they scorn to seek it of Others, they smother their grief, and bleed inwardly;
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399
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1941
because they will not lay open the state of their souls to others.
Because they will not lay open the state of their Souls to Others.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
399
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1942
Although God be the God of comfort, he hath ordained this order, that he will comfort us by them that he hath appointed to comfort us;
Although God be the God of Comfort, he hath ordained this order, that he will Comfort us by them that he hath appointed to Comfort us;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
399
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1943
he comforteth others that they may comfort us.
he comforts Others that they may Comfort us.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
399
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1944
Though God be the God of comfort, yet he conveyes it (for the most part) by the means of others.
Though God be the God of Comfort, yet he conveys it (for the most part) by the means of Others.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
399
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1945
I say for the most part;
I say for the most part;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
399
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1946
for he ties not himself to means, though he tie us to means, when we have means.
for he ties not himself to means, though he tie us to means, when we have means.
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399
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1947
Occasion may be when a man is shut from all earthly comforts, as in contagious diseases, and restraint &c. A man may be shut from all entercourse of Worldly comforts:
Occasion may be when a man is shut from all earthly comforts, as in contagious diseases, and restraint etc. A man may be shut from all intercourse of Worldly comforts:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
399
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1948
but even then, a Christian is never in such an estate but he hath one comfort or other;
but even then, a Christian is never in such an estate but he hath one Comfort or other;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
399
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1949
then God comforts immediately, and then he comforts more sweetly and strongly: then the soul cleaves to him close, and saith, now thou must comfort or none,
then God comforts immediately, and then he comforts more sweetly and strongly: then the soul cleaves to him close, and Says, now thou must Comfort or none,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
399
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1950
now the honour is all thine.
now the honour is all thine.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
399
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1951
Now the nearer the the soul is to the fountain of comfort, the more it is comforted,
Now the nearer the the soul is to the fountain of Comfort, the more it is comforted,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
400
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1952
but the soul is never so near to God as in extremitie of affliction:
but the soul is never so near to God as in extremity of affliction:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
400
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1953
when all means fail, then the soul goes to the fountain of comfort, and gives all the glory to him.
when all means fail, then the soul Goes to the fountain of Comfort, and gives all the glory to him.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
400
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1954
But I say, when there is means, God hath appointed to derive his comfort by means;
But I say, when there is means, God hath appointed to derive his Comfort by means;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
400
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1955
when we may have the benefit, of the Communion of Saints, of the word &c. God will not comfort us immediatly in the neglect of the means:
when we may have the benefit, of the Communion of Saints, of the word etc. God will not Comfort us immediately in the neglect of the means:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
400
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1956
he comforteth us, that we might comfort others. And as he doth it to try our obedience;he comforts us, that we might Comfort Others. And as he does it to try our Obedience;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
400
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1957
So partly, to knit us in love one to another:
So partly, to knit us in love one to Another:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
401
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1958
For is not this a great bond to knit us one to another, when we consider that our good is hid in another? the good that is derived to us, it is hid in others.
For is not this a great bound to knit us one to Another, when we Consider that our good is hid in Another? the good that is derived to us, it is hid in Others.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
401
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1959
And this makes us to esteem highly of others:
And this makes us to esteem highly of Others:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
401
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1960
how sweet are the looks, and sight of a friend? and more sweet the words of a friend;
how sweet Are the looks, and sighed of a friend? and more sweet the words of a friend;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
401
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1961
especially of an experienced friend, that hath been in the Furnace himself.
especially of an experienced friend, that hath been in the Furnace himself.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
401
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1962
Thus God to knit us one to another in love• …, hath ordained that the comfort that he conveyes, it should be conveyed by the means of others.
Thus God to knit us one to Another in love• …, hath ordained that the Comfort that he conveys, it should be conveyed by the means of Others.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
402
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1963
Other reasons there may be given, but these are sufficient.
Other Reasons there may be given, but these Are sufficient.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
402
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1964
If this be so, then we ought from hence to learn, that whatsoever we have we are debtors of it to others, whatsoever comfort we have,
If this be so, then we ought from hence to Learn, that whatsoever we have we Are debtors of it to Others, whatsoever Comfort we have,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
403
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1965
whether it be outward, or inward comfort.
whither it be outward, or inward Comfort.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
403
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1966
And even as God hath disposed and dispensed his benefits & graces to us, so let us be good stewards of it, we shall give account of it ere long.
And even as God hath disposed and dispensed his benefits & graces to us, so let us be good Stewards of it, we shall give account of it ere long.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
404
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1967
Let every man reason with himself, why have I this comfort that another wants? I am Gods Steward, God hath not given it me to lay up, but to lay out.
Let every man reason with himself, why have I this Comfort that Another Wants? I am God's Steward, God hath not given it me to lay up, but to lay out.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
404
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1968
To speak a little of outward comforts.
To speak a little of outward comforts.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
404
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1969
It is cursed Athiesme in many rich Persons, that think they are to live here only to scrape an estate for them and their children;
It is cursed Athiesme in many rich Persons, that think they Are to live Here only to scrape an estate for them and their children;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
404
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1970
when in the mean time their Neighbour want, and Gods Children want (that are as dear to God as themselves) and perish for want of comfort.
when in the mean time their Neighbour want, and God's Children want (that Are as dear to God as themselves) and perish for want of Comfort.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
404
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1971
If they were not Athiests in this point, they would think;
If they were not Atheists in this point, they would think;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
404
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1972
I am a steward, and what comfort shall I have of scraping much? that will but increase my account.
I am a steward, and what Comfort shall I have of scraping much? that will but increase my account.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
404
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1973
Such a Steward were mad that would desire a great account:
Such a Steward were mad that would desire a great account:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
404
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1974
the more my account is, the more I have to answer for, and the more shall be my punishment if I quit not all well.
the more my account is, the more I have to answer for, and the more shall be my punishment if I quit not all well.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
404
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1975
Now men out of Athiesme, that they do not believe a day of Judgment, a time of account, they ingrosse comforts to them and theirs,
Now men out of Athiesme, that they do not believe a day of Judgement, a time of account, they engross comforts to them and theirs,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
405
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1976
as if there were not a Church, as if there were not an afflicted body of Christ:
as if there were not a Church, as if there were not an afflicted body of christ:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
405
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1977
they think not that they are Stewards.
they think not that they Are Stewards.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
405
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1978
Whereas the time will come, when they shall have more comfort of that that they have bestowed,
Whereas the time will come, when they shall have more Comfort of that that they have bestowed,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
405
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2051
if they be both hot do close together presently, but unlesse both be hot, they do not joyn together handsomly:
if they be both hight do close together presently, but unless both be hight, they do not join together handsomely:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
421
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1979
then of that that they shall leave behind them to their children. That which is wisely dispensed for the comfort of Gods people, it will comfort us,
then of that that they shall leave behind them to their children. That which is wisely dispensed for the Comfort of God's people, it will Comfort us,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
405
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1980
when all that we shall leave behind will not, nay perhaps, it will trouble us, the ill getting of it.
when all that we shall leave behind will not, nay perhaps, it will trouble us, the ill getting of it.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
405
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1981
And so whatsoever inward comforts we have, it is for the comfort of others, we are debtors of it;
And so whatsoever inward comforts we have, it is for the Comfort of Others, we Are debtors of it;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
406
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1982
whatsoever ability we have, as occasion is of• … ered, if there be a necessity in those that are of the same body with our selves, we ought to regard them in pitty and compassion.
whatsoever ability we have, as occasion is of• … ered, if there be a necessity in those that Are of the same body with our selves, we ought to regard them in pity and compassion.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
406
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1983
If we should see a poor creature cast himself into a whirlpoole, or plunge himself into some desperate pit, were we not accessorie to his death,
If we should see a poor creature cast himself into a whirlpool, or plunge himself into Some desperate pit, were we not accessory to his death,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
406
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1984
if we should not help him, if we would not pull one out of the fire? Oh yes;
if we should not help him, if we would not pull one out of the fire? O yes;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
406
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1985
and is not the soul in as great danger? and is not mercy to the soul the greatest mercy? shall we see others ready to be swallowed up in the pit of despair, with heaviness of spirit, shall we see them dejected,
and is not the soul in as great danger? and is not mercy to the soul the greatest mercy? shall we see Others ready to be swallowed up in the pit of despair, with heaviness of Spirit, shall we see them dejected,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
406
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1986
and not take it to heart? but either we are unable to Minister a word of comfort to them, or else unwilling:
and not take it to heart? but either we Are unable to Minister a word of Comfort to them, or Else unwilling:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
406
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1987
as if we were of Cains disposition, that we would look to our selves only: we are none of their keepers.
as if we were of Cains disposition, that we would look to our selves only: we Are none of their keepers.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
406
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1988
It is a miserable thing to professe our selves to be members of that body whereof Christ is the Head, to professe the communion of Saints,
It is a miserable thing to profess our selves to be members of that body whereof christ is the Head, to profess the communion of Saints,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
407
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1989
and yet to be so dead hearted in these particular Exigences and occasions. It lies upon us as a duty, if God convey comfort to us from others:
and yet to be so dead hearted in these particular Exigences and occasions. It lies upon us as a duty, if God convey Comfort to us from Others:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
407
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1990
and his end in comforting us any way, of putting any comfort in our hands outward or inward, it is to comfort others,
and his end in comforting us any Way, of putting any Comfort in our hands outward or inward, it is to Comfort Others,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
407
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1991
if we do it not, we are liable to sin, to the breach of Gods command, and we frustrate Gods end.
if we do it not, we Are liable to sin, to the breach of God's command, and we frustrate God's end.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
407
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1992
But if this lie upon us as a duty to comfort others, then it concerns us to know how to be able to do it.
But if this lie upon us as a duty to Comfort Others, then it concerns us to know how to be able to do it.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
408
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1993
That we may be able to comfort others, let us be ready to take notice of the grievance of others:
That we may be able to Comfort Others, let us be ready to take notice of the grievance of Others:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
409
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1994
as Moses went to see the afflictions of his brethren, and when he saw it, laid it to heart.
as Moses went to see the afflictions of his brothers, and when he saw it, laid it to heart.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
409
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1995
It is a good way to go to the house of mourning, and not to balk and decline our Christian brethren in adversity.
It is a good Way to go to the house of mourning, and not to balk and decline our Christian brothers in adversity.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
410
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1996
God knowes our souls in adversitie, so should we do the souls of others, if they be knit to us in any bond of kindred,
God knows our Souls in adversity, so should we do the Souls of Others, if they be knit to us in any bound of kindred,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
410
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1997
or Nature, or Neighbourhood, or the like, that bond should provoke us; for bonds are as the veins and Arteries to derive comfort.
or Nature, or Neighbourhood, or the like, that bound should provoke us; for bonds Are as the Veins and Arteries to derive Comfort.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
410
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1998
All bonds are to derive good, whether bonds of Neighbourhood, or acquaintance &c. A man should think with himself, I have this bond to do my Neighbour good.
All bonds Are to derive good, whither bonds of Neighbourhood, or acquaintance etc. A man should think with himself, I have this bound to do my Neighbour good.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
410
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1999
It is Gods providence that I should be acquainted with him, and do that to him that I cannot do to a stranger.
It is God's providence that I should be acquainted with him, and do that to him that I cannot do to a stranger.
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410
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2000
Let us consider all Bonds, and let this work upon us: let us consider their grievance is a bond to tie us.
Let us Consider all Bonds, and let this work upon us: let us Consider their grievance is a bound to tie us.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
410
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2001
And withall let us labour to put upon us the bowels of a father and mother, tender bowels,
And withal let us labour to put upon us the bowels of a father and mother, tender bowels,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
411
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2002
as God puts upon him bowels of compassion towards us.
as God puts upon him bowels of compassion towards us.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
411
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2003
So St. Paul being an excellent comforter of others, in 1 Thess. 2. he shewes there how he carried himself as a Father,
So Saint Paul being an excellent comforter of Others, in 1 Thess 2. he shows there how he carried himself as a Father,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
411
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2004
or Mother, or Nurse to them.
or Mother, or Nurse to them.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
411
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2005
Those that will comfort others they must put upon them the affections of tender creatures as may be;
Those that will Comfort Others they must put upon them the affections of tender creatures as may be;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
411
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2006
they must be patient, they must be tenderly affected, they must have love, they must have the graces of communion.
they must be patient, they must be tenderly affected, they must have love, they must have the graces of communion.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
411
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2007
What be the graces of communion? The graces of Christian communion to fit us in the communion of Saints to do good, they are a loving, meek, patient spirit: Love makes patient;
What be the graces of communion? The graces of Christian communion to fit us in the communion of Saints to do good, they Are a loving, meek, patient Spirit: Love makes patient;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
412
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2008
as we see Mothers and Nurses, what can they not endure of their c• … ildren, because they love them.
as we see Mother's and Nurse's, what can they not endure of their c• … ildren, Because they love them.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
412
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2009
And they must be likewise wise, and furnished, they that will comfort others must get wisedom and ability• … They must get Humility, they must abase themselves that they may be comfortable to others, and not stand upon terms:
And they must be likewise wise, and furnished, they that will Comfort Others must get Wisdom and ability• … They must get Humility, they must abase themselves that they may be comfortable to Others, and not stand upon terms:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
412
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2010
these be the graces of communion that fit us for the communion of Saints.
these be the graces of communion that fit us for the communion of Saints.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
412
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2011
What is the reason that many are so untoward to this duty, and have no heart to it, that they cannot indeed do it?
What is the reason that many Are so untoward to this duty, and have no heart to it, that they cannot indeed do it?
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
413
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2012
The reason is, they consider not their Bonds.
The reason is, they Consider not their Bonds.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
414
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2013
they do not Consider the poor and needy Psal. 41. they have not the graces of communion, they want loving spirits they want ability, they are empty, they are not furnished, they have not knowledge laid up in store, they want humble spirits:
they do not Consider the poor and needy Psalm 41. they have not the graces of communion, they want loving spirits they want ability, they Are empty, they Are not furnished, they have not knowledge laid up in store, they want humble spirits:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
414
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2014
the want of these graces makes us so barren in this practise of the communion of Saints.
the want of these graces makes us so barren in this practice of the communion of Saints.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
414
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2015
Therefore we should bewaile our own barrennesse when we should do such duties, and cannot.
Therefore we should bewail our own Barrenness when we should do such duties, and cannot.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
414
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2052
so that that makes us joyn together strongly is, if two spirits meet and both be warm;
so that that makes us join together strongly is, if two spirits meet and both be warm;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
421
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2016
And beg of God the spirit of love and wisedom, that we may do things wisely, that we may speak that which is fit, a word in season is as apples of Gold with Pictures of Silver.
And beg of God the Spirit of love and Wisdom, that we may do things wisely, that we may speak that which is fit, a word in season is as Apples of Gold with Pictures of Silver.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
414
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2017
And let us beg a humble spirit that we may be abased to comfort others.
And let us beg a humble Spirit that we may be abased to Comfort Others.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
414
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2018
As Christ in love to us he abased himself, he became man, and when he was man, he became a servant, he abased himself to wash his Disciples feet, talk with a silly woman and such base offices:
As christ in love to us he abased himself, he became man, and when he was man, he became a servant, he abased himself to wash his Disciples feet, talk with a silly woman and such base Offices:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
414
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2019
and if the Spirit of Christ be in us, it will abase us to offices of love, to support one another, to bear one anothers burthens,
and if the Spirit of christ be in us, it will abase us to Offices of love, to support one Another, to bear one another's burdens,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
414
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2020
Again, if we would comfort others as we should, let us labour to get experience of comfort in our selves;
Again, if we would Comfort Others as we should, let us labour to get experience of Comfort in our selves;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
415
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2021
God comforteth us that we might be able to comfort others. He will easily kindle others that is all on fire himself;God comforts us that we might be able to Comfort Others. He will Easily kindle Others that is all on fire himself;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
415
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2022
and that is comforted himself, he can easily comfort others with that comfort he feels himself, those that have experience can do it best.
and that is comforted himself, he can Easily Comfort Others with that Comfort he feels himself, those that have experience can do it best.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
415
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2023
As we see in Physitians, if there be two Physitians, whereof the one hath been sick of the disease that he is to cure in another:
As we see in Physicians, if there be two Physicians, whereof the one hath been sick of the disease that he is to cure in Another:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
416
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2024
the other parhaps is more excellent then he otherwise, but he hath never been sick of it:
the other parhaps is more excellent then he otherwise, but he hath never been sick of it:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
416
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2025
the patient will sooner trust himself with the experienced Physitian, then with the other:
the patient will sooner trust himself with the experienced physician, then with the other:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
416
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2026
for undoubtedly he is better seen in that, then the other, though perhaps the other may be a greater booked Physitian then he.
for undoubtedly he is better seen in that, then the other, though perhaps the other may be a greater booked physician then he.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
416
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2027
As it is with the Physitians of the body, so it is with the Physitian of the soul:
As it is with the Physicians of the body, so it is with the physician of the soul:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
416
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2028
the experienced Physitian is the best.
the experienced physician is the best.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
416
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2029
What is the reason that old men, and wise men, are the mercifullest of all? because they have had experience of many crosses and miseries:
What is the reason that old men, and wise men, Are the mercifullest of all? Because they have had experience of many Crosses and misery's:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
416
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2030
a wise man knows what crosses are, he understands them best. The way then to comfort others is to get experience of divine comforts our selves.
a wise man knows what Crosses Are, he understands them best. The Way then to Comfort Others is to get experience of divine comforts our selves.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
416
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2031
And that we may get experience of Gods comforts, let us mark what was said before of the rules of comfort,
And that we may get experience of God's comforts, let us mark what was said before of the rules of Comfort,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
417
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2032
and work upon our own hearts whatsoever may be comfortable to others. That we may not be empty Truncks to speak words without feeling.
and work upon our own hearts whatsoever may be comfortable to Others. That we may not be empty Trunks to speak words without feeling.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
417
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2033
He that is well may speak very good things to a sick man, but the sick man sees that he speaks without pitty and compassion:
He that is well may speak very good things to a sick man, but the sick man sees that he speaks without pity and compassion:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
418
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2053
if one godly men comfort another godly man, if one holy man labour to breed an impression of heat in another;
if one godly men Comfort Another godly man, if one holy man labour to breed an impression of heat in Another;
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421
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2034
those that have been sick of the same disease when they come to comfort, they do it with a great deal of meeknesse and mildnesse.
those that have been sick of the same disease when they come to Comfort, they do it with a great deal of meekness and mildness.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
418
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2035
Those that are fit to comfort others must be spiritual themselves first:
Those that Are fit to Comfort Others must be spiritual themselves First:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
418
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2036
As the Apostle saith Gal. 6. 1. saith the wise, and holy Apostle, if any man be overtaken (as alas we are all overtaken with some corruption or other) ye that are spiritual restore such a one, set him in joynt,
As the Apostle Says Gal. 6. 1. Says the wise, and holy Apostle, if any man be overtaken (as alas we Are all overtaken with Some corruption or other) you that Are spiritual restore such a one, Set him in joint,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
418
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2037
as the word is with the spirit of meeknesse, knowing that thou thy self maist • … e tempted
as the word is with the Spirit of meekness, knowing that thou thy self Mayest • … e tempted
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
418
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2038
The Spirit of God is a Spirit of comfort, the more we have of the Spirit, the fitter we are to comfort others.
The Spirit of God is a Spirit of Comfort, the more we have of the Spirit, the fitter we Are to Comfort Others.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
419
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2039
We see many men will speak very good things, but they do but personate sorrow, and personate comfort, it comes from them without feeling:
We see many men will speak very good things, but they do but personate sorrow, and personate Comfort, it comes from them without feeling:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
419
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2040
as he saith, if thou didst believe these things that thou speakest, wouldest thou ever say them so? He that speakes good things without experience, he speaks as if he did never believe them.
as he Says, if thou didst believe these things that thou Speakest, Wouldst thou ever say them so? He that speaks good things without experience, he speaks as if he did never believe them.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
419
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2041
Those that speak things with experience that have wrought them upon their hearts and spirits, there is such a demonstration in the manner of their speaking, of a spirit of love and meeknesse,
Those that speak things with experience that have wrought them upon their hearts and spirits, there is such a demonstration in the manner of their speaking, of a Spirit of love and meekness,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
419
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2042
and compassion, that it prevailes marvailously:
and compassion, that it prevails marvelously:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
419
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2043
It is so true, that our Saviour Christ himself, that he might have the more tender bowels of compassion towards us, he made it one end of his Incarnation,
It is so true, that our Saviour christ himself, that he might have the more tender bowels of compassion towards us, he made it one end of his Incarnation,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
419
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2044
as it is pressed again, and again in Heb. 2. and Heb. 4. the Apostle dwels upon it, It became him to be man, to take upon him our infirmities, that he might be a merciful Redeemer, a merciful high Priest.
as it is pressed again, and again in Hebrew 2. and Hebrew 4. the Apostle dwells upon it, It became him to be man, to take upon him our infirmities, that he might be a merciful Redeemer, a merciful high Priest.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
419
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2045
It was one end of his Incarnation, that he might not only save us, but that he might be a merciful Redeemer, that he might have experience of our infirmities:
It was one end of his Incarnation, that he might not only save us, but that he might be a merciful Redeemer, that he might have experience of our infirmities:
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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2046
of persecution, he was persecuted himself, of want, he wanted himself, of temptation, he was tempted himself, of wrath, he felt it himself, my God, my God,
of persecution, he was persecuted himself, of want, he wanted himself, of temptation, he was tempted himself, of wrath, he felt it himself, my God, my God,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
419
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2047
why hast thou forsaken me? why hast thou forsaken me?
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
419
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2048
Here is the comfort of a Christian soul that Christ hath begun to him in all:
Here is the Comfort of a Christian soul that christ hath begun to him in all:
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2049
therefore it became him to be mam, not only to Redeem us, but to be a merciful high priest, a comfortable high Priest.
Therefore it became him to be mam, not only to redeem us, but to be a merciful high priest, a comfortable high Priest.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
420
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2050
The way then you see how to comfort others is, to get our own hearts sensible of spiritual comfort. Two Irons,
The Way then you see how to Comfort Others is, to get our own hearts sensible of spiritual Comfort. Two Irons,
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
421
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2289
What is the reason of it? What is the reason that troubles abound thus? Surely,
What is the reason of it? What is the reason that Troubles abound thus? Surely,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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2054
there is a knitting of both spirits, they joyn strongly together. Therefore we ought to labour to get experience, that we may comfort others;
there is a knitting of both spirits, they join strongly together. Therefore we ought to labour to get experience, that we may Comfort Others;
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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2055
seeing none can comfort so well as experimental Christians. Why is experience such an enabling to spiritual comfort?
seeing none can Comfort so well as experimental Christians. Why is experience such an enabling to spiritual Comfort?
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2056
I answer, because it brings the comfort home to our own soules. The Divell knowes comfort well enough, but he feeles none.
I answer, Because it brings the Comfort home to our own Souls. The devil knows Comfort well enough, but he feels none.
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(6) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
423
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2057
Experience helps faith, it helps all other knowledge.
Experience helps faith, it helps all other knowledge.
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423
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Our Saviour Christ is said to learn by experience, for he learned obedience in that he suffered.
Our Saviour christ is said to Learn by experience, for he learned Obedience in that he suffered.
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Experience is such a meanes of the increasing of knowledge, as that it bettered the knowledge of Christ, that had all knowledge in him:
Experience is such a means of the increasing of knowledge, as that it bettered the knowledge of christ, that had all knowledge in him:
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he had knowledge by looking upon God, being the Wisedom of God, yet he learned somewhat by the experience, he bettered himself by experience:
he had knowledge by looking upon God, being the Wisdom of God, yet he learned somewhat by the experience, he bettered himself by experience:
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he knew what to bear the cross was by experience; he knew what infirmities were, by experience;
he knew what to bear the cross was by experience; he knew what infirmities were, by experience;
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he knew what he could suffer by experience: so it added to his knowledge as man.
he knew what he could suffer by experience: so it added to his knowledge as man.
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And so the Angels themselves are continual students in the mysteries of the Gospel, they get experimental knowledge, to the knowledge that they have inbred,
And so the Angels themselves Are continual Students in the Mysteres of the Gospel, they get experimental knowledge, to the knowledge that they have inbred,
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& that knowledge that they have by the presence of God, to that they add experimental knowledge.
& that knowledge that they have by the presence of God, to that they add experimental knowledge.
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So then, if it bettered the knowledge of our blessed Saviour and increased it, it was a new way increased by experience,
So then, if it bettered the knowledge of our blessed Saviour and increased it, it was a new Way increased by experience,
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and it adds to the knowledge of the Angels, much more to ours.
and it adds to the knowledge of the Angels, much more to ours.
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Then again, it gains a great confidence in the speaker, for what we speak with experience, we speak with a great deal of boldnesse.
Then again, it gains a great confidence in the speaker, for what we speak with experience, we speak with a great deal of boldness.
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Again, experimental comforts, those that we have felt our selves, and have felt likewise the grievance, we speak them with such expressions,
Again, experimental comforts, those that we have felt our selves, and have felt likewise the grievance, we speak them with such expressions,
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as no other can do (in the apprehension of the partie whom we comfort) so well as an experienced person:
as no other can do (in the apprehension of the party whom we Comfort) so well as an experienced person:
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for he goes about the works tenderly, and gently, and lovingly, because he hath been in the same himself.
for he Goes about the works tenderly, and gently, and lovingly, Because he hath been in the same himself.
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And that is the reason that the Apostle St. Paul in the place I named before Gal. 6. 1. presseth this duty upon spiritual men, especially because themselves have been tempted, and may be tempted;
And that is the reason that the Apostle Saint Paul in the place I nam before Gal. 6. 1. Presseth this duty upon spiritual men, especially Because themselves have been tempted, and may be tempted;
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those that have been tempted, and think they may be afterward, this doth wondrously fit them for this work of comforting others.
those that have been tempted, and think they may be afterwards, this does wondrously fit them for this work of comforting Others.
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But to add a little in this point, to shew how to comfort others by our own experience and skill, I spake before of an Art of comforting our selves:
But to add a little in this point, to show how to Comfort Others by our own experience and skill, I spoke before of an Art of comforting our selves:
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there is a skill likewise in comforting others. Even as we comfor our selves, in that method we must comfort others. When we comfort our selves:
there is a skill likewise in comforting Others. Even as we Comfort our selves, in that method we must Comfort Others. When we Comfort our selves:
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we must first consider our need of comfort, search our wounds, our maladies, have them fresh in our sight, that so we may be forced to seek for comfort,
we must First Consider our need of Comfort, search our wounds, our maladies, have them fresh in our sighed, that so we may be forced to seek for Comfort,
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and as we ought to do this daily, so when we are to comfort others, we ought not onely to comfort them,
and as we ought to do this daily, so when we Are to Comfort Others, we ought not only to Comfort them,
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but to search them as much as we can what sin is in them, and what miserie is upon them,
but to search them as much as we can what since is in them, and what misery is upon them,
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and acquaint them with their own estate, that they are in as far as we can discerne:
and acquaint them with their own estate, that they Are in as Far as we can discern:
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we may judge of them partly by our selves.
we may judge of them partly by our selves.
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For we must not prostitute comforts to persons that are indisposed till we see them fitted.
For we must not prostitute comforts to Persons that Are indisposed till we see them fitted.
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God doth comfort, but it is the abject: Christ heales, but is the wounded spirit: he came to seek, but it is to those that are lost:
God does Comfort, but it is the abject: christ heals, but is the wounded Spirit: he Come to seek, but it is to those that Are lost:
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he came to ease, but it is those that are heavy laden. Therefore that we may comfort them to purpose, we ought to shew,
he Come to ease, but it is those that Are heavy laden. Therefore that we may Comfort them to purpose, we ought to show,
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and discover to them what estate they are in, that we may force them to comfort,
and discover to them what estate they Are in, that we may force them to Comfort,
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if they be not enemies to comfort and to their own souls.
if they be not enemies to Comfort and to their own Souls.
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He is an unwise Physitian, that administers cordials before he gives preparatives to carry away the noysome humours, they will do little good, we ought therefore to prepare them this way,
He is an unwise physician, that administers cordials before he gives preparatives to carry away the noisome humours, they will do little good, we ought Therefore to prepare them this Way,
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if we intend to do them good.
if we intend to do them good.
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And then when we see what need they stand in, bring them to Christ, and the Covenant of Grace, that is the best way to comfort them, to bring them to see that God is their father,
And then when we see what need they stand in, bring them to christ, and the Covenant of Grace, that is the best Way to Comfort them, to bring them to see that God is their father,
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when we discern some signs of grace in them.
when we discern Some Signs of grace in them.
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For this is the maine stop in all comfort, that there is none but they shall find by experience they are ready to say, you teach wondrous comforts, that there is an inheritance in heaven, that God hath provided;
For this is the main stop in all Comfort, that there is none but they shall find by experience they Are ready to say, you teach wondrous comforts, that there is an inheritance in heaven, that God hath provided;
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and on earth, there is an issue of all for good, and there is a presence of God in troubles: this is true:
and on earth, there is an issue of all for good, and there is a presence of God in Troubles: this is true:
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but how shall I know this belongs to me? This is the cavil of flesh and blood, that turnes the back to the most heavenly comforts that are.
but how shall I know this belongs to me? This is the cavil of Flesh and blood, that turns the back to the most heavenly comforts that Are.
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The main and principal thing therefore in dealing with others (and with our own hearts) is to let them see that there are some signs and evidencies that they are in the covenant of grace, that they belong to God.
The main and principal thing Therefore in dealing with Others (and with our own hearts) is to let them see that there Are Some Signs and evidences that they Are in the Covenant of grace, that they belong to God.
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Unlesse we see that, all the comfort we can give them is to tell them that they are not yet sunk into hell,
Unless we see that, all the Comfort we can give them is to tell them that they Are not yet sunk into hell,
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and that they have space to repent.
and that they have Molle to Repent.
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But as long as men live in sinful courses, that they are not in the state of Grace, we can tell them no comfort,
But as long as men live in sinful courses, that they Are not in the state of Grace, we can tell them no Comfort,
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except they will devise a new Scripture, a new Bible, if they do so they may have comfort:
except they will devise a new Scripture, a new bible, if they do so they may have Comfort:
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but this word of God, and God herein speaks no comfort to persons that live in sin and will do so, we should labour therefore to discern some evidence that they are in the state of Grace.
but this word of God, and God herein speaks no Comfort to Persons that live in since and will do so, we should labour Therefore to discern Some evidence that they Are in the state of Grace.
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And ofttimes, those are indeed most intitled to comfort, that think it furthest from them:
And ofttimes, those Are indeed most entitled to Comfort, that think it furthest from them:
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therefore we should acquaint them with the conditions of the covenant of grace, that God looks to truth:
Therefore we should acquaint them with the conditions of the Covenant of grace, that God looks to truth:
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therefore if we discern any true, broken humble spirit, a hungring and, a thirsting after righteousnesse,
Therefore if we discern any true, broken humble Spirit, a hungering and, a thirsting After righteousness,
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and a desire of comfort, Blessed are those that hunger and thirst, it belongs to them, we may comfort them.
and a desire of Comfort, Blessed Are those that hunger and thirst, it belongs to them, we may Comfort them.
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If we see spiritual poverty that they see their wants, and would be supplied, blessed are the poore in spirit ▪ be of good comfort. Christ calls such.
If we see spiritual poverty that they see their Wants, and would be supplied, blessed Are the poor in Spirit ▪ be of good Comfort. christ calls such.
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If they see and feel the burden of their sins we may comfort them, Christ calls them, Come unto me yee that are weary and heavy laden.
If they see and feel the burden of their Sins we may Comfort them, christ calls them, Come unto me ye that Are weary and heavy laden.
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If we descern spiritual and heavenly desires to grow in grace and overcome their corruptions, if we discover and descern this in their practise and obedience.
If we discern spiritual and heavenly Desires to grow in grace and overcome their corruptions, if we discover and discern this in their practice and Obedience.
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God will fulfil the desires of them that fear him. And he accepts the will for the deed. God will fulfil the Desires of them that Fear him. And he accepts the will for the deed.
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There is a desire of happinesse in nature, that comforts not a man, it is no sign of grace, to desire to be free from hell,
There is a desire of happiness in nature, that comforts not a man, it is no Signen of grace, to desire to be free from hell,
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and to be in heaven, it is a naturall desire every creature wishes well to heaven:
and to be in heaven, it is a natural desire every creature wishes well to heaven:
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but if there be a desire of the meanes that tend to heaven, a desire of Grace:
but if there be a desire of the means that tend to heaven, a desire of Grace:
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these are evidences of grace, these are the pulses that we may find grace by,
these Are evidences of grace, these Are the pulses that we may find grace by,
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when they see their infirmities and groane under them and would be better, and complain that they are not better,
when they see their infirmities and groan under them and would be better, and complain that they Are not better,
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surely, if we consider, there is a life that needs comfort, more then this faing life;
surely, if we Consider, there is a life that needs Comfort, more then this faing life;
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and are out of love with their own hearts, there is a combat in their hearts, they are not friends with themselves.
and Are out of love with their own hearts, there is a combat in their hearts, they Are not Friends with themselves.
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When we see this inward conflict, and a desire to better, and to get victories against their corruptions, (though there be many corruptions,
When we see this inward conflict, and a desire to better, and to get victories against their corruptions, (though there be many corruptions,
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and weaknesses) a man may safely say, they are in the state of Grace, they are on the mending hand.
and Weaknesses) a man may safely say, they Are in the state of Grace, they Are on the mending hand.
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For Christ will not break the brused reed, nor quench the smoaking flax.
For christ will not break the Bruised reed, nor quench the smoking flax.
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And where he hath begun a good work he will perfect it to the day of the Lord. And where he hath begun a good work he will perfect it to the day of the Lord.
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He will cherish these weak beginnings therefore we may comfort them on good ground.
He will cherish these weak beginnings Therefore we may Comfort them on good ground.
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Then, besides that, in our dealing with them, when we have discovered, by some evidence that they belong to the covenant, that we see by some love to good things,
Then, beside that, in our dealing with them, when we have discovered, by Some evidence that they belong to the Covenant, that we see by Some love to good things,
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and to Gods Image in his Children, and by other evidences:
and to God's Image in his Children, and by other evidences:
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then we may comfort them boldly, and then to fetch from our own experience, what a comfort will it be to such? When we can say, my estate was as yours is;
then we may Comfort them boldly, and then to fetch from our own experience, what a Comfort will it be to such? When we can say, my estate was as yours is;
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I found those corruptions that you groane under, I allowed not my self in them as you do not;
I found those corruptions that you groan under, I allowed not my self in them as you do not;
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when a man can say from his own experience, that notwithstanding these I have evident signs of Gods spirit, that I am his;
when a man can say from his own experience, that notwithstanding these I have evident Signs of God's Spirit, that I am his;
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then he can comfort others by his own experience.
then he can Comfort Others by his own experience.
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And what a comfort is it to go to the experiments of scripture? it is an excellent way.
And what a Comfort is it to go to the experiments of scripture? it is an excellent Way.
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As now, let a man be deserted of God:
As now, let a man be deserted of God:
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David, will comfort him by his experience Psal. 77. Where he saith, he found God as his enemie,
David, will Comfort him by his experience Psalm 77. Where he Says, he found God as his enemy,
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and as Job saith, the terrors of God drank up his spirit, be of good comfort, David would come and comfort thee if he were alive.
and as Job Says, the terrors of God drank up his Spirit, be of good Comfort, David would come and Comfort thee if he were alive.
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If the terror of God be against thee for sin, that thy conscience is awakned:
If the terror of God be against thee for since, that thy conscience is awakened:
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be of good comfort, Christ if he were on earth would shew thee by his own example, that he indured that desertion on the Cross.
be of good Comfort, christ if he were on earth would show thee by his own Exampl, that he endured that desertion on the Cross.
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My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? If thou be molested, and vexed with Satan, Job will comfort thee by his example, his book is most of it combating and comfort,My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? If thou be molested, and vexed with Satan, Job will Comfort thee by his Exampl, his book is most of it combating and Comfort,
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and so for all other grievances, go to the scriptures, whatsoever is written, is written for our learning.
and so for all other grievances, go to the Scriptures, whatsoever is written, is written for our learning.
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Pray to God, and he will heare thee as he did Elias. Oh, but Elias was an excellent man.
Pray to God, and he will hear thee as he did Elias. O, but Elias was an excellent man.
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The scripture prevents the objection Jam. 5. he was a man subject to infirmities, if God heard him, he will hear thee.
The scripture prevents the objection Jam. 5. he was a man Subject to infirmities, if God herd him, he will hear thee.
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Believe in Christ (as Abraham did, the Father of the faithful) in the promised Messias, and he will forgive thee all thy sins.
Believe in christ (as Abraham did, the Father of the faithful) in the promised Messias, and he will forgive thee all thy Sins.
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Oh, but he had a strong faith.
O, but he had a strong faith.
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What hath the scripture to take away this objection? In Rom. 5. This was not written for Abraham onely,
What hath the scripture to take away this objection? In Rom. 5. This was not written for Abraham only,
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but for those that believe with the faith of Abraham. I, but I am a wretched sinner, there is little hope of me. Yes: but for those that believe with the faith of Abraham. I, but I am a wretched sinner, there is little hope of me. Yes:
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St. Paul. will come, and comfort thee by his example and experience:
Saint Paul. will come, and Comfort thee by his Exampl and experience:
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this is a faithful saying, that Jesus Christ came into the World to save sinners, of whom I am chief, I, he came to save such sinners, as St Paul was. this is a faithful saying, that jesus christ Come into the World to save Sinners, of whom I am chief, I, he Come to save such Sinners, as Saint Paul was.
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I, saith St. Paul and that I might be an example to all that shall believe in Christ to the end of the world, he takes away that objection. I, Says Saint Paul and that I might be an Exampl to all that shall believe in christ to the end of the world, he Takes away that objection.
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And the Apostle is so heavenly wise, that where he speakes of priviledges, he inlargeth it to others.
And the Apostle is so heavenly wise, that where he speaks of privileges, he enlargeth it to Others.
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There is no condemnation to them that are in Christ Jesus. There is no condemnation to them that Are in christ jesus.
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And what shall separate us from the love of God? But when he speaks of matter of abasement;And what shall separate us from the love of God? But when he speaks of matter of abasement;
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that we may see that he was in regard of his corruptions as much humbled as we,
that we may see that he was in regard of his corruptions as much humbled as we,
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then he speaks in his own person. Oh, wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death.
then he speaks in his own person. O, wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death.
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Therefore his comforts belong to thee.
Therefore his comforts belong to thee.
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Now, as these examples in scripture, and the experiences of Gods Children there, be appliable to us:
Now, as these Examples in scripture, and the experiences of God's Children there, be appliable to us:
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so, much more the experience of Gods Children that are alive. Therefore we should be willing to do offices of comfort in this kind.
so, much more the experience of God's Children that Are alive. Therefore we should be willing to do Offices of Comfort in this kind.
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Those that are of abilitie, either men, or women, they will have in their houses somewhat to comfort others, they will have strong waters, and cordials, and medicines;
Those that Are of ability, either men, or women, they will have in their houses somewhat to Comfort Others, they will have strong waters, and cordials, and medicines;
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and they account it a glorie to have somewhat that their neighbours may be beholding to them for;
and they account it a glory to have somewhat that their neighbours may be beholding to them for;
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and though they bestow it freely, yet they think and account it a sufficient recompence that they can be beneficial to others.
and though they bestow it freely, yet they think and account it a sufficient recompense that they can be beneficial to Others.
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People do this for things of this life, and think they deserve a great deal of respect for their goodnesse in this kind:
People do this for things of this life, and think they deserve a great deal of respect for their Goodness in this kind:
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and there are miseries that pinch us more then the miseries of the bodie.
and there Are misery's that pinch us more then the misery's of the body.
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Every one should labour to have in the house of his soule somewhat, some strong waters of comfort;
Every one should labour to have in the house of his soul somewhat, Some strong waters of Comfort;
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that he may be able to tell others, this refreshed my soul, this hath done me good, I give you no worse then I took my self first;
that he may be able to tell Others, this refreshed my soul, this hath done me good, I give you no Worse then I took my self First;
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this wondrously commends the comfort in the party that gives it, and it commends it to the party, that receives it, to take benefit by the comforts of other men.
this wondrously commends the Comfort in the party that gives it, and it commends it to the party, that receives it, to take benefit by the comforts of other men.
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For, is it not a strengthening to our case, when another shall say to our comfort, it was my case? Is it not sealed by the evidence of two? surely it is a great assurance when we have another to tell us his experience.
For, is it not a strengthening to our case, when Another shall say to our Comfort, it was my case? Is it not sealed by the evidence of two? surely it is a great assurance when we have Another to tell us his experience.
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Again, if this be Gods order, that he will convey comfort to us by others;
Again, if this be God's order, that he will convey Comfort to us by Others;
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then we ought to depend upon Gods Ordinance, we ought to expect comfort one from another, especially from the ministers who are messengers of comfort.
then we ought to depend upon God's Ordinance, we ought to expect Comfort one from Another, especially from the Ministers who Are messengers of Comfort.
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I speak it the rather, because in what degree we neglect any one meanes that God hath ordained to comfort us (though he be the God of comfort,
I speak it the rather, Because in what degree we neglect any one means that God hath ordained to Comfort us (though he be the God of Comfort,
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yet) in that measure we are sure to want comfort: and this is one principal ordinance, the ministerie, and the communion of Saints.
yet) in that measure we Are sure to want Comfort: and this is one principal Ordinance, the Ministry, and the communion of Saints.
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Some there be that will neglect the meanes of salvation, they have dead spirits, and live and die so, for the most part:
some there be that will neglect the means of salvation, they have dead spirits, and live and die so, for the most part:
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they have much ado to recover comfort.
they have much ado to recover Comfort.
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Those men that retire themselves, that will work all out of the flint themselves, they are commonly uncomfortable.
Those men that retire themselves, that will work all out of the flint themselves, they Are commonly uncomfortable.
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God hath ordained one to help another; As in an Arch one stone strengtheneth another, the ministery especially is ordained for comfort.
God hath ordained one to help Another; As in an Arch one stone strengtheneth Another, the Ministry especially is ordained for Comfort.
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And likewise God hath ordained one Christian to comfort another, (as well as the ministers) Let us therefore regard much the communion of Saints.
And likewise God hath ordained one Christian to Comfort Another, (as well as the Ministers) Let us Therefore regard much the communion of Saints.
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Let one Christian labour to comfort another, and every one labour to be fit to receive comfort from others, labour to have humble and willing spirits.
Let one Christian labour to Comfort Another, and every one labour to be fit to receive Comfort from Others, labour to have humble and willing spirits.
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It is so true that God doth convey comfort, even by common Christians as well as the ministers, that St. Paul himself Rom. 1. 12. he desires to see the Romans, that he might receive mutual comfort from them.
It is so true that God does convey Comfort, even by Common Christians as well as the Ministers, that Saint Paul himself Rom. 1. 12. he Desires to see the Roman, that he might receive mutual Comfort from them.
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For a minister may have more knowledge and book-learning perhaps, then another Christian that may have better experience then he, especially in some things:
For a minister may have more knowledge and book-learning perhaps, then Another Christian that may have better experience then he, especially in Some things:
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and there is not the meanest Christian, but he may comfort the greatest Clerk in the world,
and there is not the Meanest Christian, but he may Comfort the greatest Clerk in the world,
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and help him by his experience that God hath shewed to him, by declaring how God shewed him comfort at such a time,
and help him by his experience that God hath showed to him, by declaring how God showed him Comfort At such a time,
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and upon such an occasion, The experience of Gods People, the meanest of them may help the best Christians;
and upon such an occasion, The experience of God's People, the Meanest of them may help the best Christians;
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therefore he will have none to be neglected. There is never a member of Christs body, but hath some ability to comfort another;
Therefore he will have none to be neglected. There is never a member of Christ body, but hath Some ability to Comfort Another;
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for Christ hath no dead members.
for christ hath no dead members.
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God will have it so, because he will have one Christian to honour another, and to honour them from the knowledge of the use and necessity that one hath of another.
God will have it so, Because he will have one Christian to honour Another, and to honour them from the knowledge of the use and necessity that one hath of Another.
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If God should not derive comfort from one to another in some degree, and from the meanest to the greatest, one would despise another,
If God should not derive Comfort from one to Another in Some degree, and from the Meanest to the greatest, one would despise Another,
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but God will not have it so, he will have the communion of Saints valued to the end of the world.
but God will not have it so, he will have the communion of Saints valued to the end of the world.
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What will one Christian regard another, what would weak Christians regard the strong, and what would strong Christians regard the weak,
What will one Christian regard Another, what would weak Christians regard the strong, and what would strong Christians regard the weak,
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if there were not a continual supply one from another? Therefore God hath ordained that by the ministery,
if there were not a continual supply one from Another? Therefore God hath ordained that by the Ministry,
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and by the communion of Saints we should comfort one another. Let us not think that this doth not concern us, it concerns us all:
and by the communion of Saints we should Comfort one Another. Let us not think that this does not concern us, it concerns us all:
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therefore when we have any trouble in mind, let us regard the communion of Saints, let us regard acquaintance.
Therefore when we have any trouble in mind, let us regard the communion of Saints, let us regard acquaintance.
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And let us know this, that God will hold us in heavynesse till we have used all the meanes that he hath appointed;
And let us know this, that God will hold us in heaviness till we have used all the means that he hath appointed;
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if one help not, perhaps another will, perhaps the ministery will help, perhaps acquaintance will help;
if one help not, perhaps Another will, perhaps the Ministry will help, perhaps acquaintance will help;
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but if we find not comfort in one, let us go over all.
but if we find not Comfort in one, let us go over all.
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And (would you have more?) Christ himself, did he not take two disciples into the garden with him when his spirit was heavy? Did not he know that God had ordained one to comfort another? Two are better then one, if one be alone, he shall be a cold,
And (would you have more?) christ himself, did he not take two Disciples into the garden with him when his Spirit was heavy? Did not he know that God had ordained one to Comfort Another? Two Are better then one, if one be alone, he shall be a cold,
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but if there be two, they heat one another: if there be one alone, there can hardly be true spiritual heat.
but if there be two, they heat one Another: if there be one alone, there can hardly be true spiritual heat.
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If two be together, if one fall, the other may raise him up, but if one be alone and fall, who shall raise him up? It is meant spiritually,
If two be together, if one fallen, the other may raise him up, but if one be alone and fallen, who shall raise him up? It is meant spiritually,
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as well as bodily and outwardly by Solomon. We cannot have a better president then our blessed Saviour.
as well as bodily and outwardly by Solomon. We cannot have a better president then our blessed Saviour.
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Solitarinesse in such times in Spiritual desertion it is the hour of temptation. When did the divel set on Christ? when he was alone;
Solitariness in such times in Spiritual desertion it is the hour of temptation. When did the Devil Set on christ? when he was alone;
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So the Divell sets on single persons when they are alone, and tempts them, and presseth them with variety of temptations.
So the devil sets on single Persons when they Are alone, and tempts them, and Presseth them with variety of temptations.
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Woe to him that is alone. Woe to him that is alone.
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Christ sent his Disciples by two, and two, that one might comfort another, and one might strengthen another.
christ sent his Disciples by two, and two, that one might Comfort Another, and one might strengthen Another.
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Now, though in particular it belong to ministers in a more eminent sort;
Now, though in particular it belong to Ministers in a more eminent sort;
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yet let every one lay it to heart, you ought to have abilities to comfort others,
yet let every one lay it to heart, you ought to have abilities to Comfort Others,
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and to receive comfort of others. And consider it is an angelical work to comfort others;
and to receive Comfort of Others. And Consider it is an angelical work to Comfort Others;
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we imitate God himself, and the most Excellent creatures the Angels, whose office it is to comfort.
we imitate God himself, and the most Excellent creatures the Angels, whose office it is to Comfort.
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Even our very Saviour, they came to comfort him in his greatest extremity. A man is a God to a man when he comforts;
Even our very Saviour, they Come to Comfort him in his greatest extremity. A man is a God to a man when he comforts;
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when he discomforts, and directs, and withdrawes, he is a divell to a man: men are beasts to men, Divels to men that way:
when he discomforts, and directs, and withdraws, he is a Devil to a man: men Are beasts to men, Devils to men that Way:
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but he that is an instrument to convey comfort, he is a God to a man, God is the God of comfort.
but he that is an Instrument to convey Comfort, he is a God to a man, God is the God of Comfort.
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Thou art in the place of God to a man when thou comfortest him, thou shalt save thy self and others.
Thou art in the place of God to a man when thou comfortest him, thou shalt save thy self and Others.
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God honours men with his own title when they comfort; not onely ministers, but others save men:
God honours men with his own title when they Comfort; not only Ministers, but Others save men:
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thou shalt gain thy brother by thy admonition and reproof, what greater honour can yee have then Gods own title, to be saviours one of another? It is the office I say of Angels, they were sent to comfort Christ;
thou shalt gain thy brother by thy admonition and reproof, what greater honour can ye have then God's own title, to be Saviors one of Another? It is the office I say of Angels, they were sent to Comfort christ;
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it is their duty to pitch their tents about Gods Children, to suggest holy thoughts,
it is their duty to pitch their tents about God's Children, to suggest holy thoughts,
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as the divel suggests evill, and to be about us, though we think not of it.
as the Devil suggests evil, and to be about us, though we think not of it.
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Nay, it is not onely an angelical work, but it is the work of Gods spirit, the sweetest stile of the Holy Ghost is to be a Comforter.
Nay, it is not only an angelical work, but it is the work of God's Spirit, the Sweetest style of the Holy Ghost is to be a Comforter.
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What shall we think of cursed spirits, that insult over others misery, that give them gall to eat,
What shall we think of cursed spirits, that insult over Others misery, that give them Gall to eat,
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and vinegar to drink, that add affliction to the afflicted? What shall we say to barren spirits, that have not a word of comfort to say,
and vinegar to drink, that add affliction to the afflicted? What shall we say to barren spirits, that have not a word of Comfort to say,
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but come in a prophane, and dead manner, I am sorry to see you thus, and I hope you will be better; barren soul, as the wildernesse.
but come in a profane, and dead manner, I am sorry to see you thus, and I hope you will be better; barren soul, as the Wilderness.
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What, a member of Christ, of the communion of Saint, and no way furnished, no word of comfort to a distressed soul? We may know the comfort we have our selves to be comfort indeed,
What, a member of christ, of the communion of Saint, and no Way furnished, no word of Comfort to a distressed soul? We may know the Comfort we have our selves to be Comfort indeed,
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and from the grace and favour of God, when we have hearts enlarged to do good to others with it.
and from the grace and favour of God, when we have hearts enlarged to do good to Others with it.
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How do gifts, and grace differ? (to add that useful distinction.) And man may have a great many gifts and be proud,
How do Gifts, and grace differ? (to add that useful distinction.) And man may have a great many Gifts and be proud,
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and full of envy, and have a divellish poysonful spirit to draw all to himself,
and full of envy, and have a devilish poisonful Spirit to draw all to himself,
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and not be good, but be carried with self-love, and die a divell notwithstanding his excellent parts.
and not be good, but be carried with Self-love, and die a Devil notwithstanding his excellent parts.
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Why? here are such gifts, and parts, but there is a bitter roote of self-love to draw all to himself, to deifie himself, to make an Idol of himself:
Why? Here Are such Gifts, and parts, but there is a bitter root of Self-love to draw all to himself, to deify himself, to make an Idol of himself:
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but grace with gifts works otherwise, that turnes all by a spirit of love and humility to the good of others.
but grace with Gifts works otherwise, that turns all by a Spirit of love and humility to the good of Others.
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There is no envy in a gracious heart, so far forth as it is gracious, there is no pride,
There is no envy in a gracious heart, so Far forth as it is gracious, there is no pride,
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nor scorn to do good to others.
nor scorn to do good to Others.
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How shall we distinguish men of excellent parts whether they be Christians or not Christians? They have both of them wit and memorie, they have both courage.
How shall we distinguish men of excellent parts whither they be Christians or not Christians? They have both of them wit and memory, they have both courage.
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I, but whether of them improve their parts and abilities most to the good of others? Whether of them hath the most humble spirit, the most loving spirit, the most discreete spirit, to be wittie, to do others to good upon all advantages? there is the Christian, that hath Gods Grace with his gifts.
I, but whither of them improve their parts and abilities most to the good of Others? Whither of them hath the most humble Spirit, the most loving Spirit, the most discreet Spirit, to be witty, to do Others to good upon all advantages? there is the Christian, that hath God's Grace with his Gifts.
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But for the other, Knowledge puffeth up saith the Apostle;
But for the other, Knowledge Puffeth up Says the Apostle;
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what edifies, and builds up? Love edifieth, knowledge gathers many materials, stone, and timber &c. what builds the house, the bodie of Christ? It is a loving and humble spirit.
what Edifies, and builds up? Love Edifieth, knowledge gathers many materials, stone, and timber etc. what builds the house, the body of christ? It is a loving and humble Spirit.
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Therefore let us think that we have nothing in Christianity, by any parts we have, of memory or witt, or reading &c. unlesse we have a humble spirit, that we can deny our selves,
Therefore let us think that we have nothing in Christianity, by any parts we have, of memory or wit, or reading etc. unless we have a humble Spirit, that we can deny our selves,
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and abase our selves to do good to others upon all the best advantages:
and abase our selves to do good to Others upon all the best advantages:
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or else we have not the spirit of Christ, that sweet spirit of Christ that denied himself to do good to us.
or Else we have not the Spirit of christ, that sweet Spirit of christ that denied himself to do good to us.
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Where grace is established once, and is in the right nature, there is a publick mind:
Where grace is established once, and is in the right nature, there is a public mind:
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and it is one of the best signs of a heart that is fashioned to the image of Christ, (who denied himself,
and it is one of the best Signs of a heart that is fashioned to the image of christ, (who denied himself,
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and became all in all to us) to have a publick mind, to have self-love killed, to think I have nothing to purpose as I should have,
and became all in all to us) to have a public mind, to have Self-love killed, to think I have nothing to purpose as I should have,
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except I can make use of it to the good of others: therefore let us be willing to do good in this kind.
except I can make use of it to the good of Others: Therefore let us be willing to do good in this kind.
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think that they are reserved to the times, and place where thou livest, that thou mightest make use of them.
think that they Are reserved to the times, and place where thou Livest, that thou Mightest make use of them.
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Therefore those that need comfort should not flatter themselves in their grief, but humbly depend upon the meanes that God hath ordained.
Therefore those that need Comfort should not flatter themselves in their grief, but humbly depend upon the means that God hath ordained.
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And let every man think, what if God have hid my comfort in another man? what if he have given him the tongue of the learned, to speak a word in season unto me? Let no man think to master his trouble and grief by himself;
And let every man think, what if God have hid my Comfort in Another man? what if he have given him the tongue of the learned, to speak a word in season unto me? Let no man think to master his trouble and grief by himself;
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we are members of the body, and the good that God will convey to us, must be from, and by others.
we Are members of the body, and the good that God will convey to us, must be from, and by Others.
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Therefore it is a mutual duty, those that have comfort ought to comfort others;
Therefore it is a mutual duty, those that have Comfort ought to Comfort Others;
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and those that do need comfort, ought to repiare to others, it is the ordinance of God.
and those that do need Comfort, ought to repiare to Others, it is the Ordinance of God.
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As Job saith, for one of a thousand to shew a man his righteousnesse.
As Job Says, for one of a thousand to show a man his righteousness.
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Though a man be never so wise, yet sometimes he knowes not his owne comfort, he knowes not that portion of comfort that belongs to him till some others discover it to him.
Though a man be never so wise, yet sometime he knows not his own Comfort, he knows not that portion of Comfort that belongs to him till Some Others discover it to him.
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Physitians will have others to heale themselves, to judge of their diseases;
Physicians will have Others to heal themselves, to judge of their diseases;
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and certainly one reason why persons that are excellent (in themselves) have passed their daies in darknesse, it hath been this, that they think to overmaster their heavinesse and distraction of spirit with their own reason &c. which will not be.
and Certainly one reason why Persons that Are excellent (in themselves) have passed their days in darkness, it hath been this, that they think to overmaster their heaviness and distraction of Spirit with their own reason etc. which will not be.
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God, what he will do, he will do by his own meanes, and ordinance.
God, what he will do, he will do by his own means, and Ordinance.
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Let us therefore learn hence, to see the goodnesse of God, that besides the Ministery that he hath ordeyned and the salvation that he keeps for us,
Let us Therefore Learn hence, to see the Goodness of God, that beside the Ministry that he hath ordained and the salvation that he keeps for us,
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and the promises that he hath given us, and the Angels that attend us &c. he doth even ordain others, that are men,
and the promises that he hath given us, and the Angels that attend us etc. he does even ordain Others, that Are men,
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and have bodies with our selves, other fellow-Christians to be instruments to convey comfort, he trains them up that they may be able to comfort, and do good to us:
and have bodies with our selves, other fellow-Christians to be Instruments to convey Comfort, he trains them up that they may be able to Comfort, and do good to us:
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and he hides the good he intends to us, in them, and conveyes it to us by them:
and he hides the good he intends to us, in them, and conveys it to us by them:
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it is a speciall goodnesse of God, that every thing should tend to our good. Thus all things are for us, the sufferings of others tend to increase our comfort,
it is a special Goodness of God, that every thing should tend to our good. Thus all things Are for us, the sufferings of Others tend to increase our Comfort,
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and the comfort of others is for our comfort.
and the Comfort of Others is for our Comfort.
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There is such a sweet prudence in directing us to heaven that God makes every thing help;
There is such a sweet prudence in directing us to heaven that God makes every thing help;
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not onely our own troubles that we suffer our selves, but he doth sweetly turn the troubles of others,
not only our own Troubles that we suffer our selves, but he does sweetly turn the Troubles of Others,
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and the comforts of others to our good. It ministreth an argument of praising and blessing of God:
and the comforts of Others to our good. It Ministereth an argument of praising and blessing of God:
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and that we should answer him in the like, that as he hath devised all the waies that may be of comforting us, of turning all to our good, that, that we suffer our selves, and that, that others suffer;
and that we should answer him in the like, that as he hath devised all the ways that may be of comforting us, of turning all to our good, that, that we suffer our selves, and that, that Others suffer;
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so we should study by all means and waies to set forth his glory, and no way to grieve the spirit of so gracious a God, that thus every way intends our comfort.
so we should study by all means and ways to Set forth his glory, and no Way to grieve the Spirit of so gracious a God, that thus every Way intends our Comfort.
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VERS. V. For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolations also abound by Christ.VERS. V. For as the sufferings of christ abound in us, so our consolations also abound by christ.
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HEre the blessed Apostle shewes the reason why his heart was so inlarged as we see in vers 3. in the middest of his troubles and persecutions, to blesse God, there was good reason,
Here the blessed Apostle shows the reason why his heart was so enlarged as we see in vers 3. in the midst of his Troubles and persecutions, to bless God, there was good reason,
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for as his afflictions, so his consolations abounded.
for as his afflictions, so his consolations abounded.
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It is a reason likewise of his ability to comfort others, the reason why he was fitted to comfort others:
It is a reason likewise of his ability to Comfort Others, the reason why he was fitted to Comfort Others:
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because he found comfort abound in himself in his sufferings: so they have a double reference to the words before.
Because he found Comfort abound in himself in his sufferings: so they have a double Referente to the words before.
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But to take the words in themselves. As the Suffrings of Christ abound &c.
But to take the words in themselves. As the Sufferings of christ abound etc.
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It is an excellent portion of scripture, and that which I should have a great deal of encouragement to speak of,
It is an excellent portion of scripture, and that which I should have a great deal of encouragement to speak of,
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if the times and disposition of the hearers were for it:
if the times and disposition of the hearers were for it:
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for it is a text of comfort for those that suffer persecution, that suffer affliction for the Gospel.
for it is a text of Comfort for those that suffer persecution, that suffer affliction for the Gospel.
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Now because we do not suffer, or at least we suffer not any great matter, (except it be a reproach or the like, which is a matter of nothing,
Now Because we do not suffer, or At least we suffer not any great matter, (except it be a reproach or the like, which is a matter of nothing,
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but a chip of the cross, a trifle,) therefore we hear these matters of comfort against the disgrace of the crosse of Christ, with dead hearts.
but a chip of the cross, a trifle,) Therefore we hear these matters of Comfort against the disgrace of the cross of christ, with dead hearts.
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But we know not what we are reserved to:
But we know not what we Are reserved to:
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therefore we must learn somewhat to store up, though we have not present use of it.
Therefore we must Learn somewhat to store up, though we have not present use of it.
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The severall branches of divine truths that may be observed from these words, are first this,
The several branches of divine truths that may be observed from these words, Are First this,
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That the sufferings of Christians may abound. They are many in this world, and they may be more still.
That the sufferings of Christians may abound. They Are many in this world, and they may be more still.
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Secondly, what we ought to think of those sufferings, what judgment we are to have of them.
Secondly, what we ought to think of those sufferings, what judgement we Are to have of them.
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They are the sufferings of Christ.
They Are the sufferings of christ.
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if we look, To God we shall see reasons enough. the Divel the world our selves
if we look, To God we shall see Reasons enough. the devil the world our selves
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Thirdly that being the sufferings of Christ, he will not destitute us of comfort, but we have our comfort increased in a proportion answerable to our troubles.
Thirdly that being the sufferings of christ, he will not destitute us of Comfort, but we have our Comfort increased in a proportion answerable to our Troubles.
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The fourth point is by whom & in whom all this is, this strange work is by Christ, the ballancing of these two so sweetly together, crosses and comforts, they come both from one hand, both from one spring, the sufferings of Christ, and the comforts of Christ,
The fourth point is by whom & in whom all this is, this strange work is by christ, the balancing of these two so sweetly together, Crosses and comforts, they come both from one hand, both from one spring, the sufferings of christ, and the comforts of christ,
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and both abound, our troubles are for him, and our comforts are by him. So here is sufferings, and comfort, increase of suffering, increase of comfort, sufferings for Christ,
and both abound, our Troubles Are for him, and our comforts Are by him. So Here is sufferings, and Comfort, increase of suffering, increase of Comfort, sufferings for christ,
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and comfort by Christ, you see them ballanced together, and you see which weighs down the ballance, comfort by Christ, weighes down sufferings for Christ;
and Comfort by christ, you see them balanced together, and you see which weighs down the balance, Comfort by christ, weighs down sufferings for christ;
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the good is greater then the ill. It is a point of wondrous comfort.
the good is greater then the ill. It is a point of wondrous Comfort.
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The Ark you know mounted up, as the waters mounted up, when the waters overflowed the world:
The Ark you know mounted up, as the waters mounted up, when the waters overflowed the world:
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so it is here in this verse, there is a mounting of the waters, a rising of the waters above the mountaines;
so it is Here in this verse, there is a mounting of the waters, a rising of the waters above the Mountains;
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afflictions increase, and grow higher and higher, but be of good comfort, here is the Ark above the waters, here is consolation above all,
afflictions increase, and grow higher and higher, but be of good Comfort, Here is the Ark above the waters, Here is consolation above all,
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as our sufferings for Christ increase, so our consolations likewise by Christ increase. For the first, I will be very short in it.
as our sufferings for christ increase, so our consolations likewise by christ increase. For the First, I will be very short in it.
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The sufferings of Christ abound in us:
The sufferings of christ abound in us:
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There is no bodie in this world, but first or last, if they live any long time, they must suffer, There is no body in this world, but First or last, if they live any long time, they must suffer,
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and as a man is in degrees of goodnesse, so his sufferings must abound, the better man the more sufferings.
and as a man is in Degrees of Goodness, so his sufferings must abound, the better man the more sufferings.
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Sufferings abounded in St. Paul, it doth not abound in all, that was personall in St. Paul, to abound in sufferings, it doth not go out of the person of St. Paul, and such as St. Paul was.
Sufferings abounded in Saint Paul, it does not abound in all, that was personal in Saint Paul, to abound in sufferings, it does not go out of the person of Saint Paul, and such as Saint Paul was.
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All must suffer, but not in a like measure:
All must suffer, but not in a like measure:
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there are several cups, all do not abound in sufferings, as all do not abound in grace, and strength.
there Are several cups, all do not abound in sufferings, as all do not abound in grace, and strength.
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Those that are of a higher ranck, their sufferings abound more.
Those that Are of a higher rank, their sufferings abound more.
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God doth not use an exact proportion in afflictions, but that which we call geometrical, a proportion appliable to the strength of the sufferer.
God does not use an exact proportion in afflictions, but that which we call geometrical, a proportion appliable to the strength of the sufferer.
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Christ, as he had more strength then any; so he suffered more then any;
christ, as he had more strength then any; so he suffered more then any;
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and St. Paul having an extraordinary measure of strength, he suffered more then all the Apostles, the sufferings of Christ abounded in him, but all must suffer.
and Saint Paul having an extraordinary measure of strength, he suffered more then all the Apostles, the sufferings of christ abounded in him, but all must suffer.
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If we look to God and Christ we are ordained to be conformable to Christ; we must be conformable to Christ in sufferings first, before we be in glorie.
If we look to God and christ we Are ordained to be conformable to christ; we must be conformable to christ in sufferings First, before we be in glory.
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It is Gods decree, we are called to sufferings as well as to be believing:
It is God's Decree, we Are called to sufferings as well as to be believing:
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we must answer Gods call, every Christian must resolve to take up his Crosse every day, some degree of the Crosse or other:
we must answer God's call, every Christian must resolve to take up his Cross every day, Some degree of the Cross or other:
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reproach for Christs sake is a suffering, the scorn of the world is the rebuke of Christ.
reproach for Christ sake is a suffering, the scorn of the world is the rebuke of christ.
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We are called to suffering as well as to Glorie:
We Are called to suffering as well as to Glory:
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it is part of our effectual calling, it is an appendix, an accessorie thing to the main, we must take grace with suffering;
it is part of our effectual calling, it is an appendix, an accessory thing to the main, we must take grace with suffering;
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and it is well we may have it so too:
and it is well we may have it so too:
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it is well that we have the state of grace here, and glorie hereafter with suffering, If we look to the divel, there must be suffering;
it is well that we have the state of grace Here, and glory hereafter with suffering, If we look to the Devil, there must be suffering;
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Satan is the Prince of the world; he is the prince of an opposite Kingdom.
Satan is the Prince of the world; he is the Prince of an opposite Kingdom.
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If we consider what place we live in when we are taken out of the world to the blessed estate of Christians, to be members of Christ, and heirs of heaven:
If we Consider what place we live in when we Are taken out of the world to the blessed estate of Christians, to be members of christ, and Heirs of heaven:
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the world is strange to us, and we are strangers to it.
the world is strange to us, and we Are Strangers to it.
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Crosses and afflictions are necessarie for them that are travellers, we would think else that we were at home,
Crosses and afflictions Are necessary for them that Are travellers, we would think Else that we were At home,
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and forget our countrie, considering the condition we live in, we must have sufferings.
and forget our country, considering the condition we live in, we must have sufferings.
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If we consider the disposition of the parties among whom we live, they are people of an opposite spirit,
If we Consider the disposition of the parties among whom we live, they Are people of an opposite Spirit,
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therefore they maligne us, because we are taken from among them. And though there be no opposition shewed to them:
Therefore they malign us, Because we Are taken from among them. And though there be no opposition showed to them:
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yet it upbraids enough their cursed estate, when they see others taken from them that speakes loud enough that their course is naught, that they see others mislike it.
yet it upbraids enough their cursed estate, when they see Others taken from them that speaks loud enough that their course is nought, that they see Others mislike it.
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The world, that is led by the spirit of Satan, malignes them that are better then themselves.
The world, that is led by the Spirit of Satan, malignes them that Are better then themselves.
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There is opposition between the seed of the Serpent and the seed of the woman:
There is opposition between the seed of the Serpent and the seed of the woman:
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so long as there are wicked men that are instruments, and Organs of the divel, Gods Children must be opposed while there is a Divell suffered to be the God of the World; and so long as he hath so strong a faction in the world as he hath, the Children of disobedience in whom he rules, Gods Children shall never want suffering.
so long as there Are wicked men that Are Instruments, and Organs of the Devil, God's Children must be opposed while there is a devil suffered to be the God of the World; and so long as he hath so strong a faction in the world as he hath, the Children of disobedience in whom he rules, God's Children shall never want suffering.
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If we regard our selves, we have alwaies in our selves, good and bad.
If we regard our selves, we have always in our selves, good and bad.
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That which is good, we have need of sufferings to exercise it, and to know it:
That which is good, we have need of sufferings to exercise it, and to know it:
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for if their were no sufferings, how should we know what good we have? Is it not a great comfort to a Christian,
for if their were no sufferings, how should we know what good we have? Is it not a great Comfort to a Christian,
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when he knowes, by suffering that he hath more patience then he looked for, that he hath more faith then he thought he had, that he hath more love to God, that he can endure to suffer more for God then ever he thought he could, that he hath more resigning of his heart,
when he knows, by suffering that he hath more patience then he looked for, that he hath more faith then he Thought he had, that he hath more love to God, that he can endure to suffer more for God then ever he Thought he could, that he hath more resigning of his heart,
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and giving up of himself then he thought of, that he can denie the world, which he thought he could not have done? What a comfort is it to a Christain,
and giving up of himself then he Thought of, that he can deny the world, which he Thought he could not have done? What a Comfort is it to a Christian,
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when he knowes by suffering what he can do, and what he cannot do?
when he knows by suffering what he can do, and what he cannot do?
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It is good therefore, and necessarie in regard of our selves, that we may know our strength.
It is good Therefore, and necessary in regard of our selves, that we may know our strength.
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In regard likewise of the evill that is in us, suffer we must:
In regard likewise of the evil that is in us, suffer we must:
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for there must be a daily purging, and the best instruments to scoure us, are wicked men, the Divells Instruments;
for there must be a daily purging, and the best Instruments to scour us, Are wicked men, the Devils Instruments;
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It is unfit for Gods Chiidren to take that base office on them, for one Christian to fall upon another:
It is unfit for God's Chiidren to take that base office on them, for one Christian to fallen upon Another:
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it is good there should be an opposite faction in the world, that there should be wicked men, in regard of the ill that is in us;
it is good there should be an opposite faction in the world, that there should be wicked men, in regard of the ill that is in us;
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there is somewhat to be scoured and purged out. So we see whether we look upward, or downward, to God, or to the Divell,
there is somewhat to be scoured and purged out. So we see whither we look upward, or downward, to God, or to the devil,
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or to the faction of the Divell in the World, or to our selves for good,
or to the faction of the devil in the World, or to our selves for good,
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or evill, it is necessary that there should be some afflictions.
or evil, it is necessary that there should be Some afflictions.
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And to speak a little more home to us, there must be sufferings in this regard,
And to speak a little more home to us, there must be sufferings in this regard,
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because the Church alway hath corruption and soyl, especially in prosperity. If a man look to the Churches in Germany that have suffered much of late,
Because the Church always hath corruption and soil, especially in Prosperity. If a man look to the Churches in Germany that have suffered much of late,
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and mark what reports hath been given of them, how cold, and dull they were in the profession of the Gospel,
and mark what reports hath been given of them, how cold, and dull they were in the profession of the Gospel,
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how indifferent they were, how they valued not that invaluable pearl, a man shall see that suffering was needful to scoure them.
how indifferent they were, how they valued not that invaluable pearl, a man shall see that suffering was needful to scour them.
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If a man look to the state of this Citie (though there be many good people, the Lord increase the number of them,
If a man look to the state of this city (though there be many good people, the Lord increase the number of them,
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yet) if a man consider with what cold affections the blessed truth of God is entertained, which (I say) is above all.
yet) if a man Consider with what cold affections the blessed truth of God is entertained, which (I say) is above all.
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& so long as a Christian soul and God can close together it cannot want comfort.
& so long as a Christian soul and God can close together it cannot want Comfort.
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what is all, that we enjoy? what is our peace to the Gospel of peace? What is our prosperity,
what is all, that we enjoy? what is our peace to the Gospel of peace? What is our Prosperity,
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and what is all to the blessed truth of Salvation? If we had not that, wherein were not the Turks as good as we? for all other things were not other nations as good as we? certainly yes;
and what is all to the blessed truth of Salvation? If we had not that, wherein were not the Turks as good as we? for all other things were not other Nations as good as we? Certainly yes;
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for policy, and other beautie, and ornaments, and rarities, what have we to lift up our excellencie,
for policy, and other beauty, and Ornament, and rarities, what have we to lift up our excellency,
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but the continuance of the blessed doctrine of salvation, whereby our souls are begotten to God, to an inheritance immortall, undefiled, reserved in the heavens? Now the cold esteem of this, certainly will enforce in time a national suffering ▪ unlesse there be a national repentance.
but the Continuance of the blessed Doctrine of salvation, whereby our Souls Are begotten to God, to an inheritance immortal, undefiled, reserved in the heavens? Now the cold esteem of this, Certainly will enforce in time a national suffering ▪ unless there be a national Repentance.
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It is true of every particular Christian:
It is true of every particular Christian:
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as we see when the raine and the heat joyn together, they breed as well Weeds as Corn:
as we see when the rain and the heat join together, they breed as well Weeds as Corn:
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so prosperity, and the blessings of God, they have brought up in us much weeds as well as good Corne,
so Prosperity, and the blessings of God, they have brought up in us much weeds as well as good Corn,
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and there must be a time of weeding and purging in regard of our state in this world, we are gathering soyl every day, there must be a suffering one time or other.
and there must be a time of weeding and purging in regard of our state in this world, we Are gathering soil every day, there must be a suffering one time or other.
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But some will say, what do you talk of suffering? Now is a time of peace, we live among Christians,
But Some will say, what do you talk of suffering? Now is a time of peace, we live among Christians,
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and not Pagans, and Turkes, and for our adversaries, though they be many, yet they do not shew themselves.
and not Pagans, and Turkes, and for our Adversaries, though they be many, yet they do not show themselves.
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St. Austin answers this in himself, do but begin to live as a Christian should,
Saint Austin answers this in himself, do but begin to live as a Christian should,
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and see if thou shalt not be used unchristianly of them that are Christians in name, but not in deed.
and see if thou shalt not be used unchristianly of them that Are Christians in name, but not in deed.
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A suffering from Christians is more sharp then that of enemies. Those that are fleshly will be ready to be injurious:
A suffering from Christians is more sharp then that of enemies. Those that Are fleshly will be ready to be injurious:
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those that are carnal, formall professors, will be ready to offer some disgrace or other to those that are more spiritual then themselves.
those that Are carnal, formal professors, will be ready to offer Some disgrace or other to those that Are more spiritual then themselves.
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There is a three-fold suffering in the Church since Christs time. The first was of doctrine concerning the natures of Christ, there was persecution about that:
There is a threefold suffering in the Church since Christ time. The First was of Doctrine Concerning the nature's of christ, there was persecution about that:
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for there were Arians that denyed the God-head, and others that denied the man-hood of Christ,
for there were Arians that denied the Godhead, and Others that denied the manhood of christ,
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and such like great enemies of the Church.
and such like great enemies of the Church.
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Afterward in Poperie, they set on Christs offices, and divided his Kingly, and priestly, and propheticall office, to the Pope, to Saints, to works and such like, incroaching upon them,
Afterwards in Popery, they Set on Christ Offices, and divided his Kingly, and priestly, and prophetical office, to the Pope, to Saints, to works and such like, encroaching upon them,
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for he suffers nothing, he is out of all the malice of persecutours, they cannot reach to heaven to Christ;
for he suffers nothing, he is out of all the malice of persecutors, they cannot reach to heaven to christ;
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and persecuting with fire and faggot, all those that gave all to Christ, and did not sacrilegiously give any thing to the creature.
and persecuting with fire and faggot, all those that gave all to christ, and did not sacrilegiously give any thing to the creature.
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But there is a persecution as ill as any of these where the nature and offices of Christ are well enough understood, where the power of religion is opposed by others,
But there is a persecution as ill as any of these where the nature and Offices of christ Are well enough understood, where the power of Religion is opposed by Others,
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when so much religion as is necessary to bring a man to heaven is opposed: for it is not the knowledge of the nature and offices, and benefits by Christ,
when so much Religion as is necessary to bring a man to heaven is opposed: for it is not the knowledge of the nature and Offices, and benefits by christ,
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but it is a knowledge that hath obedience with it that must bring us to heaven;
but it is a knowledge that hath Obedience with it that must bring us to heaven;
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a knowledge with self-denyall, a knowledge with selling and parting with all our lusts and wicked courses that will not stand with the Gospel.
a knowledge with self-denial, a knowledge with selling and parting with all our Lustiest and wicked courses that will not stand with the Gospel.
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Now where this is, this cannot be brooked by any meanes, and it goes under as great disgrace,
Now where this is, this cannot be brooked by any means, and it Goes under as great disgrace,
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as heresies did in former times:
as heresies did in former times:
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so that it is a matter of reproach to have so much religion as is necessarily required of a man before he can be saved.
so that it is a matter of reproach to have so much Religion as is necessarily required of a man before he can be saved.
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That which the world disgraces is necessary to every man before he can be saved, that is a strickt giving up of himself to God,
That which the world disgraces is necessary to every man before he can be saved, that is a strict giving up of himself to God,
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and a watching over his waies, as much as humane frailty will permit;
and a watching over his ways, as much as humane frailty will permit;
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a conscionable endeavour in all things to please God, out of conscience and thankfulnesse to God;
a conscionable endeavour in all things to please God, out of conscience and thankfulness to God;
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we must not think to come to heaven without that, it will not be, without holinesse none shall see God This despised holinesse, this maligned holinesse is that which is necessarie to bring us to heaven,
we must not think to come to heaven without that, it will not be, without holiness none shall see God This despised holiness, this maligned holiness is that which is necessary to bring us to heaven,
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and so much as is necessarie to bring us to heaven is disgraced every where.
and so much as is necessary to bring us to heaven is disgraced every where.
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Those that resolve to be Christians in good earnest and would have comfort on their death bed & in the times of persecution they must endure to be set light by, to bear the reproach of Christ, they must resolve on this before hand, that when these things come to passe, we be not offended.
Those that resolve to be Christians in good earnest and would have Comfort on their death Bed & in the times of persecution they must endure to be Set Light by, to bear the reproach of christ, they must resolve on this before hand, that when these things come to pass, we be not offended.
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Well, then to make a little use of this; Well, then to make a little use of this;
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since there must be troubles and crosses, and they must increase, if we will be Christians;
since there must be Troubles and Crosses, and they must increase, if we will be Christians;
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Let this teach us to judge aright of those that are ill thought on in the world oft times, (when we see nothing but good in their carriage) oh what imputations are laid on them, you may see what an indiscreet man he was, you may see that he lacked wisdom and policy, else he might have kept himself out of this trouble.
Let this teach us to judge aright of those that Are ill Thought on in the world oft times, (when we see nothing but good in their carriage) o what imputations Are laid on them, you may see what an indiscreet man he was, you may see that he lacked Wisdom and policy, Else he might have kept himself out of this trouble.
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But what if there be inward grievances too? Then we have deeper comforts then they:
But what if there be inward grievances too? Then we have Deeper comforts then they:
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I would ask such a party, had not Christ as much wisdom as thee? He was the wisdom of the Father, did he keep out of reproaches? was he not reproached as a troublesome man,
I would ask such a party, had not christ as much Wisdom as thee? He was the Wisdom of the Father, did he keep out of Reproaches? was he not reproached as a troublesome man,
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as an enemie to Cesar, and taxed for base things;
as an enemy to Cesar, and taxed for base things;
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as a wine bibber &c. and one that had a divell, and many other waies? Was not St. Paul as discreet as we are, who in our understanding and conceit are ready to conceive distastfully of men that suffer any thing for the Gospel? and yet notwithstanding, all his wisdom kept him not from the crosse,
as a wine bibber etc. and one that had a Devil, and many other ways? Was not Saint Paul as discreet as we Are, who in our understanding and conceit Are ready to conceive distastefully of men that suffer any thing for the Gospel? and yet notwithstanding, all his Wisdom kept him not from the cross,
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but the crosse abides me, saith he, every where.
but the cross abides me, Says he, every where.
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The Divell and the crosse follow Gods Children wheresoever they go, all their wisdome and holinesse cannot keep them from it,
The devil and the cross follow God's Children wheresoever they go, all their Wisdom and holiness cannot keep them from it,
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because God hath decreed it, and called them to it, and they must be conformable to Christ.
Because God hath decreed it, and called them to it, and they must be conformable to christ.
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Therefore let us take heed that we do not suffer men to suffer in our conceits,
Therefore let us take heed that we do not suffer men to suffer in our conceits,
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when they suffer in a good cause, the crosse of Christ, reproachful things, base death, &c. Afflictions are therefore called the crosse,
when they suffer in a good cause, the cross of christ, reproachful things, base death, etc. Afflictions Are Therefore called the cross,
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because there is a kind of basenesse with them, and as it is so, so carnal men esteem it, presently with the suffering there goes a taint,
Because there is a kind of baseness with them, and as it is so, so carnal men esteem it, presently with the suffering there Goes a taint,
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and an abasing in their conceit, of those men that suffer in a good cause, there is a diminishing conceit goes in carnall men of that which should be their glorie;
and an abasing in their conceit, of those men that suffer in a good cause, there is a diminishing conceit Goes in carnal men of that which should be their glory;
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our crosses abound; but what ought we to judge of these crosses. They are the sufferings of Christ.our Crosses abound; but what ought we to judge of these Crosses. They Are the sufferings of christ.
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Why? Christ suffers nothing, he is in heaven, in glorie;
Why? christ suffers nothing, he is in heaven, in glory;
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how can he suffer? This is to disparage his Glorious estate, to make him suffer any thing.
how can he suffer? This is to disparage his Glorious estate, to make him suffer any thing.
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I answer, the sufferings of Christ, they are two-fold;
I answer, the sufferings of christ, they Are twofold;
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the sufferings of Christs person, that which he suffered himself which were propitiatory, and satisfactory for our redemption;
the sufferings of Christ person, that which he suffered himself which were propitiatory, and satisfactory for our redemption;
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and the sufferings of Christ in his mystical body, which likewise is called Christ.
and the sufferings of christ in his mystical body, which likewise is called christ.
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For Christ in scripture is taken either for Christ himself, or for the members of Christ;
For christ in scripture is taken either for christ himself, or for the members of christ;
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why persecutest thou me? saith he to Saul: or for the whole body mysticall with the head 1 Cor. 12. so is Christ, Christ head and members is called Christ.why Persecutest thou me? Says he to Saul: or for the Whole body mystical with the head 1 Cor. 12. so is christ, christ head and members is called christ.
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Now when he calls the sufferings of the Church the sufferings of Christ, he meanes not the sufferings of Christ in his own person;
Now when he calls the sufferings of the Church the sufferings of christ, he means not the sufferings of christ in his own person;
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but comforts, and the bitterest crosses yield the sweetst comforts.
but comforts, and the Bitterest Crosses yield the Sweetest comforts.
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but he means the sufferings of Christ in his mystical body, these are called the sufferings of Christ.
but he means the sufferings of christ in his mystical body, these Are called the sufferings of christ.
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Why are these called the sufferings of Christ? Partly, because they are the sufferings of mystical Christ, the body of Christ, the Church; Why Are these called the sufferings of christ? Partly, Because they Are the sufferings of mystical christ, the body of christ, the Church;
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for the Church the companie of true belevers, are the fulnesse of Christ, they make up the mystical body of Christ;
for the Church the company of true believers, Are the fullness of christ, they make up the mystical body of christ;
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therefore when they suffer he that is the head suffers. Again, they are called the sufferings of Christ, those that his members and Children suffer,
Therefore when they suffer he that is the head suffers. Again, they Are called the sufferings of christ, those that his members and Children suffer,
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because they are for Christ, they are in his quarrell, they are for his truth, for his cause, and by his appoyntment he calls us to suffering;
Because they Are for christ, they Are in his quarrel, they Are for his truth, for his cause, and by his appointment he calls us to suffering;
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it is for his cause, in our intendment we intend to suffer for Christ, to maintain his cause, they are the sufferings of Christ likewise in the intent of the opposites and enemies, they persecute us for some goodnesse they see in us, they persecute the cause and truth of Christ in us,
it is for his cause, in our intendment we intend to suffer for christ, to maintain his cause, they Are the sufferings of christ likewise in the intent of the opposites and enemies, they persecute us for Some Goodness they see in us, they persecute the cause and truth of christ in us,
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so they are the sufferings of Christ both waies.
so they Are the sufferings of christ both ways.
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Especially, they are the sufferings of Christ by way of sympathie, because Christ doth impute them to himself.
Especially, they Are the sufferings of christ by Way of Sympathy, Because christ does impute them to himself.
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The sufferings of Christ. It is a phrase that springs from the near union that is between Christ and his members, the Church, which is as near or nearer then any natural union between the head and members:The sufferings of christ. It is a phrase that springs from the near Union that is between christ and his members, the Church, which is as near or nearer then any natural Union between the head and members:
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hereupon it comes that we are said to suffer with him, to die with him, to be crucified with him, to ascend with him, to fit in heavenly places with him, to judge the world with him, to do all with him by reason of this union;
hereupon it comes that we Are said to suffer with him, to die with him, to be Crucified with him, to ascend with him, to fit in heavenly places with him, to judge the world with him, to do all with him by reason of this Union;
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and he is said to suffer with us, to be afflicted in us, to be reproached with us, he was stoned in Stephen, he was persecuted by Saul, he was beheaded in Paul, he was burned with the Martyrs, he was banished with the Christians,
and he is said to suffer with us, to be afflicted in us, to be reproached with us, he was stoned in Stephen, he was persecuted by Saul, he was beheaded in Paul, he was burned with the Martyrs, he was banished with the Christians,
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and he suffers in all his Children:
and he suffers in all his Children:
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not that he doth so in his own person, but because it pleaseth him by reason of the near communion that is between him and us, to take that which is done to his members, as done to himself;
not that he does so in his own person, but Because it Pleases him by reason of the near communion that is between him and us, to take that which is done to his members, as done to himself;
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therefore they are called the sufferings of Christ, he suffers when we suffer, and we suffer when he suffers.
Therefore they Are called the sufferings of christ, he suffers when we suffer, and we suffer when he suffers.
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The difference is, all the comfort in our sufferings it comes from communion in his sufferings, because he is our surety;
The difference is, all the Comfort in our sufferings it comes from communion in his sufferings, Because he is our surety;
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hath not he more that hath the spring, then he that hath twenty Cisterns? Those that have riches,
hath not he more that hath the spring, then he that hath twenty Cisterns? Those that have riches,
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for why are we encouraged to suffer by way of sympathy and communion with him? because he in love died for us,
for why Are we encouraged to suffer by Way of Sympathy and communion with him? Because he in love died for us,
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and was crucified for us, and abased for us, and shamed for us.
and was Crucified for us, and abased for us, and shamed for us.
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And when is the soul encouraged to suffer afflictions for Christ? when it hath a little felt the wrath of God that Christ suffered for it.
And when is the soul encouraged to suffer afflictions for christ? when it hath a little felt the wrath of God that christ suffered for it.
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Oh, how much am I beholding to God for Christ that endured the whole wrath of God.
O, how much am I beholding to God for christ that endured the Whole wrath of God.
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They are the sufferings of Christ, this is a wondrous comfortable point, and it is a notion that doth sweeten the bitterest crosses, that they are the sufferings of Christ;
They Are the sufferings of christ, this is a wondrous comfortable point, and it is a notion that does sweeten the Bitterest Crosses, that they Are the sufferings of christ;
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not onely that we are conformable to Christ in them, we suffer as he did,
not only that we Are conformable to christ in them, we suffer as he did,
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but they are the sufferings of Christ, he imputes them as done to him, he suffers with us.
but they Are the sufferings of christ, he imputes them as done to him, he suffers with us.
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And another reason, why they are the sufferings, of Christ, it is because he not onely takes it as done to himself; And Another reason, why they Are the sufferings, of christ, it is Because he not only Takes it as done to himself;
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but he is present with them, he was with St. Paul in the dungeon, he was with the 3. young men in the firie-furnace, there were 3. put in,
but he is present with them, he was with Saint Paul in the dungeon, he was with the 3. young men in the firy-furnace, there were 3. put in,
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and there was a fourth which was Christ, the son of God, he goes with the martyrs to the prison, to the stake, he is with them till he hath brought them to heaven, he is present with them when they suffer.
and there was a fourth which was christ, the son of God, he Goes with the Martyrs to the prison, to the stake, he is with them till he hath brought them to heaven, he is present with them when they suffer.
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Here I must (before I come to make use of it) distinguish between the crosses, and sufferings of Christ,
Here I must (before I come to make use of it) distinguish between the Crosses, and sufferings of christ,
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and of ordinary sufferings as men. Something in this vale of misery we suffer as creatures;
and of ordinary sufferings as men. Something in this vale of misery we suffer as creatures;
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as being subject to mutability and change, because this is a world of changes.
as being Subject to mutability and change, Because this is a world of changes.
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In this sublunary world there is nothing but changes, thus we suffer as creatures, all creatures are subject to vanity,
In this sublunary world there is nothing but changes, thus we suffer as creatures, all creatures Are Subject to vanity,
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and complain, and groane under it.
and complain, and groan under it.
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Somwhat we suffer as men, it is the common condition of men, this nature of ours since the fall is subject to sicknesses, to crosses,
Somewhat we suffer as men, it is the Common condition of men, this nature of ours since the fallen is Subject to Sicknesses, to Crosses,
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and pain, and casualties, every day brings new crosses with it, this we suffer as men.
and pain, and casualties, every day brings new Crosses with it, this we suffer as men.
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Now the sufferings of Christians as religious holy men, those are here meant, those are the sufferings of Christ.
Now the sufferings of Christians as religious holy men, those Are Here meant, those Are the sufferings of christ.
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Yet notwithstanding the sufferings as men (by the Spirit of God) helps our conformity to Christ, by them the flesh is purged,
Yet notwithstanding the sufferings as men (by the Spirit of God) helps our conformity to christ, by them the Flesh is purged,
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and the Spirit strengthened, and weaning from the world is wrought, and a desire to heaven.
and the Spirit strengthened, and weaning from the world is wrought, and a desire to heaven.
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By the daily crosses we suffer as men, not for Religion, we are much bettered: and those in some sort may be called the sufferings of Christ:
By the daily Crosses we suffer as men, not for Religion, we Are much bettered: and those in Some sort may be called the sufferings of christ:
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because by them we are conformed to Christ more in holinesse, we grow more out of love with the World, and more heavenly minded.
Because by them we Are conformed to christ more in holiness, we grow more out of love with the World, and more heavenly minded.
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This distinction is necessary to know which are best, the sufferings of Christians as good men.
This distinction is necessary to know which Are best, the sufferings of Christians as good men.
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It is a point I say of wonderous comfort, that we should be conformable in our sufferings with our Head Christ Jesus, our Glorified head in heaven, is it not a wonderous comfort? Nay is it not a glory? It is a wondrous glory that God will set us apart to do any thing, that God will take any thing of us, much more that he will single us out to be Champions in his quarrel,
It is a point I say of wondrous Comfort, that we should be conformable in our sufferings with our Head christ jesus, our Glorified head in heaven, is it not a wondrous Comfort? Nay is it not a glory? It is a wondrous glory that God will Set us apart to do any thing, that God will take any thing of us, much more that he will single us out to be Champions in his quarrel,
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and more, that he will triumph in us that the comfort shall abound. To give an instance;
and more, that he will triumph in us that the Comfort shall abound. To give an instance;
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if a Monarch should redeem a slave, a Traitor from Prison, and take him to fight in the Quarrel of his own son, to be his Champion, were it not an honour? so the very sufferings for Christ are an encouragement;
if a Monarch should Redeem a slave, a Traitor from Prison, and take him to fight in the Quarrel of his own son, to be his Champion, were it not an honour? so the very sufferings for christ Are an encouragement;
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the disgraces, and whatsoever they are that we suffer in a good cause, they are ensigns of honour, they are badges of honour of Christian knighthood.
the disgraces, and whatsoever they Are that we suffer in a good cause, they Are ensigns of honour, they Are badges of honour of Christian knighthood.
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If a Golden Fleece, or a Garter, or such things be accounted so highly of and glorified in,
If a Golden Fleece, or a Garter, or such things be accounted so highly of and glorified in,
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because they are favours, &c. much more should the sufferings for Christ be glorified in as ensigns of the love God, and of our Christian profession;
Because they Are favours, etc. much more should the sufferings for christ be glorified in as ensigns of the love God, and of our Christian profession;
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when we fight under Christs Banner, we are like to Christ, we are conformable to him, he went before, and we follow his steps;
when we fight under Christ Banner, we Are like to christ, we Are conformable to him, he went before, and we follow his steps;
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and if we suffer with him, we shall be Glorified with him. and if we suffer with him, we shall be Glorified with him.
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Therefore be not discouraged, that which we think to be matter of discouragement, it should be our Crown, it is our Crown to suffer reproach in a good cause.
Therefore be not discouraged, that which we think to be matter of discouragement, it should be our Crown, it is our Crown to suffer reproach in a good cause.
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It is a sign God favours us, when he takes our credit, our goods, or our life to honour himself by.
It is a Signen God favours us, when he Takes our credit, our goods, or our life to honour himself by.
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Is it not an honour to us? doth he take any thing from us but he gives us better? he takes our goods, but he gives us himself:
Is it not an honour to us? does he take any thing from us but he gives us better? he Takes our goods, but he gives us himself:
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he takes our liberty, but he gives us enlargement of conscience: he takes our life, but he gives us heaven:
he Takes our liberty, but he gives us enlargement of conscience: he Takes our life, but he gives us heaven:
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if he take any thing from us, for to seal his truth, and stand out in his quarrel as Christ saith, he gives an hundred fold in this World, that is a gracious spirit of contentment and comfort. We have God himself:
if he take any thing from us, for to seal his truth, and stand out in his quarrel as christ Says, he gives an hundred fold in this World, that is a gracious Spirit of contentment and Comfort. We have God himself:
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and place, and friends, they have Cisterns, but he that suffers for God, and for Christ, he hath Christ, he hath God, he hath the spring to go to,
and place, and Friends, they have Cisterns, but he that suffers for God, and for christ, he hath christ, he hath God, he hath the spring to go to,
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if all be taken from him, he hath God the spring to go to:
if all be taken from him, he hath God the spring to go to:
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if all particular Beams, he hath the Sun. It is durable, wondrous comfort to suffer for Christs sake.
if all particular Beams, he hath the Sun. It is durable, wondrous Comfort to suffer for Christ sake.
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Therefore let it encourage us in a good course, notwithstanding all the opposition we meet with in the World, let us here learn what is our duty, let the malicious world judge,
Therefore let it encourage us in a good course, notwithstanding all the opposition we meet with in the World, let us Here Learn what is our duty, let the malicious world judge,
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or say, or do what they will, if God be on our side, who can be against us? And if we suffer any thing for Christ, he suffers with us,
or say, or do what they will, if God be on our side, who can be against us? And if we suffer any thing for christ, he suffers with us,
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and in us, and he will triumph in us over all these sufferings at last.
and in us, and he will triumph in us over all these sufferings At last.
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I will add no more, to set an edge upon that I have said then this, they are the sufferings of Christ, we should be many wayes encouraged to suffer for him.
I will add no more, to Set an edge upon that I have said then this, they Are the sufferings of christ, we should be many ways encouraged to suffer for him.
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For did not he suffer for us that, which if all the creatures in heaven and earth had suffered, they would have sunk under it, the wrath of God? And what good have we by his sufferings? are we not freed from Hell and Damnation,
For did not he suffer for us that, which if all the creatures in heaven and earth had suffered, they would have sunk under it, the wrath of God? And what good have we by his sufferings? Are we not freed from Hell and Damnation,
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and have we not Title to Heaven? hath he suffered in his person so much for us,
and have we not Title to Heaven? hath he suffered in his person so much for us,
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and shall not we be content to suffer for him, and his mystical body, that in his own body suffered so much for us?
and shall not we be content to suffer for him, and his mystical body, that in his own body suffered so much for us?
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Again, when we suffer in his quarrel, we suffer not only for him that suffered for us,
Again, when we suffer in his quarrel, we suffer not only for him that suffered for us,
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but we suffer for him that sits at the right hand of God, that is glorious in heaven, The King of Kings, and Lord of Lords.
but we suffer for him that sits At the right hand of God, that is glorious in heaven, The King of Kings, and Lord of lords.
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Our sufferings are sufferings for him that hath done so much for us, and for him that is so able now to over-rule all, to crush our enemies,
Our sufferings Are sufferings for him that hath done so much for us, and for him that is so able now to overrule all, to crush our enemies,
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for him that is so able now to minister comfort by his Spirit.
for him that is so able now to minister Comfort by his Spirit.
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This is a notable encouragement, that they are the sufferings of Christ, that is so glorious as he is,
This is a notable encouragement, that they Are the sufferings of christ, that is so glorious as he is,
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and that will reward every suffering, and every disgrace; we shall be paid well for every suffering, we shall lose nothing.
and that will reward every suffering, and every disgrace; we shall be paid well for every suffering, we shall loose nothing.
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And will not this encourage us likewise to suffer for Christs sake, because he will be with us in all our sufferings, he will not leave us alone, it is his cause,
And will not this encourage us likewise to suffer for Christ sake, Because he will be with us in all our sufferings, he will not leave us alone, it is his cause,
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and he will stand by his own cause, he will maintain his own quarrel, he will cause comfort to increase.
and he will stand by his own cause, he will maintain his own quarrel, he will cause Comfort to increase.
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Is it not an encouragement to defend a Princes quarrel in his own sight when he stands by to abet us? it would encourage a dull mettle.
Is it not an encouragement to defend a Princes quarrel in his own sighed when he Stands by to abet us? it would encourage a dull mettle.
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When we suffer for Christs cause, we have Christ to defend us, he is with us in all our sufferings to bear us up, he puts his shoulder under by his holy Spirit to support us.
When we suffer for Christ cause, we have christ to defend us, he is with us in all our sufferings to bear us up, he puts his shoulder under by his holy Spirit to support us.
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We cannot live long in this world, we owe God a death, we owe nature a death, the sentence of death is past upon us, we cannot enjoy the comfort of this World long:
We cannot live long in this world, we owe God a death, we owe nature a death, the sentence of death is passed upon us, we cannot enjoy the Comfort of this World long:
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and for favour and applause of the World, we must leave it, and it will leave us, we know not how soon:
and for favour and applause of the World, we must leave it, and it will leave us, we know not how soon:
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and this meditation should inforce us to be willing, however it go with us for any thing here,
and this meditation should enforce us to be willing, however it go with us for any thing Here,
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for life, or goods, or friends, or credit and reputation, or whatsoever, to be willing to seal the cause of Christ with that which is dearest to us, If we suffer with him, we shall be glorified with him.
for life, or goods, or Friends, or credit and reputation, or whatsoever, to be willing to seal the cause of christ with that which is dearest to us, If we suffer with him, we shall be glorified with him.
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The very sufferings of Christ are better then the most glorious day of the greatest Monarch in the world that is not a Christian, it is better to suffer with Christ,
The very sufferings of christ Are better then the most glorious day of the greatest Monarch in the world that is not a Christian, it is better to suffer with christ,
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then to joy with the world.
then to joy with the world.
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The very abasement of St. Paul was better then the triumph of Nero. Let Moses be judge, he judged it the best end of the ballance;
The very abasement of Saint Paul was better then the triumph of Nero. Let Moses be judge, he judged it the best end of the balance;
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the very sufferings and reproach of Christ, and of Religion, is better then the best thing in the world:
the very sufferings and reproach of christ, and of Religion, is better then the best thing in the world:
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the worst thing in Christianity, is better then the best thing out of Christ.
the worst thing in Christianity, is better then the best thing out of christ.
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The best thing out of Christ, is the honour of a King, the honour of a Prince, to be a Kings Son, &c. but the reproach of Christ for a good cause is better then the best thing in the world.
The best thing out of christ, is the honour of a King, the honour of a Prince, to be a Kings Son, etc. but the reproach of christ for a good cause is better then the best thing in the world.
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I say, let Moses be judge, if we will not believe it our selves till we feel it:
I say, let Moses be judge, if we will not believe it our selves till we feel it:
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the worst day of a Christian is better then the best day of a Carnal man:
the worst day of a Christian is better then the best day of a Carnal man:
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for he hath the presence of Gods Spirit to support him in some measure.
for he hath the presence of God's Spirit to support him in Some measure.
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Therefore let us not be afraid before hand, fear nothing (saith the Apostle) that thou shalt suffer. And with Moses let us not be ashamed of the rebuke of Christ, but Let us go out of the Campe with Christ learning our reproach.
Therefore let us not be afraid before hand, Fear nothing (Says the Apostle) that thou shalt suffer. And with Moses let us not be ashamed of the rebuke of christ, but Let us go out of the Camp with christ learning our reproach.
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And because we know not what God may call us to, let us entertain presently a resolution to endure whatsoever in this world, God calls us to:
And Because we know not what God may call us to, let us entertain presently a resolution to endure whatsoever in this world, God calls us to:
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to passe through thick and thin, to passe through all kind of waies to the hope of our Glorious calling,
to pass through thick and thin, to pass through all kind of ways to the hope of our Glorious calling,
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if by any way, by any meanes saith St. Paul I may attain the resurrection of the dead; if by any Way, by any means Says Saint Paul I may attain the resurrection of the dead;
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If by any meanes I may come to heaven, by fair death, or by violent death, he scorned reproach,
If by any means I may come to heaven, by fair death, or by violent death, he scorned reproach,
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if by any means he might be happie.
if by any means he might be happy.
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And for others, it is a wondrous quailing to the spirits of men that offer any wrong,
And for Others, it is a wondrous quailing to the spirits of men that offer any wrong,
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if it be but a disgrace; a scoffe is a persecution to a Christian for a good cause:
if it be but a disgrace; a scoff is a persecution to a Christian for a good cause:
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when wicked men oppose a Christian in a good cause and course, let us learn what they do, they kick against the pricks. Do they know what they do? when they reproach Christians, it is the reproach of Christ. What was Ishmaels scorning? a persecution;
when wicked men oppose a Christian in a good cause and course, let us Learn what they do, they kick against the pricks. Do they know what they do? when they reproach Christians, it is the reproach of christ. What was Ishmaels scorning? a persecution;
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Christ is scorned in his members, will he endure this at their hands? When good causes are opposed, Christ is opposed, and Christ is scoffed.
christ is scorned in his members, will he endure this At their hands? When good Causes Are opposed, christ is opposed, and christ is scoffed.
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This doth enable our suffering, being an abasing of it self, that Christ accounts it done to him.
This does enable our suffering, being an abasing of it self, that christ accounts it done to him.
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Base men of the world, they think when they scoffe at goodnesse, and wrong the Image of God in his Children, they think they deride and despise a companie of weak creatures, that they scoffe at silly persons meaner then themselves;
Base men of the world, they think when they scoff At Goodness, and wrong the Image of God in his Children, they think they deride and despise a company of weak creatures, that they scoff At silly Persons meaner then themselves;
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but they are deceived, they scoffe Christ in them, and he takes it so, Saul, Saul why persecutest thou me? The foot is trode on on the earth,
but they Are deceived, they scoff christ in them, and he Takes it so, Saul, Saul why Persecutest thou me? The foot is trodden on on the earth,
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and the head speaks from heaven. It is the reproach of Christ;
and the head speaks from heaven. It is the reproach of christ;
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and it will be laid to thy charge at the day of judgment that thou hast scoffed,
and it will be laid to thy charge At the day of judgement that thou hast scoffed,
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and persecuted, and reproached Christ in his members: it will be a heavy indictment. Men should not regard, what they conceive of things:
and persecuted, and reproached christ in his members: it will be a heavy indictment. Men should not regard, what they conceive of things:
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but what he that must be their judge will conceive of things ere long, and he interprets it as done to his own person.
but what he that must be their judge will conceive of things ere long, and he interprets it as done to his own person.
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It is true both of good and ill, whatsoever good we do to a Christian as a Christian, to a Disciple in the name of a Disciple, Christ takes it as done to himself, Matth. 25. In as much as you have done it to these, you have done it to mee.
It is true both of good and ill, whatsoever good we do to a Christian as a Christian, to a Disciple in the name of a Disciple, christ Takes it as done to himself, Matthew 25. In as much as you have done it to these, you have done it to me.
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It should animate us to do good offices to those that are Christs, what we do to them, we do to Christ.
It should animate us to do good Offices to those that Are Christ, what we do to them, we do to christ.
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Let us be willing to refresh the bowels of Christ in his members, at home,
Let us be willing to refresh the bowels of christ in his members, At home,
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or abroad as occasion serves, to maintain the quarrel of Christ as much as we can, to relieve Christ, he comes to us in the poore and asks relief, he that shed his blood for us, he that dyed for us, he that hath given us all asks a little pittance for himself;
or abroad as occasion serves, to maintain the quarrel of christ as much as we can, to relieve christ, he comes to us in the poor and asks relief, he that shed his blood for us, he that died for us, he that hath given us all asks a little pittance for himself;
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that we for his sake would be so good to him in his members, as to do thus and thus:
that we for his sake would be so good to him in his members, as to do thus and thus:
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that for Jonathans sake we would regard poore lame Mephibosheth his son.
that for Jonathans sake we would regard poor lame Mephibosheth his son.
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Christ though he be gone, he hath some Mephibosheths, some poore weak members, and what offices we do them, he accounts done to himself, it runs on his score, he will be accountable for every good word we speak in his cause,
christ though he be gone, he hath Some Mephibosheth's, Some poor weak members, and what Offices we do them, he accounts done to himself, it runs on his score, he will be accountable for every good word we speak in his cause,
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for every defence, for every act of bountie.
for every defence, for every act of bounty.
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It is a point of large meditation to consider, that the Crosses and Afflictions of Christians they are the sufferings of Christ.
It is a point of large meditation to Consider, that the Crosses and Afflictions of Christians they Are the sufferings of christ.
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Do but consider the spirit of God intended in this phrase, to dignifie all disgraces and indignities that are put upon us in a good cause and quarrel;
Do but Consider the Spirit of God intended in this phrase, to dignify all disgraces and indignities that Are put upon us in a good cause and quarrel;
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could he have said more in few words? he calls them not disgraces, or losses;
could he have said more in few words? he calls them not disgraces, or losses;
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or death, but he puts such a comfortable title upon them that might make us in love with suffering any thing,
or death, but he puts such a comfortable title upon them that might make us in love with suffering any thing,
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and set us on fire to endure any thing in a good cause, they are the sufferings of Christ.
and Set us on fire to endure any thing in a good cause, they Are the sufferings of christ.
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As the sufferings of Christ abound, so our consolations &c. The third general point is, That our consolations are proportionable to our sufferings. Our consolations abound.As the sufferings of christ abound, so our consolations etc. The third general point is, That our consolations Are proportionable to our sufferings. Our consolations abound.
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We suffer in this World, that is hard. I, but they are the sufferings of Christ, there is sweetnesse.
We suffer in this World, that is hard. I, but they Are the sufferings of christ, there is sweetness.
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And then another degree is, our consolations abound as our sufferings abound.
And then Another degree is, our consolations abound as our sufferings abound.
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Consolation, is (as I shewed before in the unfolding of the word) an inward support of the soul against trouble felt or feared:
Consolation, is (as I showed before in the unfolding of the word) an inward support of the soul against trouble felt or feared:
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and it must be stronger then the grievance, or else the action of comfort will not follow.
and it must be Stronger then the grievance, or Else the actium of Comfort will not follow.
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There is a disproportion between the agent, and the patient, in all prevailing actions, or else there is no prevailing:
There is a disproportion between the agent, and the patient, in all prevailing actions, or Else there is no prevailing:
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if the comfort be not above the maladie it is no comfort:
if the Comfort be not above the malady it is no Comfort:
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And therefore no comforts, but divine comforts will stand at length, because in all other comforts sedet medecinum morbo, the maladie is above the remedie:
And Therefore no comforts, but divine comforts will stand At length, Because in all other comforts sedet medecinum morbo, the malady is above the remedy:
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They may keep outward comforts from us, they can never keep the God of comfort from us:
They may keep outward comforts from us, they can never keep the God of Comfort from us:
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they may make glorious pretences as the Philosophers do, Plutarch and Seneca, and the rest: but they are as Apothecaries boxes they have goodly titles, but there is nothing within. Alas!
they may make glorious pretences as the Philosophers do, Plutarch and Senecca, and the rest: but they Are as Apothecaries boxes they have goodly titles, but there is nothing within. Alas!
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when there is trouble in the conscience awakned with the sight of sin, and the displeasure of God, what can all those precepts compose and frame the soul in petty troubles? They have their place:
when there is trouble in the conscience awakened with the sighed of since, and the displeasure of God, what can all those Precepts compose and frame the soul in Petty Troubles? They have their place:
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and surely the neglect of them many times is that, that makes the crosse heavier:
and surely the neglect of them many times is that, that makes the cross Heavier:
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but alas in divine troubles, in terror of conscience, it must be divine comfort, it must be of like nature,
but alas in divine Troubles, in terror of conscience, it must be divine Comfort, it must be of like nature,
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or else the effect of comfort will never follow; and those be the comforts that he meanes here.
or Else the Effect of Comfort will never follow; and those be the comforts that he means Here.
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As our troubles and afflictions abound, so our consolations, our divine supports they abound: the point is this, that Our comforts are proportionable to our sufferings.
As our Troubles and afflictions abound, so our consolations, our divine supports they abound: the point is this, that Our comforts Are proportionable to our sufferings.
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What did I say proportionable? it is above all proportion of suffering.
What did I say proportionable? it is above all proportion of suffering.
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As it is said Rom. 8. the afflictions of this life are not worthy of the glory that shall be revealed. As it is said Rom. 8. the afflictions of this life Are not worthy of the glory that shall be revealed.
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And indeed in this life, the consolations abound as the sufferings abound.
And indeed in this life, the consolations abound as the sufferings abound.
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For God keeps not all for the life to come, he gives us a taste, a grape of Canaan, before we come to Canaan; as the Israelites they sent for grapes to taste the goodnesse of the land,
For God keeps not all for the life to come, he gives us a taste, a grape of Canaan, before we come to Canaan; as the Israelites they sent for grapes to taste the Goodness of the land,
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and they had them brought to them by the spies, by which they might guesse of the fruitfulnesse,
and they had them brought to them by the spies, by which they might guess of the fruitfulness,
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and sweetnesse of the land it self:
and sweetness of the land it self:
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so the taste and relish that Gods Children have of that fulnesse which is reserved in another world, it is answerable,
so the taste and relish that God's Children have of that fullness which is reserved in Another world, it is answerable,
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and proportionable to their sufferings, and in the proportion, the exceeding part is of comfort: there is an exceeding if not for the present, yet afterwards.
and proportionable to their sufferings, and in the proportion, the exceeding part is of Comfort: there is an exceeding if not for the present, yet afterwards.
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The Ark did rise together with the water, and comforts rise together with matter of suffering.
The Ark did rise together with the water, and comforts rise together with matter of suffering.
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But what is the reason of the proportion, why the greatest comforts follow the greatest sufferings, what is the ground of it?
But what is the reason of the proportion, why the greatest comforts follow the greatest sufferings, what is the ground of it?
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They are many, to name some.
They Are many, to name Some.
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First of all this is a ground, that the more capable the soul is of comfort, the more comfort it receives;
First of all this is a ground, that the more capable the soul is of Comfort, the more Comfort it receives;
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but great troubles bring a capacity, and capablenesse of soul, fitting it to receive comfort.
but great Troubles bring a capacity, and capableness of soul, fitting it to receive Comfort.
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How is that? Troubles do humble the soul, and humility is a grace, and the vessel of all grace, and of comfort too:
How is that? Troubles do humble the soul, and humility is a grace, and the vessel of all grace, and of Comfort too:
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a low, and meek spirit is a deep spirit, and the lower, and deeper, and the larger the spirit is, the more capable it is to contain heavenly comfort.
a low, and meek Spirit is a deep Spirit, and the lower, and Deeper, and the larger the Spirit is, the more capable it is to contain heavenly Comfort.
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We know the more empty a man is of himself, the more fit he is for comfort:
We know the more empty a man is of himself, the more fit he is for Comfort:
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but crosses and afflictions empty us of our selves, to see that there is nothing in us, that what we are we must be out of our selves;
but Crosses and afflictions empty us of our selves, to see that there is nothing in us, that what we Are we must be out of our selves;
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and the lesse we are in our selves, the more we are in God.
and the less we Are in our selves, the more we Are in God.
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And that is the reason that St. Aust. saith, that nothing is more strong then a humble emptie spirit:
And that is the reason that Saint Aust. Says, that nothing is more strong then a humble empty Spirit:
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because it makes the creature to go out of it self to him that is strength it self, and comfort it self;
Because it makes the creature to go out of it self to him that is strength it self, and Comfort it self;
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Now that which makes us go out of our selves to strength, that is strong; but this doth crosses and afflictions:
Now that which makes us go out of our selves to strength, that is strong; but this does Crosses and afflictions:
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that is the main reason why the proportion holds.
that is the main reason why the proportion holds.
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Again, another reason is this, troubles, and afflictions and crosses do exercise graces, and the more grace is exercised, the more comfort is derived:
Again, Another reason is this, Troubles, and afflictions and Crosses do exercise graces, and the more grace is exercised, the more Comfort is derived:
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for comfort followes Graces, the comforts of the spirit follow the graces of the spirit, as the heat followes the fire, or as the shadow followes the bodie.
for Comfort follows Graces, the comforts of the Spirit follow the graces of the Spirit, as the heat follows the fire, or as the shadow follows the body.
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Now the more grace, the more comfort, the more affliction the more exercise of Grace, the more exercise of Grace, the more Grace it self.
Now the more grace, the more Comfort, the more affliction the more exercise of Grace, the more exercise of Grace, the more Grace it self.
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As we see the deeper the root the higher the tree:
As we see the Deeper the root the higher the tree:
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after the sharpest winter, usually there is the sweetest spring, and the fruitfullest summer, and Autumn:
After the Sharpest winter, usually there is the Sweetest spring, and the fruitfullest summer, and Autumn:
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because in the sharpest winter the ground is mellowed most, and the seed sinks the deepest;
Because in the Sharpest winter the ground is mellowed most, and the seed sinks the Deepest;
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and the ground is inwardly warmed, the soile, the earth is prepared for it, and thereupon when the outward heat comes to draw it forth, it comes to be abundantly fruitful.
and the ground is inwardly warmed, the soil, the earth is prepared for it, and thereupon when the outward heat comes to draw it forth, it comes to be abundantly fruitful.
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We see it in nature, that, that we call Antiperistasis, the environing if one contrary with another increaseth the contrary.
We see it in nature, that, that we call Antiperistasis, the environing if one contrary with Another increases the contrary.
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Whatsoever is good is increased, being environed by the contrary ill, because they are put to the conflict.
Whatsoever is good is increased, being environed by the contrary ill, Because they Are put to the conflict.
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So it is with the soul, it is the showers of affliction that bring the sweet flowers of comfort after:
So it is with the soul, it is the showers of affliction that bring the sweet flowers of Comfort After:
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the soul is prepared, and manured for them, the soul is exercised and inlarged, and fitted for them every way.
the soul is prepared, and manured for them, the soul is exercised and enlarged, and fitted for them every Way.
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In the multitude of my sorrowes thy comforts refreshed my soul, saith David Psal. 94. 19 answerable to our discomforts, God comforts refresh our souls.In the multitude of my sorrows thy comforts refreshed my soul, Says David Psalm 94. 19 answerable to our discomforts, God comforts refresh our Souls.
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And God is so wise, that before we enter to suffer any great matter, he will give us more Grace answerable to the greatnesse of our suffering,
And God is so wise, that before we enter to suffer any great matter, he will give us more Grace answerable to the greatness of our suffering,
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and after great suffering he will give great comfort.
and After great suffering he will give great Comfort.
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God is so infinitely loving and wise, that he will not call us to suffer great troubles till he give us some grace answerable.
God is so infinitely loving and wise, that he will not call us to suffer great Troubles till he give us Some grace answerable.
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As a Captain will not set a fresh-water Souldier in a sharp brunt, but some experienced man.
As a Captain will not Set a freshwater Soldier in a sharp brunt, but Some experienced man.
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Whatsoever wisdom is in man, it is but a drop in regard of that infinite wisdome that is in God:
Whatsoever Wisdom is in man, it is but a drop in regard of that infinite Wisdom that is in God:
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he proportions our strength before we suffer, and in suffering he doth increase it, and after suffering, then comfort comes following amain;
he proportions our strength before we suffer, and in suffering he does increase it, and After suffering, then Comfort comes following amain;
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indeed especially after a little while waiting: for Gods time is the best time.
indeed especially After a little while waiting: for God's time is the best time.
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And we shall have most experience of the presence of Christ, and his holy spirit at such times.
And we shall have most experience of the presence of christ, and his holy Spirit At such times.
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The nearer to the spring of comfort the more comfort, but in the deepest, and sharpest afflictions, we are nearer to God, therefore the more comfort.
The nearer to the spring of Comfort the more Comfort, but in the Deepest, and Sharpest afflictions, we Are nearer to God, Therefore the more Comfort.
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How is this proved? The more we are stripped of outward comforts, the more near we are to God, who is stiled the God that comforteth the abject, and the nearer to God, the nearer to comfort it self:
How is this proved? The more we Are stripped of outward comforts, the more near we Are to God, who is styled the God that comforts the abject, and the nearer to God, the nearer to Comfort it self:
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for all comfort springs from him, and when outward meanes fail that should convey comfort to us,
for all Comfort springs from him, and when outward means fail that should convey Comfort to us,
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then he conveys it immediately by himself.
then he conveys it immediately by himself.
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I confesse he is present at all times, but when the comfort is conveyed by the creature, by man, it is not so sweet as when God joyns with the soul immediately,
I confess he is present At all times, but when the Comfort is conveyed by the creature, by man, it is not so sweet as when God joins with the soul immediately,
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as in great crosses he doth.
as in great Crosses he does.
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Such occasion ▪ and such extreamity may be, that none can comfort a man but God, by his spirit.
Such occasion ▪ and such extremity may be, that none can Comfort a man but God, by his Spirit.
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When Christ comes to the soul immediately what abundance of comfort is there then? As a King that doth not send a messenger,
When christ comes to the soul immediately what abundance of Comfort is there then? As a King that does not send a Messenger,
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but comes immediately in his ownperson to visit one in misery.
but comes immediately in his ownperson to visit one in misery.
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what a grace is it? So what a grace is is to a soul afflicted and deserted to ha ve Christ immediately present? As the Martyrs found when no other creature could comfort them, there was a fire within, above all the outward fire,
what a grace is it? So what a grace is is to a soul afflicted and deserted to would ve christ immediately present? As the Martyrs found when no other creature could Comfort them, there was a fire within, above all the outward fire,
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and torment, which abated, and allayed the torments that were without:
and torment, which abated, and allayed the torments that were without:
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the divinest comforts are kept for the harshest and the worst times, we shall have the presence of Christ in the absence of all other creatures, and he will minister comfort.
the Divinest comforts Are kept for the harshest and the worst times, we shall have the presence of christ in the absence of all other creatures, and he will minister Comfort.
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Another reason why comforts increase because we pray most then: when we pray most, we are most happie;
another reason why comforts increase Because we pray most then: when we pray most, we Are most happy;
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but in our greatest sufferings we pray most, and most ardently: therefore then we feele most comfort.
but in our greatest sufferings we pray most, and most ardently: Therefore then we feel most Comfort.
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When God and a christian soul can talke together, and have communion:
When God and a christian soul can talk together, and have communion:
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though he cannot speak to God with his tongue, yet he can sigh and groan to God, he can pour forth his spirit to God,
though he cannot speak to God with his tongue, yet he can sighs and groan to God, he can pour forth his Spirit to God,
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and as long as we can pray we can never be miserable, as long as the heart can ease it self into the bosome of God, there will alway be a return of a sweet answer.
and as long as we can pray we can never be miserable, as long as the heart can ease it self into the bosom of God, there will always be a return of a sweet answer.
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Of all the exercises of Religion, that exercise, that hath most immediate communion with God is prayer;
Of all the exercises of Religion, that exercise, that hath most immediate communion with God is prayer;
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then we speak familiarly to God in his own language and words, and call upon him by his own promises, we alledge those to him,
then we speak familiarly to God in his own language and words, and call upon him by his own promises, we allege those to him,
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and this cannot be, we cannot speak, and confer and converse with the God of Comfort without a great deal, without a world of comfort:
and this cannot be, we cannot speak, and confer and converse with the God of Comfort without a great deal, without a world of Comfort:
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great crosses drive us to this, and therefore then we have great comfort.
great Crosses drive us to this, and Therefore then we have great Comfort.
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What use may we make of this? first for our selves, we would not fear nor faint neither faint in troubles, nor fear troubles:
What use may we make of this? First for our selves, we would not Fear nor faint neither faint in Troubles, nor Fear Troubles:
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faint not in them, we shall have comfort proportionable, and let us not fear troubles before they come,
faint not in them, we shall have Comfort proportionable, and let us not Fear Troubles before they come,
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or any measure of them, proportionable to the measure of our afflictions shall be our comfort.
or any measure of them, proportionable to the measure of our afflictions shall be our Comfort.
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Let us not fear any thing we shall suffer in this world, in a good cause;
Let us not Fear any thing we shall suffer in this world, in a good cause;
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for as we suffer so we shall receive from God; we fear our own good.
for as we suffer so we shall receive from God; we Fear our own good.
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For it is better to have the comfort we shall have in suffering any thing for a good cause,
For it is better to have the Comfort we shall have in suffering any thing for a good cause,
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then to be exempted from the suffering and to want the comfort;
then to be exempted from the suffering and to want the Comfort;
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there is no proportion, the choyse is much better, to have comfort with grievance, then to want the comfort together with the grievance.
there is no proportion, the choice is much better, to have Comfort with grievance, then to want the Comfort together with the grievance.
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St. Paul would not have chosen immunity from suffering, he would not have been exempted from the crosse to have wanted his comfort.
Saint Paul would not have chosen immunity from suffering, he would not have been exempted from the cross to have wanted his Comfort.
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For the disproportion is wide, and great, the comforts are inward and sweet, the crosses (for the most part) are outward.
For the disproportion is wide, and great, the comforts Are inward and sweet, the Crosses (for the most part) Are outward.
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What are all the croses, and sufferings in this world? (set aside an afflicted conscience) it is but brushing of the garment (as it were) some outward thing in the outward man,
What Are all the croses, and sufferings in this world? (Set aside an afflicted conscience) it is but brushing of the garment (as it were) Some outward thing in the outward man,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but the comforts are inward and deep.
but the comforts Are inward and deep.
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the crosse is never so deep but the comfort is deeper, Oh the depth of the wisedom and love of God! there is the part and dimension of Gods love, the depth of it.
the cross is never so deep but the Comfort is Deeper, O the depth of the Wisdom and love of God! there is the part and dimension of God's love, the depth of it.
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There is a depth in crosses. Out of the deep have I cryed to thee.
There is a depth in Crosses. Out of the deep have I cried to thee.
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But there is a deeper depth of comfort, there is a hand under to fetch us up at the lowest, Thy right hand is upon me,
But there is a Deeper depth of Comfort, there is a hand under to fetch us up At the lowest, Thy right hand is upon me,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and thy left hand is under me saith the Church to God: there is comfort lower, and deeper then the greivance, though it be inward, spirituall greivance.and thy left hand is under me Says the Church to God: there is Comfort lower, and Deeper then the grievance, though it be inward, spiritual grievance.
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Nay, of all grievances, (I know what I speak a little of mine own experience,
Nay, of all grievances, (I know what I speak a little of mine own experience,
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and it is true in the experience of all Ministers, and Christians) that there is none that have more help then they that are exercised with spirituall temptations of conscience, they are forced to search for deep comforts, shallow comforts will not serve their turn,
and it is true in the experience of all Ministers, and Christians) that there is none that have more help then they that Are exercised with spiritual temptations of conscience, they Are forced to search for deep comforts, shallow comforts will not serve their turn,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and when they have them, they keep them, and make much of them, they have more retired and deep thoughts of Christ,
and when they have them, they keep them, and make much of them, they have more retired and deep thoughts of christ,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and of comforts then other people, who as they are strangers to their crosses, so they are strangers to their comfort.
and of comforts then other people, who as they Are Strangers to their Crosses, so they Are Strangers to their Comfort.
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There is no degree of proportion between the crosses and the comforts, the crosses are momentary, the comforts are growing, the crosses make us not aw• … it the worse,
There is no degree of proportion between the Crosses and the comforts, the Crosses Are momentary, the comforts Are growing, the Crosses make us not aw• … it the Worse,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the comforts make us better.
and the comforts make us better.
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Feare nothing therefore, but go on in the wayes of religion, and never be discouraged to suffer in a good cause for feare of men, to think, oh this will come, and that will come.
fear nothing Therefore, but go on in the ways of Religion, and never be discouraged to suffer in a good cause for Fear of men, to think, o this will come, and that will come.
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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No, no, if the sufferings grow, the comforts shall grow with it, be of good comfort.
No, no, if the sufferings grow, the comforts shall grow with it, be of good Comfort.
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, Another use may be, that we judge aright of those that are disgraced in the world,
Again, another use may be, that we judge aright of those that Are disgraced in the world,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if their cause be good, that we should not have distastfull conceits of them (as indeed suffering breeds distast naturally in men, they love men in a flourishing estate,
if their cause be good, that we should not have distasteful conceits of them (as indeed suffering breeds distaste naturally in men, they love men in a flourishing estate,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and distast them suffering, but that is corruption of men, but) God is the nearest to them then, nearer then ever he was,
and distaste them suffering, but that is corruption of men, but) God is the nearest to them then, nearer then ever he was,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and their comforts increase with their crosses.
and their comforts increase with their Crosses.
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In the conunction between the Sun and the Moon; (as by expaerience we see) in the space between the old and new Moon, there is a time of conjunction, we think the Moon to be lost in that time, because we see her not:
In the conunction between the Sun and the Moon; (as by expaerience we see) in the Molle between the old and new Moon, there is a time of conjunction, we think the Moon to be lost in that time, Because we see her not:
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but when we yield to Satan, and our own flesh, we robb God of his glory and our selves of comfort,
but when we yield to Satan, and our own Flesh, we rob God of his glory and our selves of Comfort,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
530
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but the Moon is more inlightened then, then ever she was in her self, but here is the reason, the light part of the Moon is turned to the Sun-ward, to heaven-ward,
but the Moon is more enlightened then, then ever she was in her self, but Here is the reason, the Light part of the Moon is turned to the Sunward, to heavenward,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the darke part is turned toward the earth:
and the dark part is turned towards the earth:
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So a Christian in crosses, and abasement, seems to be a darke creature, but he is more inlightned then, then ever before;
So a Christian in Crosses, and abasement, seems to be a dark creature, but he is more enlightened then, then ever before;
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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why? his light part is to God-ward, it is not seen of the world, the world sees his crosses,
why? his Light part is to Godward, it is not seen of the world, the world sees his Crosses,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but they doe not see his comforts, and as the Moon is nearer the Sun at that time then at other times:
but they do not see his comforts, and as the Moon is nearer the Sun At that time then At other times:
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so the soul hath to deale with God in afflictions, it is nearer to God, and his dark side is toward the world.
so the soul hath to deal with God in afflictions, it is nearer to God, and his dark side is towards the world.
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
512
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As the World sees the Moons Eclipse, so the world sees our darknesse, but not our inward comforts,
As the World sees the Moons Eclipse, so the world sees our darkness, but not our inward comforts,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore we should judge aright of others in this case.
Therefore we should judge aright of Others in this case.
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Another use shalbe of thankfulness to God, that besides the comforts of heaven (which are not to be spoken of,
another use shall of thankfulness to God, that beside the comforts of heaven (which Are not to be spoken of,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and which we shal not know till we come to feel them) besides the great comfort we have to be free from Hell, that we have a measure of comfort here in this world, in our pilgrimage,
and which we shall not know till we come to feel them) beside the great Comfort we have to be free from Hell, that we have a measure of Comfort Here in this world, in our pilgrimage,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and absence from Heaven, such a measure of comfort, as may carry us with comfort along.
and absence from Heaven, such a measure of Comfort, as may carry us with Comfort along.
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We ought to be thankfull to God, not onely for redemption, and glorification, but that God comforts us in our pilgrimage, that he mingles crosses with comforts,
We ought to be thankful to God, not only for redemption, and glorification, but that God comforts us in our pilgrimage, that he mingles Crosses with comforts,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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nay, that in this world our comforts are more then our crosses. Some may object, I, but my crosses are more then my comforts.
nay, that in this world our comforts Are more then our Crosses. some may Object, I, but my Crosses Are more then my comforts.
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Are they so? dost thou suffer in a good cause or no? if thou dost, thy comforts are more then thy crosses,
are they so? dost thou suffer in a good cause or no? if thou dost, thy comforts Are more then thy Crosses,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if there be not a fault in thee. What shall I doe therefore?
if there be not a fault in thee. What shall I do Therefore?
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First, Take this direction in suffering, pull out the sting of sin, though we suffer in never so good a cause,
First, Take this direction in suffering, pull out the sting of since, though we suffer in never so good a cause,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for in one suffering God aims at divers things.
for in one suffering God aims At diverse things.
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God in thy suffering aims at thy correction as well as at the exercise of thy grace, and at thy comfort;
God in thy suffering aims At thy correction as well as At the exercise of thy grace, and At thy Comfort;
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore, let affliction have the correcting and amending part first, and then the comforting part will ollow.
Therefore, let affliction have the correcting and amending partly First, and then the comforting part will ollow.
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Though the cause be good, yet Gods Children oft times want comfort till afterward.
Though the cause be good, yet God's Children oft times want Comfort till afterwards.
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Why? They have not renewed their repentance, and cleansed their souls, they have not pulled out the sting,
Why? They have not renewed their Repentance, and cleansed their Souls, they have not pulled out the sting,
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when they have repented of their personall sins that lye upon them, and gone back to the sins of their youth,
when they have repented of their personal Sins that lie upon them, and gone back to the Sins of their youth,
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and then renewed their Covenant with God, and their purposes for the time to come, then comes comfort and not before;
and then renewed their Covenant with God, and their Purposes for the time to come, then comes Comfort and not before;
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore it is no disparagement to a good cause, that sometimes Christians find not present comfort, they have personall sins that hang on them, that are not repented of, which God intends to amend them of,
Therefore it is no disparagement to a good cause, that sometime Christians find not present Comfort, they have personal Sins that hang on them, that Are not repented of, which God intends to amend them of,
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as well as to honour them by suffering in his cause. Againe, if Gods Children complain, that their sufferings are above their strength, and above measure,
as well as to honour them by suffering in his cause. Again, if God's Children complain, that their sufferings Are above their strength, and above measure,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and desire God to weigh their afflictions, they are so great, as Job saith; It is the speech of sense,
and desire God to weigh their afflictions, they Are so great, as Job Says; It is the speech of sense,
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and not of faith, it is the speech of the fit, and not of the state (there is a fit and a state) it is no matter what they say in their fit,
and not of faith, it is the speech of the fit, and not of the state (there is a fit and a state) it is no matter what they say in their fit,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then the flesh and sense speak, and not grace and faith at that time;
then the Flesh and sense speak, and not grace and faith At that time;
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If they judge by sense, then they judge so, but we know that reason corrects the errours of sense,
If they judge by sense, then they judge so, but we know that reason corrects the errors of sense,
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and faith corrects the errours of reason;
and faith corrects the errors of reason;
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but what do they say in their constant state? their comforts are answerable to their crosses, either in suffering or afterwards,
but what do they say in their constant state? their comforts Are answerable to their Crosses, either in suffering or afterwards,
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(7) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though not alway at the same time. So much for that.
though not always At the same time. So much for that.
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But this will be abused by carnall persons, we speak of abundance of comfort, but it is to those that have interest in it:
But this will be abused by carnal Persons, we speak of abundance of Comfort, but it is to those that have Interest in it:
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the book of God speaks no comfort to persons that live in sin, and will do so:
the book of God speaks no Comfort to Persons that live in since, and will do so:
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we speak comfort to those that are broken-hearted for their sins, that are content to indure the reproach of religion in despight of the world, that will beare the cross of Christ:
we speak Comfort to those that Are brokenhearted for their Sins, that Are content to endure the reproach of Religion in despite of the world, that will bear the cross of christ:
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For the other, as their jollity increaseth in the world, so their crosses and troubles shall increase.
For the other, as their jollity increases in the world, so their Crosses and Troubles shall increase.
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As it is said Revel. 18. 17. of mysticall Babylon the Church of Rome, that hath flourished in the world a great while,
As it is said Revel. 18. 17. of mystical Babylon the Church of Rome, that hath flourished in the world a great while,
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and sate as a Queen and blessed her self, As she gloried herself, and lived deliciously,
and sat as a Queen and blessed her self, As she gloried herself, and lived deliciously,
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so much torment and sorrow give her. so much torment and sorrow give her.
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So it is true, of every wicked man, that is in an evill course, and will be,
So it is true, of every wicked man, that is in an evil course, and will be,
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and as the Scripture phrase is, blesseth himself in an evil course, they shall be sure of the curse of God, and not of comfort:
and as the Scripture phrase is, Blesses himself in an evil course, they shall be sure of the curse of God, and not of Comfort:
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but we may thank our selves for it.
but we may thank our selves for it.
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for in what proportion they have delighted themselves in this world in sin, in that proportion they shall have torment of conscience (if conscience be awaked) in this world,
for in what proportion they have delighted themselves in this world in since, in that proportion they shall have torment of conscience (if conscience be awaked) in this world,
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and in that proportion, they shall have torment in the world to come: As sin is growing, so rods are growing for them;
and in that proportion, they shall have torment in the world to come: As since is growing, so rods Are growing for them;
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wicked men, saith St. Paul, they grow worse and worse, the more they sin, the more they may, they sink in rebellion,
wicked men, Says Saint Paul, they grow Worse and Worse, the more they sin, the more they may, they sink in rebellion,
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and the more they sink in rebellion, the more they sink in the state of damnation, they fill up the measure of their sins,
and the more they sink in rebellion, the more they sink in the state of damnation, they fill up the measure of their Sins,
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and treasure up the wrath of God against the day of wrath.
and treasure up the wrath of God against the day of wrath.
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Whosoever thou art that livest in a sinfull course, and wilt do so in spight of Gods Ordinance, in spight of the motions of the spirit, that hast the good motions of the spirit knocking at thy soule,
Whosoever thou art that Livest in a sinful course, and wilt do so in spite of God's Ordinance, in spite of the motions of the Spirit, that hast the good motions of the Spirit knocking At thy soul,
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and yet wilt rather refuse comfort then take comfort together with direction:
and yet wilt rather refuse Comfort then take Comfort together with direction:
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go on still in this thy wicked course, but remember as thy comforts increase in this world, so thy torment is increasing.
go on still in this thy wicked course, but Remember as thy comforts increase in this world, so thy torment is increasing.
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And here is the disproportion between Gods children and others, they have their sufferings first,
And Here is the disproportion between God's children and Others, they have their sufferings First,
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and their comfort afterward, but others have their pleasure first, and their torment after, theirs are for a time, but others for ever.
and their Comfort afterwards, but Others have their pleasure First, and their torment After, theirs Are for a time, but Others for ever.
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Thus we see what we may comfortably observe from this, that comforts increase as crosses increase.
Thus we see what we may comfortably observe from this, that comforts increase as Crosses increase.
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A Word of the fourth and last point. How comes this to pass, that as our afflictions abound, so our consolations abound?
A Word of the fourth and last point. How comes this to pass, that as our afflictions abound, so our consolations abound?
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They abound by Chrst, saith the Apostle, God the Father, he is the God of comfort. the Holy-Ghost is the Comforter:
They abound by Christ, Says the Apostle, God the Father, he is the God of Comfort. the Holy ghost is the Comforter:
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but how comes this to pass, that we that are not the Objects of comfort,
but how comes this to pass, that we that Are not the Objects of Comfort,
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but of confusion, should have God the Father to be the God of comfort, and the Holy-Ghost to be our comforter? Oh it is that Jesus Christ the great peace-maker hath satisfied God, and procured the Holy-Ghost:
but of confusion, should have God the Father to be the God of Comfort, and the Holy ghost to be our comforter? O it is that jesus christ the great peacemaker hath satisfied God, and procured the Holy ghost:
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for the holy-Ghost is procured by the satisfaction and death of Christ, and he was sent after the resurrection and ascension of Christ.
for the Holy Ghost is procured by the satisfaction and death of christ, and he was sent After the resurrection and Ascension of christ.
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Therefore Christ is called, the consolation of Israel, and those that waited for Christ, waited for the consolation of Israel. All comfort is hid in Christ, he is the store-house of comfort, we have it through him,
Therefore christ is called, the consolation of Israel, and those that waited for christ, waited for the consolation of Israel. All Comfort is hid in christ, he is the storehouse of Comfort, we have it through him,
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and by him, and in him: and by him, and in him:
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For that God is the Father of comfort, it is because Christ is our Mediatour and Intercessour in Heaven, that the Holy-Ghost is the comforter, it is because Christ sent him;
For that God is the Father of Comfort, it is Because christ is our Mediator and Intercessor in Heaven, that the Holy ghost is the comforter, it is Because christ sent him;
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and the comforts of the holy-Ghost are fetched from Christ, from the death of Christ, or the ascention of Christ, from some argument from Christ.
and the comforts of the Holy Ghost Are fetched from christ, from the death of christ, or the Ascension of christ, from Some argument from christ.
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Whatsoever comforteth the soule, the Holy-Ghost doth it by fetching some argument from Christ, from his satisfaction, from his worth, from his intercession in Heaven, something in Christ it is:
Whatsoever comforts the soul, the Holy ghost does it by fetching Some argument from christ, from his satisfaction, from his worth, from his Intercession in Heaven, something in christ it is:
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So Christ by his Spirit doth comfort, and the reasons fetched by the Spirit are from Christ, therefore it is by Christ.
So christ by his Spirit does Comfort, and the Reasons fetched by the Spirit Are from christ, Therefore it is by christ.
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What is the reason that a Christian soule doth not feare God, as a consuming fire,
What is the reason that a Christian soul does not Fear God, as a consuming fire,
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but can look upon him with comfort?? It is because God hath received satisfaction by Christ.
but can look upon him with Comfort?? It is Because God hath received satisfaction by christ.
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What is the reason that a Christian soule feares not Hell, but thinks of it with comfort? Christ hath conquered Hell, and Satan.
What is the reason that a Christian soul fears not Hell, but thinks of it with Comfort? christ hath conquered Hell, and Satan.
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What is the reason that a Christian feares not death? Christ by death hath overcome death,
What is the reason that a Christian fears not death? christ by death hath overcome death,
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and him that had the power of death, the Devill:
and him that had the power of death, the devil:
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Christ is mine saith the Christian soule, therefore I do not feare it, but think of it with comfort,
christ is mine Says the Christian soul, Therefore I do not Fear it, but think of it with Comfort,
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because a Christian is more then a Conquerour over all these.
Because a Christian is more then a Conqueror over all these.
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What is the reason that a Christian is not afraid of his corruptions and sins? He knows that God for Christs sake will pardon them,
What is the reason that a Christian is not afraid of his corruptions and Sins? He knows that God for Christ sake will pardon them,
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and that the remainder of his corruptions will worke to his humiliation, and to his good, All shall work for the best to them that love God.
and that the remainder of his corruptions will work to his humiliation, and to his good, All shall work for the best to them that love God.
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What is the reason that there is not any thing in the world but it is comfortable to a Christian? When he thinks of God, he thinks of him as a Father of comfort,
What is the reason that there is not any thing in the world but it is comfortable to a Christian? When he thinks of God, he thinks of him as a Father of Comfort,
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when he thinks of the Holy-Ghost, he thinks of him as a spirit of comfort; when he thinks of Angels, he thinks of them as his attendants;
when he thinks of the Holy ghost, he thinks of him as a Spirit of Comfort; when he thinks of Angels, he thinks of them as his attendants;
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when he thinks of Heaven, he thinks of it as of his inheritance; he thinks of Saints as a communion whereof he is partaker:
when he thinks of Heaven, he thinks of it as of his inheritance; he thinks of Saints as a communion whereof he is partaker:
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whence is all this? By Christ who hath made God our Father, the holy-Ghost our Comforter, who hath made Angels ours, Saints ours, heaven ours, earth ours, Devils ours, death ours, all ours in issue.
whence is all this? By christ who hath made God our Father, the Holy Ghost our Comforter, who hath made Angels ours, Saints ours, heaven ours, earth ours, Devils ours, death ours, all ours in issue.
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For God being turned in love to us, all is turned, our crosses are no curses now,
For God being turned in love to us, all is turned, our Crosses Are no curses now,
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All this is by Christ, that hath turned the course of things, and hid blessings in the greatest crosses that ever were.
All this is by christ, that hath turned the course of things, and hid blessings in the greatest Crosses that ever were.
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And this he did in himself, before he doth it in us:
And this he did in himself, before he does it in us:
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for did not his greatest crosses tend to his greatest glory? who ever in the world was abased as our head Christ Jesus was? that made him crie:
for did not his greatest Crosses tend to his greatest glory? who ever in the world was abased as our head christ jesus was? that made him cry:
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My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken mee? All the Creatures in the world would have sunk under the sufferings that Christ indured, what abasement to the abasement of Christ? and what glorie to the glorie of Christ? Phil 2. He humbled himself to the death of the cross, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? All the Creatures in the world would have sunk under the sufferings that christ endured, what abasement to the abasement of christ? and what glory to the glory of christ? Philip 2. He humbled himself to the death of the cross,
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wherefore God gave him a name above all names, that at the name of Jesus euery knee should bow, both of things in heaven,
Wherefore God gave him a name above all names, that At the name of jesus every knee should bow, both of things in heaven,
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and things in earth, and things under the earth. Now as it was in our head, his greatest abasement ushered in his greatest glorie;and things in earth, and things under the earth. Now as it was in our head, his greatest abasement ushered in his greatest glory;
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so it shall be in us, our greatest crosses are before our greatest comforts, he is our President, he is the exemplarie cause as well as the efficient working cause, it is by Christ all this, that consolations abound in us, it was performed first in him,
so it shall be in us, our greatest Crosses Are before our greatest comforts, he is our President, he is the exemplary cause as well as the efficient working cause, it is by christ all this, that consolations abound in us, it was performed First in him,
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and shall be by him, by his Spirit to the end of the world. The use that we are to make of this, is, that in all our sufferings,
and shall be by him, by his Spirit to the end of the world. The use that we Are to make of this, is, that in all our sufferings,
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before we come to Heaven, we should look to Christ, he hath turned all things: let us study Christ, and fetch comfort from him:
before we come to Heaven, we should look to christ, he hath turned all things: let us study christ, and fetch Comfort from him:
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our flesh was abased in him, our flesh is glorified in him now in Heaven, in his person.
our Flesh was abased in him, our Flesh is glorified in him now in Heaven, in his person.
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And so it must be in our own persons, our flesh must be abased, and then as he is glorious in Heaven,
And so it must be in our own Persons, our Flesh must be abased, and then as he is glorious in Heaven,
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so shall we be in our selves:
so shall we be in our selves:
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That very Spirit that raised and advanced him at the lowest, that very spirit (there being but one spirit in the head and members) in our greatest abasement shall vouchsafe us the greatest advancement, that we can look for, to sit at the right hand of God, to reigne with Christ:
That very Spirit that raised and advanced him At the lowest, that very Spirit (there being but one Spirit in the head and members) in our greatest abasement shall vouchsafe us the greatest advancement, that we can look for, to fit At the right hand of God, to Reign with christ:
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for if we suffer with him, we shall reign with him. And hence you may have a reason likewise, why Christians have no more comfort;for if we suffer with him, we shall Reign with him. And hence you may have a reason likewise, why Christians have no more Comfort;
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they doe not studie Christ enough, they consider not Christ, and the neernesse wherein Christ is to them.
they do not study christ enough, they Consider not christ, and the nearness wherein christ is to them.
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and they to Christ, that both make one Christ, they doe not consider how Christ hath sweetned all, he hath turned God, and turned all to us:
and they to christ, that both make one christ, they do not Consider how christ hath sweetened all, he hath turned God, and turned all to us:
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he hath made God our Father, and in him all things favourable unto us,:
he hath made God our Father, and in him all things favourable unto us,:
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so that now the fire is our friend, the Stone, and the Gout, and all diseases, disgrace and temptation, all are at peace and league with us:
so that now the fire is our friend, the Stone, and the Gout, and all diseases, disgrace and temptation, all Are At peace and league with us:
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all is turned in the use and issue to good, to the help and comfort of Gods Children:
all is turned in the use and issue to good, to the help and Comfort of God's Children:
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All things are yours, and you are Christs, and Christ is Gods, 2 Cor. 3. ult. There is not the worst thing but it is at peace with us:All things Are yours, and you Are Christ, and christ is God's, 2 Cor. 3. ult. There is not the worst thing but it is At peace with us:
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because the malignant power it hath (in order to damnation) is taken away:
Because the malignant power it hath (in order to damnation) is taken away:
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now it doth not hurt us, but there is a soveraigne curing power to turne it to good.
now it does not hurt us, but there is a sovereign curing power to turn it to good.
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I confesse Gods Children are discomforted, but then they wrong their principles, they wrong their grounds, their religion, their Saviour, they wrong all the comforts they have interest in,
I confess God's Children Are discomforted, but then they wrong their principles, they wrong their grounds, their Religion, their Saviour, they wrong all the comforts they have Interest in,
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because they do not improve them, when occasion serves, As Job is checked, Hast thou forgot the consolations of the Almighty? or why dost thou forget them? so if we have consolations and forget them,
Because they do not improve them, when occasion serves, As Job is checked, Hast thou forgotten the consolations of the Almighty? or why dost thou forget them? so if we have consolations and forget them,
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and dote, and pore upon our grievance, it is just with God to leave us comfortless, not that we want any comfort,
and dote, and poor upon our grievance, it is just with God to leave us comfortless, not that we want any Comfort,
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but we flatter our grievance and forget our comfort.
but we flatter our grievance and forget our Comfort.
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Let us change our object, and when we have looked upon our grievance, and been humbled in the sight of our sins, let us look upon the promises, let us look upon Christ in glory,
Let us change our Object, and when we have looked upon our grievance, and been humbled in the sighed of our Sins, let us look upon the promises, let us look upon christ in glory,
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and see our selves in Heaven triumphing with him.
and see our selves in Heaven triumphing with him.
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What can terrifie a Soul? not Death it self, when it sees it self in Christ Triumphing, Faith sees me as well Triumphing in Heaven and sitting at the Right Hand of God, as it doth Christ;
What can terrify a Soul? not Death it self, when it sees it self in christ Triumphing, Faith sees me as well Triumphing in Heaven and sitting At the Right Hand of God, as it does christ;
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for it knowes I am a Member of Christ, and whatsoever is between me and that happiness, that is reserved for me in Heaven, I shall triumph over it.
for it knows I am a Member of christ, and whatsoever is between me and that happiness, that is reserved for me in Heaven, I shall triumph over it.
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Christ triumphed in his own person, over death, Hell, sin, the Grave, the Devil, and she will triumph in me his mysticall body, what he hath done in himself, he will doe in me.
christ triumphed in his own person, over death, Hell, since, the Grave, the devil, and she will triumph in me his mystical body, what he hath done in himself, he will do in me.
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This faith will overcome the world; and the Devill, and Hell, and all that is between us and Heaven.
This faith will overcome the world; and the devil, and Hell, and all that is between us and Heaven.
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A Christian that sees himself sitting at the right hand of God with Christ, triumphing with him, he is discouraged at nothing:
A Christian that sees himself sitting At the right hand of God with christ, triumphing with him, he is discouraged At nothing:
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for faith that makes things to come present, it sees him conquering alreadie.
for faith that makes things to come present, it sees him conquering already.
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Let us be exhorted to joy, Rejoyce, and again I say rejoyce, we have reason to do so,
Let us be exhorted to joy, Rejoice, and again I say rejoice, we have reason to do so,
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if we look to our grounds;
if we look to our grounds;
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But I come to the sixth verse, wherein the Apostle inlargeth himself, by shewing the end of his sufferings in regard of them, by setting downe both parts, both affliction and comfort.
But I come to the sixth verse, wherein the Apostle enlargeth himself, by showing the end of his sufferings in regard of them, by setting down both parts, both affliction and Comfort.
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VERS. VI.
VERS. VI.
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Whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation, and salvation, or whether we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation.
Whither we be afflicted, it is for your consolation, and salvation, or whither we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation.
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IT is much in every thing, how the mind is prepared to receive what is spoken:
IT is much in every thing, how the mind is prepared to receive what is spoken:
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the Apostle therefore to make way for himself in their hearts, he removes therefore scandall from his sufferings,
the Apostle Therefore to make Way for himself in their hearts, he removes Therefore scandal from his sufferings,
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and he shews that it was so farre, that they should take offence at it, that they ought to do as he did, to bless God for it:
and he shows that it was so Far, that they should take offence At it, that they ought to do as he did, to bless God for it:
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for as the sufferings of Christ abounded in him, so his comfort abounded And because they should think themselves no way hurt by his sufferings,
for as the sufferings of christ abounded in him, so his Comfort abounded And Because they should think themselves no Way hurt by his sufferings,
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and base usage in the world, he tels them in the verse, that all was for their good:
and base usage in the world, he tells them in the verse, that all was for their good:
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no man should be offended at his own good:
no man should be offended At his own good:
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they had no reason to take scandall at that which was for their good, but saith he,
they had no reason to take scandal At that which was for their good, but Says he,
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if you think basely of me for my sufferings, you think basely of your own comfort:
if you think basely of me for my sufferings, you think basely of your own Comfort:
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for my sufferings are for your good, and my comforts are for your good; whether I suffer or be comforted, it is or you.
for my sufferings Are for your good, and my comforts Are for your good; whither I suffer or be comforted, it is or you.
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The crosse is a distastfull thing to us, and likewise the crosse in others is a distastefull thing, not onely distastfull,
The cross is a distasteful thing to us, and likewise the cross in Others is a distasteful thing, not only distasteful,
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and bitter to us but shamefull.
and bitter to us but shameful.
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St. Paul knowing this, because he would (as I said) work himself into their good conceit, that he might prevaile with them for their good saith he, you ought not to think a whit the worse of me for this, for all is for you.
Saint Paul knowing this, Because he would (as I said) work himself into their good conceit, that he might prevail with them for their good Says he, you ought not to think a whit the Worse of me for this, for all is for you.
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So you see the scope of the words, Whether we be afflicted, it is for your &c.
So you see the scope of the words, Whither we be afflicted, it is for your etc.
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But first he speakes of affliction alone, and then of comfort alone.
But First he speaks of affliction alone, and then of Comfort alone.
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If we be afflicted, it is for your good, and if we be comforted it is for your good. His reason is;
If we be afflicted, it is for your good, and if we be comforted it is for your good. His reason is;
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because sometimes afflictions appeare without comfort:
Because sometime afflictions appear without Comfort:
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therefore he saith not, If we be comforted onely it is for your good, but if we be afflicted it is for your good.
Therefore he Says not, If we be comforted only it is for your good, but if we be afflicted it is for your good.
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Sometimes comfort is before our afflictions, that we may indure it the better God cheares us to it;
Sometime Comfort is before our afflictions, that we may endure it the better God cheers us to it;
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Sometimes God sheds his Spirit in affliction, that there is abundance of comfort in it: but for the most part it comes after, after we have waited:
Sometime God sheds his Spirit in affliction, that there is abundance of Comfort in it: but for the most part it comes After, After we have waited:
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but in it there is always such a measure of comfort, that supports us that we sink not:
but in it there is always such a measure of Comfort, that supports us that we sink not:
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yet the speciall degree of comfort usually comes after; therefore he speaks of affliction in the first place.
yet the special degree of Comfort usually comes After; Therefore he speaks of affliction in the First place.
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If I be afflicted it is for you, &c. The Point is easie, that The afflictions of the Saints are for the good of others.
If I be afflicted it is for you, etc. The Point is easy, that The afflictions of the Saints Are for the good of Others.
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The afflictions of Gods Church are Gods peoples, especially the afflictions of Pastors, and Leaders of Gods Armie, God singles out some to suffer for the good of others;
The afflictions of God's Church Are God's peoples, especially the afflictions of Pastors, and Leaders of God's Army, God singles out Some to suffer for the good of Others;
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the good especially of consolation, and salvation, for these two goods.
the good especially of consolation, and salvation, for these two goods.
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How can this be that the afflictions of Gods people, are for the consolation and salvation of others?
How can this be that the afflictions of God's people, Are for the consolation and salvation of Others?
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I answer, many wayes, as we shall see afterwards more particularly: but onely now to make way.
I answer, many ways, as we shall see afterwards more particularly: but only now to make Way.
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Afflictions are for the good and comfort of others, because we have their example in suffering, to traine us up how to suffer:
Afflictions Are for the good and Comfort of Others, Because we have their Exampl in suffering, to train us up how to suffer:
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Example is a forcible kinde of teaching;
Exampl is a forcible kind of teaching;
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therefore (saith the Apostle) our afflictions are for you, to lead, and teach you the way how to suffer.
Therefore (Says the Apostle) our afflictions Are for you, to led, and teach you the Way how to suffer.
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Words are not enough, especially in matter of suffering, there must be some example; therefore Christ from Heaven came, not onely to redeem us, but to teach us;
Words Are not enough, especially in matter of suffering, there must be Some Exampl; Therefore christ from Heaven Come, not only to Redeem us, but to teach us;
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not onely by words but by example, how to doe, and suffer willingly, and chearfully, and stoutly in obedience to God as he did.
not only by words but by Exampl, how to do, and suffer willingly, and cheerfully, and stoutly in Obedience to God as he did.
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Again, Afflictions doe good to others by ministring occasion to them, to search deeper into the cause:
Again, Afflictions do good to Others by ministering occasion to them, to search Deeper into the cause:
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when they they see the people of God are so used, they take occasion hereby to enquire what is the cause,
when they they see the people of God Are so used, they take occasion hereby to inquire what is the cause,
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and so take occasion to be instructed deeply in matters of Religion: for mans nature is inquisitive, and grace takes the hint of any thing:
and so take occasion to be instructed deeply in matters of Religion: for men nature is inquisitive, and grace Takes the hint of any thing:
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What is the matter that such and such indure such things? Hereupon I say they come to be better grounded in the cause,
What is the matter that such and such endure such things? Hereupon I say they come to be better grounded in the cause,
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& little occasions oft times are the beginnings of great matters:
& little occasions oft times Are the beginnings of great matters:
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by reason that the spirit as well as wit is of a working nature, and will draw one thing from another.
by reason that the Spirit as well as wit is of a working nature, and will draw one thing from Another.
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We see what a great Tree riseth of a little seed, how a little thing upon report worketh conversion ▪ Naaman the Assyrian had a Servant,
We see what a great Tree Riseth of a little seed, how a little thing upon report works conversion ▪ Naaman the assyrian had a Servant,
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and she told him that there was a Prophet in Jurie that was a famous man, that did great matters,
and she told him that there was a Prophet in Jury that was a famous man, that did great matters,
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and if he would go to him, he should be cured of his leprosie;
and if he would go to him, he should be cured of his leprosy;
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that little occasion being ministred Naaman comes to the Prophet, and he was cured of a double leprosie, both of soule and body,
that little occasion being ministered Naaman comes to the Prophet, and he was cured of a double leprosy, both of soul and body,
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and went home a good man; so by way of ministring occasion of inquisition the sufferings of others doe good.
and went home a good man; so by Way of ministering occasion of inquisition the sufferings of Others doe good.
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And then seeing the constant and resolute spirits of those that suffer it, doth them good and comforts them:
And then seeing the constant and resolute spirits of those that suffer it, does them good and comforts them:
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for, first it makes them conceive we of the cause, certainly these men that suffer constantly,
for, First it makes them conceive we of the cause, Certainly these men that suffer constantly,
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and chearefully, it is a good cause that they suffer for, when they see the cause is such a resolution and courage in the sufferers.
and cheerfully, it is a good cause that they suffer for, when they see the cause is such a resolution and courage in the sufferers.
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And it makes them in love with, and begin to think well of the persons,
And it makes them in love with, and begin to think well of the Persons,
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when they can deny themselves, surely these men care not for the pleasures and vanities of the world, that can indure to suffer these.
when they can deny themselves, surely these men care not for the pleasures and vanities of the world, that can endure to suffer these.
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So Justin Martyr saith when he saw Christians suffer, he thought they were men that cared not for pleasures;
So Justin Martyr Says when he saw Christians suffer, he Thought they were men that cared not for pleasures;
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for if they had, they would not suffer these things.
for if they had, they would not suffer these things.
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Besides, They can gather from the presence of Gods spirit, imboldening the sufferers, what they may hope for themselves if they should suffer. They may reason thus;
Beside, They can gather from the presence of God's Spirit, emboldening the sufferers, what they may hope for themselves if they should suffer. They may reason thus;
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Is God by his spirit so full and so strong in these that are flesh and blood as we are? is he so strong in women, in young men, in aged men, that neither their yeares,
Is God by his Spirit so full and so strong in these that Are Flesh and blood as we Are? is he so strong in women, in young men, in aged men, that neither their Years,
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nor their sex, nor their tenderness, can any kind of way hinder them from these kind of abasements,
nor their sex, nor their tenderness, can any kind of Way hinder them from these kind of abasements,
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and sharp sufferings? surely the same spirit of God will be as strong in me,
and sharp sufferings? surely the same Spirit of God will be as strong in me,
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if I stand out in the same cause, and carrie my self as they do;
if I stand out in the same cause, and carry my self as they do;
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and there is good reason, for God is the same God, the spirit is the same spirit, the cause is the same cause,
and there is good reason, for God is the same God, the Spirit is the same Spirit, the cause is the same cause,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore it is no false reasoning:
Therefore it is no false reasoning:
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I may upon a good presumption hope for the presence, and assistance of the Spirit of God to inable and strengthen me as he did them;
I may upon a good presumption hope for the presence, and assistance of the Spirit of God to inable and strengthen me as he did them;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the same Spirit of Godwill be strong in all. And this is partly likewise in the intent of them that suffer: There is a double intent;
for the same Spirit of Godwill be strong in all. And this is partly likewise in the intent of them that suffer: There is a double intent;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is the intent of God to single them out to suffer for the good of others;
it is the intent of God to single them out to suffer for the good of Others;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and it is their intent to suffer that others may have good. This is one reason, why they are willing rather to suffer shame, or bodily punishment,
and it is their intent to suffer that Others may have good. This is one reason, why they Are willing rather to suffer shame, or bodily punishment,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then they will hinder others of the good they may take by their suffering. So it is Gods end, and their end.
then they will hinder Others of the good they may take by their suffering. So it is God's end, and their end.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is for your consolation, in Gods intent, and in my intent and purpose, and in the event it self:
It is for your consolation, in God's intent, and in my intent and purpose, and in the event it self:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Thus you see how afflictions suffered in good cause, help for the consolation and salvation even of others:
Thus you see how afflictions suffered in good cause, help for the consolation and salvation even of Others:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the example of those that suffer flow into the mind, and insinuate into the judgment and affection of the beholders many wayes.
the Exampl of those that suffer flow into the mind, and insinuate into the judgement and affection of the beholders many ways.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And this the Factors of Antichrist know very well:
And this the Factors of Antichrist know very well:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for if ever there be any persecution again, we shall hardly have fire and fagor, that they may not give example;
for if ever there be any persecution again, we shall hardly have fire and fagor, that they may not give Exampl;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they will come to Gun-powder plots and Massacres, and such violent courses to sweep away all.
they will come to Gunpowder plots and Massacres, and such violent courses to sweep away all.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They know if it come to matter of example once, the grace of God in his children,
They know if it come to matter of Exampl once, the grace of God in his children,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the presence of his Spirit, that shall appeare to others, it is of a wondrous working force, they are wise enough to know that, the Devill teacheth them that wit,
and the presence of his Spirit, that shall appear to Others, it is of a wondrous working force, they Are wise enough to know that, the devil Teaches them that wit,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when he hath been put by all his other shifts.
when he hath been put by all his other shifts.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If it be so that the sufferings of Gods Children are for the good of others,
If it be so that the sufferings of God's Children Are for the good of Others,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then to make some use of it. Let us not take any offence at the cause of religion for suffering:
then to make Some use of it. Let us not take any offence At the cause of Religion for suffering:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we ought not to have an ill conceit of a cause for suffering, but rather think the better of it.
we ought not to have an ill conceit of a cause for suffering, but rather think the better of it.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I speak it is in this regard, we have many that will honour the Martyrs that are dead, that are recorded in the book,
I speak it is in this regard, we have many that will honour the Martyrs that Are dead, that Are recorded in the book,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but if any suffer in the present view, before their eyes, they are disgracefull to them. This should not be.
but if any suffer in the present view, before their eyes, they Are disgraceful to them. This should not be.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For first of all, if the cause be good, the end of good men (by the help of the spirit of God) is for thy good.
For First of all, if the cause be good, the end of good men (by the help of the Spirit of God) is for thy good.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Was it not a cruell thing in Saul to strike at David when he played on his Harpe,
Was it not a cruel thing in Saul to strike At David when he played on his Harp,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when he sought his good and easement? To kill a Nightingale in singing, it is a barbarous thing.
when he sought his good and easement? To kill a Nightingale in singing, it is a barbarous thing.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Gods Children by all that they suffer intend the good of others:
God's Children by all that they suffer intend the good of Others:
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now to hurt and and maligne them in doing good, to persecute them that indure ill for our good,
now to hurt and and malign them in doing good, to persecute them that endure ill for our good,
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or that labour and do any thing for our good, it is a barbarous savage thing:
or that labour and do any thing for our good, it is a barbarous savage thing:
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All is for the Elect, I suffer not for the Elects sake, saith St. Paul in 2. Tim. so my sufferings are for you.
All is for the Elect, I suffer not for the Elects sake, Says Saint Paul in 2. Tim. so my sufferings Are for you.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We may know we are elected of God, if we take good by the sufferings of others,
We may know we Are elected of God, if we take good by the sufferings of Others,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we take no scandall, and offence, and doe not add affliction to the afflicted, for all is in Gods intent, and in their intent for our good.
if we take no scandal, and offence, and do not add affliction to the afflicted, for all is in God's intent, and in their intent for our good.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For instance (a little to enlighten the point, because it is not usually stood on,
For instance (a little to enlighten the point, Because it is not usually stood on,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and it is a notion that may help our conceits of the excellent estate of Gods Children) Reprobation (to go as high as we may) it is for their good, to shew mercy to them, to set by,
and it is a notion that may help our conceits of the excellent estate of God's Children) Reprobation (to go as high as we may) it is for their good, to show mercy to them, to Set by,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and neglect so many, and to single them out. The creation of the World is for their sakes.
and neglect so many, and to single them out. The creation of the World is for their sakes.
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Gods providence directs all for their Good:
God's providence directs all for their Good:
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for why doth he suffer wicked men? it is that they may be instruments to exercise them that are good;
for why does he suffer wicked men? it is that they may be Instruments to exercise them that Are good;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is by reflexion, or some way for the cause of the good, that the wicked are suffered to be upon the earth.
it is by reflection, or Some Way for the cause of the good, that the wicked Are suffered to be upon the earth.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The administration of the world, it is not for the Rebels that are in it, it is for those that are Gods Children,
The administration of the world, it is not for the Rebels that Are in it, it is for those that Are God's Children,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and he tosseth and tumbleth Empires and Monarchies, the great men of the world, they think they doe great matters,
and he tosses and tumbleth Empires and Monarchies, the great men of the world, they think they do great matters,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but alas all this is for the exercise of the Church, this is reductive to the Church, by Gods providence.
but alas all this is for the exercise of the Church, this is reductive to the Church, by God's providence.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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All their attempts are for the little flock, for a few that are a despised company, that he meanes to save,
All their attempts Are for the little flock, for a few that Are a despised company, that he means to save,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we had eyes to see it.
if we had eyes to see it.
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So likewise his Ordinances are to gather this Church, which he hath chosen from all the world to himselfe;
So likewise his Ordinances Are to gather this Church, which he hath chosen from all the world to himself;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the Ordinances of the Ministrie, and of the Sacraments; the suffering of Ministers, the doing and suffering of Christians, all is for their good,
the Ordinances of the Ministry, and of the Sacraments; the suffering of Ministers, the doing and suffering of Christians, all is for their good,
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as we see in this place; I suffer for your consolation and comfort.
as we see in this place; I suffer for your consolation and Comfort.
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Heaven and earth stands for them, the Pillars of Heaven and earth would be taken asunder,
Heaven and earth Stands for them, the Pillars of Heaven and earth would be taken asunder,
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and all would come to a Chaos, an end would be of all, if the number of them were gathered, that are the blessed people of God, for whom al things are.
and all would come to a Chaos, an end would be of all, if the number of them were gathered, that Are the blessed people of God, for whom all things Are.
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The doings and sufferings of Gods people (we doe not know indeed that are Ministers, who belong to God,
The doings and sufferings of God's people (we do not know indeed that Are Ministers, who belong to God,
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and who do not) but our intent is to do good to those that are Gods,
and who do not) but our intent is to do good to those that Are God's,
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and the issue proves so, the rest God hath his end in it to harden them,
and the issue Proves so, the rest God hath his end in it to harden them,
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and bring them to confusion, to take excuse from them: but the reall good of all our pains and suffering is the Elects.
and bring them to confusion, to take excuse from them: but the real good of all our pains and suffering is the Elects.
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Let us examine, what good we take by Ordinances of God, and by the sufferings of the present Church,
Let us examine, what good we take by Ordinances of God, and by the sufferings of the present Church,
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and the sufferings of the former Church, doe their examples animate, and quicken, and encourage us to the like courses? It is a signe we are elected of God, there is no greater signe of a good estate in grace,
and the sufferings of the former Church, do their Examples animate, and quicken, and encourage us to the like courses? It is a Signen we Are elected of God, there is no greater Signen of a good estate in grace,
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then a gratious heart, to draw good out of the examples of others, and to draw good out of every thing that befals us,
then a gracious heart, to draw good out of the Examples of Others, and to draw good out of every thing that befalls us,
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because Gods end in election, and his manner of providence is to guide all to their good.
Because God's end in election, and his manner of providence is to guide all to their good.
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Again, we learn another thing likewise, how God over-rules in his providence, the projects of carnall men, of the Devil and his instruments,
Again, we Learn Another thing likewise, how God overrules in his providence, the projects of carnal men, of the devil and his Instruments,
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and Agents and Factors, God over-rules all things, that which in it self is ill,
and Agents and Factors, God overrules all things, that which in it self is ill,
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and in the intendment of the inflicter is ill, yet God turnes it to the good of others,
and in the intendment of the inflicter is ill, yet God turns it to the good of Others,
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and the good of them that suffer too.
and the good of them that suffer too.
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Satan intends no such matter, as it is said Isa. 10. Nebuchadnezzar thinks no such thing:
Satan intends no such matter, as it is said Isaiah 10. Nebuchadnezzar thinks no such thing:
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Ashur the rod of my wrath, he intends no such matter, they intend not the consolation of Gods,Ashur the rod of my wrath, he intends no such matter, they intend not the consolation of God's,
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when they wrong the Saints of God, and so exercise their patience and Grace; No, they intend their hurt, and confusions.
when they wrong the Saints of God, and so exercise their patience and Grace; No, they intend their hurt, and confusions.
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It is no matter what they intend, but God at the first, created light out of darkness, and in his providence doth great matters by small meanes, in his providence over his Church, he doth raise contraries out of contraries, he turns the wicked proiects of men to contrary ends,
It is no matter what they intend, but God At the First, created Light out of darkness, and in his providence does great matters by small means, in his providence over his Church, he does raise contraries out of contraries, he turns the wicked projects of men to contrary ends,
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and makes all serviceable to his own end.
and makes all serviceable to his own end.
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In state-policie, he is accounted the wisest man, that can make his enemies instrumentall to his owne purpose, that can make others serve his own turne, to work his own ends by others, that are his opposites,
In State-policy, he is accounted the Wisest man, that can make his enemies instrumental to his own purpose, that can make Others serve his own turn, to work his own ends by Others, that Are his opposites,
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and he had need of a great reaching head, that can doe so. The great providence of Heaven doth thus, God is the wisest Polititian in the world:
and he had need of a great reaching head, that can do so. The great providence of Heaven does thus, God is the Wisest Politician in the world:
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All other policie is but a beam from that Sun, he can make instrumentall, and serviceable to him, his very enemies.
All other policy is but a beam from that Sun, he can make instrumental, and serviceable to him, his very enemies.
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not to look to the next instrument, but look to the over-ruling cause, that will turn all in the issue to our good.
not to look to the next Instrument, but look to the overruling cause, that will turn all in the issue to our good.
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And this is the torment of Satan, that God over shoots him in his own bow, he over-reacheth him in his own policie, where he thinks to doe most harme, he doth most good ▪ in those afflictions whereby he thinks to quell the courage of the Church, God doth exceeding good to them,
And this is the torment of Satan, that God over shoots him in his own bow, he overreacheth him in his own policy, where he thinks to do most harm, he does most good ▪ in those afflictions whereby he thinks to quell the courage of the Church, God does exceeding good to them,
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and enlargeth the bounds of the Church this way.
and enlarges the bounds of the Church this Way.
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It is an ordinary speech, The blood of the Martyrs is the seed of the Church.
It is an ordinary speech, The blood of the Martyrs is the seed of the Church.
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The Word of God is the seed of the Church, how then is the blood of the Martyrs and Sufferers the seed of the Church? Thus, the Word of God is the seed of the Church,
The Word of God is the seed of the Church, how then is the blood of the Martyrs and Sufferers the seed of the Church? Thus, the Word of God is the seed of the Church,
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how? As it is in the Bible, in the book? No, as it is published in preaching, much more as it is published in confession;
how? As it is in the bible, in the book? No, as it is published in preaching, much more as it is published in Confessi;
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and much more as it is published and sealed in Martyrdome, by suffering:
and much more as it is published and sealed in Martyrdom, by suffering:
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the Word of God so laid open, as not onely spoken but confessed, and practised in life,
the Word of God so laid open, as not only spoken but confessed, and practised in life,
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and not onely so, but sealed by induring any thing; thus it is the seed, and works strongly.
and not only so, but sealed by enduring any thing; thus it is the seed, and works strongly.
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God over-rules all inferiours, though they have contrary motions in their own intent to his, yet he brings them about to his end.
God overrules all inferiors, though they have contrary motions in their own intent to his, yet he brings them about to his end.
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As we see the Heavens have a contrary motion to the first Heaven, that carries the rest, the primum mobile, yet they are turned about by another motion, contrary to the bent of themselves, they goe one way and are carryed another.
As we see the Heavens have a contrary motion to the First Heaven, that carries the rest, the primum mobile, yet they Are turned about by Another motion, contrary to the bent of themselves, they go one Way and Are carried Another.
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As we see in the wheels of the Clock, one runs one way, another, another: all make the Clock strike, all serve the intent of Clock-maker:
As we see in the wheels of the Clock, one runs one Way, Another, Another: all make the Clock strike, all serve the intent of Clockmaker:
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so one runns one way, and another, another. Carnall men offer disgrace and disparagement to Gods people;
so one runs one Way, and Another, Another. Carnal men offer disgrace and disparagement to God's people;
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their intent is to overthrow all, to disgrace and to trample on the cause of Religion,
their intent is to overthrow all, to disgrace and to trample on the cause of Religion,
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but God useth contrary wheels, to make the Clock strike, all turnes in the issue to his end.
but God uses contrary wheels, to make the Clock strike, all turns in the issue to his end.
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Therefore though we say in our common speech, that the Devill is the God of this world, it is the Scripture phrase,
Therefore though we say in our Common speech, that the devil is the God of this world, it is the Scripture phrase,
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and it is so in regard of the wicked that are under him, yet he is a God under a God, there is but one Monarch of the World, he is a God that hath not power over Swine, further then he is suffered.
and it is so in regard of the wicked that Are under him, yet he is a God under a God, there is but one Monarch of the World, he is a God that hath not power over Swine, further then he is suffered.
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It is a point of wondrous comfort, that though we be thus used, yet there is an active providence, there is one Monarch, one great King that rules all.
It is a point of wondrous Comfort, that though we be thus used, yet there is an active providence, there is one Monarch, one great King that rules all.
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It is a ground of patience and contentment in whatsoever we suffer;
It is a ground of patience and contentment in whatsoever we suffer;
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This Joseph comforted his Brethren with, you sent me and of an ill mind too, but God turned it to good.
This Joseph comforted his Brothers with, you sent me and of an ill mind too, but God turned it to good.
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It was no thank to them, yet it was no matter, he comforted them in this, that God turned their malice to his good,
It was no thank to them, yet it was no matter, he comforted them in this, that God turned their malice to his good,
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and to their good too, for he was sent as a Steward to provide for them.
and to their good too, for he was sent as a Steward to provide for them.
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And it is one ground why to think more moderately in regard of anger, fiercenesse against wicked men, it is a ground of pittying of them,
And it is one ground why to think more moderately in regard of anger, fierceness against wicked men, it is a ground of pitying of them,
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for alas poore soules what do they!
for alas poor Souls what do they!
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though they intend it of malice, they are but instruments and shall be over-ruled, to do good contrary to their meaning,
though they intend it of malice, they Are but Instruments and shall be overruled, to do good contrary to their meaning,
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as St Paul saith here, Whether I be afflicted it is for your consolation and salvation.
as Saint Paul Says Here, Whither I be afflicted it is for your consolation and salvation.
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The worst intents, and designes of the enemies of Religion, was for the consolation and salvation of the Corinthians. It is good to think of this before hand, it is a ground of patience,
The worst intents, and designs of the enemies of Religion, was for the consolation and salvation of the Corinthians. It is good to think of this before hand, it is a ground of patience,
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and not onely so, but of comfort, and joy; which is a degree above patience.
and not only so, but of Comfort, and joy; which is a degree above patience.
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God over-rules all thus, Therefore we should quietly cast our selves wholly upon him, willing to doe and suffer whatsoever he will have us, knowing that he will direct all to the good of the Church, to our comfort and his own glory.
God overrules all thus, Therefore we should quietly cast our selves wholly upon him, willing to do and suffer whatsoever he will have us, knowing that he will Direct all to the good of the Church, to our Comfort and his own glory.
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Again a further use may be this to teach us to communicate our estate to others,
Again a further use may be this to teach us to communicate our estate to Others,
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because it is for their Good.
Because it is for their Good.
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Good is diffusive, saith St. Paul, all that I do or suffer, it is for your good) to ioyn comfort,
Good is diffusive, Says Saint Paul, all that I do or suffer, it is for your good) to join Comfort,
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and suffering together) If I be comforted it is for you, and if I suffer it is for you.
and suffering together) If I be comforted it is for you, and if I suffer it is for you.
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It must be by their taking notice of it, and that is not all that they ought to take notice,
It must be by their taking notice of it, and that is not all that they ought to take notice,
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but we ought to let them take notice as much as we can, Come Children, and I will teach you the feare of the Lord, Psal. 34. 11. Come and I will tell you what the Lord hath done for my soule:
but we ought to let them take notice as much as we can, Come Children, and I will teach you the Fear of the Lord, Psalm 34. 11. Come and I will tell you what the Lord hath done for my soul:
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The righteous shall compasse me about saith David. As when a man hath some great matter to tell, there will be a ring of people about him, desirous to heare what he saith,The righteous shall compass me about Says David. As when a man hath Some great matter to tell, there will be a ring of people about him, desirous to hear what he Says,
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so saith David the righteous shall compasse me about, when David had sweet matter of experience, to tell what God had done for him;
so Says David the righteous shall compass me about, when David had sweet matter of experience, to tell what God had done for him;
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how he had been with him in his affliction, and delivered him, the righteous shall compass me about, I will declare it to others.
how he had been with him in his affliction, and Delivered him, the righteous shall compass me about, I will declare it to Others.
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For Gods children make others case their owne, they comfort them, as they would be comforted of them againe.
For God's children make Others case their own, they Comfort them, as they would be comforted of them again.
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As they ought to do so, so we should take notice of their troubles and deliverances,
As they ought to do so, so we should take notice of their Troubles and Deliverances,
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how God sanctifies them to them, these things tend to edification.
how God Sanctifies them to them, these things tend to edification.
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There is the same reason to one Saint of God as to all, and God is the same to all in the like case.
There is the same reason to one Saint of God as to all, and God is the same to all in the like case.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Experiments are made much of in other things in Physick, and judged cases in law, and such like.
Experiments Are made much of in other things in Physic, and judged cases in law, and such like.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Tried things in all professions are good: so tried truths should be valued.
Tried things in all professions Are good: so tried truths should be valued.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now when a man teacheth another his experiment, it is a iudged case, a tried truth.
Now when a man Teaches Another his experiment, it is a judged case, a tried truth.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is not every truth that will stay the soule in the time of a great temptation,
It is not every truth that will stay the soul in the time of a great temptation,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but a truth proved, a tried truth.
but a truth proved, a tried truth.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore it is good for Parents, and Governours, for friends, and for all degrees of men, to make it one way to spend their time fruitfully, to discourse with others of the blessed experiments they have had of Gods gracious providence, in the passages of their life, Abraham will teach his Children, I will tell it to him therefore saith God.
Therefore it is good for Parents, and Governors, for Friends, and for all Degrees of men, to make it one Way to spend their time fruitfully, to discourse with Others of the blessed experiments they have had of God's gracious providence, in the passages of their life, Abraham will teach his Children, I will tell it to him Therefore Says God.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a meanes for God to reveale many things sweetly to us: when he knows we are of a communicative spreading disposition:
It is a means for God to reveal many things sweetly to us: when he knows we Are of a communicative spreading disposition:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God gaines by that meanes, his glory is spread, our grace is increased, the good of others is multiplyed. To goe on.
God gains by that means, his glory is spread, our grace is increased, the good of Others is multiplied. To go on.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is for your consolation and salvation.
It is for your consolation and salvation.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Whether we be afflicted, or whether we be comforted, all is for your consolation and salvation.
Whither we be afflicted, or whither we be comforted, all is for your consolation and salvation.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I will not trouble you here with the diverse readings of copies, some Greek copies want the word salvation,
I will not trouble you Here with the diverse readings of copies, Some Greek copies want the word salvation,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but the most that the translations follow, have both consolation and salvation:
but the most that the Translations follow, have both consolation and salvation:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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some have consolation and salvation in the first, but they repeat it not in the second.
Some have consolation and salvation in the First, but they repeat it not in the second.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Whether we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation, but because the more current have both,Whither we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation, but Because the more current have both,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore we will ioyn both, it is for your consolation and salvation.
Therefore we will join both, it is for your consolation and salvation.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For huper in the Greek it hath a double force, it signifies either to merit, hupon, to procure,
For huper in the Greek it hath a double force, it signifies either to merit, hupon, to procure,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and merit salvation, and so we doe not understand it, or huper for your good, a finall cause, it includes either a meritorious deserving cause,
and merit salvation, and so we do not understand it, or huper for your good, a final cause, it includes either a meritorious deserving cause,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or a finall cause, Whether I be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, not by merit and desert;
or a final cause, Whither I be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, not by merit and desert;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so Christs suffering was, but to help it forward, in the execution of it.
so Christ suffering was, but to help it forward, in the execution of it.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I speak this to cut the sinews of a Popish point (as I meet it) which is a cousening point of their Religion, which indeed is not a point of religion,
I speak this to Cut the sinews of a Popish point (as I meet it) which is a cosening point of their Religion, which indeed is not a point of Religion,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but a point of Romish policie, a point of cousenage: as most of their religion is but a trick for the belly.
but a point of Romish policy, a point of cozenage: as most of their Religion is but a trick for the belly.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They have devises forsooth of the Popes treasurie, he, being the Treasurer of the Church, hath a treasurie;
They have devises forsooth of the Popes treasury, he, being the Treasurer of the Church, hath a treasury;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and what must that be filled with? with the merits of Saints, with the superabundance:
and what must that be filled with? with the merits of Saints, with the superabundance:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
559
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For, they can deserve and procure Heaven for themselves, and more then obey, there is an overplus of obedience, the superabundance of that is laid in a treasurie;
For, they can deserve and procure Heaven for themselves, and more then obey, there is an overplus of Obedience, the superabundance of that is laid in a treasury;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and who should have the benefit of that but the Treasurer of the Church, the Pope? But how shall the Church come by this abundant satisfaction and merit? They must buy them by pardons,
and who should have the benefit of that but the Treasurer of the Church, the Pope? But how shall the Church come by this abundant satisfaction and merit? They must buy them by Pardons,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and they come not to have pardons for naught, but by purchasing of them, and hence come Popish indulgences:
and they come not to have Pardons for nought, but by purchasing of them, and hence come Popish Indulgences:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is nothing but a dispencing of the satisfaction, and merits of the Saints, which they did (say they) for the Church;
that is nothing but a Dispensing of the satisfaction, and merits of the Saints, which they did (say they) for the Church;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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abusing such phrases as these, when they had more then their own obedience, they did good to others,
abusing such phrases as these, when they had more then their own Obedience, they did good to Others,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
559
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and others had benefit by it. A shamefull opinion, bred in the dark night of poperie, when the Scriptures were hid,
and Others had benefit by it. A shameful opinion, bred in the dark night of popery, when the Scriptures were hid,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and when people did lye in ignorance, and it was meerly to advantage their own selves;
and when people did lie in ignorance, and it was merely to advantage their own selves;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for indeed the Scripture saith that Gods Children did suffer for the Church:
for indeed the Scripture Says that God's Children did suffer for the Church:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but that was not for satisfaction for the Church, but for the good of the Church. Onely Christs death was satisfactory;
but that was not for satisfaction for the Church, but for the good of the Church. Only Christ death was satisfactory;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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2922
Christ is the onely treasurie of the Church, and the satisfaction of Christ, They think they merit by their sufferings,
christ is the only treasury of the Church, and the satisfaction of christ, They think they merit by their sufferings,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
560
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2923
when they suffer for their merits: when they suffer for their merits:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And they think they merit not onely for themselves, but for others too, which is a Diabolicall sarcasme.
And they think they merit not only for themselves, but for Others too, which is a Diabolical sarcasm.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
560
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2925
The Devill mocks them that way, he makes them ignorant of themselves.
The devil mocks them that Way, he makes them ignorant of themselves.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Alas, that a silly sinfull man, should think to do enough for himself, and more then enough, enough for others!
Alas, that a silly sinful man, should think to do enough for himself, and more then enough, enough for Others!
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what should we speak of others then, to do any good to others (I mean) by way of satisfaction.
what should we speak of Others then, to do any good to Others (I mean) by Way of satisfaction.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
561
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The wise Virgins had but oyle enough for themselves, they had none for others, but these wise Virgins, have more then for themselves, they have for others too.
The wise Virgins had but oil enough for themselves, they had none for Others, but these wise Virgins, have more then for themselves, they have for Others too.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is not worth the standing on, to hinder better and more comfortable things.
It is not worth the standing on, to hinder better and more comfortable things.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
560
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The phrase runs in this sense, when it is meant of Christ, Christ suffered for our satisfaction, for our redemption.
The phrase runs in this sense, when it is meant of christ, christ suffered for our satisfaction, for our redemption.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And Leo the Pope, one of the the best of their Popes, and in his rank, a holy man in his time, he saith excellent well for this, sanctorum preciosamors, &c. The death of the Saints is prcious,
And Leo the Pope, one of thee the best of their Popes, and in his rank, a holy man in his time, he Says excellent well for this, sanctorum preciosamors, etc. The death of the Saints is prcious,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but the death of no Saint is a propitiation for others: their death is sanctified, but not propitiatorie to others:
but the death of no Saint is a propitiation for Others: their death is sanctified, but not propitiatory to Others:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore singularis singulis; all the Saints, their death was for themselves.
Therefore singularis Singulis; all the Saints, their death was for themselves.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
560
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It is an excellent speech solus Christus, &c. every other besides Christ, their death was singular, it went not out of their own persons to do others good, otherwise then by an exemplary course (as St. Paul speaks here) but onely Christ it is, in whom all dyed, in whom all are crucified, in whom all are raised, in whom all ascend, in whom all are glorified:
It is an excellent speech solus Christus, etc. every other beside christ, their death was singular, it went not out of their own Persons to do Others good, otherwise then by an exemplary course (as Saint Paul speaks Here) but only christ it is, in whom all died, in whom all Are Crucified, in whom all Are raised, in whom all ascend, in whom all Are glorified:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As publique Adam his death was for all;
As public Adam his death was for all;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he was not considerable in his death, as one man, but as a second Adam; who by his publique obedience,
he was not considerable in his death, as one man, but as a second Adam; who by his public Obedience,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as the first publique person by his disobedience infected all;
as the First public person by his disobedience infected all;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so he by his obedience and satisfaction, by his passive obedience especially when he shut up his obedience in death, all dyed in him, it was as much as if all had dyed,
so he by his Obedience and satisfaction, by his passive Obedience especially when he shut up his Obedience in death, all died in him, it was as much as if all had died,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as if all had been crucified, and risen in him.
as if all had been Crucified, and risen in him.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The meaning is therefore, Whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, to help it forward, to help forward your comfort, by way of example,
The meaning is Therefore, Whither we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, to help it forward, to help forward your Comfort, by Way of Exampl,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and not by way of satisfaction and merit any kind of way.
and not by Way of satisfaction and merit any kind of Way.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Doe but consider this one reason, (and so I will end the point) there was no Saint that ever merited heaven by his own satisfaction (therefore he could not doe good to others, by way of satisfaction) how do you prove that? By that excellent speech, in Rom. 8. The sufferings of this world are not worthy of the glory that shall be revealed.
Do but Consider this one reason, (and so I will end the point) there was no Saint that ever merited heaven by his own satisfaction (Therefore he could not do good to Others, by Way of satisfaction) how do you prove that? By that excellent speech, in Rom. 8. The sufferings of this world Are not worthy of the glory that shall be revealed.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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All that they suffered, was not worthy of the glory to be revealed: therefore they could not by any satisfaction of their own, merit heaven for themselves:
All that they suffered, was not worthy of the glory to be revealed: Therefore they could not by any satisfaction of their own, merit heaven for themselves:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if I cannot indure so much as a Filip, a disgrace, a frowne, a scorne for Christ:
if I cannot endure so much as a Filip, a disgrace, a frown, a scorn for christ:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But he shews this in the next words more clearly, how good is done to others, Whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation.
But he shows this in the next words more clearly, how good is done to Others, Whither we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Which is effectuall in enduring the same sufferings that we also suffer.
Which is effectual in enduring the same sufferings that we also suffer.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is read in the Margine, and most go that way, and the oldest Interpreters too:
It is read in the Margin, and most go that Way, and the oldest Interpreters too:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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some Translators have a word as fit in the margine, as in the text oft times,
Some Translators have a word as fit in the Margin, as in the text oft times,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and they leave it to the Readers to take which they will.
and they leave it to the Readers to take which they will.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is good and usefull both wayes, but the most go that way, and it is more clear.
It is good and useful both ways, but the most go that Way, and it is more clear.
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The meaning is this, Whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation & salvation, which salvation of yours is wrought out, in induring the same sufferings that we also suffer.
The meaning is this, Whither we be afflicted, it is for your consolation & salvation, which salvation of yours is wrought out, in enduring the same sufferings that we also suffer.
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If it be read [ effectual ] as it is in the text, & not in the margine,
If it be read [ effectual ] as it is in the text, & not in the Margin,
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then it is thus, If we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, the assurance whereof in you is effectuall, to make you indure the sufferings that we suffer.
then it is thus, If we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, the assurance whereof in you is effectual, to make you endure the sufferings that we suffer.
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Now here must be a thing cleared. How salvation is wrought by affliction? I answer, Salvation is wrought by Christ, by way of merit, and procurement, and purchase, and satisfaction to divine justice;
Now Here must be a thing cleared. How salvation is wrought by affliction? I answer, Salvation is wrought by christ, by Way of merit, and procurement, and purchase, and satisfaction to divine Justice;
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but salvation in regard of the profession of it, is wrought by afflictions, that is, we come to have it by this way.
but salvation in regard of the profession of it, is wrought by afflictions, that is, we come to have it by this Way.
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We may consider salvation in purchase, and title, and salvation in possession, and investing into it:
We may Consider salvation in purchase, and title, and salvation in possession, and investing into it:
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salvation in title and purchase is wrought by the death and sufferings of Christ, who hath this preminence to be called, and stiled a Saviour:
salvation in title and purchase is wrought by the death and sufferings of christ, who hath this preeminence to be called, and styled a Saviour:
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but though it be gotten by him, it is not possessed but by a certain way and course.
but though it be got by him, it is not possessed but by a certain Way and course.
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That salvation the title whereof we have by Christ, it is not possessed or entred into,
That salvation the title whereof we have by christ, it is not possessed or entered into,
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but by a course of suffering and doing.
but by a course of suffering and doing.
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God hath measured out so many holy actions for every Christian to doe, and so many things for every Christian to suffer,
God hath measured out so many holy actions for every Christian to do, and so many things for every Christian to suffer,
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so many grievances, if he be of yeares of discretion (God hath a way to save Children which leane to his wisedom,
so many grievances, if he be of Years of discretion (God hath a Way to save Children which lean to his Wisdom,
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but) this way God saveth men, they have a cup measured to them, they have so many afflictions to suffer before they be possessed of that which Christ hath purchased:
but) this Way God Saveth men, they have a cup measured to them, they have so many afflictions to suffer before they be possessed of that which christ hath purchased:
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so it is wrought in regard of possession, in suffering the same afflictions that others suffer.
so it is wrought in regard of possession, in suffering the same afflictions that Others suffer.
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There are two ways, doing good, and suffering for good, that are the beaten way to obtain salvation, which salvation is wrought by the satisfaction of Christ.
There Are two ways, doing good, and suffering for good, that Are the beaten Way to obtain salvation, which salvation is wrought by the satisfaction of christ.
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Marke here, he saith our sufferings tend to your comfort and salvation. How? because it helps you to indure the same suffering:
Mark Here, he Says our sufferings tend to your Comfort and salvation. How? Because it helps you to endure the same suffering:
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by seeing others suffer, and by induring the like, we come to the possession of salvation in the end,
by seeing Others suffer, and by enduring the like, we come to the possession of salvation in the end,
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because by seeing them suffer, we are incouraged to suffer.
Because by seeing them suffer, we Are encouraged to suffer.
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The point hence is this, that, Whatsoever good we take by the sufferings of any, it is by stirring up and strengthning some grace in us.
The point hence is this, that, Whatsoever good we take by the sufferings of any, it is by stirring up and strengthening Some grace in us.
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Whatsoever good we take by any, set Christ aside (from whom we take good likewise by way of example, as well as merit;
Whatsoever good we take by any, Set christ aside (from whom we take good likewise by Way of Exampl, as well as merit;
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but in a singular respect by way of merit;) but for others, whatsoever good we take it is not direct, it is not immediate,
but in a singular respect by Way of merit;) but for Others, whatsoever good we take it is not Direct, it is not immediate,
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but onely by stirring up some grace by strengthning some grace in us.
but only by stirring up Some grace by strengthening Some grace in us.
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There is no good derived from others to me but by confirming and strengthning some grace:
There is no good derived from Others to me but by confirming and strengthening Some grace:
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so I come to have good by them, saith St. Paul here, My sufferings increase your salvation, but it is because my sufferings stirre you up to suffer the same afflictions.
so I come to have good by them, Says Saint Paul Here, My sufferings increase your salvation, but it is Because my sufferings stir you up to suffer the same afflictions.
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You learn of me by my carriage and example to suffer, and so by suffering that which I suffer you come to salvation.
You Learn of me by my carriage and Exampl to suffer, and so by suffering that which I suffer you come to salvation.
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This is sufficient to convince (that idle opinion that I spake of before,) that the sufferings of the Saints are not conveyed by way of pardon to the ignorant people, that know not what Saint,
This is sufficient to convince (that idle opinion that I spoke of before,) that the sufferings of the Saints Are not conveyed by Way of pardon to the ignorant people, that know not what Saint,
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or pardon, or suffering, or merit is:
or pardon, or suffering, or merit is:
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but the way of comfort by the suffering of others, is by confirming and strengthning some grace, of patience, or comfort, &c. in them.
but the Way of Comfort by the suffering of Others, is by confirming and strengthening Some grace, of patience, or Comfort, etc. in them.
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All the good that is in the father, cannot help the son, except he tread in his fathers steps.
All the good that is in the father, cannot help the son, except he tread in his Father's steps.
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If we go not the same way as others do to heaven, in the same graces, all their sufferings will do us no good, but serve to condemn us.
If we go not the same Way as Others do to heaven, in the same graces, all their sufferings will do us no good, but serve to condemn us.
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The point is cleare, because it serves to enlighten other points, I doe but name it.
The point is clear, Because it serves to enlighten other points, I do but name it.
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But that, which I will a little more stand on is, that salvation is wrought by suffering.
But that, which I will a little more stand on is, that salvation is wrought by suffering.
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We come to the possession of salvation by Patience.
We come to the possession of salvation by Patience.
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Faith of salvation by Christ, stires us up to suffer, till we come to the possession of that that we have title to. Faith of salvation by christ, stires us up to suffer, till we come to the possession of that that we have title to.
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Mark how these hang together, first a Christian knows that God will save him by the merits,
Mark how these hang together, First a Christian knows that God will save him by the merits,
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and satisfaction, and obedience of Christ, his surety, the assured perswasion of this salvation that he hath title to by Christ,
and satisfaction, and Obedience of christ, his surety, the assured persuasion of this salvation that he hath title to by christ,
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because the possession of it is deferred till the next world, and there is a distance of time,
Because the possession of it is deferred till the next world, and there is a distance of time,
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and that time is incombred with afflictions, hereupon comes a necessity of some speciall grace to carrie us along till we be fully invested into that that we have title to by Christ, there must be some grace between faith, and the possession of heaven.
and that time is encumbered with afflictions, hereupon comes a necessity of Some special grace to carry us along till we be Fully invested into that that we have title to by christ, there must be Some grace between faith, and the possession of heaven.
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I am assured of the possession of heaven, in my first conversion: but I am not invested into it, it is deferred:
I am assured of the possession of heaven, in my First conversion: but I am not invested into it, it is deferred:
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there is a distance of time which is afflictive: for, hope deferred maketh the heart faint.
there is a distance of time which is afflictive: for, hope deferred makes the heart faint.
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A thing that we have right and title to, deferred, afflicts the soul, and the deferring of good hath the respect of ill;
A thing that we have right and title to, deferred, afflicts the soul, and the deferring of good hath the respect of ill;
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good deferred puts upon it the consideration of ill: for it is a grievance to want a good, I have a right unto.
good deferred puts upon it the consideration of ill: for it is a grievance to want a good, I have a right unto.
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Now it is not only deferred, but my life is an exercised life, with many actions and sufferings;
Now it is not only deferred, but my life is an exercised life, with many actions and sufferings;
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what grace must bear me up between me and heaven, and in the tediousness of the time prolonged? especially the grace of induring.
what grace must bear me up between me and heaven, and in the tediousness of the time prolonged? especially the grace of enduring.
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Therefore faith in Christ, by which I have a title to heaven, that stirs up hope, and hope stirs up patience;
Therefore faith in christ, by which I have a title to heaven, that stirs up hope, and hope stirs up patience;
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and that helps me in the way to heaven, it helps me to beare crosses and afflictions,
and that helps me in the Way to heaven, it helps me to bear Crosses and afflictions,
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and likewse to indure the tediousness, and length of time till I come to Heaven:
and likewise to endure the tediousness, and length of time till I come to Heaven:
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so salvation is wrought by suffering, we come not to the possession of it, but by suffering and induring, you have need of patience saith the Apostle, Heb. 10. Give me leave to cleare the point a little:
so salvation is wrought by suffering, we come not to the possession of it, but by suffering and enduring, you have need of patience Says the Apostle, Hebrew 10. Give me leave to clear the point a little:
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How doth patience enter into this great worke of helping our salvation? Patience in induring affliction it helps many wayes.
How does patience enter into this great work of helping our salvation? Patience in enduring affliction it helps many ways.
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They work salvation, not by way of merit, for that were to disable the title we have by Christ,
They work salvation, not by Way of merit, for that were to disable the title we have by christ,
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but by way of evidence, it helps the evidence of the title; for I have title by Christ;
but by Way of evidence, it helps the evidence of the title; for I have title by christ;
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but how do I know that my evidence to that title is good? Afflictions, and the patient suffering of them;
but how do I know that my evidence to that title is good? Afflictions, and the patient suffering of them;
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We may not think to carrie our unmortified pride and lusts, and base earthly affections, and our pleasures and riches ill gotten to heaven with us:
We may not think to carry our unmortified pride and Lustiest, and base earthly affections, and our pleasures and riches ill got to heaven with us:
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not afflictions alone, but afflictions joyned with the grace of patience to indure them (for else they do no good, afflictions are evill in themselves) for thus it increaseth my evidence, every heire is a son (for heaven is the inheritance of Sons) and every Son must be corrected;
not afflictions alone, but afflictions joined with the grace of patience to endure them (for Else they do no good, afflictions Are evil in themselves) for thus it increases my evidence, every heir is a son (for heaven is the inheritance of Sons) and every Son must be corrected;
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and I am corrected, and afflicted in this life, and God doth give me grace to indure them,
and I am corrected, and afflicted in this life, and God does give me grace to endure them,
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and to see my good in them, these afflictions therefore mingled with patient induring of them, do evidence that I am not a bastard.
and to see my good in them, these afflictions Therefore mingled with patient enduring of them, do evidence that I am not a bastard.
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In Heb. 12. the Apostle proves this, every one that hath not some affliction or other, he is a bastard and not a Son. It increaseth my evidence, that I am the child of God (especially if I suffer for a good cause) if we suffer with him, we shall reign with him, here the evidence is increased.
In Hebrew 12. the Apostle Proves this, every one that hath not Some affliction or other, he is a bastard and not a Son. It increases my evidence, that I am the child of God (especially if I suffer for a good cause) if we suffer with him, we shall Reign with him, Here the evidence is increased.
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By this I know I am in the way, which is strewed with crosses and afflictions, we must enter into heaven this way, I know it for the way,
By this I know I am in the Way, which is strewed with Crosses and afflictions, we must enter into heaven this Way, I know it for the Way,
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so it furthers my salvation, it gives me assurance that my euidence is good.
so it furthers my salvation, it gives me assurance that my evidence is good.
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It is the Scriptures manner to say things are done, when the knowledge of the thing is increased:
It is the Scriptures manner to say things Are done, when the knowledge of the thing is increased:
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As to say we are saved, when we know more assuredly that we shall be saved;
As to say we Are saved, when we know more assuredly that we shall be saved;
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to say we are in the Kingdom of heaven when we know we are in the state of the Kingdom of heaven, as in 2 Pet. 1. saith he, grow in grace, &c. for by this meanes, a further entrance shall be ministred unto you, into the Kingdome of God:
to say we Are in the Kingdom of heaven when we know we Are in the state of the Kingdom of heaven, as in 2 Pet. 1. Says he, grow in grace, etc. for by this means, a further Entrance shall be ministered unto you, into the Kingdom of God:
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The knowledge of a mans estate in grace is a further entance into the Kingdom of God, that is begun here in this life.
The knowledge of a men estate in grace is a further Entrance into the Kingdom of God, that is begun Here in this life.
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The knowledge that I am an heire of heaven, is to be in heaven before my time.
The knowledge that I am an heir of heaven, is to be in heaven before my time.
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Thus afflictions joyned with patience help salvation, because they help the evidence of salvation, they shew that we are sons, and not bastards;
Thus afflictions joined with patience help salvation, Because they help the evidence of salvation, they show that we Are Sons, and not bastards;
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it is an evidence of our adoption.
it is an evidence of our adoption.
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And then sufferings, joyned with the grace of induring, help forward salvation by vvay of qualification;
And then sufferings, joined with the grace of enduring, help forward salvation by Way of qualification;
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there is a qualification, and disposition of soule, which is necessary before we come to Heaven;
there is a qualification, and disposition of soul, which is necessary before we come to Heaven;
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because no unclean thing shall ever come to Heaven.
Because no unclean thing shall ever come to Heaven.
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Now suffering joynd with patience, having a mighty and blessed worke this vvay, to purge us of that soile, that vve cannot carrie to heaven with us.
Now suffering joined with patience, having a mighty and blessed work this Way, to purge us of that soil, that we cannot carry to heaven with us.
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Now if I suffer and indure nothing;
Now if I suffer and endure nothing;
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oh, no, the presence of heaven is a more pure presence then so, and the place will not indure such defilements, we must be cleansed thereore.
o, no, the presence of heaven is a more pure presence then so, and the place will not endure such defilements, we must be cleansed Therefore.
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Now, because afflictions indured with patience, have a blessed power to subdue that which by nature is powerfull in us, to purge out those base affections, that are contrary to the glorious estate we look for,
Now, Because afflictions endured with patience, have a blessed power to subdue that which by nature is powerful in us, to purge out those base affections, that Are contrary to the glorious estate we look for,
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therefore they help us to heaven, they help the qualification of the person, not the merit and desert of it.
Therefore they help us to heaven, they help the qualification of the person, not the merit and desert of it.
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They help likewise the qualification, by removing that which corruption feeds on, for affliction indured removes that which corruption works on, and strengthens it selfby:
They help likewise the qualification, by removing that which corruption feeds on, for affliction endured removes that which corruption works on, and strengthens it selfby:
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affliction is either in removing riches, or honours, or pleasures, somewhat that corruption feeds on: for all corruption is about those Idols, greatness, or pleasure, or profit of the world:
affliction is either in removing riches, or honours, or pleasures, somewhat that corruption feeds on: for all corruption is about those Idols, greatness, or pleasure, or profit of the world:
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Now sufferings crossing us in our reputation, or estates, or body, one way or other, they withdraw the fewell that feeds our corruptions,
Now sufferings crossing us in our reputation, or estates, or body, one Way or other, they withdraw the fuel that feeds our corruptions,
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and so help mortification and purgation, and so fit us for Heaven.
and so help mortification and purgation, and so fit us for Heaven.
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They help our repentance, they make the favour of God sweet, and sin bitter, it is a bitter thing to offend God, we feel it by the afflictions that are laid on us.
They help our Repentance, they make the favour of God sweet, and since bitter, it is a bitter thing to offend God, we feel it by the afflictions that Are laid on us.
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Again, many positive graces are required before we come to Heaven, affliction indured helps al graces whatsoever;
Again, many positive graces Are required before we come to Heaven, affliction endured helps all graces whatsoever;
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the only time for grace to thrive in is the time of affliction, for affliction indured helps our zeal, our love, we have experience of the patience of God,
the only time for grace to thrive in is the time of affliction, for affliction endured helps our zeal, our love, we have experience of the patience of God,
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and they stir up prayer, all graces are set on work in affliction, Out of the deep have I cried, prayers are cries in in affliction, they are not cold dull things,
and they stir up prayer, all graces Are Set on work in affliction, Out of the deep have I cried, Prayers Are cries in in affliction, they Are not cold dull things,
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but set on fire, they set the spirit on worke to crie to God with earnest, frequent, and fervent in prayer.
but Set on fire, they Set the Spirit on work to cry to God with earnest, frequent, and fervent in prayer.
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Then again, Afflictions indured, they work salvation and help us to Heaven, because they whet and sharpen our desire of heaven:
Then again, Afflictions endured, they work salvation and help us to Heaven, Because they whet and sharpen our desire of heaven:
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for when we find ill usage here below in our pilgrimage, we have a great desire to be at home at rest,
for when we find ill usage Here below in our pilgrimage, we have a great desire to be At home At rest,
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and that is one maine end why God sends afflictions, to help salvation this way, by sharpening our desires.
and that is one main end why God sends afflictions, to help salvation this Way, by sharpening our Desires.
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For were it not for afflictions, and the induring of them, would we ever say, Come Lord Jesus, come quickly? would we not be of Peters mind, It is good for us to be here? would we ever be wearie of the world,
For were it not for afflictions, and the enduring of them, would we ever say, Come Lord jesus, come quickly? would we not be of Peter's mind, It is good for us to be Here? would we ever be weary of the world,
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before we be fired out of it, and pulled out of it, as Lot out of Sodom? No, they help our desire and earnestness.
before we be fired out of it, and pulled out of it, as Lot out of Sodom? No, they help our desire and earnestness.
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The creature groanes, Rom. 8. Those that have received the first fruits of the spirit, they wait for the adoption of the sonns of God.
The creature groans, Rom. 8. Those that have received the First fruits of the Spirit, they wait for the adoption of the Sons of God.
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Those that have the beginnings of grace, they wait for the accomplishment, what makes this but afflictions and troubles of the world? They desire a State wherein all teares shall be wiped from their eyes.
Those that have the beginnings of grace, they wait for the accomplishment, what makes this but afflictions and Troubles of the world? They desire a State wherein all tears shall be wiped from their eyes.
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So we see these, and many other wayes (but these are the principall) how afflictions indured as they should be, they help salvation, they worke our salvation;
So we see these, and many other ways (but these Are the principal) how afflictions endured as they should be, they help salvation, they work our salvation;
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though they vvork not the title of it, yet they help us in the vvay.
though they work not the title of it, yet they help us in the Way.
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First, Because they assure us that vve are the sons of God, and so have evidence that vve are in a good state,
First, Because they assure us that we Are the Sons of God, and so have evidence that we Are in a good state,
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and then they remove the hindrances, and purge us of our sins, and then they help us in all graces, they cherish all graces,
and then they remove the hindrances, and purge us of our Sins, and then they help us in all graces, they cherish all graces,
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and they sharpen and whet the edge of our desires to be out of this world.
and they sharpen and whet the edge of our Desires to be out of this world.
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And all this must be in every Christian, before he come to Heaven:
And all this must be in every Christian, before he come to Heaven:
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for God never brings a man of yeares to Heaven, but he gives him cause to see why he would be out of this world, either by long sickness,
for God never brings a man of Years to Heaven, but he gives him cause to see why he would be out of this world, either by long sickness,
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or affliction, or by one thing or other;
or affliction, or by one thing or other;
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he makes them see that it is better to be there then here, and if it were not for crosses, who would be of that minde.
he makes them see that it is better to be there then Here, and if it were not for Crosses, who would be of that mind.
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Therfore have we not cause to suspect our selvs, that we are in smooth ways and find no crosses? God doth give respit to his children, they have breathing times, they are not alway under crosses;
Therefore have we not cause to suspect our selves, that we Are in smooth ways and find no Crosses? God does give respite to his children, they have breathing times, they Are not always under Crosses;
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he is mercifull, perhaps they have not strength enough he will not bring them to the lists, to the stage, because they are not inabled, they have not strength enough.
he is merciful, perhaps they have not strength enough he will not bring them to the lists, to the stage, Because they Are not enabled, they have not strength enough.
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But they that have a continuall tenour of prosperity may well suspect themselves.
But they that have a continual tenor of Prosperity may well suspect themselves.
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If one have direction to such a place, and they tell him there are such ways, deep waters, that except he take heed, he will be drowned,
If one have direction to such a place, and they tell him there Are such ways, deep waters, that except he take heed, he will be drowned,
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and step into holes, and they are craggie wayes, and if he meet with none of these, he may wel think he is not in his way.
and step into holes, and they Are craggy ways, and if he meet with none of these, he may well think he is not in his Way.
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So the way to Heaven, it is through afflictions;
So the Way to Heaven, it is through afflictions;
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we must indure many afflictions, saith the Apostle here, Salvation is wrought by induring the same afflictions, that you see in us.
we must endure many afflictions, Says the Apostle Here, Salvation is wrought by enduring the same afflictions, that you see in us.
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if the way be over smooth, it is not the way to heaven certainly: the way is not strewed with roses;
if the Way be over smooth, it is not the Way to heaven Certainly: the Way is not strewed with roses;
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we must have our Feet shod with the preparation of the Gospel.
we must have our Feet shod with the preparation of the Gospel.
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They must be well shod that go among thorns, and they had need to be wel fenced, that go the way to heaven, it is a thorny rugged way,
They must be well shod that go among thorns, and they had need to be well fenced, that go the Way to heaven, it is a thorny rugged Way,
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but it is no matter what the way be, so it bring us to Heaven: but certainly if the way be too smooth, we ought to suspect our selves.
but it is no matter what the Way be, so it bring us to Heaven: but Certainly if the Way be too smooth, we ought to suspect our selves.
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Now because it may be objected, many will say alas, what doe we suffer, and therefore our case is not good.
Now Because it may be objected, many will say alas, what do we suffer, and Therefore our case is not good.
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I answer, Every Christian suffers one of these wayes, at one time or other, nay at all times, either by sympathy with the Church, put the case we have no afflictions of our own, doe we not sympathise with the Church beyond the Seas:
I answer, Every Christian suffers one of these ways, At one time or other, nay At all times, either by Sympathy with the Church, put the case we have no afflictions of our own, do we not sympathise with the Church beyond the Seas:
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When thou hearest ill news, if thou be glad to heare it, certainly thy case is bad;
When thou Hearst ill news, if thou be glad to hear it, Certainly thy case is bad;
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there is a suffering by sympathy, and that suffering is ours.
there is a suffering by Sympathy, and that suffering is ours.
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Then again, There are afflictions and sufferings, that arise upon scandals, that men run into before our eyes, which is a great grief, Mine eyes gush out with rivers of waters,
Then again, There Are afflictions and sufferings, that arise upon scandals, that men run into before our eyes, which is a great grief, Mine eyes gush out with Rivers of waters,
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because men keep not thy law, saith David Is it not a matter of suffering to a Christian soule, to see that he would not see,Because men keep not thy law, Says David Is it not a matter of suffering to a Christian soul, to see that he would not see,
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and to hear blasphemies and oathes that he would not hear? to have the understanding forced to understand that he would not, living in a world of iniquity, in the Kingdom of the Devill? It is a great grievance, Woe is me that I am forced to dwell in Meshech,
and to hear Blasphemies and Oaths that he would not hear? to have the understanding forced to understand that he would not, living in a world of iniquity, in the Kingdom of the devil? It is a great grievance, Woe is me that I am forced to dwell in Meshech,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to have my habitation with the Tents of Kedar. and to have my habitation with the Tents of Kedar.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a pittifull affliction to the Saints of God, to him that hath the life of grace in his heart, to have the wicked as goads and thornes,
It is a pitiful affliction to the Saints of God, to him that hath the life of grace in his heart, to have the wicked as goads and thorns,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as the Scripture saith, the Jebusites should be to the Israelites, to have thoughts forced upon us,
as the Scripture Says, the Jebusites should be to the Israelites, to have thoughts forced upon us,
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and things forced upon our soules, that we would not see, nor think, nor hear of, that which shall never be in Heaven.
and things forced upon our Souls, that we would not see, nor think, nor hear of, that which shall never be in Heaven.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, Every one suffers the burthen of his calling, which is a great suffering, a man need not to whip himself as the Scottish Papists do,
Again, Every one suffers the burden of his calling, which is a great suffering, a man need not to whip himself as the Scottish Papists do,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if he be but faithfull in his calling; it is a notable meanes of mortification.
if he be but faithful in his calling; it is a notable means of mortification.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God keeps a man from persecution many times, because he hath burthens in his calling to exercise him, he hath many crosses in his calling.
God keeps a man from persecution many times, Because he hath burdens in his calling to exercise him, he hath many Crosses in his calling.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God hath joyned sweat to labour, and trouble, and paines, and there is no man that is faithfull in his calling as he should be,
God hath joined sweat to labour, and trouble, and pains, and there is no man that is faithful in his calling as he should be,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but he shall find many crosses.
but he shall find many Crosses.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then that which afflicts most of all, the affliction of all afflictions, the inward combat between the flesh & the spirit, which God usually takes up in persecution, and outward troubles:
And then that which afflicts most of all, the affliction of all afflictions, the inward combat between the Flesh & the Spirit, which God usually Takes up in persecution, and outward Troubles:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Gods deare children in persecution find little molestation from their corruptions, because God will not lay more upon them,
God's deer children in persecution find little molestation from their corruptions, Because God will not lay more upon them,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then he will give them strength to beare;
then he will give them strength to bear;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and now when he singles them out to outward crosses, he subdues their corruptions, that they do not vex them as before.
and now when he singles them out to outward Crosses, he subdues their corruptions, that they do not vex them as before.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In the time of peace, he lets loose their corruptions, sometimes anger, sometimes pride, sometimes one base affection, sometimes another;
In the time of peace, he lets lose their corruptions, sometime anger, sometime pride, sometime one base affection, sometime Another;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and think you t his is no grief to them? Oh yes, it grie ves them,
and think you tO his is no grief to them? O yes, it grie ves them,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and humbles them more then any cross would do:
and humbles them more then any cross would do:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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St. Paul was grieved more at this, then at all his sufferings, it made him crie out, Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death? He doth not say, oh wretched man who shall deliver me from crosses and afflictions;
Saint Paul was grieved more At this, then At all his sufferings, it made him cry out, O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death? He does not say, o wretched man who shall deliver me from Crosses and afflictions;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though they made him wretched in the eye of the world, yet he rejoyced in those:
though they made him wretched in the eye of the world, yet he rejoiced in those:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but his griefe was that he could not doe the good that he would, and that made him crie out, Oh wretched m• … n that I am, &c. It is God that ties up our corruptions, that they run not so violently on the soule at one time,
but his grief was that he could not do the good that he would, and that made him cry out, O wretched m• … n that I am, etc. It is God that ties up our corruptions, that they run not so violently on the soul At one time,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as they do at another, for he hath the command of them by his spirit There is no Christian,
as they do At Another, for he hath the command of them by his Spirit There is no Christian,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but one of these wayes he suffers in the greatest time of peace, especially this way God exerciseth them, that he makes them weary of their lives, by this spirituall conflict,
but one of these ways he suffers in the greatest time of peace, especially this Way God Exerciseth them, that he makes them weary of their lives, by this spiritual conflict,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if they know what the life of grace meanes, he makes them know what it is to be absent from Heaven, he makes them know that this life is a place of absence,
if they know what the life of grace means, he makes them know what it is to be absent from Heaven, he makes them know that this life is a place of absence,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and all this is to help our disposition to salvation, by helping mortification, and by helping our desire to Heaven.
and all this is to help our disposition to salvation, by helping mortification, and by helping our desire to Heaven.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Those that go on in a smooth course, that know not what this inward combate meanes,
Those that go on in a smooth course, that know not what this inward combat means,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and are carried away with their sins:
and Are carried away with their Sins:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they are so farre from taking scandals to heart, that if they see evill men, they are ready to joyn with them, to joyn with blasphemers, and wicked persons.
they Are so Far from taking scandals to heart, that if they see evil men, they Are ready to join with them, to join with blasphemers, and wicked Persons.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And instead of sympathizing with the Church of God, they are ready to joyn with them that censure them,
And instead of sympathizing with the Church of God, they Are ready to join with them that censure them,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so add affliction to the afflicted. But to proceed, Whether we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation.
and so add affliction to the afflicted. But to proceed, Whither we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Of comfort I spake in the former verse.
Of Comfort I spoke in the former verse.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Onely that note, that I will briefly commend to you is this, that Gods Children, hap how it will, they doe good.
Only that note, that I will briefly commend to you is this, that God's Children, hap how it will, they do good.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Cast them into what estate you will, they doe good, they are good, and doe good.
Cast them into what estate you will, they do good, they Are good, and doe good.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If they be afflicted, they doe good by that, if they have comfort, they do good to others by that:
If they be afflicted, they do good by that, if they have Comfort, they do good to Others by that:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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no estate is amisse to Gods Children. And that is the reason of their perfect resignation.
no estate is amiss to God's Children. And that is the reason of their perfect resignation.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Child of God perfectly resignes himself into Gods hands:
The Child of God perfectly resignes himself into God's hands:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Lord, if thou wilt have me suffer, I will suffer, if thou wilt have me afflicted, I yield my selfe;
Lord, if thou wilt have me suffer, I will suffer, if thou wilt have me afflicted, I yield my self;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if thou wilt have me injoy prosperity I will. I know it shall be for my good, and for the good of others.
if thou wilt have me enjoy Prosperity I will. I know it shall be for my good, and for the good of Others.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is an intercourse in the life of a Christian, he is now afflicted, and now comforted, not for his own sake onely,
There is an intercourse in the life of a Christian, he is now afflicted, and now comforted, not for his own sake only,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but for the good of others: and when he shall be afflicted, and how long;
but for the good of Others: and when he shall be afflicted, and how long;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and what comfort he shall have, how much, he leaves it to the wisdom of God.
and what Comfort he shall have, how much, he leaves it to the Wisdom of God.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a blessed estate (if we could think of it) to be a Christian, that we need to care for nothing but to serve God, we need to care for nothing,
It is a blessed estate (if we could think of it) to be a Christian, that we need to care for nothing but to serve God, we need to care for nothing,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but study to keep a good conscience. Let God alone with all our estate:
but study to keep a good conscience. Let God alone with all our estate:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for God will inable us to want and to abound in our owne persons, and likewise he will sanctifie our estate for the good of others.
for God will inable us to want and to abound in our own Persons, and likewise he will sanctify our estate for the good of Others.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And a Christian will be willling to be tossed, and to be changed from vessel to vessell, from state to state, for the good of others.
And a Christian will be willling to be tossed, and to be changed from vessel to vessel, from state to state, for the good of Others.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If his afflictions may do good to the Church, he is content that God should withdraw his blessings from him, and humble him with crosses.
If his afflictions may do good to the Church, he is content that God should withdraw his blessings from him, and humble him with Crosses.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If his example may be good to others, he is likewise joyfull, when God gives him rest,
If his Exampl may be good to Others, he is likewise joyful, when God gives him rest,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and causeth an inward comfort, he knows that this is good for others: he hath learned in his first entrance into Christianity, self-denyall, not to live to himself,
and Causes an inward Comfort, he knows that this is good for Others: he hath learned in his First Entrance into Christianity, self-denial, not to live to himself,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but for the glory of God, and the good of others, as much as he may.
but for the glory of God, and the good of Others, as much as he may.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We should labour therefore to content our selves in all conditions, knowing that all is for the best, not only to our selves,
We should labour Therefore to content our selves in all conditions, knowing that all is for the best, not only to our selves,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Gods glory, but for the good of others.
and God's glory, but for the good of Others.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God when he takes things from us, and afflicts us, and when he comforts us, he intends the comfort of others.
God when he Takes things from us, and afflicts us, and when he comforts us, he intends the Comfort of Others.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So we should reason when we indure any thing, and when we are comforted, certainly God intends the good of others by this:
So we should reason when we endure any thing, and when we Are comforted, Certainly God intends the good of Others by this:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore I will have a speciall care in suffering, to carrie it decently, and exemplarily, knowing that the eyes of many are upon me.
Therefore I will have a special care in suffering, to carry it decently, and exemplarily, knowing that the eyes of many Are upon me.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I wil carry my self so that God may have glory, and others may have edification and comfort, knowing that I am but Gods Steward, to convey this to others, that are of the same body with my self.
I will carry my self so that God may have glory, and Others may have edification and Comfort, knowing that I am but God's Steward, to convey this to Others, that Are of the same body with my self.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore in our communion we have with others, upon any good occasion; we ought to express the blessed experience of the comfort of God upon us:
Therefore in our communion we have with Others, upon any good occasion; we ought to express the blessed experience of the Comfort of God upon us:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This is the practise of holy men in their meeting with others, to shew them the comforts of God to their soules.
This is the practice of holy men in their meeting with Others, to show them the comforts of God to their Souls.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Come, I will shew you what God hath done for my soule, saith the Psalmist.Come, I will show you what God hath done for my soul, Says the Psalmist.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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All are the better for a good man, he doth good to all, and therefore Solomon saith, When a righteous man is advanced, the Citie rejoyceth:
All Are the better for a good man, he does good to all, and Therefore Solomon Says, When a righteous man is advanced, the city Rejoiceth:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They have cause, for he hath a publique mind;
They have cause, for he hath a public mind;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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nothing doth more characterise, and is a better stamp of a true Christian, then a publique mind.
nothing does more characterise, and is a better stamp of a true Christian, then a public mind.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A carnall man out of self love, may grieve at his own sins, and may labour to comfort himself,
A carnal man out of self love, may grieve At his own Sins, and may labour to Comfort himself,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but a Christian thinks others shall take good by me. It is the mind of Christ;
but a Christian thinks Others shall take good by me. It is the mind of christ;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and it is the mind of all the Members of Christ, when a man thinks he hath nothing,
and it is the mind of all the Members of christ, when a man thinks he hath nothing,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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except he have it to improve for the good of others. A dead, sullen, reserved spirit, is not a Christians spirit:
except he have it to improve for the good of Others. A dead, sullen, reserved Spirit, is not a Christians Spirit:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if by nature we have such, we must labour to help it with grace: for grace is a diffusive communicating thing (not onely in the Ministers of God, but) in every Christian;
if by nature we have such, we must labour to help it with grace: for grace is a diffusive communicating thing (not only in the Ministers of God, but) in every Christian;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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grace will teach them to make savourie their conversation to others, this way, that whatsoever they are,
grace will teach them to make savoury their Conversation to Others, this Way, that whatsoever they Are,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or whatsoever they can do, or whatsoever they suffer, they study to improve all to the good of others.
or whatsoever they can do, or whatsoever they suffer, they study to improve all to the good of Others.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And marke the extent of the loving wisedom and providence of God, how many things he doth at once:
And mark the extent of the loving Wisdom and providence of God, how many things he does At once:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for in the same affliction oft times, he corrects some in his Children, in the same affliction he tries some grace, in the same affliction he witnesseth to his truth in them, in the same affliction he doth good to others, besides the good he doth to them.
for in the same affliction oft times, he corrects Some in his Children, in the same affliction he tries Some grace, in the same affliction he Witnesseth to his truth in them, in the same affliction he does good to Others, beside the good he does to them.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In the same affliction that others inflict, he hastneth the ruine of them that offer it;
In the same affliction that Others inflict, he hasteneth the ruin of them that offer it;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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at one time, and in one action, he hastneth the destruction of the one, by hastning the good of the other;
At one time, and in one actium, he hasteneth the destruction of the one, by hastening the good of the other;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he ripens grace in his Children, making them exemplary to others, and all in the same Action,
he ripens grace in his Children, making them exemplary to Others, and all in the same Actium,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so large is the wise providence of God.
so large is the wise providence of God.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It should teach us likewise to follow that providence, and to see how many wayes any thing we suffer any kind of way may extend, that if one way will not comfort, another may.
It should teach us likewise to follow that providence, and to see how many ways any thing we suffer any kind of Way may extend, that if one Way will not Comfort, Another may.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When we suffer, and are grieved, let us consider withall that he that doth the wrong, he hastens his ruine and judgment:
When we suffer, and Are grieved, let us Consider withal that he that does the wrong, he hastens his ruin and judgement:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As Pharaoh when he hastned the overthrow of the children of Israel, he hastned his overthrow in the red Sea:
As Pharaoh when he hastened the overthrow of the children of Israel, he hastened his overthrow in the read Sea:
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so a pit is digged for the wicked, when they digg a pit for the godly.
so a pit is dug for the wicked, when they dig a pit for the godly.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And consider, (to comfort thy self) thou hast some sinne in thee, and God intends not onely to witnesse his truth,
And Consider, (to Comfort thy self) thou hast Some sin in thee, and God intends not only to witness his truth,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but to correct some sinne in thee, and thou must look to that; thou hast some grace in thee, and he intends the tryall of that.
but to correct Some sin in thee, and thou must look to that; thou hast Some grace in thee, and he intends the trial of that.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Look to these things, this shews strong heavenly mindedness, when there is self-denyall. Let us consider what God cals us to;
Look to these things, this shows strong heavenly Mindedness, when there is self-denial. Let us Consider what God calls us to;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
595
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for God looks to many things in the same act;
for God looks to many things in the same act;
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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wherefore doth God give us reason and discourse, but to be able to follow him in his dealing,
Wherefore does God give us reason and discourse, but to be able to follow him in his dealing,
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as farre as we can reach to? But I go on to the next verse.
as Far as we can reach to? But I go on to the next verse.
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(8) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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VERS. VII.
VERS. VII.
fw-la. np1.
(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And our hope of you is stedfast, knowing that as you are partakers of the suffering,
And our hope of you is steadfast, knowing that as you Are partakers of the suffering,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so you shall be also of the consolation. THis verse is nothing but a strengthning of what he said before;
so you shall be also of the consolation. THis verse is nothing but a strengthening of what he said before;
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he had told them that whatsoever he suffered, it was for their comfort too;
he had told them that whatsoever he suffered, it was for their Comfort too;
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and now he repeats it again, and sets a seal upon it, Our hope of you is stedfast, knowing that as you are partakers of the sufferings,
and now he repeats it again, and sets a seal upon it, Our hope of you is steadfast, knowing that as you Are partakers of the sufferings,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so you shall also be of the consolation. so you shall also be of the consolation.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is that which sweetens the cross, that we are under hope of better still.
It is that which sweetens the cross, that we Are under hope of better still.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In these words he shews that they shall share in the good with him, as well as in the ill;
In these words he shows that they shall share in the good with him, as well as in the ill;
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that the Spirit of God in them, should help them to take all the good they could, both by his sufferings, and by his comfort.
that the Spirit of God in them, should help them to take all the good they could, both by his sufferings, and by his Comfort.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For as he by the help of the spirit of God intended the publique good, intended their good and comfort in all,
For as he by the help of the Spirit of God intended the public good, intended their good and Comfort in all,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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whether he were afflicted or comforted; so he saith here, he was assured that as they were partakers of his sufferings,
whither he were afflicted or comforted; so he Says Here, he was assured that as they were partakers of his sufferings,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so they should be of his comforts likewise. Here is the truth: And the seal of the truth.
so they should be of his comforts likewise. Here is the truth: And the seal of the truth.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The truth, That they were partakers of his sufferings, and should be partakers of his consolations.
The truth, That they were partakers of his sufferings, and should be partakers of his consolations.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And the Seal is in the manner of affirming these truths, Our hope of you is stedfast.
And the Seal is in the manner of affirming these truths, Our hope of you is steadfast.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And in this order I will speak of them. First, Gods Children are partakers of the sufferings of others.
And in this order I will speak of them. First, God's Children Are partakers of the sufferings of Others.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Corinthians were partakers of the sufferings of S. Paul. Gods Children are partakers of the sufferings of others many wayes. The Corinthians were partakers of the sufferings of S. Paul. God's Children Are partakers of the sufferings of Others many ways.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First by way of sympathy, taking to heart the estate of the Church, and Children of God abroad.
First by Way of Sympathy, taking to heart the estate of the Church, and Children of God abroad.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It grieved the Corinthians to hear that S. Paul was afflicted:
It grieved the Corinthians to hear that S. Paul was afflicted:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for even as it is in the natural body, so likewise in the mystical body, there is a sympathy between the members.
for even as it is in the natural body, so likewise in the mystical body, there is a Sympathy between the members.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Likewise they partake of the sufferings of others by way of proportion: they suffered in their kind and proportion as he suffered;
Likewise they partake of the sufferings of Others by Way of proportion: they suffered in their kind and proportion as he suffered;
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though perhaps not in the same very individual kind.
though perhaps not in the same very Individu kind.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is a portion of suffering in the Church, some suffer one way, and others another:
There is a portion of suffering in the Church, Some suffer one Way, and Others Another:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but all partake of sufferings in some degree or other.
but all partake of sufferings in Some degree or other.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then again, they did partake of St Pauls sufferings, in preparation and disposition of mind, howsoever now they did not suffer as much as he,
Then again, they did partake of Saint Paul's sufferings, in preparation and disposition of mind, howsoever now they did not suffer as much as he,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet (saith he) I know as farre as the spirit of God is in you, you are prepared to suffer,
yet (Says he) I know as Far as the Spirit of God is in you, you Are prepared to suffer,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
605
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and what we are prepared to doc, that we do.
and what we Are prepared to doc, that we do.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ saith we sell all for the Gospel, when upon serious examination of our hearts, we find we can part with it:
christ Says we fell all for the Gospel, when upon serious examination of our hearts, we find we can part with it:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when we set our selves to examination;
when we Set our selves to examination;
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what cannot I part with for Christ? can I part with my goods? Can I part with my life? if we can once come to resolution it is done,
what cannot I part with for christ? can I part with my goods? Can I part with my life? if we can once come to resolution it is done,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as Abraham is said to sacrifiee his Son, because he resolved to do it; and David is said to build the Temple, because he intended to do it.
as Abraham is said to sacrifiee his Son, Because he resolved to do it; and David is said to built the Temple, Because he intended to do it.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God looks upon us in our resolutions and preparations; what we resolve to do, that is done:
God looks upon us in our resolutions and preparations; what we resolve to do, that is done:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So (saith he) you are partakers of my sufferings, not onely by sympathy,
So (Says he) you Are partakers of my sufferings, not only by Sympathy,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and in proportion of sufferings, but you are prepared (he speaks charitably and lovingly) to suffer whatsoever I suffer if God call you to it.
and in proportion of sufferings, but you Are prepared (he speaks charitably and lovingly) to suffer whatsoever I suffer if God call you to it.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And the ground of Christians partaking of the sufferings one of another it is the communion that is between Christians;
And the ground of Christians partaking of the sufferings one of Another it is the communion that is between Christians;
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they are all Members of one body:
they Are all Members of one body:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if the hand suffer, the head suffers, the head thinks it self wronged when the hand,
if the hand suffer, the head suffers, the head thinks it self wronged when the hand,
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or the foot is wronged, by reason of the sympathy between the Members (as I said) and so it is in the mysticall body of Christ.
or the foot is wronged, by reason of the Sympathy between the Members (as I said) and so it is in the mystical body of christ.
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There are these three unions which depend one upon another.
There Are these three unions which depend one upon Another.
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The union of Christ with our nature, which is inseparable, it is an eternali union, he never laies that blessed mass of our flesh aside which he took, which is the ground of all our comfort: The Union of christ with our nature, which is inseparable, it is an eternali Union, he never lays that blessed mass of our Flesh aside which he took, which is the ground of all our Comfort:
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for God is now at one with us, because God hath taken our nature on him,
for God is now At one with us, Because God hath taken our nature on him,
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and satisfied the wrath of God his Father.
and satisfied the wrath of God his Father.
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Next the union of Christ with our nature, is the union of Christ mysticall, Christ and his Members when they suffer, Christ suffers, their sufferings are the sufferings of Christ.
Next the Union of christ with our nature, is the Union of christ mystical, christ and his Members when they suffer, christ suffers, their sufferings Are the sufferings of christ.
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The third is the union of one Member with another, that what one Member suffers, another doth suffer:
The third is the Union of one Member with Another, that what one Member suffers, Another does suffer:
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therefore the Corinthians were partakers of Christ, because their sufferings were the sufferings of Christ, and they were partakers of St. Pauls sufferings, because his sufferings were their sufferings.
Therefore the Corinthians were partakers of christ, Because their sufferings were the sufferings of christ, and they were partakers of Saint Paul's sufferings, Because his sufferings were their sufferings.
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They were partakers of Christs sufferings, because of the communion between the head and the Members,
They were partakers of Christ sufferings, Because of the communion between the head and the Members,
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and they were partakers of St Pauls sufferings, because of the communion of one Member with another.
and they were partakers of Saint Paul's sufferings, Because of the communion of one Member with Another.
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And surely there is not a heart that was ever touched with the Spirit of God,
And surely there is not a heart that was ever touched with the Spirit of God,
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but when he heares of any calamity of the Church, whether it be in the Palatinate, in France, in the low Countries, or in any Country in the world,
but when he hears of any calamity of the Church, whither it be in the Palatinate, in France, in the low Countries, or in any Country in the world,
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if he heare that the Church hath a blow, it strikes to the heart of any man that hath the spirit of God in them, by a sympatheticall suffering.
if he hear that the Church hath a blow, it strikes to the heart of any man that hath the Spirit of God in them, by a sympathetical suffering.
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It is one good signe to know whether a man be of the mysticall body or no, to take to heart the grievance of the Church.
It is one good Signen to know whither a man be of the mystical body or no, to take to heart the grievance of the Church.
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As good Nehemiah did, he would not take comfort in the pleasures of a Court, in the King of Babylons Court,
As good Nehemiah did, he would not take Comfort in the pleasures of a Court, in the King of Babylons Court,
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when it went not well with his Country, when the Church was in distress, he took their grievance to heart:
when it went not well with his Country, when the Church was in distress, he took their grievance to heart:
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So Moses, the very joyes of Pharaoh's Court could not please him, when he considered the abasement of his Country-men, he joyned with them,
So Moses, the very Joys of Pharaoh's Court could not please him, when he considered the abasement of his Countrymen, he joined with them,
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and it is called the rebuke of Christ. So it is with all the people of God, there is a communication of suffeings.
and it is called the rebuke of christ. So it is with all the people of God, there is a communication of suffeings.
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As you are partakers of the sufferings, so you shall be also of the consolation. Wherein two things are observable.As you Are partakers of the sufferings, so you shall be also of the consolation. Wherein two things Are observable.
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First, That a necessary precedent condition of comfort is sufferings.
First, That a necessary precedent condition of Comfort is sufferings.
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And then the consequent of this, that those that suffer as they should are sure of comfort.
And then the consequent of this, that those that suffer as they should Are sure of Comfort.
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These two things unfold the meaning of the spirit of God here.
These two things unfold the meaning of the Spirit of God Here.
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Before there be comfort, there must be suffering, for God hath established this order, even as in nature, there must be a night before the day,
Before there be Comfort, there must be suffering, for God hath established this order, even as in nature, there must be a night before the day,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and a Winter before a Summer:
and a Winter before a Summer:
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so in the Kingdom of Christ, in his ruling of the Church, there is this divine policie, there must be suffering before comfort.
so in the Kingdom of christ, in his ruling of the Church, there is this divine policy, there must be suffering before Comfort.
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God will sooner break the league and the Covenant between day and night, then this league of suffering and comfort, the one must be before the other;
God will sooner break the league and the Covenant between day and night, then this league of suffering and Comfort, the one must be before the other;
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it was so in our head Christ, he suffered, and then entred into his glory:
it was so in our head christ, he suffered, and then entered into his glory:
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so all his Members must be comfortable to him in suffering, and then enter into their glory.
so all his Members must be comfortable to him in suffering, and then enter into their glory.
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The reasons of this are diverse.
The Reasons of this Are diverse.
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First of all, this method and order is, first suffering, and then comfort, because God finds us in a corrupt estate,,
First of all, this method and order is, First suffering, and then Comfort, Because God finds us in a corrupt estate,,
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and something must be wrought out of us, before we can be vessels to receive comfort;
and something must be wrought out of us, before we can be vessels to receive Comfort;
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therefore there must be a purgation one way or other, either by repentance, or if not by repentance, by affliction, to help repentance:
Therefore there must be a purgation one Way or other, either by Repentance, or if not by Repentance, by affliction, to help Repentance:
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there must be suffering before comfort. The soule is unfit for comfort. Secondly, This order commends and sweetens comfort to us;
there must be suffering before Comfort. The soul is unfit for Comfort. Secondly, This order commends and sweetens Comfort to us;
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for fire is sweet after cold, and meate is sweet after hunger, so comfort is sweet after suffering:
for fire is sweet After cold, and meat is sweet After hunger, so Comfort is sweet After suffering:
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God fits us to comfort by this, by purging out what is contrarie to comfort. And he indeares comfort by this;
God fits us to Comfort by this, by purging out what is contrary to Comfort. And he endears Comfort by this;
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those that have felt the cross, comfort is comfort indeed to them:
those that have felt the cross, Comfort is Comfort indeed to them:
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heaven is heaven indeed to him that hath had a hell in his conscience upon earth, that hath been afflicted in conscience,
heaven is heaven indeed to him that hath had a hell in his conscience upon earth, that hath been afflicted in conscience,
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or outwardly persecuted, it set a price and value upon comfort. Partly likewise to sharpen our desire of comfort;
or outwardly persecuted, it Set a price and valve upon Comfort. Partly likewise to sharpen our desire of Comfort;
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for suffering breeds sence, and sence that stirs up desire, and desire is eager;
for suffering breeds sense, and sense that stirs up desire, and desire is eager;
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now suffering, it makes comforts pretious, and sets us in a wondrous strong desire after them.
now suffering, it makes comforts precious, and sets us in a wondrous strong desire After them.
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And by this meanes likewise God comes to his own end, which is that our comforts may be eternall,
And by this means likewise God comes to his own end, which is that our comforts may be Eternal,
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therefore we have that which is ill in the first place.
Therefore we have that which is ill in the First place.
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Woe to us if it should be said to us as to Dives in the Gospel, Son, son, thou hadst thy good here,
Woe to us if it should be said to us as to Dives in the Gospel, Son, son, thou Hadst thy good Here,
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and now thou must have thy ill: and now thou must have thy ill:
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God intends not to deale so with his Children, but they tast the worst wine first, and better afterward;
God intends not to deal so with his Children, but they taste the worst wine First, and better afterwards;
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because he intends eternall happiness to them, he observes this method, first ill, and then good, the best at last.
Because he intends Eternal happiness to them, he observes this method, First ill, and then good, the best At last.
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If this be so, then why should we be offended at Gods order? why should we not take it, not onely gently and meekly,
If this be so, then why should we be offended At God's order? why should we not take it, not only gently and meekly,
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but joyfully, the afflictions that God sends to prepare, and fit us for happiness, to sharpen our desire to happiness, to make it pretious to us? Certainly it is a ground not onely of patience and meekness,
but joyfully, the afflictions that God sends to prepare, and fit us for happiness, to sharpen our desire to happiness, to make it precious to us? Certainly it is a ground not only of patience and meekness,
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but of joy and comfort in all the things we suffer.
but of joy and Comfort in all the things we suffer.
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Will a Patient be angrie with his Chyrurgion for searching of his wound? he knows that that is the way to cure him? Will any man take offence at the Gold-Smith for purging his mass? they know that is the way to purifie it, and fetch out the dross.
Will a Patient be angry with his Chirurgeon for searching of his wound? he knows that that is the Way to cure him? Will any man take offence At the Gold-Smith for purging his mass? they know that is the Way to purify it, and fetch out the dross.
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This is the method in nature, the ground muft be plowed and prepared, and then comes the harvest:
This is the method in nature, the ground muft be plowed and prepared, and then comes the harvest:
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let us be content with this method, and rejoyce in any suffering, knowing it will have a blessed issue:
let us be content with this method, and rejoice in any suffering, knowing it will have a blessed issue:
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and not to think much at suffering any thing for a good cause in our selves,
and not to think much At suffering any thing for a good cause in our selves,
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or by way of sympathy, or support with others, because this is the high way to a better estate,:
or by Way of Sympathy, or support with Others, Because this is the high Way to a better estate,:
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if we suffer with the Church, or for the Church any kinde of way, we shall be comforted with the Church.
if we suffer with the Church, or for the Church any kind of Way, we shall be comforted with the Church.
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Who would not indure a little grievance in the way to have honour in the end? to have ill usage in an Inne,
Who would not endure a little grievance in the Way to have honour in the end? to have ill usage in an Inn,
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and to go to a Kingdom? All our discomforts and afflictions are but by the way here,
and to go to a Kingdom? All our discomforts and afflictions Are but by the Way Here,
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and crosses are necessary for Travellers, and here we are but in a travelling estate.
and Crosses Are necessary for Travellers, and Here we Are but in a traveling estate.
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It should I say incourage us not to take offence at any thing, that God exerciseth us with in this world,
It should I say encourage us not to take offence At any thing, that God Exerciseth us with in this world,
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nor to take scandal at the afflictions of the Church.
nor to take scandal At the afflictions of the Church.
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And then it should strike terrour to those that will not indure so much as a scratch, a scoff, a word, a chip of the cross, that will indure nothing:
And then it should strike terror to those that will not endure so much as a scratch, a scoff, a word, a chip of the cross, that will endure nothing:
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doe they know that this is Gods order? do they avoid crosses in any degree, do they know that this is God's order? do they avoid Crosses in any degree,
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and do they think to have comfort? No, God will not change his order for them;
and do they think to have Comfort? No, God will not change his order for them;
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he hath established this order, and heaven and earth shall faile, rather then Gods order shall not be sure.
he hath established this order, and heaven and earth shall fail, rather then God's order shall not be sure.
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If we will have comfort, we must suffer;
If we will have Comfort, we must suffer;
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if we will avoid suffering, and think to go to heaven another way then God hath ordained, we may take our own way,
if we will avoid suffering, and think to go to heaven Another Way then God hath ordained, we may take our own Way,
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but we must give him leave to take his way in comforting & advancing whom hewil,
but we must give him leave to take his Way in comforting & advancing whom hewil,
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and that will not be us, because we wil not frame our selvs to his order, we must not look for hisdignitie, if we wil not suffer with him, we shal not reign with him.
and that will not be us, Because we will not frame our selves to his order, we must not look for hisdignitie, if we will not suffer with him, we shall not Reign with him.
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The next thing observable in the order is this, that Those that suffer as they should are sure of comfort.
The next thing observable in the order is this, that Those that suffer as they should Are sure of Comfort.
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There is a threefold conformity with Christ, in suffering. grace. glory. There is a threefold conformity with christ, in suffering. grace. glory.
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Those that are not conformable to him in suffering, they cannot be conformable to him in grace,
Those that Are not conformable to him in suffering, they cannot be conformable to him in grace,
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and if they be not in grace, they shall not in glory.
and if they be not in grace, they shall not in glory.
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He took upon him our nature abased first, and our nature purified, and our nature glorious he hath now in heaven:
He took upon him our nature abased First, and our nature purified, and our nature glorious he hath now in heaven:
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so our nature in us must keep this order.
so our nature in us must keep this order.
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First, it must be abased as our flesh was in him, and then filled with grace, by little and little,
First, it must be abased as our Flesh was in him, and then filled with grace, by little and little,
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and then glorious, as our nature is in him.
and then glorious, as our nature is in him.
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If we will not suffer our flesh to be abased, and exercised with afflictions, and let God worke his own good work as he pleaseth this way, we are not conformable to Christ, who was first abased, and then advanced:
If we will not suffer our Flesh to be abased, and exercised with afflictions, and let God work his own good work as he Pleases this Way, we Are not conformable to christ, who was First abased, and then advanced:
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what was wrought in his blessed flesh, must be wrought in his mysticall body, in all his Members by little and little.
what was wrought in his blessed Flesh, must be wrought in his mystical body, in all his Members by little and little.
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Therefore those that are tender, and way-ward to indure any thing, when God cals them to it, they are enemies to their own comfort:
Therefore those that Are tender, and wayward to endure any thing, when God calls them to it, they Are enemies to their own Comfort:
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God hath set down this order, if they do not partake of the sufferings of the Church, they shall not partake of the comfort.
God hath Set down this order, if they do not partake of the sufferings of the Church, they shall not partake of the Comfort.
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Oh it is a cursed estate to be out of the condition of Gods people, and it is a comfortable thing, to have part with those that are good, yea,
O it is a cursed estate to be out of the condition of God's people, and it is a comfortable thing, to have part with those that Are good, yea,
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even if it be in suffering with them.
even if it be in suffering with them.
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It is better to have communion with Gods people in suffering, then to have communion with the wicked in the world, in reigning and triumphing.
It is better to have communion with God's people in suffering, then to have communion with the wicked in the world, in reigning and triumphing.
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And that is the reason that the spirit of God in the Prophet made him desire, Deale with me Lord, as thou usest to deale with those that feare thy name, he knew he deals well enough with them, visit me with the salvation of thy children, he knew that was a speciall salvation:
And that is the reason that the Spirit of God in the Prophet made him desire, Deal with me Lord, as thou usest to deal with those that Fear thy name, he knew he deals well enough with them, visit me with the salvation of thy children, he knew that was a special salvation:
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so to have God deal with us, as he deals with his, and to visit us in mercy and love,
so to have God deal with us, as he deals with his, and to visit us in mercy and love,
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as he visits his own, it is a speciall favour.
as he visits his own, it is a special favour.
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It is better to beare the crosse with them, that we may partake with them in the comfort,
It is better to bear the cross with them, that we may partake with them in the Comfort,
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then to have all the comforts that the wicked have, and to share with them in the misery afterward.
then to have all the comforts that the wicked have, and to share with them in the misery afterwards.
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Therefore let us be content to share with Gods people in their suffering;
Therefore let us be content to share with God's people in their suffering;
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when we heare of any that suffer for a just cause, though we have no sufferings of our own, let us beare a part with them,
when we hear of any that suffer for a just cause, though we have no sufferings of our own, let us bear a part with them,
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and with the bond of the communion of Saints help what we may.
and with the bound of the communion of Saints help what we may.
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And it is as true on the contrary, if we partake with the wicked in their sins, we shall partake with them in their punishment.
And it is as true on the contrary, if we partake with the wicked in their Sins, we shall partake with them in their punishment.
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Therefore the Scripture saith, Come out of Babylon my people, lest if you partake of her sins,
Therefore the Scripture Says, Come out of Babylon my people, lest if you partake of her Sins,
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so you partake of her punishments. so you partake of her punishments.
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Now Atheisticall people think it nothing to enter into league and amity, and society with prophane people, that are professedly so, not onely by weakness,
Now Atheistical people think it nothing to enter into league and amity, and society with profane people, that Are professedly so, not only by weakness,
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but those that are stigmatized, but what saith the Scripture? (and the Holy Ghost doth not trifle with us) Come out of Babylon my people,
but those that Are stigmatized, but what Says the Scripture? (and the Holy Ghost does not trifle with us) Come out of Babylon my people,
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lest you partake of her plagues: lest you partake of her plagues:
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which is not meant so much locally to come out of the place, as in disposition to come out in respect of liking,
which is not meant so much locally to come out of the place, as in disposition to come out in respect of liking,
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and converse, and secret intimate communion.
and converse, and secret intimate communion.
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Lots sons in law, they thought it was but trifling, they gibed as Atheists do now,Lots Sons in law, they Thought it was but trifling, they gibed as Atheists do now,
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when they hear the Ministers incourage people to make much of religion, and to set against those that are opposite, they think they are inforced to it,
when they hear the Ministers encourage people to make much of Religion, and to Set against those that Are opposite, they think they Are enforced to it,
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and it is upon mistake, &c. though it be as palpable as the light of the sun:
and it is upon mistake, etc. though it be as palpable as the Light of the sun:
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they deal as Lots sons in law, when he warned them to come out of Sodome, and he was pulled out;
they deal as Lots Sons in law, when he warned them to come out of Sodom, and he was pulled out;
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they would believe nothing till fire came down from Heaven, and destroyed them all, it was too late then.
they would believe nothing till fire Come down from Heaven, and destroyed them all, it was too late then.
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Therefore let us hearken to the counsell of the Angell, let us not make this a matter of scorne, a light matter,
Therefore let us harken to the counsel of the Angel, let us not make this a matter of scorn, a Light matter,
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but as we desire to have no part in their confusion, so avoid their courses.
but as we desire to have no part in their confusion, so avoid their courses.
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The Scripture is terrible to those that after the breaking out of the light will be such;
The Scripture is terrible to those that After the breaking out of the Light will be such;
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there is not more direct Scriptures against any kind of men, then those that willfully cleave to Antichrist:
there is not more Direct Scriptures against any kind of men, then those that wilfully cleave to Antichrist:
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therefore we should not esteem it a light matter, but think of it seriously indeed. And not onely in respect of them, but all wicked society:
Therefore we should not esteem it a Light matter, but think of it seriously indeed. And not only in respect of them, but all wicked society:
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were it not pitie that men should be severed from them hereafter, whose company they will not be severed from now? If thou see an Adulterer, a Blasphemer, a wicked licentious Atheisticall person,
were it not pity that men should be severed from them hereafter, whose company they will not be severed from now? If thou see an Adulterer, a Blasphemer, a wicked licentious Atheistical person,
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and thou runnest into the same excesse of riot with him, thou wilt not be drawn by any perswasions ministeriall or friendly,
and thou runnest into the same excess of riot with him, thou wilt not be drawn by any persuasions ministerial or friendly,
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or by thine own light (which knows his course to be naught) to retire from his society, dost thou not think to share with him afterwa• … d in his judgment? As you are all Tares,
or by thine own Light (which knows his course to be nought) to retire from his society, dost thou not think to share with him afterwa• … worser in his judgement? As you Are all Tares,
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so you shall be bound in a bundle, and cast into Hell together. As the wheat shall be gathered into Heaven:
so you shall be bound in a bundle, and cast into Hell together. As the wheat shall be gathered into Heaven:
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so the tares, a cursed company, that will cleave together though they be damned for it,
so the tares, a cursed company, that will cleave together though they be damned for it,
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as they clave together as burrs and tares here, so they shall be cast into Hell together;
as they clave together as burrs and tares Here, so they shall be cast into Hell together;
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that is the end of dissolute unruly creatures, that nothing will sever them from those, who in their own consciences they know rheir courses to be naught.
that is the end of dissolute unruly creatures, that nothing will sever them from those, who in their own Consciences they know rheir courses to be nought.
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Our hope of you is steadfast.
Our hope of you is steadfast.
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There is a double certainty, a certainty of the truth of the thing, and a certainty of the estate of the person.
There is a double certainty, a certainty of the truth of the thing, and a certainty of the estate of the person.
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The certainty of the truth is this, Those that suffer with Christ & his Church, shall be glorified with Christ and his Church:
The certainty of the truth is this, Those that suffer with christ & his Church, shall be glorified with christ and his Church:
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the certainty of the truth is more certain then Heaven and Earth.
the certainty of the truth is more certain then Heaven and Earth.
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Now besides the certainty of the truth, or thing, there is interposed a certainty of the persons, that as they were interessed in the sufferings;
Now beside the certainty of the truth, or thing, there is interposed a certainty of the Persons, that as they were interested in the sufferings;
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so they should be in the comforts. And this is true as well as the former:
so they should be in the comforts. And this is true as well as the former:
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for Gods promises are not meer Idea's wanting truths, that have no performance in the persons:
for God's promises Are not mere Idea's wanting truths, that have no performance in the Persons:
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but if the thing be true, it is true in the person to whom the truth belongs. Suffering goes before Glorie:
but if the thing be true, it is true in the person to whom the truth belongs. Suffering Goes before Glory:
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therefore if we suffer we shall be glorified.
Therefore if we suffer we shall be glorified.
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But this is the condition, if they suffer with Christ, then St. Paul takes it for certain that they shall be glorified with Christ.
But this is the condition, if they suffer with christ, then Saint Paul Takes it for certain that they shall be glorified with christ.
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There is not the same certainty of the persons as of the truth it self:
There is not the same certainty of the Persons as of the truth it self:
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the truth is certain by a certainty of faith, but the certainty of the persons is the certainty of a charitable perswasion:
the truth is certain by a certainty of faith, but the certainty of the Persons is the certainty of a charitable persuasion:
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I am perswaded that you will suffer with me in sympathie, and therefore I am perswaded in the certainty of charity that you shall of a certain have the comfort.
I am persuaded that you will suffer with me in Sympathy, and Therefore I am persuaded in the certainty of charity that you shall of a certain have the Comfort.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Our hope of you is steadfast.
Our hope of you is steadfast.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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St. Paul, you see, hath a good conceit of them, that he might incourage them to sympathize and take to heart his crosses,
Saint Paul, you see, hath a good conceit of them, that he might encourage them to sympathise and take to heart his Crosses,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to take good by them. A good hope of others hath a double efficacy. It hath one efficacy in the partie that hath the good hope of another.
and to take good by them. A good hope of Others hath a double efficacy. It hath one efficacy in the party that hath the good hope of Another.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It stirs him up to be diligent to take all courses that may be for the good of another.
It stirs him up to be diligent to take all courses that may be for the good of Another.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As the speech is, Hope stirs up to work, it stirs up endeavour: so it doth in the husband-man, and in every kind of trade: hope quickens endeavour.
As the speech is, Hope stirs up to work, it stirs up endeavour: so it does in the husbandman, and in every kind of trade: hope quickens endeavour.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man will never sowe upon the sands, he loseth his cost: a man will never bestow his pains upon those that he thinks are desperate.
A man will never sow upon the sands, he loses his cost: a man will never bestow his pains upon those that he thinks Are desperate.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And what is it that dulls and deads endeavour? I despair of ever doing such a man good:
And what is it that dulls and deads endeavour? I despair of ever doing such a man good:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when those despairing thoughts enter into the soul, there is a stop of all endeavour. And surely, Christians are much to blame that way:
when those despairing thoughts enter into the soul, there is a stop of all endeavour. And surely, Christians Are much to blame that Way:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when they might have ground, (if charity were in them) at least of hope of others:
when they might have ground, (if charity were in them) At least of hope of Others:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
632
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upon some hard, despairing conceits they cast off hope, and so neglect all endeavour of doing good to others.
upon Some hard, despairing conceits they cast off hope, and so neglect all endeavour of doing good to Others.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
632
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The Spirit of God is wittie in the hearts of his Children to observe all advantages of doing good:
The Spirit of God is witty in the hearts of his Children to observe all advantages of doing good:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore it is willing to entertain all offers of good in others: if they be but willing to hear reproof, if they be willing to hear comfort,
Therefore it is willing to entertain all offers of good in Others: if they be but willing to hear reproof, if they be willing to hear Comfort,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to hear good discourse, it will make a good construction of their errours (if it may be) except it be those that are maliciously obstinate, it will impute it to passion,
and to hear good discourse, it will make a good construction of their errors (if it may be) except it be those that Are maliciously obstinate, it will impute it to passion,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or to ill company, to one thing or other; as far as possible it will admit of a good construction:
or to ill company, to one thing or other; as Far as possible it will admit of a good construction:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
632
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love in Gods Children will admit of it, and love stirs up to hope, and hope stirs up to deal with them for their good.
love in God's Children will admit of it, and love stirs up to hope, and hope stirs up to deal with them for their good.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
632
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I know that charity is not sottish;
I know that charity is not sottish;
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
633
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but yet it is willing to think the best, where there is probability of good for the present,
but yet it is willing to think the best, where there is probability of good for the present,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
633
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or where there is a tractablenesse, where there is a willingnesse to entertain communion, where there is any propension, we must be of our blessed Saviours disposition, who will not quench the smoaking flax, nor break the bruised Reed:
or where there is a tractableness, where there is a willingness to entertain communion, where there is any propension, we must be of our blessed Saviors disposition, who will not quench the smoking flax, nor break the Bruised Reed:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
633
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we must draw all, and drive none away.
we must draw all, and drive none away.
pns12 vmb vvi d, cc vvb pix av.
(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
633
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This is one speciall fruit and effect that hope hath in the partie that doth hope toward another.
This is one special fruit and Effect that hope hath in the party that does hope towards Another.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
633
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Now as it is good for the Speaker to be well conceited:
Now as it is good for the Speaker to be well conceited:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
634
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so it is a good, preparative in the Hearer, it hath a winning power in the partie hoped of, it is a great attractive:
so it is a good, preparative in the Hearer, it hath a winning power in the party hoped of, it is a great Attractive:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
634
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for we willingly heare those that conceit good of us.
for we willingly hear those that conceit good of us.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
634
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St. Paul here works upon the naturall disposition in all, which is, that they love to be well thought of, and natural dispositions are strong.
Saint Paul Here works upon the natural disposition in all, which is, that they love to be well Thought of, and natural dispositions Are strong.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
634
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It is the natural disposition for every man to love where he is well thought of,
It is the natural disposition for every man to love where he is well Thought of,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
634
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and it is not sinful (unless it be in vain-glory) to desire to have good place in the esteem of others.
and it is not sinful (unless it be in vainglory) to desire to have good place in the esteem of Others.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
634
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And there a man will labour to carrie himself answerable to the good conceit had of him.
And there a man will labour to carry himself answerable to the good conceit had of him.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
634
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There is a conflict in the worst man, where he is well conceitd of, he labours to maintain it,
There is a conflict in the worst man, where he is well conceitd of, he labours to maintain it,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
635
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except it be those that are mightily inthralled, as some wretches are, to blasphemie, and to a cursed life that they care not;
except it be those that Are mightily enthralled, as Some wretches Are, to blasphemy, and to a cursed life that they care not;
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or thus long, it is no true apprehension: we cannot build a certain hope upon an uncertain ground.
or thus long, it is no true apprehension: we cannot built a certain hope upon an uncertain ground.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but else if they be well thought of, it will stirre them up to maintain it, he is a dissolute man, he is not a man so farre as he is careless of this, he is brutish, and sensless.
but Else if they be well Thought of, it will stir them up to maintain it, he is a dissolute man, he is not a man so Far as he is careless of this, he is brutish, and senseless.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
635
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St. Paul in saying, Our hope is stedfast concerning you.
Saint Paul in saying, Our hope is steadfast Concerning you.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He wins himself into their good opinion, and so by that meanes, he hoped to prevail with them for greater matters:
He wins himself into their good opinion, and so by that means, he hoped to prevail with them for greater matters:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
635
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So hope it stirs up men to do good; and it makes the other willing to receive good:
So hope it stirs up men to do good; and it makes the other willing to receive good:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for it makes them willing to content them that hope well of them.
for it makes them willing to content them that hope well of them.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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St. Paul was led with this heavenly wisdome, and that which made him so industrious, was hope of prevailing;
Saint Paul was led with this heavenly Wisdom, and that which made him so Industria, was hope of prevailing;
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that which made him prevaile with others, was the good conceit he had of them.
and that which made him prevail with Others, was the good conceit he had of them.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He would gather upon every one;
He would gather upon every one;
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when he saw Agrippa come on a little, Agrippa, believest thou the Scriptures? I know thou believest;
when he saw Agrippa come on a little, Agrippa, Believest thou the Scriptures? I know thou Believest;
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Almost thou perswadest me to be a Christian, saith he, and so he comes in a little.Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian, Says he, and so he comes in a little.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is good as much as may be to have hope of others. But what is his degree of hope? Our hope of you. Is stedfast.
It is good as much as may be to have hope of Others. But what is his degree of hope? Our hope of you. Is steadfast.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He had a stedfast hope, that if they were sufferers, they should be partakers of the comfort.
He had a steadfast hope, that if they were sufferers, they should be partakers of the Comfort.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Observation may be this, that Divine truthes are such as we may build a stedfast hope on the performance of them.
The Observation may be this, that Divine truths Are such as we may built a steadfast hope on the performance of them.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Divine truthes, divine comforts, they are of that nature, that though we doe not yet injoy them,
Divine truths, divine comforts, they Are of that nature, that though we do not yet enjoy them,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet we may build certainly upon them.
yet we may built Certainly upon them.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I hope stedfastly, that if you be partakers of the sufferings, you shall be partakers of the comforts.
I hope steadfastly, that if you be partakers of the sufferings, you shall be partakers of the comforts.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man cannot say so of any thing else but divine truths:
A man cannot say so of any thing Else but divine truths:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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a man cannot say of any other, or of himself, I hope stedfastly to be rich, I hope stedfastly to be great,
a man cannot say of any other, or of himself, I hope steadfastly to be rich, I hope steadfastly to be great,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or I hope stedfastly to live long: the nature of the thing is uncertaine:
or I hope steadfastly to live long: the nature of the thing is uncertain:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the state of the world is vanitie, and life it self, and all things here will not admit of a certain apprehension.
the state of the world is vanity, and life it self, and all things Here will not admit of a certain apprehension.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For the certaintie in a mans understanding, it follows the certaintie of the thing, or else there is no adequation:
For the certainty in a men understanding, it follows the certainty of the thing, or Else there is no adequation:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when there is an evenness in the apprehension to the thing, then it is true:
when there is an evenness in the apprehension to the thing, then it is true:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but if we apprehend any thing that is here, that either riches, or life, or favour will be thus,
but if we apprehend any thing that is Here, that either riches, or life, or favour will be thus,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But of divine truthes, we can say, if we see the one, undoubtedly the other will follow:
But of divine truths, we can say, if we see the one, undoubtedly the other will follow:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we see the signs of grace in any man, that he is strong to indure any disgrace for religion, any discomfort, then we may say.
if we see the Signs of grace in any man, that he is strong to endure any disgrace for Religion, any discomfort, then we may say.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Certainly, as you partake of the afflictions of Christ, and of the afflictions and sufferings of his people, his body mysticall:
Certainly, as you partake of the afflictions of christ, and of the afflictions and sufferings of his people, his body mystical:
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so undoubtedly you shall be partakers of the comfort of Gods people: heaven and earth shall faile, but this shall never faile.
so undoubtedly you shall be partakers of the Comfort of God's people: heaven and earth shall fail, but this shall never fail.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Is not this a comfort to a Christian, that when he is in the state of grace, he hath something that he may build on,
Is not this a Comfort to a Christian, that when he is in the state of grace, he hath something that he may built on,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when all things else faile? In all the changes and alterations of this life, he hath somewhat unalterable;
when all things Else fail? In all the changes and alterations of this life, he hath somewhat unalterable;
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the certainty of divine comforts, the certainty of his estate in grace, though he be in an afflicted estate,
the certainty of divine comforts, the certainty of his estate in grace, though he be in an afflicted estate,
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as verily as he is afflicted: so verily he shall be comforted: If we suffer with Christ, we shall be glorified with him.
as verily as he is afflicted: so verily he shall be comforted: If we suffer with christ, we shall be glorified with him.
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Upon what ground is this certainty built, that if we suffer we shall be glorified?
Upon what ground is this certainty built, that if we suffer we shall be glorified?
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is built upon our union with Christ, it is built upon the communion we have with the Church of God, we are all of one body,
It is built upon our Union with christ, it is built upon the communion we have with the Church of God, we Are all of one body,
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and it is built upon his own experience; as verily as I have been afflicted, and have comfort:
and it is built upon his own experience; as verily as I have been afflicted, and have Comfort:
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so shall you that suffer, be comforted: what I feele, you shall feele. Because in things necessary, there is the like reason from one to all:
so shall you that suffer, be comforted: what I feel, you shall feel. Because in things necessary, there is the like reason from one to all:
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if one be justified by faith, all are justified by faith; if one suffer and receive comfort, all that suffer shall receive comfort:
if one be justified by faith, all Are justified by faith; if one suffer and receive Comfort, all that suffer shall receive Comfort:
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Divine comforts are from one to all, from the head to the bodie, from the body to every member.
Divine comforts Are from one to all, from the head to the body, from the body to every member.
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If Christ suffered, I shall suffer, if I be of his body; if Christ was comforted, I shall be comforted.
If christ suffered, I shall suffer, if I be of his body; if christ was comforted, I shall be comforted.
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Divine truths they agree in the head, and the Members;
Divine truths they agree in the head, and the Members;
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if it be true in one, it is true in all St. Paul felt it in his own person,
if it be true in one, it is true in all Saint Paul felt it in his own person,
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and saith he, as I have felt afflictions. increase, and comforts increase:
and Says he, as I have felt afflictions. increase, and comforts increase:
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so shall it be with you, you shall be partakers of the comfort now, or hereafter.
so shall it be with you, you shall be partakers of the Comfort now, or hereafter.
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And it is built likewise upon Gods promise, which is surer then heaven and earth, If we suffer with him, we shall be glorified with him, as the Apostle saith, Rom. 8. All these are grounds to found this stedfast hope on.
And it is built likewise upon God's promise, which is Surer then heaven and earth, If we suffer with him, we shall be glorified with him, as the Apostle Says, Rom. 8. All these Are grounds to found this steadfast hope on.
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And then the nature of God, he is a just God, a holy God, and when we have taken the ill, we shall finde the sweet, as in 2 Thess. 1. It is just with God, to render to them that afflict you trouble, and to you comfort.
And then the nature of God, he is a just God, a holy God, and when we have taken the ill, we shall find the sweet, as in 2 Thess 1. It is just with God, to render to them that afflict you trouble, and to you Comfort.
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God hath pawned his justice upon it, and he will observe this order; where he begins in trouble, he will end in comfort;
God hath pawned his Justice upon it, and he will observe this order; where he begins in trouble, he will end in Comfort;
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it is just with God, and therefore I may be perswaded.
it is just with God, and Therefore I may be persuaded.
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It should be a special comfort to all that are in any sanctified cross, whether it be for a good cause or no.
It should be a special Comfort to all that Are in any sanctified cross, whither it be for a good cause or no.
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If a man find that he stands out for a good cause, then there is more matter of joy:
If a man find that he Stands out for a good cause, then there is more matter of joy:
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it is matter of triumph then:
it is matter of triumph then:
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but if they be crosses common to nature, if a man find them sanctified (as they are onely to Gods Children, they learn humility by them, they learn heavenly-mindednesse, they learn patience, they learn more carefulnesse by their afflictions,
but if they be Crosses Common to nature, if a man find them sanctified (as they Are only to God's Children, they Learn humility by them, they Learn Heavenly-mindedness, they Learn patience, they Learn more carefulness by their afflictions,
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if it be thus sanctified) then a man may say to such a one, As you partake of the sufferings,
if it be thus sanctified) then a man may say to such a one, As you partake of the sufferings,
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so you shall partake of the comfort, though you feel it not for the present.so you shall partake of the Comfort, though you feel it not for the present.
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Is it not a comfort, for a Patient to have his Physician come to him, whom he knowes to be wise,
Is it not a Comfort, for a Patient to have his physician come to him, whom he knows to be wise,
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and speaks by his book, to say to him, Be of good comfort, you shall never die of this disease;
and speaks by his book, to say to him, Be of good Comfort, you shall never die of this disease;
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this that I give you will do you good: there was never any that took this potion but they recovered:
this that I give you will do you good: there was never any that took this potion but they recovered:
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would not this revive the patient? Now when the Physicians of our soules shall come and tell a man, by discerning his state to be good, by discerning signes of grace in his abasement, Be of good comfort, there is good intended to you;
would not this revive the patient? Now when the Physicians of our Souls shall come and tell a man, by discerning his state to be good, by discerning Signs of grace in his abasement, Be of good Comfort, there is good intended to you;
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your sufferings shall end in comfort undoubtedly: we may well be perswaded of this, God will never vary his order.
your sufferings shall end in Comfort undoubtedly: we may well be persuaded of this, God will never vary his order.
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Therefore when we are in any trouble, & find God blessing it to us, to abate our pride, to sharpen our desire, to exercise our graces,
Therefore when we Are in any trouble, & find God blessing it to us, to abate our pride, to sharpen our desire, to exercise our graces,
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when we find it sanctified, let it comfort us, it shall turn to our further comfort.
when we find it sanctified, let it Comfort us, it shall turn to our further Comfort.
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We find a present good that is a pledge of a further good.
We find a present good that is a pledge of a further good.
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It will make a bitter potion to go down, when the Physitian saith, it will do you good:
It will make a bitter potion to go down, when the physician Says, it will do you good:
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how many distastfull things do poore Creatures endure and take down to cure this carcase? it were offensive to name what distastfull things they will take to do them good.
how many distasteful things do poor Creatures endure and take down to cure this carcase? it were offensive to name what distasteful things they will take to do them good.
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(9) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us take this cup from Gods hand, let us endure the Crosse patiently whatsoever it be.
Let us take this cup from God's hand, let us endure the Cross patiently whatsoever it be.
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It is a bitter cup, but it is out of a Fathers hand, it is out of a sweet hand.
It is a bitter cup, but it is out of a Father's hand, it is out of a sweet hand.
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There may be a miscarrying in other Physick, but Gods Physick shall certainly do us good;
There may be a miscarrying in other Physic, but God's Physic shall Certainly do us good;
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God hath said it, All things shall work for the best to those that love him, he hath said it before-hand, we may presume,
God hath said it, All things shall work for the best to those that love him, he hath said it beforehand, we may presume,
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and build our perswasion upon this issue, that all things shall worke for our good.
and built our persuasion upon this issue, that all things shall work for our good.
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What a comfort is this in all the entercourses, and changes of this life, when we know before that whatsoever we meet with, it hath a command from God to do us good, it is medicinable, (though it seem never so ill) to do us good, to work ill out of us, by the blessing of God, But to proceed.
What a Comfort is this in all the intercourses, and changes of this life, when we know before that whatsoever we meet with, it hath a command from God to do us good, it is medicinable, (though it seem never so ill) to do us good, to work ill out of us, by the blessing of God, But to proceed.
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VERS. 8, 9. For we would not, Brethren, have you ignorant of our trouble, which came to us in Asia, that we were pressed out of measure, above strength, insomuch that we despaired even of life.
VERS. 8, 9. For we would not, Brothers, have you ignorant of our trouble, which Come to us in Asia, that we were pressed out of measure, above strength, insomuch that we despaired even of life.
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But we had the sentence of death in our selves, that we should not trust in our selves,
But we had the sentence of death in our selves, that we should not trust in our selves,
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but in God which raiseth the dead. HEre Saint Paul comes to the particular explication of what he had generally spoken before:
but in God which Raiseth the dead. Here Saint Paul comes to the particular explication of what he had generally spoken before:
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he had generally said before, that he had both comfort and affliction; but now he specifies what afflictions they were.
he had generally said before, that he had both Comfort and affliction; but now he Specifies what afflictions they were.
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I would not have you ignorant of the troubles which came to us in Asia, &c. I would not have you ignorant of. I would not have you ignorant of the Troubles which Come to us in Asia, etc. I would not have you ignorant of.
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] He knew it was behofull for them to know: therefore to insinuate into their respect the more, he tells them of it.] He knew it was behofull for them to know: Therefore to insinuate into their respect the more, he tells them of it.
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Indeed, to know both together is very sweet and comfortable, to know both the afflictions of Gods people and their comforts,
Indeed, to know both together is very sweet and comfortable, to know both the afflictions of God's people and their comforts,
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as here, he tells them what ill he indured in Asia, and how God delivered him:
as Here, he tells them what ill he endured in Asia, and how God Delivered him:
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to see how these are linked together in Gods people, is very comfortable, therefore I would not have you ignorant.
to see how these Are linked together in God's people, is very comfortable, Therefore I would not have you ignorant.
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Now, that they might not be ignorant, he sets before their eyes the particular grievance that he suffered in Asia. And see how he doth raise himself by degrees,
Now, that they might not be ignorant, he sets before their eyes the particular grievance that he suffered in Asia. And see how he does raise himself by Degrees,
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and represent it to them most lively. First of all, saith he [ We were pressed out of measure.
and represent it to them most lively. First of all, Says he [ We were pressed out of measure.
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] There is one degree, we were pressed:] There is one degree, we were pressed:
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St. Paul was wondrous scrupulous at this, left they should take any offence at his sufferings:
Saint Paul was wondrous scrupulous At this, left they should take any offence At his sufferings:
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It is a metaphor, we were pressed, as a Cart is pressed under sheaves, as a man is pressed under a burden:
It is a metaphor, we were pressed, as a Cart is pressed under sheaves, as a man is pressed under a burden:
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as a Ship that is over-laden, is pressed deep down with too much burden: so it was with us, we were pressed with afflictions;
as a Ship that is overladen, is pressed deep down with too much burden: so it was with us, we were pressed with afflictions;
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afflictions are of a depressing nature, they draw down the soule, as comfort raiseth it up.
afflictions Are of a depressing nature, they draw down the soul, as Comfort Raiseth it up.
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[ Out of measure. ] There is the second degree, they were not onely pressed, but pressed out of measure. [ Out of measure. ] There is the second degree, they were not only pressed, but pressed out of measure.
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[ Above strength ] Above my strength, above ordinary strength.[ Above strength ] Above my strength, above ordinary strength.
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And he riseth higher still, the waters rise higher (insomuch that we despaired of life,) we despaired of any escaping out of trouble at the present encounter,
And he Riseth higher still, the waters rise higher (insomuch that we despaired of life,) we despaired of any escaping out of trouble At the present encounter,
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nay, we did not see how we should escape for the time to come.
nay, we did not see how we should escape for the time to come.
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Nay, it was so great (in the first place,) that we passed (the sentence of death upon our selves.) It is a speech taken from malefactors that are condemned:
Nay, it was so great (in the First place,) that we passed (the sentence of death upon our selves.) It is a speech taken from malefactors that Are condemned:
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for even as they having the sentence pronounced upon them, we account them dead men, they esteem themselves so,
for even as they having the sentence pronounced upon them, we account them dead men, they esteem themselves so,
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and so do others esteem them; the sentence being passed upon them:
and so do Others esteem them; the sentence being passed upon them:
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so I even passed the sentence on my self, seeing no evasion or escape out of the troubles I was in, the sentence of death passed upon me.
so I even passed the sentence on my self, seeing no evasion or escape out of the Troubles I was in, the sentence of death passed upon me.
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We had the sentence of death in our selves. It was not passed by God, nor by the World:We had the sentence of death in our selves. It was not passed by God, nor by the World:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for they had not decreed to kill him, but he passed it upon himself when he saw no way to escape.
for they had not decreed to kill him, but he passed it upon himself when he saw no Way to escape.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He was deceived though (as oft-times Gods Children are) for he died not at that time.
He was deceived though (as ofttimes God's Children Are) for he died not At that time.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then afterwards he sets down the end why all this was, a sweet end, a double end, (That we should not trust in our selves:) what should we trust in then? (But in God that raiseth the dead.)
And then afterwards he sets down the end why all this was, a sweet end, a double end, (That we should not trust in our selves:) what should we trust in then? (But in God that Raiseth the dead.)
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First to speake of his grievance, and then of the reason why God did thus follow him.
First to speak of his grievance, and then of the reason why God did thus follow him.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We would not have you ignorant.
We would not have you ignorant.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He prevents all scandal by this, I would not have you ignorant, I am so far from caring,
He prevents all scandal by this, I would not have you ignorant, I am so Far from caring,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or fearing, or being ashamed, that you should know of any affliction that I suffer, that I would not have you ignorant of it:
or fearing, or being ashamed, that you should know of any affliction that I suffer, that I would not have you ignorant of it:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for know this, that when you know my afflictions you shall know my deliverance also.
for know this, that when you know my afflictions you shall know my deliverance also.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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indeed it is the state of Gods Children, their worst crosse:
indeed it is the state of God's Children, their worst cross:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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sometimes are censures upon them for the crosse, the harsh censures of others in their troubles;
sometime Are censures upon them for the cross, the harsh censures of Others in their Troubles;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It was the last, and the greatest of Job's troubles, that, and his wife together,
It was the last, and the greatest of Job's Troubles, that, and his wife together,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when his house was overthrown, his Children killed, his goods taken away, himsef stricken with boiles:
when his house was overthrown, his Children killed, his goods taken away, himself stricken with boils:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then for his indiscreet friends, to become miserable comforters: those that should have comforted him, to become censurers and judges of him,
then for his indiscreet Friends, to become miserable Comforters: those that should have comforted him, to become censurers and judges of him,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as if he had been a man deserted, and forsaken of God, as if all had been from God as a punishment for his sins:
as if he had been a man deserted, and forsaken of God, as if all had been from God as a punishment for his Sins:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
656
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this was his grearest crosse, as it was his last, when his wife in his bosom, she that should have comforted him most, should solicit him to ill,
this was his grearest cross, as it was his last, when his wife in his bosom, she that should have comforted him most, should solicit him to ill,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and his friends by their rash and vile censures to make his crosse heavier:
and his Friends by their rash and vile censures to make his cross Heavier:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
656
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So it is with Gods Children in the world, they cannot endure hardnesse in the World, they cannot be used otherwise then their cause deserves:
So it is with God's Children in the world, they cannot endure hardness in the World, they cannot be used otherwise then their cause deserves:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
656
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but they must also undergo hard censures, that grieves them more then the crosse it self.
but they must also undergo hard censures, that grieves them more then the cross it self.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It was the case of this blessed Apostle, the Spirit of God in him therefore sets him to mention his affliction with boldnesse and confidence,
It was the case of this blessed Apostle, the Spirit of God in him Therefore sets him to mention his affliction with boldness and confidence,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
656
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yea, with comfort and joy, I would not have you ignorant, I am not of the mind of carnal men, that would have it concealed,
yea, with Comfort and joy, I would not have you ignorant, I am not of the mind of carnal men, that would have it concealed,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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nay, I would not have you ignorant, I pray understand it:
nay, I would not have you ignorant, I pray understand it:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
656
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he laies it open to their view, that they might be affected with it, as he was:
he lays it open to their view, that they might be affected with it, as he was:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for those things that we are affected with, we are large in the discourse of them:
for those things that we Are affected with, we Are large in the discourse of them:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he shewes that the misery though it were past, and were off, yet he was affected with it:
he shows that the misery though it were past, and were off, yet he was affected with it:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We were pressed out of measure above strength. We were pressed out of measure above strength.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This seems to thwart another place of scripture in 1. Cor 10. 13. God is faithful, and will lay no more upon you then you shall be able to bear:
This seems to thwart Another place of scripture in 1. Cor 10. 13. God is faithful, and will lay no more upon you then you shall be able to bear:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and yet here he saith, we were afflicted above strength, how can these hang together?
and yet Here he Says, we were afflicted above strength, how can these hang together?
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I answer, God will not suffer his Children to indure any thing above strength, above that they are able to bear, especially in spirituall evils,
I answer, God will not suffer his Children to endure any thing above strength, above that they Are able to bear, especially in spiritual evils,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but for sickness and persecution or such, sometimes he may lay more upon them then they have present strength to beare.
but for sickness and persecution or such, sometime he may lay more upon them then they have present strength to bear.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
657
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But, put the case that St. Paul speaks of inward grievance, and outward afflictions too, as both usually accompany one another:
But, put the case that Saint Paul speaks of inward grievance, and outward afflictions too, as both usually accompany one Another:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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St. Paul's meaning is here undoubtedly, We were pressed above strength;
Saint Paul's meaning is Here undoubtedly, We were pressed above strength;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is, above ordinary naturall strength, that unless God had made a supply by a new supernaturall strength, we had never been able to indure it:
that is, above ordinary natural strength, that unless God had made a supply by a new supernatural strength, we had never been able to endure it:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore take it so, above ordinary naturall strength:
Therefore take it so, above ordinary natural strength:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for extraordinary crosses, must have extraordinary strength, and crosses with grievance of spirit must have more then naturall strength to beare them.
for extraordinary Crosses, must have extraordinary strength, and Crosses with grievance of Spirit must have more then natural strength to bear them.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
658
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Again, Where it is said, Insomuch that we despaired of life, as if he had cared much for his life, this seemeth to cross another place, Phil. 1. I desire to be dissolved, and to be with Christ, and here he seems to be very carefull in a strait, lest he should die.
Again, Where it is said, Insomuch that we despaired of life, as if he had cared much for his life, this seems to cross Another place, Philip 1. I desire to be dissolved, and to be with christ, and Here he seems to be very careful in a strait, lest he should die.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I answer, We must take St. Paul in diverse considerations and respects:
I answer, We must take Saint Paul in diverse considerations and respects:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As St. Paul hath finished his course, and done his work, so, Henceforth is laid up for me the crown of righteousness:
As Saint Paul hath finished his course, and done his work, so, Henceforth is laid up for me the crown of righteousness:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so he thinks of nothing but life and glory; he cares not for his life: but take Saint Paul in the midst of his course.
so he thinks of nothing but life and glory; he Cares not for his life: but take Saint Paul in the midst of his course.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so he had a care to his charge. Take Saint Paul as he looked to glory, so he desired to be dissolved:
and so he had a care to his charge. Take Saint Paul as he looked to glory, so he desired to be dissolved:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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take him as he was affected to edifie the Church, so he laboured to live by all meanes,
take him as he was affected to edify the Church, so he laboured to live by all means,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so he saith he despaired of life, as desiring to live to do good to the Church.
and so he Says he despaired of life, as desiring to live to do good to the Church.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, It may be Objected against the last, We received the sentence of death in our selves.
Again, It may be Objected against the last, We received the sentence of death in our selves.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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St. Paul dyed not now, and he had the Spirit of God in him, to know what he spake;
Saint Paul died not now, and he had the Spirit of God in him, to know what he spoke;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how doth this agree then that he had the sentence of death passed?
how does this agree then that he had the sentence of death passed?
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I answer, St. Paul spake according to the probability of second causes, according to the appearance of things,
I answer, Saint Paul spoke according to the probability of second Causes, according to the appearance of things,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so he might pronounce of himself, without danger, (as being no sinfull errour) that indeed I am a dead man, I see no hope of escaping,
and so he might pronounce of himself, without danger, (as being no sinful error) that indeed I am a dead man, I see no hope of escaping,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if I look to the probabilitie of second causes all my enemies are about me, I am in the Lyons mouth, there is but a step between me and death.
if I look to the probability of second Causes all my enemies Are about me, I am in the Lyons Mouth, there is but a step between me and death.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He doth not look here to the decree of God, but he looks to the disposing of present causes:
He does not look Here to the Decree of God, but he looks to the disposing of present Causes:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So Gods ' children are often deceived in themselves in that respect, it is no great errour;
So God's ' children Are often deceived in themselves in that respect, it is no great error;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for it is true what they speake in regard of second causes, though it be not true in regard of Gods decree.
for it is true what they speak in regard of second Causes, though it be not true in regard of God's Decree.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Objections being satisfied, we may observe some points of doctrine.
The Objections being satisfied, we may observe Some points of Doctrine.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And out of the first part of St. Paul's tryall, which some take it to be that in Acts 19. At Ephesus Dimetrins the Smith raised up a trouble against him,
And out of the First part of Saint Paul's trial, which Some take it to be that in Acts 19. At Ephesus Dimetrins the Smith raised up a trouble against him,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when they cryed out, Great is Diana of the Ephesians: but those are but conjectures. It may be it was some great sickness, it may be some other affliction:
when they cried out, Great is Diana of the Ephesians: but those Are but Conjectures. It may be it was Some great sickness, it may be Some other affliction:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the Scripture is silent in the particular what it was. To come then to the points themselves.
the Scripture is silent in the particular what it was. To come then to the points themselves.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In the first part, this is considerable in the first place, that God suffers his Children to fall into extream perils and dangers.
In the First part, this is considerable in the First place, that God suffers his Children to fallen into extreme perils and dangers.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then secondly, that They are sensible of it. For the first, God suffers his children to fall into great extremities.
And then secondly, that They Are sensible of it. For the First, God suffers his children to fallen into great extremities.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
665
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This is clear here, we see how he riseth by degrees, We were pressed above measure, above strength, that we even despaired of life, we received the sentence of death in our selves.
This is clear Here, we see how he Riseth by Degrees, We were pressed above measure, above strength, that we even despaired of life, we received the sentence of death in our selves.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He riseth by five steps, to shew the extremity that he was in. This is no new thing, that God should suffer his Children thus to be exercised.
He Riseth by five steps, to show the extremity that he was in. This is no new thing, that God should suffer his Children thus to be exercised.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is true in the head, it is true in the body, and it is true of every particular member of the body.
It is true in the head, it is true in the body, and it is true of every particular member of the body.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is true of our head Christ Jesus himself:
It is true of our head christ jesus himself:
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we see to what exigences he was brought, in what danger of his life oft-times he was,
we see to what exigences he was brought, in what danger of his life ofttimes he was,
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as when they would have cast him down from the mount, Luke 4. and when in apprehension of his Fathers wrath, he sweat water and blood in the garden,
as when they would have cast him down from the mount, Lycia 4. and when in apprehension of his Father's wrath, he sweat water and blood in the garden,
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and on the Crosse cryed out, My God, My God, why hast thou forsaken me? none was ever so abased as he was, he humbled himself to the death of the Crosse,
and on the Cross cried out, My God, My God, why hast thou forsaken me? none was ever so abased as he was, he humbled himself to the death of the Cross,
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nay, lower then the Crosse, he was in captivity in the grave three dayes. They thought they had had their will on him there:nay, lower then the Cross, he was in captivity in the grave three days. They Thought they had had their will on him there:
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they thought they might have trampled on Christ:
they Thought they might have trampled on christ:
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and no doubt but the Divel triumphed over the grave, and thought he had had him where he would:
and no doubt but the devil triumphed over the grave, and Thought he had had him where he would:
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but we see afterward God raised him again gloriously. Now as the head was abased even unto extremity:
but we see afterwards God raised him again gloriously. Now as the head was abased even unto extremity:
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So it is true of the whole body of the Church from the beginning of the world.
So it is true of the Whole body of the Church from the beginning of the world.
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The Church in Egypt was in extremity before Moses came:
The Church in Egypt was in extremity before Moses Come:
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therefore a learned Hebrician Capne (that brought Hebrew into these western parts) was wont to say,
Therefore a learned Hebrician Capne (that brought Hebrew into these western parts) was wont to say,
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When the tale of brick was doubled, then comes Moses: that is, in extremity, when there was no remedy, then God sent them deliverance.
When the tale of brick was doubled, then comes Moses: that is, in extremity, when there was no remedy, then God sent them deliverance.
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In what a pittiful case was the poor Church and people of God in Hesters time? there was but a haires breadth between them and destruction, it was decreed by Haman, and they had gotten the Kings decree too, they were as it were between the hammer and the anvil, ready to be crushed in pieces presently, had not God come between.
In what a pitiful case was the poor Church and people of God in Hesters time? there was but a hairs breadth between them and destruction, it was decreed by Haman, and they had got the Kings Decree too, they were as it were between the hammer and the anvil, ready to be crushed in Pieces presently, had not God come between.
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And so in Babylon the Church was in extremity, insomuch as that when deliverance was told them, they were as men that dream, as if there had been no such matter, they wondred at it.
And so in Babylon the Church was in extremity, insomuch as that when deliverance was told them, they were as men that dream, as if there had been no such matter, they wondered At it.
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And so in the times of persecution God hath suffered his Church to fall into extream danger,
And so in the times of persecution God hath suffered his Church to fallen into extreme danger,
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as now at this time the Church is in other parts. I might draw this truth along through all Ages.
as now At this time the Church is in other parts. I might draw this truth along through all Ages.
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It is true of the whole body of the Church. It is true likewise of the particular members.
It is true of the Whole body of the Church. It is true likewise of the particular members.
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Take the principall members of it:
Take the principal members of it:
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you see Abraham, before God made good his promise, he was brought to a dry body,
you see Abraham, before God made good his promise, he was brought to a dry body,
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and Sarah to a dead womb, that they despaired of all second causes.
and Sarah to a dead womb, that they despaired of all second Causes.
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And David, though God promised him a Kingdom, yet he was so straitned that he thought many times he should have died, I said in my haste, All men are liars;
And David, though God promised him a Kingdom, yet he was so straitened that he Thought many times he should have died, I said in my haste, All men Are liars;
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they tell me this and that, but there is nothing so, he was hunted as a Partridge in the wildernesse.
they tell me this and that, but there is nothing so, he was hunted as a Partridge in the Wilderness.
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It was true of St. Paul, we see what extremity he was brought unto;
It was true of Saint Paul, we see what extremity he was brought unto;
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as the Psalmist saith, Psal. 118. I was afflicted sore, but I was not delivered to death:
as the Psalmist Says, Psalm 118. I was afflicted soar, but I was not Delivered to death:
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Even as we say, only not killed.
Even as we say, only not killed.
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It is and hath been so, with all the members of the Church from Abel to this day:
It is and hath been so, with all the members of the Church from Abel to this day:
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sometime or other, if they live any long time, they shall be like Moses at the Red-Sea;
sometime or other, if they live any long time, they shall be like Moses At the Red sea;
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and our prayers, to make us crie to him, Out of the deep I have cryed unto thee, O Lord.
and our Prayers, to make us cry to him, Out of the deep I have cried unto thee, Oh Lord.
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we see in what a strait he and his company was there, there was the Egyptians behind them, the Mountaines on each side of them, the Red-Sea before them, what escaping was here for Moses? so it is with the poore Church and Children of God oft-times:
we see in what a strait he and his company was there, there was the egyptians behind them, the Mountains on each side of them, the Red sea before them, what escaping was Here for Moses? so it is with the poor Church and Children of God ofttimes:
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there are dangers behind them, and perils before them, and troubles on all fides. God brings them so low as deaths doore;
there Are dangers behind them, and perils before them, and Troubles on all fides. God brings them so low as death's door;
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sometimes by sickness, as there is an instance in Psal. 107. of those that go down to the sea in ships, He brings them to deaths door, saith the Psalmist.
sometime by sickness, as there is an instance in Psalm 107. of those that go down to the sea in ships, He brings them to death's door, Says the Psalmist.
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What is the reason, that by persecution and afflictions, by one grievance or another, God brings his Children to such a low ebb? The reasons are many.
What is the reason, that by persecution and afflictions, by one grievance or Another, God brings his Children to such a low ebb? The Reasons Are many.
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The first may be, he will thus trie what mettle they are made of, light afflictions, light crosses will not trie them throughly, great ones will.
The First may be, he will thus try what mettle they Are made of, Light afflictions, Light Crosses will not try them thoroughly, great ones will.
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Jonas that slept in the Ship, he fals a praying in the Whales belly;Jonah that slept in the Ship, he falls a praying in the Whale's belly;
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he that was pettish out of trouble, and fals a quarrelling with God himself, in trouble he fals to praying;
he that was pettish out of trouble, and falls a quarreling with God himself, in trouble he falls to praying;
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when he was in the bottom of hell, as he saith himself. Little afflictions may stand with murmuring, and repining:
when he was in the bottom of hell, as he Says himself. Little afflictions may stand with murmuring, and repining:
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but great ones trie indeed what we are; what we are in great afflictions, he are indeed.
but great ones try indeed what we Are; what we Are in great afflictions, he Are indeed.
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Againe, To trie the sincerity of our estate, to make us to know our selves;
Again, To try the sincerity of our estate, to make us to know our selves;
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to make us known to the world, and known to our selves, what good we have, and what ill we have.
to make us known to the world, and known to our selves, what good we have, and what ill we have.
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A man knows not what a deal of loosness he hath in his heart, & what a deal of falseness, till we come to the cross, & to extremity:
A man knows not what a deal of looseness he hath in his heart, & what a deal of falseness, till we come to the cross, & to extremity:
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Whereas before, I thought I had had a great deal of patience, a great deal of faith,
Whereas before, I Thought I had had a great deal of patience, a great deal of faith,
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and a great deal of heavenly mindedness: now I see I have not that store laid up as I thought I had.
and a great deal of heavenly Mindedness: now I see I have not that store laid up as I Thought I had.
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And somtime a man is deceived on the contrary:
And sometime a man is deceived on the contrary:
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I thought I had had no goodness in me, and yet in extremity, such a one goes to prayer, he goes to the Word of God, to the communion of Saints, he delights in good things, and onely in those:
I Thought I had had no Goodness in me, and yet in extremity, such a one Goes to prayer, he Goes to the Word of God, to the communion of Saints, he delights in good things, and only in those:
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extremity makes him discern and know himself for ill, and for good, and makes others to know him too, that is another end.
extremity makes him discern and know himself for ill, and for good, and makes Others to know him too, that is Another end.
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Again, God suffers us to fall into extremity, to set an edge upon our desires,
Again, God suffers us to fallen into extremity, to Set an edge upon our Desires,
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but he should be well scoured first by misusage.
but he should be well scoured First by misusage.
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When a man is in the deep, it is not an ordinary prayer will serve, but he must crie:
When a man is in the deep, it is not an ordinary prayer will serve, but he must cry:
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God loves to heare his Children speak to him;
God loves to hear his Children speak to him;
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he loves the voice of his children, it is the best musick that he delights in:
he loves the voice of his children, it is the best music that he delights in:
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therefore he will take a course, that he will be sure to hear from them;
Therefore he will take a course, that he will be sure to hear from them;
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and rather then they shall neglect prayer, he will suffer them to fall into some rousing sinne, into such a state and condition, that they may dart up prayers, that they may force prayers out of the anguish of spirit, that their prayers may be violent, that will take no denyal, that they may be strivings with God, that they may wrastle with God as we see in Jacob and the woman of Canaan, that they may be importunate,
and rather then they shall neglect prayer, he will suffer them to fallen into Some rousing sin, into such a state and condition, that they may dart up Prayers, that they may force Prayers out of the anguish of Spirit, that their Prayers may be violent, that will take no denial, that they may be strivings with God, that they may wrestle with God as we see in Jacob and the woman of Canaan, that they may be importunate,
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and never leave him nor take any denyall.
and never leave him nor take any denial.
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Again, God suffers his Children to fall into this extream perill and danger, not onely to trie them, what good they have in them;
Again, God suffers his Children to fallen into this extreme peril and danger, not only to try them, what good they have in them;
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but when he hath tried it to exercise it, to exercise their faith, and their patience.
but when he hath tried it to exercise it, to exercise their faith, and their patience.
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St. Paul had a great deale of grace in him, and God would be sure to have a great deale of tryall, and exercise of it;
Saint Paul had a great deal of grace in him, and God would be sure to have a great deal of trial, and exercise of it;
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and therefore he suffered him to fall into extream dangers, that so all the patience, and all the • … aith he had might be set on work.
and Therefore he suffered him to fallen into extreme dangers, that so all the patience, and all the • … aith he had might be Set on work.
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And so it was in Job, God had furnished his Champion with a great measure of patience,
And so it was in Job, God had furnished his Champion with a great measure of patience,
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and then he singles him out to the combat;
and then he singles him out to the combat;
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he brings him into the lists to encounter with Satan and 〈 ◊ 〉 triumph over Satan,
he brings him into the lists to encounter with Satan and 〈 ◊ 〉 triumph over Satan,
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and all the evils he suffered whatsoever.
and all the evils he suffered whatsoever.
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Again, it is to perfect the work of mortification, to let patience have her perfect worke,
Again, it is to perfect the work of mortification, to let patience have her perfect work,
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and • … aith, and prayer to have their p• … ect work, to perfect all graces,
and • … aith, and prayer to have their p• … ect work, to perfect all graces,
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and so to perfect the work of mortification:
and so to perfect the work of mortification:
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for in extream dangers, he weanes us perfectly from the world, as much as may be, nothing will doe it if these will not.
for in extreme dangers, he weans us perfectly from the world, as much as may be, nothing will do it if these will not.
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St. Paul came to many Cities, and there he thought oft-times to have great matter of entertainment,
Saint Paul Come to many Cities, and there he Thought ofttimes to have great matter of entertainment,
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and instead of that he was whipped and misused:
and instead of that he was whipped and misused:
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God used the matter so, to mortifie pride and self-confidence in St. Paul; he scoured him so from pride, that he should not goe out of the Citie,
God used the matter so, to mortify pride and self-confidence in Saint Paul; he scoured him so from pride, that he should not go out of the city,
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So rather then God will suffer his Children to go to hell, and rather then he will suffer them to live in the world here, without glory to their profession, without manifesting of grace, to mortifie and subdue their base earthly affections, he will scoure them, to subdue their pride,
So rather then God will suffer his Children to go to hell, and rather then he will suffer them to live in the world Here, without glory to their profession, without manifesting of grace, to mortify and subdue their base earthly affections, he will scour them, to subdue their pride,
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and to subdue their earthly mindednesse; we might prevent the bitterness of the Cross, if we would:
and to subdue their earthly Mindedness; we might prevent the bitterness of the Cross, if we would:
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we might prevent his mortifying of us by afflictions, by the mortification of the spirit:
we might prevent his mortifying of us by afflictions, by the mortification of the Spirit:
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but because we are negligent in that work, to perfect the work of mortification, he is forced to lay here any crosses and extream dangers upon us.
but Because we Are negligent in that work, to perfect the work of mortification, he is forced to lay Here any Crosses and extreme dangers upon us.
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Lastly, God doth this for another end, that he might be sure by this meanes to prepare us for greater blessings:
Lastly, God does this for Another end, that he might be sure by this means to prepare us for greater blessings:
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for in what deep measure we are humbled by any deep afflction, in that measure we are prepared for some blessing.
for in what deep measure we Are humbled by any deep affliction, in that measure we Are prepared for Some blessing.
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Humility doth empty the soule, and crosses do breed humilitie: the emptiness of the soule fits it for receipt:
Humility does empty the soul, and Crosses do breed humility: the emptiness of the soul fits it for receipt:
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God therefore doth emptie us by crosses, that we may be fit vessels to receive some larger measure of grace and comfort.
God Therefore does empty us by Crosses, that we may be fit vessels to receive Some larger measure of grace and Comfort.
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For as it is said before, As our tribulations increase, so our comforts increase: therefore it is a good signe, that God intends much spirituall good to any man,
For as it is said before, As our tribulations increase, so our comforts increase: Therefore it is a good Signen, that God intends much spiritual good to any man,
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when he laies some heavie load upon him in this world: all is to prepare for some greater comfort, and some greater measure of grace.
when he lays Some heavy load upon him in this world: all is to prepare for Some greater Comfort, and Some greater measure of grace.
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Why doth the Husbandman fall upon his ground, and teare and rend it up with the Plow,
Why does the Husbandman fallen upon his ground, and tear and rend it up with the Blow,
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and the better the ground is, the more he labours to kill weeds, is it because he hath an ill mind to the ground? No, he meanes to sowe good seed there,
and the better the ground is, the more he labours to kill weeds, is it Because he hath an ill mind to the ground? No, he means to sow good seed there,
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and he will not plow a whit longer, then may serve to prepare the ground.
and he will not blow a whit longer, then may serve to prepare the ground.
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It is the Holy Ghosts comparison, Isa. 28. So likewise the Gold-Smith, the best mettall that he hath, he tempers it, he labours to consume the dross of it,
It is the Holy Ghosts comparison, Isaiah 28. So likewise the Gold-Smith, the best mettle that he hath, he tempers it, he labours to consume the dross of it,
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and the longer it is in the fire, the more pure it comes forth:
and the longer it is in the fire, the more pure it comes forth:
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so God keeps his Children under crosses, and doth plow them, they neglect to plow themselves,
so God keeps his Children under Crosses, and does blow them, they neglect to blow themselves,
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and he is faine to set plowers that will doe it indeed, some ill minded men, or some cross:
and he is feign to Set plowers that will do it indeed, Some ill minded men, or Some cross:
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if they would plow themselves, and examine themselves, they might spare God the labour:
if they would blow themselves, and examine themselves, they might spare God the labour:
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Grace that looks upward, to glorie and comfort.
Grace that looks upward, to glory and Comfort.
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but when they are negligent, God takes the labour into his own hand, and sets others on worke, that will doe it to purpose,
but when they Are negligent, God Takes the labour into his own hand, and sets Others on work, that will do it to purpose,
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but all is to prepare them for heavenly seed, for grace and comfort, that in what measure we have been depressed (as he saith here, we were pressed above measure,) in that measure he meanes to lift us up by heavenly comfort.
but all is to prepare them for heavenly seed, for grace and Comfort, that in what measure we have been depressed (as he Says Here, we were pressed above measure,) in that measure he means to lift us up by heavenly Comfort.
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And (which is a clause of that) that we might set a price upon the comforts, when they come:
And (which is a clause of that) that we might Set a price upon the comforts, when they come:
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for when he hath so prepared us for it, and then we receive it, then comfort is comfort indeed.
for when he hath so prepared us for it, and then we receive it, then Comfort is Comfort indeed.
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Comfort in it self is all one, and glory in it self is all one, first and last:
Comfort in it self is all one, and glory in it self is all one, First and last:
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but it is not all one to the person; comfott is indeared to a person that hath been kept under and been dieted before:
but it is not all one to the person; Comfort is endeared to a person that hath been kept under and been dieted before:
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then when it comes, he sets a great value upon it, when he hath been without it so long.
then when it comes, he sets a great valve upon it, when he hath been without it so long.
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Our nature is so, that we value things by the want of them, rather then by the present enjoying of them,
Our nature is so, that we valve things by the want of them, rather then by the present enjoying of them,
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after we have wanted it, and have been long time prepared for it, then when it comes, it is welcome indeed.
After we have wanted it, and have been long time prepared for it, then when it comes, it is welcome indeed.
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For these, and many such like ends, we must be willing to approve of Gods holy and wise dispensation in this, in ordering matters so with his children, in bringing them to great dangers of bodie, in danger of life, sometimes to spirituall desertions, leaving them to themselves,
For these, and many such like ends, we must be willing to approve of God's holy and wise Dispensation in this, in ordering matters so with his children, in bringing them to great dangers of body, in danger of life, sometime to spiritual desertions, leaving them to themselves,
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as if he had no care of them. But St. Paul speaks especially here, of outward crosses;
as if he had no care of them. But Saint Paul speaks especially Here, of outward Crosses;
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you see the reasons of it.
you see the Reasons of it.
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The Use of it, is first, that we should not passe a harsh, unadvised, rigid censure upon our selves, or others, for these respects;
The Use of it, is First, that we should not pass a harsh, unadvised, rigid censure upon our selves, or Others, for these respects;
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for any great affliction or abasement in this world. The world is ready to passe their verdict presently upon a man:
for any great affliction or abasement in this world. The world is ready to pass their verdict presently upon a man:
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Oh, such a one, you see what a kinde of man he was, you see how God follows him with crosses:
O, such a one, you see what a kind of man he was, you see how God follows him with Crosses:
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so uncharitable men judge amiss of the generation of the righteous. Whereas they should set the Court in their own hearts, and begin to censure there,
so uncharitable men judge amiss of the generation of the righteous. Whereas they should Set the Court in their own hearts, and begin to censure there,
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and to examine themselves, they goe out and keep their Court abroad:
and to examine themselves, they go out and keep their Court abroad:
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but I say, passe not a harsh censure upon others, or on thy selfe, no, not for extream dangers:
but I say, pass not a harsh censure upon Others, or on thy self, no, not for extreme dangers:
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for God now is making way for great comfort, let God go on his way, without thy censuring of him.
for God now is making Way for great Comfort, let God go on his Way, without thy censuring of him.
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Again, This should teach us, that we should not build overmuch confidence on earthly things, on the things of this world,
Again, This should teach us, that we should not built overmuch confidence on earthly things, on the things of this world,
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neither on health of body, or on friends, or on continuance of life: alas! it is Gods ordinary course, to strip us of all in this world: we think of great reputation:
neither on health of body, or on Friends, or on Continuance of life: alas! it is God's ordinary course, to strip us of all in this world: we think of great reputation:
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but saith God, I will take that from you, you shall learn to trust in me.
but Says God, I will take that from you, you shall Learn to trust in me.
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You think you have strong, and vigorous bodies, and you shall live long, and therefore you will venture upon such and such courses.
You think you have strong, and vigorous bodies, and you shall live long, and Therefore you will venture upon such and such courses.
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I but God suffers his children to come to extream dangers and hazards, that they think the sentence of death is passed upon them.
I but God suffers his children to come to extreme dangers and hazards, that they think the sentence of death is passed upon them.
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And since this is Gods course with the body, and with the Members, and with our head Christ himself, shall we think to have immunitie,
And since this is God's course with the body, and with the Members, and with our head christ himself, shall we think to have immunity,
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and to escape, and not looke to Gods order?
and to escape, and not look to God's order?
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The Church is in great miserie, and we are negligent in prayer, we think there are many good people,
The Church is in great misery, and we Are negligent in prayer, we think there Are many good people,
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and there is strong munition, &c. As if when Gods people are in security, and forget him and his blessings, it were not his course to strip them of all, to suffer them to fal into extream dangers:
and there is strong munition, etc. As if when God's people Are in security, and forget him and his blessings, it were not his course to strip them of all, to suffer them to fall into extreme dangers:
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have we not the Church before our eyes to teach us? Let us trust therefore in nothing in this world. So much for that point.
have we not the Church before our eyes to teach us? Let us trust Therefore in nothing in this world. So much for that point.
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The second thing in the first part is this, that As Gods Children are brought to this estate,
The second thing in the First part is this, that As God's Children Are brought to this estate,
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so they are sensible of it.
so they Are sensible of it.
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They are flesh and not steele, they have not the strength of steele, as Job saith, they are men, they are not stones:
They Are Flesh and not steel, they have not the strength of steel, as Job Says, they Are men, they Are not stones:
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they are Christians, they are not Stoicks. Therefore St. Paul as he was in extremity, so he apprehended his extremity:
they Are Christians, they Are not Stoics. Therefore Saint Paul as he was in extremity, so he apprehended his extremity:
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and with all his heart, he would have escaped if he could: he looked about to all evasions how he might escape death.
and with all his heart, he would have escaped if he could: he looked about to all evasions how he might escape death.
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Gods children are sensible of their crosses;
God's children Are sensible of their Crosses;
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especially they are sensible of death, as he speaks here of himself, We despaired even of life it self.
especially they Are sensible of death, as he speaks Here of himself, We despaired even of life it self.
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689
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The word is very significant in the originall, we were in such a strait that we knew not how to escape with life,
The word is very significant in the original, we were in such a strait that we knew not how to escape with life,
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so that we despaired of life: we would have escaped with our lives; but we saw no way to escape.
so that we despaired of life: we would have escaped with our lives; but we saw no Way to escape.
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689
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To make this clear, there are 3. things in Gods Children. There is Grace. Nature. Corrupt nature, nature with the tang of Corruption.
To make this clear, there Are 3. things in God's Children. There is Grace. Nature. Corrupt nature, nature with the tang of Corruption.
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689
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Nature looks to the present grievance, nature looks not to things to come, to matters revealed in the Word, to supernatural comforts:
Nature looks to the present grievance, nature looks not to things to come, to matters revealed in the Word, to supernatural comforts:
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690
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nature looks to the present crosse, even nature without sin. Corrupt nature feeles, and feeles with a secret murmuring and repining, and heavinesse and dulnesse:
nature looks to the present cross, even nature without since. Corrupt nature feels, and feels with a secret murmuring and repining, and heaviness and dulness:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
690
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as indeed corrupt nature will alway have a bout in crosses, it will alway play its part, first or last.
as indeed corrupt nature will always have a bout in Crosses, it will always play its part, First or last.
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690
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There are alway these three works in the Children of God, in all extremities.
There Are always these three works in the Children of God, in all extremities.
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690
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Grace works, and that carries up, up still, trust in God, it looks to heaven, it looks to the end and issue, that all is for good.
Grace works, and that carries up, up still, trust in God, it looks to heaven, it looks to the end and issue, that all is for good.
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690
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Nature it fills full of sense and pain, and makes a man desire remedy and ease.
Nature it fills full of sense and pain, and makes a man desire remedy and ease.
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690
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Corrupt nature stirs a man up to fret, and say, what doth God mean to do thus? it stirs a man oft-times to use ill meanes, indirect courses.
Corrupt nature stirs a man up to fret, and say, what does God mean to do thus? it stirs a man ofttimes to use ill means, indirect courses.
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690
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St. Paul was sensible, from a right principle of nature:
Saint Paul was sensible, from a right principle of nature:
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691
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and no doubt here was some tang of corruption with it, he was sensible of the fear of death.
and no doubt Here was Some tang of corruption with it, he was sensible of the Fear of death.
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691
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Adam in innocencie would have been affected, and exquisitly sensible (no doubt) if his body had been wronged:Adam in innocence would have been affected, and exquisitely sensible (not doubt) if his body had been wronged:
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691
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for the more pure the complexion, the more sensible of solution (as Physicians say) when that which should be knit together:
for the more pure the complexion, the more sensible of solution (as Physicians say) when that which should be knit together:
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691
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if any thing be loosed by sicknesse, or by wounds, that should by nature not be hurt,
if any thing be loosed by sickness, or by wounds, that should by nature not be hurt,
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691
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but continue together, it breeds exquisite pain.
but continue together, it breeds exquisite pain.
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691
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As to cut that which should not be cut, to disjoyn that which should be together, this is in nature.
As to Cut that which should not be Cut, to disjoin that which should be together, this is in nature.
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691
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The Schoolemen say, (and the reason is good) that Christs paines were the greatest paines,
The Schoolmen say, (and the reason is good) that Christ pains were the greatest pains,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
692
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because his senses were not dulled and stupified with sensuality, or indirect courses:
Because his Senses were not dulled and Stupified with sensuality, or indirect courses:
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692
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he had a body of an excellent temper, and he was in the perfection of his years when he died;
he had a body of an excellent temper, and he was in the perfection of his Years when he died;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
692
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therefore he received such an impression of grief in his whipping:
Therefore he received such an impression of grief in his whipping:
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692
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and when he was crowned with thornes, that was it that made him so sensible of grief, that when he sweat, he sweat drops of blood,
and when he was crowned with thorns, that was it that made him so sensible of grief, that when he sweat, he sweat drops of blood,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
692
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and upon the crosse it made him cry out, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?
and upon the cross it made him cry out, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?
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692
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Gods Children out of a principle of nature, are sensible of any grievance to this outward man of theirs, to the body, especially in death,
God's Children out of a principle of nature, Are sensible of any grievance to this outward man of theirs, to the body, especially in death,
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693
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as we see here St. Paul. And there is most patience where there is most sense, it is stupidity and blockishnesse else.
as we see Here Saint Paul. And there is most patience where there is most sense, it is stupidity and blockishness Else.
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693
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Why are Gods Children so sensible in grief, especially in death? Oh there is a great cause:
Why Are God's Children so sensible in grief, especially in death? O there is a great cause:
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694
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indeed in some regards they are not afraid of it: for death is an enemy to nature, it is none to Grace;
indeed in Some regards they Are not afraid of it: for death is an enemy to nature, it is none to Grace;
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but when I speake not of Grace and Glory, but of nature:
but when I speak not of Grace and Glory, but of nature:
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695
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hath not nature great cause to tremble at death, when it is an enemy to nature,
hath not nature great cause to tremble At death, when it is an enemy to nature,
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even to right nature? It is the King of fears, as Job saith:
even to right nature? It is the King of fears, as Job Says:
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695
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it is that Tyrant that makes all the Kings of the earth to tremble at him:
it is that Tyrant that makes all the Kings of the earth to tremble At him:
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695
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when death comes, it is terrible, why? because it strips us of all the contentments of this life, of all comforts whatsoever we have here.
when death comes, it is terrible, why? Because it strips us of all the contentment's of this life, of all comforts whatsoever we have Here.
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695
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Nature without • … n is sensible of earthly comforts that God hath appointed for nature:
Nature without • … n is sensible of earthly comforts that God hath appointed for nature:
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695
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and when nature sees an end of them, nature begins to give in, and to grieve.
and when nature sees an end of them, nature begins to give in, and to grieve.
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695
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Again, death parts the best friends we have in this world, the body and the soul, two old friends,
Again, death parts the best Friends we have in this world, the body and the soul, two old Friends,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
696
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and they cannot be parted without exquisite grief. If two friends that take contentment in each other, common friends cannot part without grief,
and they cannot be parted without exquisite grief. If two Friends that take contentment in each other, Common Friends cannot part without grief,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
696
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how shall these bosom-friends, these united friends, body and soul, part without grief? This marriage between the soul and the body cannot be disunited without exquisite pain, being old acquaintance.
how shall these bosom friends, these united Friends, body and soul, part without grief? This marriage between the soul and the body cannot be disunited without exquisite pain, being old acquaintance.
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696
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Again, nature abhors death, it hinders us of all imployment, it hinders of all service of God in Church and Common-wealth.
Again, nature abhors death, it hinders us of all employment, it hinders of all service of God in Church and Commonwealth.
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697
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And so grace which is beyond nature, doth a little desire the continuance of life.
And so grace which is beyond nature, does a little desire the Continuance of life.
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697
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But nature, even out of no sinful principle, it sees that now I can serve God no longer, I can do God no more service, I can do good no longer in this World:
But nature, even out of no sinful principle, it sees that now I can serve God no longer, I can do God no more service, I can do good no longer in this World:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
698
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and therefore it takes it to heart. Our Savour saith, While you have light, walke: the night cometh:
and Therefore it Takes it to heart. Our Savour Says, While you have Light, walk: the night comes:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
698
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when no man is able to work, the night of sicknesse and death. So it breeds discomfort, and is terrible that way.when no man is able to work, the night of sickness and death. So it breeds discomfort, and is terrible that Way.
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698
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Again, in death we leave those that cast their care upon us, we leave oft times Wives and Children, without Husband or Father:
Again, in death we leave those that cast their care upon us, we leave oft times Wives and Children, without Husband or Father:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
699
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those that had dependance upon us: and this must needs work upon nature, upon a right principle of nature:
those that had dependence upon us: and this must needs work upon nature, upon a right principle of nature:
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699
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indeed the excesse of it is with corruption alway. Again, in death there is great pain.
indeed the excess of it is with corruption always. Again, in death there is great pain.
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699
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They say, Births are with great pangs (and so they are.) Now death is a birth, the birth of immortality, no wonder then if it have great pangs:
They say, Births Are with great pangs (and so they Are.) Now death is a birth, the birth of immortality, no wonder then if it have great pangs:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
700
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therefore nature fears it even for the pangs, the concomitants that are joyned with it.
Therefore nature fears it even for the pangs, the concomitants that Are joined with it.
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700
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And then in death, nature considers the state of the body presently after death, that, that goodly body, that strength,
And then in death, nature considers the state of the body presently After death, that, that goodly body, that strength,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
701
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and vigour I enjoyed before, must now be wormes-meat, I must say to the worm, Thou art my brother,
and vigour I enjoyed before, must now be Wormsmeat, I must say to the worm, Thou art my brother,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
701
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and to corruption, Thou art my mother, and the like, as it is in Job. That head, that perhaps hath ruled the Common-wealth, the place where I lived, it must lie level with others:and to corruption, Thou art my mother, and the like, as it is in Job. That head, that perhaps hath ruled the Commonwealth, the place where I lived, it must lie level with Others:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
701
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and that body that others were inamoured with, it must now be so forlorn, that the sight of it will not be indured of our best friends.
and that body that Others were enamoured with, it must now be so forlorn, that the sighed of it will not be endured of our best Friends.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
701
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Nature considers what the estate will be there, that it shall turn to rottenesse ere long:
Nature considers what the estate will be there, that it shall turn to rottenesse ere long:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
701
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that the goodliest persons shall be turned to dust, and lie rotting there till the day of the Resurrection. Faith, and Grace looks higher:
that the Goodliest Persons shall be turned to dust, and lie rotting there till the day of the Resurrection. Faith, and Grace looks higher:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
701
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but because, we have nature, as long as we are men, these and such like respects work upon nature, and make death grievous.
but Because, we have nature, as long as we Are men, these and such like respects work upon nature, and make death grievous.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
702
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But besides the glasse of nature, and these things here in the World, look upon it in the Law of God, in that glasse,
But beside the glass of nature, and these things Here in the World, look upon it in the Law of God, in that glass,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
703
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and so nature trembles, and quarrels at death.
and so nature trembles, and quarrels At death.
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703
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Death what is it? It is the wages of sin, it is the end of all comfort,
Death what is it? It is the wages of since, it is the end of all Comfort,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
703
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and nature cannot see any comfort after that, it is beyond nature.
and nature cannot see any Comfort After that, it is beyond nature.
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703
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Nature teacheth us not that there will be a Resurrection of the body, nature teacheth not that the soul goes to God:
Nature Teaches us not that there will be a Resurrection of the body, nature Teaches not that the soul Goes to God:
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703
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here must be a great deal of Grace, and a great deal of Faith, to convince the soul of this: nature teacheth it not.
Here must be a great deal of Grace, and a great deal of Faith, to convince the soul of this: nature Teaches it not.
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703
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Now when besides this, the Law of God comes, and faith. Death came in by sin, and sin is the sting of death:
Now when beside this, the Law of God comes, and faith. Death Come in by since, and since is the sting of death:
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704
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death is armed with sin, and sin comes in with the evidences of Gods anger:
death is armed with since, and since comes in with the evidences of God's anger:
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704
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3682
here, unlesse there be Faith and Grace, a man is either as Nabal, a stone and a fot in death,
Here, unless there be Faith and Grace, a man is either as Nabal, a stone and a fot in death,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
704
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or as Judas, and Cain, swallowed up with despaire.
or as Judas, and Cain, swallowed up with despair.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
704
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It is impossible for a man that is not a true Christian, that is not a good man,
It is impossible for a man that is not a true Christian, that is not a good man,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
704
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but that either he shouldbe as a stone, or desperate in sicknesse and Death; without Grace, he must be one of them.
but that either he shouldbe as a stone, or desperate in sickness and Death; without Grace, he must be one of them.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
704
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If he be a wise man, he cannot but despair in the hour of Death: For is it a matter to be dallied with, or to be carried bravely out,
If he be a wise man, he cannot but despair in the hour of Death: For is it a matter to be dallied with, or to be carried bravely out,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
704
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as your Roman spirits, and Atheists think? they account it a Glory to die bravely, in a stout manner.
as your Roman spirits, and Atheists think? they account it a Glory to die bravely, in a stout manner.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
704
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3688
Is it the terrible of terribles so to be put off? when all the comforts in this world shall end,Is it the terrible of terribles so to be put off? when all the comforts in this world shall end,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
704
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and all imployments cease, when, there is eternity before a man, and after death, hell,
and all employments cease, when, there is eternity before a man, and After death, hell,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
704
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and eternall damnation of body and soul? Are these matters to be slighted? it would make a man look about him:
and Eternal damnation of body and soul? are these matters to be slighted? it would make a man look about him:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
704
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if a man have not faith and Grace, he must eitherr despaire or die like a stone:
if a man have not faith and Grace, he must eitherr despair or die like a stone:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
704
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none but a good Christian can carrie himself well in the hour of death: nay, a good Christian is sensible of death:
none but a good Christian can carry himself well in the hour of death: nay, a good Christian is sensible of death:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
704
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and till he see Gods time is come, he labours to avoid it by all meanes, as St. Paul doth here.
and till he see God's time is come, he labours to avoid it by all means, as Saint Paul does Here.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
704
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But St. Paul had another ground beyond nature to avoid Death. He knew himself ordained for the service of the Church:
But Saint Paul had Another ground beyond nature to avoid Death. He knew himself ordained for the service of the Church:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
705
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therefore he desired to escape that he might serve God a longer time for the good of his Church.
Therefore he desired to escape that he might serve God a longer time for the good of his Church.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
705
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3696
Are Gods Children sensible of Death, and the danger of it, and out of a principle of nature,
are God's Children sensible of Death, and the danger of it, and out of a principle of nature,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
706
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and Grace too? How then should carnall wretched men look about them, that have not made their accounts even with God? the report of Death to them should be like the hand-writing upon the wall to Belteshazer, it should make their knees beat together,
and Grace too? How then should carnal wretched men look about them, that have not made their accounts even with God? the report of Death to them should be like the handwriting upon the wall to Belteshazzar, it should make their knees beatrice together,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
706
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and make their countenance pale, it should strike them with terrour, and like Nabal make their hearts to die as a stone within them.
and make their countenance pale, it should strike them with terror, and like Nabal make their hearts to die as a stone within them.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
706
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3699
But it is a Use of comfort to poore deluded Christians:
But it is a Use of Comfort to poor deluded Christians:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
707
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they think, alas, can my estate be good, I am afraid of Death? I tremble and quake at the name of Death, I cannot endure to hear of it,
they think, alas, can my estate be good, I am afraid of Death? I tremble and quake At the name of Death, I cannot endure to hear of it,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
707
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3701
but it most of all affects me to see it:
but it most of all affects me to see it:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
707
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3702
therefore I fear I have no Grace in me, I fear I have no faith in me.
Therefore I Fear I have no Grace in me, I Fear I have no faith in me.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
707
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3703
Be not discomforted whosoever thou art, that sayest so, (if thou labour to strengthen thy faith,
Be not discomforted whosoever thou art, that Sayest so, (if thou labour to strengthen thy faith,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
708
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3704
and to keep a good conscience) for thou mayest do thus out of a principle of nature: nature trembles at Death.
and to keep a good conscience) for thou Mayest do thus out of a principle of nature: nature trembles At Death.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
708
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3705
A man may do two things from diverse principles, from diverse respects, & both without sin For example, in fasting, nature without sin desireth meat,
A man may do two things from diverse principles, from diverse respects, & both without since For Exampl, in fasting, nature without since Desires meat,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
709
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3706
or else fasting were not an afflicting of a mans body:
or Else fasting were not an afflicting of a men body:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
709
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3707
but Grace that hath another principle, and that desires to hold out without sustenance, to be afflicted:
but Grace that hath Another principle, and that Desires to hold out without sustenance, to be afflicted:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
709
Image 5
3708
so here is both a desire, and not a desire, and both good in their kind.
so Here is both a desire, and not a desire, and both good in their kind.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
709
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3709
So a man in the time of sicknesse, and death, he may by all meanes desire to escape it,
So a man in the time of sickness, and death, he may by all means desire to escape it,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
709
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3710
and tremble at it out of a principle of nature: but out of a higher principle he may triumph:
and tremble At it out of a principle of nature: but out of a higher principle he may triumph:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
709
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3711
O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory: and they that believe in Christ, shall never die. Oh death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory: and they that believe in christ, shall never die.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
709
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3712
We are in heavenly places together with Christ, we are as sure of heaven as if we were there.We Are in heavenly places together with christ, we Are as sure of heaven as if we were there.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
709
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3713
So out of such kind of principles we may triumph over Death by Faith and Grace.
So out of such kind of principles we may triumph over Death by Faith and Grace.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
709
Image 5
3714
So let none be discouraged, nature goes one way, and faith and grace another: a man may know when it is nature, and when it is grace;
So let none be discouraged, nature Goes one Way, and faith and grace Another: a man may know when it is nature, and when it is grace;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
710
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3715
when grace subdues nature, and subordinates it to a higher principle; a man need not be much troubled.
when grace subdues nature, and subordinates it to a higher principle; a man need not be much troubled.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
710
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3716
Christ himself our head, he was afraid of death when he looked on death as death:
christ himself our head, he was afraid of death when he looked on death as death:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
711
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3717
but when he looked upon death as a service, as a redemption, as a sweet sacrifice to God,
but when he looked upon death as a service, as a redemption, as a sweet sacrifice to God,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
711
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3718
so with a thirsting I have thirsted; saith he, he thirsted after death in that respect:
so with a thirsting I have thirsted; Says he, he thirsted After death in that respect:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
711
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3719
looking to his humane nature, to the truth of his manhood, then saith he, Oh that this cup might passe from me, but in another consideration, he willingly gave his soul a sacrifice for sin to God.
looking to his humane nature, to the truth of his manhood, then Says he, O that this cup might pass from me, but in Another consideration, he willingly gave his soul a sacrifice for since to God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
711
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3720
The desire is as the objects are presented, let heaven and happinesse be presented, so death is a passage to it,
The desire is as the objects Are presented, let heaven and happiness be presented, so death is a passage to it,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
712
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3721
so death is the end of misery, and the beginning of happinesse, so Gods Children desire to be dissolved and to be with Christ, as St. Paul did.
so death is the end of misery, and the beginning of happiness, so God's Children desire to be dissolved and to be with christ, as Saint Paul did.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
712
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3722
But look upon death otherwise as it is an enemy to nature;
But look upon death otherwise as it is an enemy to nature;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
712
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3723
as it is a stop of all imployment in this world, and of all service to the Church, that we can do God no longer service,
as it is a stop of all employment in this world, and of all service to the Church, that we can do God no longer service,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
712
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3724
and so a man may desire to live still, and be afraid of death if he look upon death in the glasse of nature,
and so a man may desire to live still, and be afraid of death if he look upon death in the glass of nature,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
712
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3805
That we might not trust in our selves, but in God that raiseth the dead.
That we might not trust in our selves, but in God that Raiseth the dead.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
723
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3725
and in the glasse of the Law, likewise that it comes in as a punishment, of sin so indeed it is terrible, it is the King of fears.
and in the glass of the Law, likewise that it comes in as a punishment, of since so indeed it is terrible, it is the King of fears.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
712
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3726
But look upon it in another glass, in the glass of the Gospel, as it is sweetned,
But look upon it in Another glass, in the glass of the Gospel, as it is sweetened,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
712
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3727
and as it is disarmed by Christ, and so it is comfortable, Better is the day of death; then the day of birth:
and as it is disarmed by christ, and so it is comfortable, Better is the day of death; then the day of birth:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
712
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3728
for in our birth we come into miserie, in death we go from it. So upon diverse considerations we may be diversly affected, and have diverse rspects to things:
for in our birth we come into misery, in death we go from it. So upon diverse considerations we may be diversely affected, and have diverse rspects to things:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
712
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3729
for the soul of man is framed, so to be carried to the present object,
for the soul of man is framed, so to be carried to the present Object,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
712
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3730
and therefore to a good man in some respects, at sometime death is terrible, he trembles at it, which upon higher considerations and respects he imbraceth willingly.
and Therefore to a good man in Some respects, At sometime death is terrible, he trembles At it, which upon higher considerations and respects he Embraceth willingly.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
712
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3731
Indeed it is a signe of a wise man to value life, it is the opportunitie and advantage to honour God.
Indeed it is a Signen of a wise man to valve life, it is the opportunity and advantage to honour God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3732
After death we are receivers and not doers, then we receive our wages:
After death we Are Receivers and not doers, then we receive our wages:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3733
but while we are here, we should desire even for the glory that is reserved for us, to do all the good we can,
but while we Are Here, we should desire even for the glory that is reserved for us, to do all the good we can,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3734
because the time of life is that blessed advantage of doing good and of taking good.
Because the time of life is that blessed advantage of doing good and of taking good.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3735
It is to be in heaven before our time, to do others good, and to get evidence of heaven for our selves.
It is to be in heaven before our time, to do Others good, and to get evidence of heaven for our selves.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3736
This is the second thing, that as Gods children are suffered to fall into extream dangers;
This is the second thing, that as God's children Are suffered to fallen into extreme dangers;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3737
so they are very sensible of them, especially in matter of death which is the last enemie, there the Devil sets upon them indeed:
so they Are very sensible of them, especially in matter of death which is the last enemy, there the devil sets upon them indeed:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3738
he knows that that is the last enemy, and that there he must get all, or lose all:
he knows that that is the last enemy, and that there he must get all, or loose all:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3739
and he labours to make death more terrible then it is or should be.
and he labours to make death more terrible then it is or should be.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3740
The way not to fear death, and not to let nature have over-much scope, is to disarm death before hand, to pluck out the sting of it by repentance;
The Way not to Fear death, and not to let nature have overmuch scope, is to disarm death before hand, to pluck out the sting of it by Repentance;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3741
weaken it before hand, that it may not get the better.
weaken it before hand, that it may not get the better.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3742
Even as we doe with our enemies, the way to overcome them is to weaken them, to weaken their Forces, to starve them if we can, to intercept all their provision.
Even as we do with our enemies, the Way to overcome them is to weaken them, to weaken their Forces, to starve them if we can, to intercept all their provision.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3743
What makes death terrible and strong? we put stings into it our sins, our sins against conscience, the time will come when conscience will awaken,
What makes death terrible and strong? we put stings into it our Sins, our Sins against conscience, the time will come when conscience will awaken,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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But to come to the end and issue, why he was thus dealt with by God, carrying him through these extremities.
But to come to the end and issue, why he was thus dealt with by God, carrying him through these extremities.
p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1, c-crq pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp p-acp np1, vvg pno31 p-acp d n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
723
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3744
and it will be then, if ever to our comfort, and then our former sins will stare in our faces, the sins of our youth, the sins that we have before neglected soundly to repent for,
and it will be then, if ever to our Comfort, and then our former Sins will stare in our faces, the Sins of our youth, the Sins that we have before neglected soundly to Repent for,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3745
therefore let us labour this way to make death less terrible.
Therefore let us labour this Way to make death less terrible.
av vvb pno12 vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 av-dc j.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
713
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3746
Again, That we may not fear it over-much, let us look upon it in the glasse of the Gospel,
Again, That we may not Fear it overmuch, let us look upon it in the glass of the Gospel,
av, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi pn31 av, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
714
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3747
as it is now in Christ, as it is turned cleane another way.
as it is now in christ, as it is turned clean Another Way.
c-acp pn31 vbz av p-acp np1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn av-j j-jn n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
714
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3748
Now, it hath sweet names, it is called a dissolution, a departure, a sleeping, a going to our Fathers, and such like.
Now, it hath sweet names, it is called a dissolution, a departure, a sleeping, a going to our Father's, and such like.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
714
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3749
God doth sweeten a bitter thing, that it may enter into us with lesse terrour:
God does sweeten a bitter thing, that it may enter into us with less terror:
np1 vdz vvi dt j n1, cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp dc n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
714
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3750
so it must be our wisdom to sweeten the meditation of it, by Evangelicall considerations, what it is now by Christ.
so it must be our Wisdom to sweeten the meditation of it, by Evangelical considerations, what it is now by christ.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
714
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3751
And withall to meditate the two termes, from whence, and whither, what a blessed change it is if we be in Christ, it is a change for the better, better company, better imployment, a better place, all better.
And withal to meditate the two terms, from whence, and whither, what a blessed change it is if we be in christ, it is a change for the better, better company, better employment, a better place, all better.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
715
Image 5
3752
Who would be grieved at, and afraid of death? Let us recal the promise of the presence of God, he wil be with us to death, and in death:
Who would be grieved At, and afraid of death? Let us Recall the promise of the presence of God, he will be with us to death, and in death:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
715
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3753
Blessed are those that die in the Lord. Blessed Are those that die in the Lord.
vvn vbr d cst vvb p-acp dt n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
715
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3754
And especially faith in Christ wil make us that we shal not fear death, when we shall see him our head in heaven before us, ready to receive us when we come there;
And especially faith in christ will make us that we shall not Fear death, when we shall see him our head in heaven before us, ready to receive us when we come there;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
715
Image 5
3755
and to see our selves in heaven already in him:
and to see our selves in heaven already in him:
cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 av p-acp pno31:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
715
Image 5
3756
as verily in faith, and in the promise, as if we were there, We are set in heavenly places with Christ already.
as verily in faith, and in the promise, as if we were there, We Are Set in heavenly places with christ already.
c-acp av-j p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pns12 vbdr a-acp, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp np1 av.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
715
Image 5
3757
Let us have these and such like considerations, to sweeten the thought of death.
Let us have these and such like considerations, to sweeten the Thought of death.
vvb pno12 vhi d cc d j n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
715
Image 5
3758
But to touch this, which is an Appendix to that formerly mentioned, that Gods children are deceived concerning their death oft-times.
But to touch this, which is an Appendix to that formerly mentioned, that God's children Are deceived Concerning their death ofttimes.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
716
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3759
The time of death is uncertain; St. Paul thought he should have dyed when he did not, he was deceived.
The time of death is uncertain; Saint Paul Thought he should have died when he did not, he was deceived.
dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j; n1 np1 vvd pns31 vmd vhi vvn c-crq pns31 vdd xx, pns31 vbds vvn.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
717
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3760
There is a double errour about death: sometimes we think we shall not dye, when indeed we are dead men:
There is a double error about death: sometime we think we shall not die, when indeed we Are dead men:
pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1: av pns12 vvb pns12 vmb xx vvi, c-crq av pns12 vbr j n2:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
717
Image 5
3761
sometimes we receive the sentence of death, we passe a censure upon our selves, that we cannot live, when God intends our escape:
sometime we receive the sentence of death, we pass a censure upon our selves, that we cannot live, when God intends our escape:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
717
Image 5
3762
so it is uncertain to us, the houre of death:
so it is uncertain to us, the hour of death:
av pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12, dt n1 pp-f n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
717
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3763
sometime we are uncertain, when it is certain, sometime we think it certain, when it falls not out so: both wayes we are deceived.
sometime we Are uncertain, when it is certain, sometime we think it certain, when it falls not out so: both ways we Are deceived.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
717
Image 5
3764
Because God will have us while we live here to be at an uncertaintie for the very moment of death, Our times are in his hand.
Because God will have us while we live Here to be At an uncertainty for the very moment of death, Our times Are in his hand.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
718
Image 5
3765
Our time of life is in his hand, we came into the world when he thought good:
Our time of life is in his hand, we Come into the world when he Thought good:
po12 n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd j:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
718
Image 5
3766
our time of living here, is in his hands, we live just as long as he will have us:
our time of living Here, is in his hands, we live just as long as he will have us:
po12 n1 pp-f vvg av, vbz p-acp po31 n2, pns12 vvb j c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vmb vhi pno12:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
718
Image 5
3767
our time of death is in his hand.
our time of death is in his hand.
po12 n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
718
Image 5
3768
The Prophet saith not only, my time is in thy hands, but my times, my time of comming into the world, my time of living in the world,
The Prophet Says not only, my time is in thy hands, but my times, my time of coming into the world, my time of living in the world,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
718
Image 5
3769
and my time of going out of the world shall be when thou shalt appoint me;
and my time of going out of the world shall be when thou shalt appoint me;
cc po11 n1 pp-f vvg av pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi pno11;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
718
Image 5
3770
therefore he will have us uncertain of it our selves, till the moment of death come.
Therefore he will have us uncertain of it our selves, till the moment of death come.
av pns31 vmb vhi pno12 j pp-f pn31 po12 n2, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
718
Image 5
3771
St. Paul was deceived, He received the sentence of death in himself, but he dyed not at that time.
Saint Paul was deceived, He received the sentence of death in himself, but he died not At that time.
n1 np1 vbds vvn, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px31, p-acp pns31 vvd xx p-acp d n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
718
Image 5
3772
So that the manner, and circumstances of death are uncertain, whether it shall be violent, or faire death it shall beby diseases or by casualties, whether at home or abroad:
So that the manner, and Circumstances of death Are uncertain, whither it shall be violent, or fair death it shall beby diseases or by casualties, whither At home or abroad:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
719
Image 5
3773
all the circumstances of death are hidden from us, as well as death it selfe and the time of it.
all the Circumstances of death Are hidden from us, as well as death it self and the time of it.
d dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp pno12, c-acp av c-acp n1 pn31 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
719
Image 5
3774
And this is out of heavenly wisdome, and love of God to us: that we should at all times be provided, and prepared for our dissolution, & change.
And this is out of heavenly Wisdom, and love of God to us: that we should At all times be provided, and prepared for our dissolution, & change.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
720
Image 5
3775
It is left at this uncertainty, that we might make our estate certaine, to be fitted to die at all times.
It is left At this uncertainty, that we might make our estate certain, to be fitted to die At all times.
pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1 j, pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
720
Image 5
3776
Let us make that use of it, to provide every day:
Let us make that use of it, to provide every day:
vvb pno12 vvi d n1 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vvi d n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
720
Image 5
3777
oh, it were a happy thing if we could make every day (as it were) another life, a severall life,
o, it were a happy thing if we could make every day (as it were) Another life, a several life,
uh, pn31 vbdr dt j n1 cs pns12 vmd vvi d n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) j-jn n1, dt j n1,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
720
Image 5
3778
and passe sentence upon our selves, a possible, and probable sentence: it may be this day may be the last day.
and pass sentence upon our selves, a possible, and probable sentence: it may be this day may be the last day.
cc vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2, dt j, cc j n1: pn31 vmb vbi d n1 vmb vbi dt ord n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
720
Image 5
3779
And let us end every day, as we would end our lives, how would we end our lives? we would end them with repentance for our sins past, with commending our souls into the hands of God, with resolution & purpose to please God in all things, with disposing all things wisely in this world:
And let us end every day, as we would end our lives, how would we end our lives? we would end them with Repentance for our Sins past, with commending our Souls into the hands of God, with resolution & purpose to please God in all things, with disposing all things wisely in this world:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
720
Image 5
3780
Let us end our daies, every day so as much as possible may be: let us set every thing right;
Let us end our days, every day so as much as possible may be: let us Set every thing right;
vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2, d n1 av p-acp d c-acp j vmb vbi: vvb pno12 vvi d n1 j-jn;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
720
Image 5
3781
let us set the state of our souls in order, set all in order as much as may be every day;
let us Set the state of our Souls in order, Set all in order as much as may be every day;
vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp n1, vvb d p-acp n1 c-acp d c-acp vmb vbi d n1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
720
Image 5
3782
it were a blessed course if we could do so.
it were a blessed course if we could do so.
pn31 vbdr dt j-vvn n1 cs pns12 vmd vdi av.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
720
Image 5
3783
And this is one part, one main branch of our corruption, wherein it shews it self strongly, that we live in an estate, that we are ashamed to die in.
And this is one part, one main branch of our corruption, wherein it shows it self strongly, that we live in an estate, that we Are ashamed to die in.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
721
Image 5
3784
Come to some men, and aske them, how it is with you? have you repented of your sins past? have you renewed your purposes for the time to come? Yes, we doe it solemnly at the Communion:
Come to Some men, and ask them, how it is with you? have you repented of your Sins past? have you renewed your Purposes for the time to come? Yes, we do it solemnly At the Communion:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
721
Image 5
3785
but we should renew our repentance, and renew our Covenants every day, to please God that day.
but we should renew our Repentance, and renew our Covenants every day, to please God that day.
cc-acp pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1, cc vvi po12 n2 d n1, pc-acp vvi np1 cst n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
721
Image 5
3786
Do you do so now? If God should seize upon you now, are you in the exercise of faith? in the exercise of repentance? in the exercise of holy purposes, to please God? are you in Gods wayes? do you live as you would be content to dye? But Satan and our own corruption bewitcheth us with a vaine hope of long life, we promise our selves that that God doth not promise us;
Do you do so now? If God should seize upon you now, Are you in the exercise of faith? in the exercise of Repentance? in the exercise of holy Purposes, to please God? Are you in God's ways? do you live as you would be content to die? But Satan and our own corruption bewitches us with a vain hope of long life, we promise our selves that that God does not promise us;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
721
Image 5
3787
we make that certain, that God doth not make certain:
we make that certain, that God does not make certain:
pns12 vvb cst j, cst np1 vdz xx vvi j:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
721
Image 5
3788
indeed we are certain of death, but for the time, and manner, and circumstances we know them not, sometimes we think we shall dye when we doe not,
indeed we Are certain of death, but for the time, and manner, and Circumstances we know them not, sometime we think we shall die when we do not,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
721
Image 5
3789
and sometimes we dye when we think we shall not.
and sometime we die when we think we shall not.
cc av pns12 vvb c-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vmb xx.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
721
Image 5
3790
Oh will some say, If I knew when I should dye, I would be a prepared man, I would be exact in my preparation.
O will Some say, If I knew when I should die, I would be a prepared man, I would be exact in my preparation.
uh vmb d vvi, cs pns11 vvd c-crq pns11 vmd vvi, pns11 vmd vbi dt j-vvn n1, pns11 vmd vbi j p-acp po11 n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
722
Image 5
3791
Wouldest thou so? thou art deceived;
Wouldst thou so? thou art deceived;
vmd2 pns21 av? pns21 vb2r vvn;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
722
Image 5
3792
Saul knew exactly he should die, he took it for exact, when the Witch in the shape of Samuel, told him that he should dye by to morrow this time,Saul knew exactly he should die, he took it for exact, when the Witch in the shape of Samuel, told him that he should die by to morrow this time,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
722
Image 5
3793
and yet he dyed desperately upon the swords point for all that, he did not prepare himself.
and yet he died desperately upon the swords point for all that, he did not prepare himself.
cc av pns31 vvd av-j p-acp dt n2 vvb p-acp d d, pns31 vdd xx vvi px31.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
722
Image 5
3794
It must be the Spirit of God that must prepare us for this:
It must be the Spirit of God that must prepare us for this:
pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
722
Image 5
3795
if we knew never so much, that we should die never so soon, we cannot prepare our selves, our preparation must be by the Spirit of God:
if we knew never so much, that we should die never so soon, we cannot prepare our selves, our preparation must be by the Spirit of God:
cs pns12 vvd av-x av av-d, cst pns12 vmd vvi av av av, pns12 vmbx vvi po12 n2, po12 n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
722
Image 5
3796
let us labour continually to be prepared for it.
let us labour continually to be prepared for it.
vvb pno12 vvi av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
722
Image 5
3797
And let no man resolve to take liberty a moment, a minute of an houre to sinne;
And let no man resolve to take liberty a moment, a minute of an hour to sin;
cc vvb dx n1 vvi pc-acp vvi n1 dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
723
Image 5
3798
God hath left it uncertain the day of death;
God hath left it uncertain the day of death;
np1 vhz vvn pn31 j dt n1 pp-f n1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
723
Image 5
3799
what if that moment and minute wherein thou resolvest to sin, should be the moment of thy death and departure hence? for it is but a minutes work to end thy dayes;
what if that moment and minute wherein thou resolvest to since, should be the moment of thy death and departure hence? for it is but a minutes work to end thy days;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
723
Image 5
3800
what if God should end thy dayes in that minute? Let no man take liberty and time to sin,
what if God should end thy days in that minute? Let no man take liberty and time to since,
r-crq cs np1 vmd vvi po21 n2 p-acp d n1? vvb dx n1 vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp n1,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
723
Image 5
3801
when God gives him no liberty in sin.
when God gives him no liberty in since.
c-crq np1 vvz pno31 dx n1 p-acp n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
723
Image 5
3802
If God should strike thee thou goest to Hell quick, thou must sink from sin to Hell:
If God should strike thee thou goest to Hell quick, thou must sink from since to Hell:
cs np1 vmd vvi pno21 pns21 vv2 p-acp n1 j, pns21 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
723
Image 5
3803
It is a pittifull case, when as eternity depends upon our watchfulness in this world.
It is a pitiful case, when as eternity depends upon our watchfulness in this world.
pn31 vbz dt j n1, c-crq p-acp n1 vvz p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
723
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3826
and pleasures, and all leave us then.
and pleasures, and all leave us then.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Here is the end specified that God intended, in suffering him to be brought so low,
Here is the end specified that God intended, in suffering him to be brought so low,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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even to deaths door, that there was but a step between him and death;
even to death's door, that there was but a step between him and death;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
724
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the end is double, That we should not trust in our selves, but in God that raiseth the dead.
the end is double, That we should not trust in our selves, but in God that Raiseth the dead.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
724
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It is set down negatively and positively.
It is Set down negatively and positively.
pn31 vbz vvn a-acp av-j cc av-j.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
724
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First, That we should not trust in our selves, and then that we should trust in God: And the method is excellent:
First, That we should not trust in our selves, and then that we should trust in God: And the method is excellent:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
724
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for we can never trust in God, till we distrust our selves, till our hearts be taken off from all confidence in our selves,
for we can never trust in God, till we distrust our selves, till our hearts be taken off from all confidence in our selves,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
724
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and in the creature, and then when our hearts are taken off from false confidence; they must have somewhat to relie on, and that is God or nothing:
and in the creature, and then when our hearts Are taken off from false confidence; they must have somewhat to rely on, and that is God or nothing:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
724
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for else we shall fall into despaire.
for Else we shall fallen into despair.
c-acp av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
724
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The end of all this was, that We might not trust in our selves, but in God that raiseth the dead.
The end of all this was, that We might not trust in our selves, but in God that Raiseth the dead.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
724
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The wisdom of heaven doth nothing without an end proportionable to that heavenly wisdom:
The Wisdom of heaven does nothing without an end proportionable to that heavenly Wisdom:
dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz pix p-acp dt n1 j p-acp d j n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
725
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so all this sore affliction of the blessed Apostle, what aimed it at? To pull downe, and to build up;
so all this soar affliction of the blessed Apostle, what aimed it At? To pull down, and to built up;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to pull downe selfe-confidence, That we might not trust in our selves: and to build up confidence and affiance in God:
to pull down self-confidence, That we might not trust in our selves: and to built up confidence and affiance in God:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
725
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but in God that raiseth the dead. but in God that Raiseth the dead.
cc-acp p-acp np1 cst vvz dt j.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
725
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We being in a contrary state to grace, and communion with God, this order is necessary, that God must use some way, that we shall not trust in our selves;
We being in a contrary state to grace, and communion with God, this order is necessary, that God must use Some Way, that we shall not trust in our selves;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then to bring us to trust in him: so these two are subordinate ends one to another:
and then to bring us to trust in him: so these two Are subordinate ends one to Another:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
726
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We received the sentence of death, that we might not trust in our selves. We received the sentence of death, that we might not trust in our selves.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
726
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From the dependance this may be observed, that The certain account of death, is a meanes to weane us from our selves, and to make us trust in God.
From the dependence this may be observed, that The certain account of death, is a means to wean us from our selves, and to make us trust in God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
727
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The sentence of death, the assured knowledge that we must dye, the certain expectation, and looking for death, is the way to wean us from the world and to fit us for God, to prepare us for a better life:
The sentence of death, the assured knowledge that we must die, the certain expectation, and looking for death, is the Way to wean us from the world and to fit us for God, to prepare us for a better life:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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you see it follows of necessity, We received the sentence of death, that we should not trust in our selves, &c. The looking for of death therefore takes away confidence in our selves and the creature. Alas!
you see it follows of necessity, We received the sentence of death, that we should not trust in our selves, etc. The looking for of death Therefore Takes away confidence in our selves and the creature. Alas!
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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in death, what can all the creatures help? what can friends, or physick, or money help? then honours,
in death, what can all the creatures help? what can Friends, or physic, or money help? then honours,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
729
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This the rather to note a corrupt Atheisticall course in those that are to deale with sick folk, that are extreame sick, that conceale their estate from them,
This the rather to note a corrupt Atheistical course in those that Are to deal with sick folk, that Are extreme sick, that conceal their estate from them,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and feed them with false hopes of long life, they deserve ill of persons in extremity, to put them in hope of recoverie.
and feed them with false hope's of long life, they deserve ill of Persons in extremity, to put them in hope of recovery.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
730
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Physitians that are not Divines in some measure, what doe they? against their conscience, and against their experience, and against sense:
Physicians that Are not Divines in Some measure, what do they? against their conscience, and against their experience, and against sense:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
730
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Oh, I hope you shall doe well, &c. Alas! what do they? they hurt their souls they breed a false confidence:
O, I hope you shall do well, etc. Alas! what do they? they hurt their Souls they breed a false confidence:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
730
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it is a dangerous thing to trust upon long life, when perhaps they are snatched suddenly away,
it is a dangerous thing to trust upon long life, when perhaps they Are snatched suddenly away,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
730
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before they have made their accompts even with God, before they have set their souls in that state they should doe.
before they have made their accounts even with God, before they have Set their Souls in that state they should do.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
730
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Therefore the best way is to doe as good Isay did with Hezekiah, set thy house in order for thou must dye, that is, in the disposition of second causes, thou shalt have a disease that will bring thee to death, and God had said so:
Therefore the best Way is to do as good Saiah did with Hezekiah, Set thy house in order for thou must die, that is, in the disposition of second Causes, thou shalt have a disease that will bring thee to death, and God had said so:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
731
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God had a reservation, but it was more then Isay knew at that time: Set thy house in order, for thou must dye.
God had a reservation, but it was more then Saiah knew At that time: Set thy house in order, for thou must die.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
731
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So they should begin with God, to tell them (as we say) the worst first:
So they should begin with God, to tell them (as we say) the worst First:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
731
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It is a pittifull thing that death should be accounted the worst, but so it is, by reason of our fearfulness:
It is a pitiful thing that death should be accounted the worst, but so it is, by reason of our fearfulness:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
731
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deal plainly with them, let them receive the sentence of death, that so they may be driven out of themselves and the creature altogether,
deal plainly with them, let them receive the sentence of death, that so they may be driven out of themselves and the creature altogether,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
731
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and be driven to trust in God that raiseth the dead. Put thy soul in order, you are no man of this world:
and be driven to trust in God that Raiseth the dead. Put thy soul in order, you Are no man of this world:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
731
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lest they betray their souls for a little self-respect perhaps, because they would not displease them.
lest they betray their Souls for a little self-respect perhaps, Because they would not displease them.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
731
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It may be in some cases discreet to yield to make the means to work the better,
It may be in Some cases discreet to yield to make the means to work the better,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
732
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but where there is nothing but evident signs of death they ought to deale directly with them, that they may receive the sentence of death.
but where there is nothing but evident Signs of death they ought to deal directly with them, that they may receive the sentence of death.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
732
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It wrought with St. Paul this good effect:
It wrought with Saint Paul this good Effect:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
732
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I received the sentence of death, that we might not trust in our selves, but in God that raiseth the dead. I received the sentence of death, that we might not trust in our selves, but in God that Raiseth the dead.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
732
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It is Gods just judgment upon Hypocrites, and upon many carnall wretched persons, that are led with a false confidence all their life, that trust in the creature, trust in friends,
It is God's just judgement upon Hypocrites, and upon many carnal wretched Persons, that Are led with a false confidence all their life, that trust in the creature, trust in Friends,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
733
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and we are nouzelled up in the use of them;
and we Are nouzelled up in the use of them;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
738
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and riches, that will not trust in God, and will not be taught to number their dayes in their life time:
and riches, that will not trust in God, and will not be taught to number their days in their life time:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
733
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it is just with God to their very death with false confidence, when they come to death, to suffer them to perish in their false confidence, and so to sink into hell.
it is just with God to their very death with false confidence, when they come to death, to suffer them to perish in their false confidence, and so to sink into hell.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
733
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It is just with God to suffer them to have Atheists about them, or weak persons that shall say, Oh, you shall do well enough,
It is just with God to suffer them to have Atheists about them, or weak Persons that shall say, O, you shall do well enough,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
733
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and then even out of a very desire to live, they are willing to believe all,
and then even out of a very desire to live, they Are willing to believe all,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
733
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and so they dy without all shew of change: and as they live, so they dy, and are wretched in both.
and so they die without all show of change: and as they live, so they die, and Are wretched in both.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
733
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The life of a wicked man is ill, his death worse, his estate after death worst of all:
The life of a wicked man is ill, his death Worse, his estate After death worst of all:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
733
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and this is one way whereby God suffers men to fall into the snare of the Devill,
and this is one Way whereby God suffers men to fallen into the snare of the devil,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
733
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when he suffers not those that are about them to deale faithfully.
when he suffers not those that Are about them to deal faithfully.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
733
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3853
St. Paul received the sentence of death, that it might force him not to trust in himself,
Saint Paul received the sentence of death, that it might force him not to trust in himself,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
733
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but in God that raiseth the dead.
but in God that Raiseth the dead.
cc-acp p-acp np1 cst vvz dt j.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
733
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The second thing that is observable hence out of this first part, which is the negative part, is this, that, Gods children are prone to trust in themselves.
The second thing that is observable hence out of this First part, which is the negative part, is this, that, God's children Are prove to trust in themselves.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
734
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The hearts even of Gods deare children, are prone in themselves (if they be left to their own bent,
The hearts even of God's deer children, Are prove in themselves (if they be left to their own bent,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and weight) to self-confidence, and will not hold up in faith and affiance in God,
and weight) to self-confidence, and will not hold up in faith and affiance in God,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
735
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further then they are lifted, and kept up by a Spirit of faith, which God puts into them.
further then they Are lifted, and kept up by a Spirit of faith, which God puts into them.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
735
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It was not in vain that God used this course with blessed St. Paul, here is an end set downe, that he might not trust in himself.
It was not in vain that God used this course with blessed Saint Paul, Here is an end Set down, that he might not trust in himself.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
735
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What, was he in peril to trust in himself? Alas!
What, was he in peril to trust in himself? Alas!
q-crq, vbds pns31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31? np1!
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
735
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St Paul, though he were a holy excellent man, yet he was a man, and in the best man there is a double principle, a principle of nature, of corrupt nature,
Saint Paul, though he were a holy excellent man, yet he was a man, and in the best man there is a double principle, a principle of nature, of corrupt nature,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
735
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and a principle of grace, and he works according to both principles:
and a principle of grace, and he works according to both principles:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
735
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there is an intermixture of both in all his actions, and in all his passions too, in his sufferings.
there is an intermixture of both in all his actions, and in all his passion too, in his sufferings.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
735
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Corruption shews it self in his best deeds, and his best sufferings, in every thing.
Corruption shows it self in his best Deeds, and his best sufferings, in every thing.
n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp po31 js n2, cc po31 js n2, p-acp d n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
735
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That we should not trust in our selves, that is, in any thing in our selves,That we should not trust in our selves, that is, in any thing in our selves,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
735
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or out of our selves, in the creature, it is all one.
or out of our selves, in the creature, it is all one.
cc av pp-f po12 n2, p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz d pi.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
735
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We see by the example of S. Paul that the best are prone to trust in themselvs.
We see by the Exampl of S. Paul that the best Are prove to trust in themselves.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
735
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All this hard usage of S. Paul that he received the sentence of death, it was that he should not trust in himself.
All this hard usage of S. Paul that he received the sentence of death, it was that he should not trust in himself.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
735
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What was there danger in St. Paul, to trust in himself? a man that had been so excercised with crosses and afflictions as he had been, (no man more:) one would think that he had been scoured enough of pride, and self-confidence;
What was there danger in Saint Paul, to trust in himself? a man that had been so exercised with Crosses and afflictions as he had been, (no man more:) one would think that he had been scoured enough of pride, and self-confidence;
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the whippings and misusings, the stocks, the dungeons, &c. would not all this work pride,
the whippings and misusings, the stocks, the dungeons, etc. would not all this work pride,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and self-confidence out of the Apostle? No, so deeply it is invested into our base nature, our trusting to present things, that we cannot live the life of faith, we cannot depend upon God whom we cannot see,
and self-confidence out of the Apostle? No, so deeply it is invested into our base nature, our trusting to present things, that we cannot live the life of faith, we cannot depend upon God whom we cannot see,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but withother eyes then nature • … h:
but withother eyes then nature • … h:
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it is so deeply rooted in our nature, that the blessed Apostle himself must have this great help, to be taught to go out of himself, and to depend upon God;
it is so deeply rooted in our nature, that the blessed Apostle himself must have this great help, to be taught to go out of himself, and to depend upon God;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
735
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we see in what danger he was (in another place) to be lifted up with the revelations he was fain to have a prick in the flesh, a Messenger of Satan to buffet him.
we see in what danger he was (in Another place) to be lifted up with the revelations he was fain to have a prick in the Flesh, a Messenger of Satan to buffet him.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Hezekias his heart was lifted up (as the Scripture speaks) in his treasures, that he shewed to the King of Babylons Ambassadours;Hezekias his heart was lifted up (as the Scripture speaks) in his treasures, that he showed to the King of Babylons ambassadors;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as if he were such a rich Prince.
as if he were such a rich Prince.
c-acp cs pns31 vbdr d dt j n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
736
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And so holy David in numbring the people, to shew what a mighty Prince he was;
And so holy David in numbering the people, to show what a mighty Prince he was;
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736
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it was his vaine confidence, therefore God put him to a strange cure, he punished him in that that he gloried in, he took away so many of his people And so Hezekias was punished in that he sinned in, he was fain to have a purge for it, his treasure was taken away and carried to Babylon. I said in my prosperity (saith holy David) I shall never be moved.
it was his vain confidence, Therefore God put him to a strange cure, he punished him in that that he gloried in, he took away so many of his people And so Hezekias was punished in that he sinned in, he was fain to have a purge for it, his treasure was taken away and carried to Babylon. I said in my Prosperity (Says holy David) I shall never be moved.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The best are Subject to false confidence, to trust in themselves.
The best Are Subject to false confidence, to trust in themselves.
dt js vbr j-jn p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp px32.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
736
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One reason partly, because there is a mixture of corruption in us while we live here:
One reason partly, Because there is a mixture of corruption in us while we live Here:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
737
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and corruption looks to this false principle in us, that will never be wrought out with all the afflictions in the world:
and corruption looks to this false principle in us, that will never be wrought out with all the afflictions in the world:
cc n1 vvz p-acp d j n1 p-acp pno12, cst vmb av-x vbi vvn av p-acp d dt n2 p-acp dt n1:
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till death make an end of corruption, there will be a false trust in our selves,
till death make an end of corruption, there will be a false trust in our selves,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
737
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and in the creature, we cannot trust God perfectly as we should doe.
and in the creature, we cannot trust God perfectly as we should do.
cc p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmbx vvi np1 av-j c-acp pns12 vmd vdi.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
737
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Again, The reason is, because the things of this life are usefull, and commodious unto us,
Again, The reason is, Because the things of this life Are useful, and commodious unto us,
av, dt n1 vbz, c-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr j, cc j p-acp pno12,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
738
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and when Satan doth amplifie them in our fancie, to be greater in goodness then they are,
and when Satan does amplify them in our fancy, to be greater in Goodness then they Are,
cc c-crq np1 vdz vvi pno32 p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vbi jc p-acp n1 cs pns32 vbr,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
738
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& opinion sets a greater worth on them, if there were no Devill:
& opinion sets a greater worth on them, if there were no devil:
cc n1 vvz dt jc n1 p-acp pno32, cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
738
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but he presenting these things in all the lusture he can, he helps the imagination, which he hath more to doe with then with all the parts of the soul:
but he presenting these things in all the lustre he can, he helps the imagination, which he hath more to do with then with all the parts of the soul:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
738
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and the soul looks in the glass of opinion upon these things, and thinks they are goodly, great matters, learning and wisdom, honour and riches;
and the soul looks in the glass of opinion upon these things, and thinks they Are goodly, great matters, learning and Wisdom, honour and riches;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
738
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looking upon them as they are amplified by the false fancie of others and the competition of the world wherein we live;
looking upon them as they Are amplified by the false fancy of Others and the competition of the world wherein we live;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
738
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every man is greedy, and hastie of these things: All men have not faith for better things, therefore they are mad of these.
every man is greedy, and hasty of these things: All men have not faith for better things, Therefore they Are mad of these.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
738
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So the competition of others, and the inlarging our conceits upon them, above their worth, these make us put greater confidence in them,
So the competition of Others, and the enlarging our conceits upon them, above their worth, these make us put greater confidence in them,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
738
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and then we come to trust in our selves, and in them, and not in God.
and then we come to trust in our selves, and in them, and not in God.
cc av pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp pno32, cc xx p-acp np1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
738
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Naturally we cannot see the nothingness of the creature, that as it came out of nothing,
Naturally we cannot see the nothingness of the creature, that as it Come out of nothing,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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so it will turn to nothing:
so it will turn to nothing:
av pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pix:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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but because it is sensible, these good things are sensible, and present, and necessarie, and usefull:
but Because it is sensible, these good things Are sensible, and present, and necessary, and useful:
cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz j, d j n2 vbr j, cc j, cc j, cc j:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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and naturally we live by our senses, therefore we place our delight in them, that when they are taken away, all the soul goes with them.
and naturally we live by our Senses, Therefore we place our delight in them, that when they Are taken away, all the soul Goes with them.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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As he that leans upon a crutch, or any thing, when that is taken away, down he fals:
As he that leans upon a crutch, or any thing, when that is taken away, down he falls:
p-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cc d n1, c-crq d vbz vvn av, a-acp pns31 vvz:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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so it is with a man by nature, he trusts to these things, & when they go, his soul sinks together with the things.
so it is with a man by nature, he trusts to these things, & when they go, his soul sinks together with the things.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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Even as it is with those that are in a stream, when they are in a running stream, they are carried with the stream;
Even as it is with those that Are in a stream, when they Are in a running stream, they Are carried with the stream;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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so all these things go away, they are of a fleeting condition, we see them not in their passage,
so all these things go away, they Are of a fleeting condition, we see them not in their passage,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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when they are gone we see them past:
when they Are gone we see them past:
c-crq pns32 vbr vvn pns12 vvb pno32 j:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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we see not our selves vanish by little and little out of this life, we see not the creatures present, we see not death,
we see not our selves vanish by little and little out of this life, we see not the creatures present, we see not death,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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and other things beyond death, as we should by the eye of faith:
and other things beyond death, as we should by the eye of faith:
cc j-jn n2 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vmd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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so things passe, and we passe with them, the stream and we run together, it must be a great measure of faith that must help this.
so things pass, and we pass with them, the stream and we run together, it must be a great measure of faith that must help this.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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We are prone to trust to sensible things naturally we know what it is to live by sense:
We Are prove to trust to sensible things naturally we know what it is to live by sense:
pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 av-j pns12 vvb r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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but to live by faith it is a remote thing, to lead our lives by reasons drawn from things that are not seen:
but to live by faith it is a remote thing, to led our lives by Reasons drawn from things that Are not seen:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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to live by promises it is a hard thing, when things • … at are sensible cannot work upon us.
to live by promises it is a hard thing, when things • … At Are sensible cannot work upon us.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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When we see men dye, and see the vanitie of things sensible, it will not work upon us:
When we see men die, and see the vanity of things sensible, it will not work upon us:
c-crq pns12 vvb n2 vvi, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 j, pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno12:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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how then doe we think that things that are supernaturall (which are remote farre above sense) should work on us:
how then do we think that things that Are supernatural (which Are remote Far above sense) should work on us:
c-crq av vdb pns12 vvb d n2 cst vbr j (r-crq vbr j av-j p-acp n1) vmd vvi p-acp pno12:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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it is a hard thing not to trust to our selves, we are so adicted to live by sense:
it is a hard thing not to trust to our selves, we Are so addicted to live by sense:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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and there is some corruption in St. Paul, in the best men, to trust to present things.
and there is Some corruption in Saint Paul, in the best men, to trust to present things.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
739
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Who doth not think, but he shall live one day longer? and so trusts to life.
Who does not think, but he shall live one day longer? and so trusts to life.
q-crq vdz xx vvi, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi crd n1 av-jc? cc av vvz p-acp n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As the Heathen man could say, There is not the oldest man but he thinks he may live a little longer, one day longer:
As the Heathen man could say, There is not the oldest man but he thinks he may live a little longer, one day longer:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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who makes that use of mortality, and the uncertain fading condition of this life, as he should? and all because of a false trust:
who makes that use of mortality, and the uncertain fading condition of this life, as he should? and all Because of a false trust:
r-crq vvz d n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j j-vvg n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp pns31 vmd? cc d c-acp pp-f dt j n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
740
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as in other things, so in the continuance of life, we see we are prone to trust, to put base false confidence in somewhat or other while we live in this world.
as in other things, so in the Continuance of life, we see we Are prove to trust, to put base false confidence in somewhat or other while we live in this world.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
740
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Again, our nature being prone to outward things, and sunk deeply into them, it can hardly be recovered, it cannot be sober without much ado,
Again, our nature being prove to outward things, and sunk deeply into them, it can hardly be recovered, it cannot be Sobrium without much ado,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
741
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and brought from trusting of present things. You have some men that have things at will in this world:
and brought from trusting of present things. You have Some men that have things At will in this world:
cc vvd p-acp vvg pp-f j n2. pn22 vhb d n2 cst vhb n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1:
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741
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they never know what faith means, all their life they live by sense, their conscience is not awaked,
they never know what faith means, all their life they live by sense, their conscience is not awaked,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
741
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and outward afflictions seize not on them, and supply of earthly things they have: what Religion means, and what God, and Heaven means, they have heard of them perhaps,
and outward afflictions seize not on them, and supply of earthly things they have: what Religion means, and what God, and Heaven means, they have herd of them perhaps,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
741
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but throughly, and inwardly what it means they never came to know in this world without there be some alteration and changes:
but thoroughly, and inwardly what it means they never Come to know in this world without there be Some alteration and changes:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
741
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they must have some changes, The wicked have no changes, saith the Prophet:
they must have Some changes, The wicked have no changes, Says the Prophet:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
741
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but while they be as they are they know not God, nor themselves, nor the vanity of earthly things.
but while they be as they Are they know not God, nor themselves, nor the vanity of earthly things.
cc-acp cs pns32 vbb c-acp pns32 vbr pns32 vvb xx np1, ccx px32, ccx dt n1 pp-f j n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
741
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We speak the truth of God to a company ofttimes, that are besotted with sensuality, and that have perpetual supply of earthly things:
We speak the truth of God to a company ofttimes, that Are besotted with sensuality, and that have perpetual supply of earthly things:
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741
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speak to them of faith, and of things that are remote from sence &c. they hear them as if they were in a dream;
speak to them of faith, and of things that Are remote from sense etc. they hear them as if they were in a dream;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
741
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Nature is prone to trust in present things, even in the best, in St. Paul himself.
Nature is prove to trust in present things, even in the best, in Saint Paul himself.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
741
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As why doth God humble great ones with great afflictions? why doth he humble great men, great and excellent Christians with great falls? that they might not trust in themselves;
As why does God humble great ones with great afflictions? why does he humble great men, great and excellent Christians with great falls? that they might not trust in themselves;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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no, not in their own present graces.
no, not in their own present graces.
uh-x, xx p-acp po32 d j n2.
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742
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God will not bring a man to salvation now, by grace in himself to give him title to heaven; God will not bring a man to salvation now, by grace in himself to give him title to heaven;
np1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 av, p-acp n1 p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 p-acp n1;
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742
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his graces must onely be to help his evidence that he is not an hypocrite,
his graces must only be to help his evidence that he is not an hypocrite,
po31 n2 vmb av-j vbi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cst pns31 vbz xx dt n1,
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742
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and to give evidence to others, that others may see his good works &c. but if he come to trust in them once, to set them in Christs stead, God will abase his pride by suffering him to fall, that he may go out of himself to be saved by Christ,
and to give evidence to Others, that Others may see his good works etc. but if he come to trust in them once, to Set them in Christ stead, God will abase his pride by suffering him to fallen, that he may go out of himself to be saved by christ,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
742
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and to seek for mercy in Christ.
and to seek for mercy in christ.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
742
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And this is the reason why God in his providence doth great things by small means, without means,
And this is the reason why God in his providence does great things by small means, without means,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
743
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and against means sometimes, when he crosses and curses great means, it is that we might not trust in our selves, we are prone to self-confidence;
and against means sometime, when he Crosses and curses great means, it is that we might not trust in our selves, we Are prove to self-confidence;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
743
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and because God will cure it:
and Because God will cure it:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
743
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for we must not carry it to heaven with us, therefore he is forced to take this kind of dispensation.
for we must not carry it to heaven with us, Therefore he is forced to take this kind of Dispensation.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
743
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3938
Proud flesh will alway devise something but that which it should do to uphold it self withall;
Proud Flesh will always devise something but that which it should do to uphold it self withal;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
744
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it will not be driven from all its holds, God hath much ado to work it out from all its holds;
it will not be driven from all its holds, God hath much ado to work it out from all its holds;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
744
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if it have not wealth, it will have wit, and policy;
if it have not wealth, it will have wit, and policy;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
744
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or if it have not that, it will have Civil life, and outward works to trust to, and to swell it with:
or if it have not that, it will have Civil life, and outward works to trust to, and to swell it with:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
744
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but to come and give God the glory of Salvation onely by mercy, and to depend onely on God,
but to come and give God the glory of Salvation only by mercy, and to depend only on God,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
744
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and to see an insufficiency in any thing we do, it can hardly be brought to passe.
and to see an insufficiency in any thing we do, it can hardly be brought to pass.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
744
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Insomuch that that Article of Justification by the obedience of Christ onely, it is meerly a spiritual thing, altogether transcending nature.
Insomuch that that Article of Justification by the Obedience of christ only, it is merely a spiritual thing, altogether transcending nature.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
744
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No marvel if we find such opposition from the Church of Rome, and all, unlesse it be the true Church, they understand not the main Article of salvation onely by mercy,
No marvel if we find such opposition from the Church of Rome, and all, unless it be the true Church, they understand not the main Article of salvation only by mercy,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
745
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because nature is so desperatly prone to self confidence.
Because nature is so desperately prove to self confidence.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
745
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Let us take heed of false confidence in the things of this life, of confidence in any thing but in God.
Let us take heed of false confidence in the things of this life, of confidence in any thing but in God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
746
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But to come to some tryals.
But to come to Some trials.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
747
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You will say, how shall we know whether we put over-much confidence in them or no?
You will say, how shall we know whither we put overmuch confidence in them or not?
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
747
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We trust them too much when we grow proud upon any thing, when our spirits are lifted up.
We trust them too much when we grow proud upon any thing, when our spirits Are lifted up.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
748
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Charge rich men that they be not high-minded, insinuating that they are in danger to be high-minded:Charge rich men that they be not High-minded, insinuating that they Are in danger to be High-minded:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
748
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If riches increase set not your hearts upon them, saith the Psalmist; there is great danger when the heart is set on them,If riches increase Set not your hearts upon them, Says the Psalmist; there is great danger when the heart is Set on them,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
748
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and lifted up, when men think themselves so much the better as they are greater.
and lifted up, when men think themselves so much the better as they Are greater.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
748
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Indeed if they weigh themselves in a Civil balance it is so, but the corrupt nature of man goes further,
Indeed if they weigh themselves in a Civil balance it is so, but the corrupt nature of man Goes further,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
748
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and thinks a man intrinsically better, and more beloved of God for these things. It is a dangerous sign that we trust too much to them.
and thinks a man intrinsically better, and more Beloved of God for these things. It is a dangerous Signen that we trust too much to them.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
748
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Again, over-much grief if they be taken away any of them, or if we be crossed in them:
Again, overmuch grief if they be taken away any of them, or if we be crossed in them:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
749
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the grief in wanting betrayes the love in enjoying.
the grief in wanting betrays the love in enjoying.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
749
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It is a sign that Job had gotten a great measure of self-denial, not to trust in himself or his riches, (though he were a rich man:) because when they were taken away, Blessed be God, saith he, thou gavest them, and thou hast taken them away.
It is a Signen that Job had got a great measure of self-denial, not to trust in himself or his riches, (though he were a rich man:) Because when they were taken away, Blessed be God, Says he, thou Gavest them, and thou hast taken them away.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
749
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He that can stand when his stay is taken from him, it is a sign he trusts not too much to his stay:
He that can stand when his stay is taken from him, it is a Signen he trusts not too much to his stay:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
749
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he that is so weak that when his stay is taken away down he falls, it is a sign he leans hard.
he that is so weak that when his stay is taken away down he falls, it is a Signen he leans hard.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
749
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3962
Those that when these things are taken from them, when their friends are taken away,
Those that when these things Are taken from them, when their Friends Are taken away,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
749
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or their honours, or riches are taken away, yet they can support themselves out of diviner grounds, it is a sign they did not overmuch trust these things (nature will work something but) over-much grief betrayes over-much love alwaies.
or their honours, or riches Are taken away, yet they can support themselves out of diviner grounds, it is a Signen they did not overmuch trust these things (nature will work something but) overmuch grief betrays overmuch love always.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
749
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Again, (which is but a branch of the other) we may know that we over-much set by them, by fretting to be crossed in any of these things.
Again, (which is but a branch of the other) we may know that we overmuch Set by them, by fretting to be crossed in any of these things.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
750
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A man may know Achitophel trusted too much to his policie and wit, when he was crossed he could not indure it, we see he made away himself for very shame.
A man may know Ahithophel trusted too much to his policy and wit, when he was crossed he could not endure it, we see he made away himself for very shame.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
750
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When a man is crossed in his wit and policy, when he is crossed in those projects he hath laid:
When a man is crossed in his wit and policy, when he is crossed in those projects he hath laid:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
750
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when he is crossed in his preferment, or riches, or friends then he is all amort he frets, which is more then grieving;
when he is crossed in his preferment, or riches, or Friends then he is all amort he frets, which is more then grieving;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
750
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when he not onely greives, but with Achitophel he goes to ill courses, it is a sign he trusted too much,
when he not only grieves, but with Ahithophel he Goes to ill courses, it is a Signen he trusted too much,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
750
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and too basely to them before.
and too basely to them before.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
750
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Again, when the enjoying of these things is joyned with contempt and base esteem of others it is a sign that we rest too much in them, there is more trust put to them then they should bear, we should not in the enjoying of honour,
Again, when the enjoying of these things is joined with contempt and base esteem of Others it is a Signen that we rest too much in them, there is more trust put to them then they should bear, we should not in the enjoying of honour,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
751
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or riches, or pleasures, or any thing, think the meaner of others.
or riches, or pleasures, or any thing, think the meaner of Others.
cc n2, cc n2, cc d n1, vvb dt jc pp-f n2-jn.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
751
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Especially security shewes that we trust too much in them, when we bless our selves, I shall do well, Soul, soul, thou hast goods laid up for many years, saith the foole,
Especially security shows that we trust too much in them, when we bless our selves, I shall do well, Soul, soul, thou hast goods laid up for many Years, Says the fool,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
752
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and he was but a foole for it, to promise certainty for uncertainty. A man cannot stand in that which cannot stand it self:
and he was but a fool for it, to promise certainty for uncertainty. A man cannot stand in that which cannot stand it self:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
752
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to promise life in a dying condition, to promise any thing in this world when the very nature of them is uncertain. Thou foole, saith the Scripture.
to promise life in a dying condition, to promise any thing in this world when the very nature of them is uncertain. Thou fool, Says the Scripture.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
752
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If his soul had been so full of faith, as his Barnes were of Corn, he would never have said, Soul, soul, take thy rest, for these things;
If his soul had been so full of faith, as his Barns were of Corn, he would never have said, Soul, soul, take thy rest, for these things;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
752
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but he would have trusted in God.
but he would have trusted in God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
752
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It is a sign we trust too much to these things, when we secure our selves, all will be well,
It is a Signen we trust too much to these things, when we secure our selves, all will be well,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
752
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and blesse our selves, as the Scripture speaks.
and bless our selves, as the Scripture speaks.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
752
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Again, it is a sign we trust too much to these things, when upon confidence of these things we go to ill,
Again, it is a Signen we trust too much to these things, when upon confidence of these things we go to ill,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
753
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and unwarrantable courses, and think to be born out by these things.
and unwarrantable courses, and think to be born out by these things.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
753
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As when the younger sort shall pour forth themselves to vanity, and are carelesse of swearing,
As when the younger sort shall pour forth themselves to vanity, and Are careless of swearing,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
753
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and licentiousnesse, that they care not what to do, they shall live long enough to repent, &c. This is a diabolicall trust, that God will give them no security in.
and licentiousness, that they care not what to do, they shall live long enough to Repent, etc. This is a diabolical trust, that God will give them no security in.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
753
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So when men that have riches will venture on bad causes, and think to carrie it out with their purse:
So when men that have riches will venture on bad Causes, and think to carry it out with their purse:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
753
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they trust in matter of oppression, and think to bear out the matter with their friends,
they trust in matter of oppression, and think to bear out the matter with their Friends,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
753
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or with their place, or with their wits, this is false trust.
or with their place, or with their wits, this is false trust.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
753
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Thy wisdom, hath caused thee to rebell, as the Prophet saith concerning Babylon: they thought they had reaching heads,Thy Wisdom, hath caused thee to rebel, as the Prophet Says Concerning Babylon: they Thought they had reaching Heads,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
753
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and so ventured upon rebellious courses.
and so ventured upon rebellious courses.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
753
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When any of these outward things draw us to unwarrantable, unjustifiable courses, it is a sign we plant too much confidence in them:
When any of these outward things draw us to unwarrantable, unjustifiable courses, it is a Signen we plant too much confidence in them:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
753
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and it is a sign if we belong to God that he intends to crosse us in them.
and it is a Signen if we belong to God that he intends to cross us in them.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
753
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The very confidence in these things, hath drawn many to ill courses, to do that that they should not do,
The very confidence in these things, hath drawn many to ill courses, to do that that they should not do,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
753
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as good Josias, Hezechias, David and the rest.
as good Josiah, Hezekiah, David and the rest.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
753
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Thus we see how we should examine our selves, whether we trust too much in these things or no.
Thus we see how we should examine our selves, whither we trust too much in these things or no.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
754
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Now, since we are thus prone to this false confidence, and since we may thus discern it:
Now, since we Are thus prove to this false confidence, and since we may thus discern it:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
755
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if we discerne it in our selves, how shall we cure it? That in the next doctrine.
if we discern it in our selves, how shall we cure it? That in the next Doctrine.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
755
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That we might not trust in our selves. From whence observe, It is a dangerous state to trust in our selves.That we might not trust in our selves. From whence observe, It is a dangerous state to trust in our selves.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
755
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This ill disposition, to trust in our selves, or any thing out of our selves, but onely in God (in whom we should trust) it is dangerous.
This ill disposition, to trust in our selves, or any thing out of our selves, but only in God (in whom we should trust) it is dangerous.
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For a man may reason thus from the text:
For a man may reason thus from the text:
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That which God is forced to take such desparate courses for, as to bring such an excellent man as St. Paul to such extremity,
That which God is forced to take such desperate courses for, as to bring such an excellent man as Saint Paul to such extremity,
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and all that he should not trust in himself, that he was not onely prone to,
and all that he should not trust in himself, that he was not only prove to,
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but it was a dangerous estate for him:
but it was a dangerous estate for him:
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but God brings him to deaths doore, that he received the sentence of death, that he might not trust in himself, that he might see the nothingnesse of all things else,
but God brings him to death's door, that he received the sentence of death, that he might not trust in himself, that he might see the nothingness of all things Else,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore it was a dangerous estate for him to trust in himself. It is ill in respect of God. Our selves. In respect of God:
Therefore it was a dangerous estate for him to trust in himself. It is ill in respect of God. Our selves. In respect of God:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to trust to our selves, or the creature, is to Idolize our selves, or the creature:
to trust to our selves, or the creature, is to Idolise our selves, or the creature:
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we make an Idol of the thing we trust in, we put God out of his place,
we make an Idol of the thing we trust in, we put God out of his place,
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and set up that we trust in, in Gods roome, and so provoke God to jealousie.
and Set up that we trust in, in God's room, and so provoke God to jealousy.
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VVhen men shall trust their wits in matters of Religion, (as in Popery they do, they serve God after their own inventions) what a dishonour is it to God? as if he were not wise enough to prescribe how he will be worshipped.
When men shall trust their wits in matters of Religion, (as in Popery they do, they serve God After their own Inventions) what a dishonour is it to God? as if he were not wise enough to prescribe how he will be worshipped.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Go after me, Satan, saith Christ to Peter, he calls him Divell, why, what hurt was it, he came with a good intention? That which Popery think they please God most in, they are Divells in,Go After me, Satan, Says christ to Peter, he calls him devil, why, what hurt was it, he Come with a good intention? That which Popery think they please God most in, they Are Devils in,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and these things that they teach are the doctrines of Divells.
and these things that they teach Are the doctrines of Devils.
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But the wisdom of the flesh is death, it is not subject to the law of God nor can be subject, saith the Apostle, Rom. 8. So it is dangerous,But the Wisdom of the Flesh is death, it is not Subject to the law of God nor can be Subject, Says the Apostle, Rom. 8. So it is dangerous,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because it is offensive to God. There is a way that seemeth right in a mans own eyes:
Because it is offensive to God. There is a Way that seems right in a men own eyes:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the issues whereof are the issues of Death. It is Idolatry in regard of God. And it is spirituall Adultery:the issues whereof Are the issues of Death. It is Idolatry in regard of God. And it is spiritual Adultery:
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for what should take up our affections? should we not place our joy, our delight, (which follows our trust alway:
for what should take up our affections? should we not place our joy, our delight, (which follows our trust always:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for trust carries the whole soul with it:) what should take up our joy,
for trust carries the Whole soul with it:) what should take up our joy,
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and delight? should not God, and Heaven, and Heavenly things? should not these things have place in our hearts,
and delight? should not God, and Heaven, and Heavenly things? should not these things have place in our hearts,
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as they have in their own worth? when we take these affections from God, and place them upon the creature, they are Adulterous affections:
as they have in their own worth? when we take these affections from God, and place them upon the creature, they Are Adulterous affections:
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when we love riches, or pleasures better then God that gave us all, it is an Adulterous whorish Love, Oh ye Adulterer s, and Adulteresses, saith blessed St. James, know ye not that the love of this world is enmity with God? It is likewise falshood:
when we love riches, or pleasures better then God that gave us all, it is an Adulterous whorish Love, O you Adulterer s, and Adulteresses, Says blessed Saint James, know you not that the love of this world is enmity with God? It is likewise falsehood:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for it makes the creature to be that, that it is not, and it makes God that which he is not:
for it makes the creature to be that, that it is not, and it makes God that which he is not:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we despise him, and set up the creature in his roome. There is a false witnesse alway in false confidence:
we despise him, and Set up the creature in his room. There is a false witness always in false confidence:
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indeed there are many sins in it. There is Ignorance, not knowing the creature to be so vain as it is:
indeed there Are many Sins in it. There is Ignorance, not knowing the creature to be so vain as it is:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is Ignorance of God, not knowing him to be All in all, as he is.
there is Ignorance of God, not knowing him to be All in all, as he is.
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And there is rebellion, to trust in the Creature when God will not have it trusted in.
And there is rebellion, to trust in the Creature when God will not have it trusted in.
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And there is impatience, when these supports are taken away then men grow to murmuring. There is almost all sins hidden in self-confidence, and self-sufficiencie:
And there is impatience, when these supports Are taken away then men grow to murmuring. There is almost all Sins hidden in self-confidence, and self-sufficiency:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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you see the danger of it to God.
you see the danger of it to God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Besides that it is dangerous to our selves, it brings us under a curse, Cursed is the man that maketh flesh his armes, Jer. 17. that trusts in any thing but God.
Beside that it is dangerous to our selves, it brings us under a curse, Cursed is the man that makes Flesh his arms, Jer. 17. that trusts in any thing but God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It brings us under a curse, as I said, because it is Idolatry, and spiritual Adultery.
It brings us under a curse, as I said, Because it is Idolatry, and spiritual Adultery.
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And then again, because leaning to a false prop, that being taken away that shored us up before, down we fall with that we leaned on.
And then again, Because leaning to a false prop, that being taken away that shored us up before, down we fallen with that we leaned on.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now all things but God being vanity, we relying upon that which is vain, our trust is vain, as the thing is vain:
Now all things but God being vanity, we relying upon that which is vain, our trust is vain, as the thing is vain:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we can hope for no better condition then the things we trust to, they are vain, and we are vain:
we can hope for no better condition then the things we trust to, they Are vain, and we Are vain:
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so there is a curse upon them.
so there is a curse upon them.
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Therefore we have great cause to hate that upstart Religion, that hath been devised for their own ends,
Therefore we have great cause to hate that upstart Religion, that hath been devised for their own ends,
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for their own profit, because it would bring us under a curse.
for their own profit, Because it would bring us under a curse.
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They would have us to trust to our own works in matter of salvation, to trust to our own satisfaction to be freed from Purgatorie, &c. They would have us to trust to creatures, to something besides God;
They would have us to trust to our own works in matter of salvation, to trust to our own satisfaction to be freed from Purgatory, etc. They would have us to trust to creatures, to something beside God;
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to trust in the mediation of Saints, to be our intercessors, &c. And what doth this false trust? it breeds despair at length.
to trust in the mediation of Saints, to be our intercessors, etc. And what does this false trust? it breeds despair At length.
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What is the reason, that a well advised Papist, (that knowes what he doth) cannot but despair,
What is the reason, that a well advised Papist, (that knows what he does) cannot but despair,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or else renounce Popery? Because Popery carries the soul to false props in matter of Justification:
or Else renounce Popery? Because Popery carries the soul to false props in matter of Justification:
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they renounce their own Religion at the hour of death, as Bellarmine did:
they renounce their own Religion At the hour of death, as Bellarmine did:
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they live by one Religion and die by another, which would not be if their Religion were good.
they live by one Religion and die by Another, which would not be if their Religion were good.
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For their hearts tell them that they have not done so many works that they may trust in them,
For their hearts tell them that they have not done so many works that they may trust in them,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and they have not been so well done that they may trust in them. It is a dangerous thing.
and they have not been so well done that they may trust in them. It is a dangerous thing.
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Cursed is he that trusts in man, or in any thing in man.Cursed is he that trusts in man, or in any thing in man.
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Nay, we must not trust our own graces, as they are in our selves, not by way of merit, no, not by way of strength, we must not trust our present graces, to carrie us out, without new supply to further us.
Nay, we must not trust our own graces, as they Are in our selves, not by Way of merit, no, not by Way of strength, we must not trust our present graces, to carry us out, without new supply to further us.
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It was Peters fault, Though all men deny thee, yet will not I:
It was Peter's fault, Though all men deny thee, yet will not I:
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he trusted to his present strength, he forgot that if he had not a new supply from the spring of grace, that he should miserably miscarry, and so he died.
he trusted to his present strength, he forgotten that if he had not a new supply from the spring of grace, that he should miserably miscarry, and so he died.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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All our righteousnesse to trust to it, it is a broken reed.
All our righteousness to trust to it, it is a broken reed.
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It is somewhat, if we place it in the due place, to give us evidence that we are true Christians:
It is somewhat, if we place it in the due place, to give us evidence that we Are true Christians:
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but to trust in it by way of merit, the Divell will pick so many holes in that kind of title,
but to trust in it by Way of merit, the devil will pick so many holes in that kind of title,
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and conscience will see so many flawes in it, if we bring no better title, then either the holinesse in us, or the works from us;
and conscience will see so many flaws in it, if we bring no better title, then either the holiness in us, or the works from us;
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the Divell and our own conscience will spie so many flawes and cracks in it at the time of Death, that we shall not dare to trust in it,
the devil and our own conscience will spy so many flaws and cracks in it At the time of Death, that we shall not Dare to trust in it,
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but we must run out of our selves to Christ, or else we die in desperation. Let us know these things:
but we must run out of our selves to christ, or Else we die in desperation. Let us know these things:
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all things but God, the more we know them, the lesse we trust in them:
all things but God, the more we know them, the less we trust in them:
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but it is clean contrary of God, the more we know him, the more we shall trust in hm:
but it is clean contrary of God, the more we know him, the more we shall trust in him:
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the more we meditate, and enlarge our hearts in the consideration of his divine essence every way, the more we shall trust in him, They that know thy Name, will trust in thee, Psal. 9. Let us trust in no outward thing.
the more we meditate, and enlarge our hearts in the consideration of his divine essence every Way, the more we shall trust in him, They that know thy Name, will trust in thee, Psalm 9. Let us trust in no outward thing.
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No, not in the humanity of Christ (I add that further:) we are very prone to trust in things sensible:
No, not in the humanity of christ (I add that further:) we Are very prove to trust in things sensible:
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and the Apostles, because Christ was present with them, and comfortable among them: (as indeed he was sweet, and loving;
and the Apostles, Because christ was present with them, and comfortable among them: (as indeed he was sweet, and loving;
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bearing with their infirmities, and incouraging them upon all occasions) O they were loath to part with him;
bearing with their infirmities, and encouraging them upon all occasions) Oh they were loath to part with him;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
767
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he tells them that he must leave them, but they should not fare the worse, he would send them the Comforter. The flesh it self profits nothing without the Godhead saith he.
he tells them that he must leave them, but they should not fare the Worse, he would send them the Comforter. The Flesh it self profits nothing without the Godhead Says he.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
767
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Trust not in the Sacraments above their place.
Trust not in the Sacraments above their place.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
768
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It is a dangerous thing to put too much in any creature, (God is extreamly offended at it) as not onely our adversaries the Papists,
It is a dangerous thing to put too much in any creature, (God is extremely offended At it) as not only our Adversaries the Papists,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
768
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but proud persons among us, that are weary of the doctrine of the Church, and will not submit (in their pride) to riper judgments:
but proud Persons among us, that Are weary of the Doctrine of the Church, and will not submit (in their pride) to riper Judgments:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
768
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they attribute too much to the Sacraments, as some others do too little:
they attribute too much to the Sacraments, as Some Others do too little:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
768
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they attribute a presence there, they make it an Idol, they give it such reverence as they will not do to God himself: and from a false conceit.
they attribute a presence there, they make it an Idol, they give it such Reverence as they will not do to God himself: and from a false conceit.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
768
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Oh, there is I know not what presence. Therefore the Lutherans must needs in a great degree be Idolaters, by their Consubstantiation:
O, there is I know not what presence. Therefore the Lutherans must needs in a great degree be Idolaters, by their Consubstantiation:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
768
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and the Papists by their Transubstantiation, by their reall presence.
and the Papists by their Transubstantiation, by their real presence.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
768
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4064
Coster saith, and saith truly, If Christ be not there, we are the greatest Idolaters in the world.Coster Says, and Says truly, If christ be not there, we Are the greatest Idolaters in the world.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
768
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4065
But there is a more subtile kind of attributing to the Sacraments, that alway God gives grace with the Sacraments, the Sacraments convey grace alway;
But there is a more subtle kind of attributing to the Sacraments, that always God gives grace with the Sacraments, the Sacraments convey grace always;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
769
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4066
as a plaister it hath a kind of power to eat out the dead flesh, and as Physick hath a power to carry away the ill humours:
as a plaster it hath a kind of power to eat out the dead Flesh, and as Physic hath a power to carry away the ill humours:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
769
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so the conveying of Grace is included in the Sacraments: so they tie Gods Grace to these things.
so the conveying of Grace is included in the Sacraments: so they tie God's Grace to these things.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
769
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4068
Indeed, there is grace by them, though not in them. God gives grace to the humble receiver:
Indeed, there is grace by them, though not in them. God gives grace to the humble receiver:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
770
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but otherwise, to him that comes not with an humble, believing heart, they are seals to a blanck, there is no validity in them.
but otherwise, to him that comes not with an humble, believing heart, they Are Seals to a blank, there is no validity in them.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
770
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4070
All the good use they have is to strengthen faith:
All the good use they have is to strengthen faith:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
770
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4071
and if there be not something before, to be strengthened, and confirmed, and assured, they are but seals to a blanck.
and if there be not something before, to be strengthened, and confirmed, and assured, they Are but Seals to a blank.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
770
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4072
It is in these things according to our faith, and according to our preparation, and then God in the holy,
It is in these things according to our faith, and according to our preparation, and then God in the holy,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
770
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4073
and humble, and faithful use of them blesseth his own ordinance, for the increase, and confirming of our faith,
and humble, and faithful use of them Blesses his own Ordinance, for the increase, and confirming of our faith,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
770
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4074
and for the increase and strengthening of all grace.
and for the increase and strengthening of all grace.
cc p-acp dt n1 cc vvg pp-f d n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
770
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4075
So that there is not any thing in the Church, but the proud, naughty heart of man, will take hurt by it rather then submit to the pure, and powerful truth of God:
So that there is not any thing in the Church, but the proud, naughty heart of man, will take hurt by it rather then submit to the pure, and powerful truth of God:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
771
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4076
it will have by-wayes to have Confidence in the flesh one way or other.
it will have byways to have Confidence in the Flesh one Way or other.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
771
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4077
And many men rather then they will trust to sound repentance, and humiliation for sin, they will trust to the words of absolution without it,
And many men rather then they will trust to found Repentance, and humiliation for since, they will trust to the words of absolution without it,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
772
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4078
and when are they said, go to hell with a pardon about their necks. The false heart will trust to outward things though it be damned for it;
and when Are they said, go to hell with a pardon about their necks. The false heart will trust to outward things though it be damned for it;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
772
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4079
In their place they are good, if they be used onely as helps in their kind.
In their place they Are good, if they be used only as helps in their kind.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
772
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4080
We lay more weight upon outward things, upon the Sacraments, and upon the words of the Minister then they will bear,
We lay more weight upon outward things, upon the Sacraments, and upon the words of the Minister then they will bear,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
772
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4081
and never care for the inward powerful work of grace.
and never care for the inward powerful work of grace.
cc av-x vvb p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
772
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4082
Everything of God is excellent in their order and kind, but our corrupt hearts bring an ill report upon the things.
Everything of God is excellent in their order and kind, but our corrupt hearts bring an ill report upon the things.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
772
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4083
You see then, it is a dangerous disposition to trust any too much; it is to Idolize them, and to wrong God, to take the honour from God;
You see then, it is a dangerous disposition to trust any too much; it is to Idolise them, and to wrong God, to take the honour from God;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
773
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4084
it is to hurt our selves, and bring our selves under a curse; and to wrong the things themselves, to bring an evil report upon the things.
it is to hurt our selves, and bring our selves under a curse; and to wrong the things themselves, to bring an evil report upon the things.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
773
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4085
It is universally true, you shall never see a false, bitter heart, that will not stoop to Gods plain truth, (they will have by-wayes of their own) but in some measure or other they are barren of greater matters,
It is universally true, you shall never see a false, bitter heart, that will not stoop to God's plain truth, (they will have byways of their own) but in Some measure or other they Are barren of greater matters,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
773
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4086
and given up to some sensible bitternesse, to self-conceitednesse, and self-confidence; they are alway punished in that kind with a spiritual kind of punishment.
and given up to Some sensible bitterness, to Self-conceitedness, and self-confidence; they Are always punished in that kind with a spiritual kind of punishment.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
773
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4087
We must take heed therefore of trusting too much eo any thing, but God himself:
We must take heed Therefore of trusting too much eo any thing, but God himself:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
774
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4088
God is jealous of our trust, he will have us trust in nothing but himself in matters of salvation;
God is jealous of our trust, he will have us trust in nothing but himself in matters of salvation;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
774
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4089
no not in matters of common life, not in matters Politick and Civil:
no not in matters of Common life, not in matters Politic and Civil:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
774
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4090
we must not build our trust in any creature so much as to think our selves happy by them,
we must not built our trust in any creature so much as to think our selves happy by them,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
774
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4091
or to think they connot deceive us:
or to think they connote deceive us:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
774
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4092
they are creatures, of nothing, therefore they are prone to deceive, they are prone to turn to nothing:
they Are creatures, of nothing, Therefore they Are prove to deceive, they Are prove to turn to nothing:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
774
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4093
therefore we must not build upon them over-much, no not in civil matters. Indeed if we see the Image of God in any man, we may trust him;
Therefore we must not built upon them overmuch, no not in civil matters. Indeed if we see the Image of God in any man, we may trust him;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
774
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4094
if we see him faithful, and loving, and good, yet trust him as a man alway, that is, as such a one as may deceive,
if we see him faithful, and loving, and good, yet trust him as a man always, that is, as such a one as may deceive,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
775
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4095
and yet he may be a man, and a good man.
and yet he may be a man, and a good man.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
775
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4096
So in other creatures, in the use of Physick, and Wars, and Armes, &c. in danger we may in some subordinate consideration trust to them;
So in other creatures, in the use of Physic, and Wars, and Arms, etc. in danger we may in Some subordinate consideration trust to them;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
775
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4097
but we must use them as means, that is, as such as God hath free liberty to use to good, to help us,
but we must use them as means, that is, as such as God hath free liberty to use to good, to help us,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
775
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4098
and free liberty not to use: we must use them but not trust to them: Some trust in Chariots, and some in horses, but our trust is in the Lord.
and free liberty not to use: we must use them but not trust to them: some trust in Chariots, and Some in Horses, but our trust is in the Lord.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
775
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4099
And, Trust not in Princes, as the Psalmist saith, trust not in any thing.
And, Trust not in Princes, as the Psalmist Says, trust not in any thing.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
775
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4100
If we trust in any thing, it mst be subordinate to our trust in God, it must not be coordinate (as we say) that is not in the same ranke, much lesse above God:
If we trust in any thing, it mst be subordinate to our trust in God, it must not be coordinate (as we say) that is not in the same rank, much less above God:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
776
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4101
as worldlings trust in their wealth, they trust in their friends above God:
as worldlings trust in their wealth, they trust in their Friends above God:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
776
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4102
they trust not so much in heaven and happinesse there, they think not themselves so happie for that,
they trust not so much in heaven and happiness there, they think not themselves so happy for that,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
776
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4103
as they do for earthly things. Nay, they trust against God in confidence of their friends and of their purse.
as they do for earthly things. Nay, they trust against God in confidence of their Friends and of their purse.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
776
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4104
A carnal man makes riches his strong hold: he trusts them above God, and against God. A carnal man makes riches his strong hold: he trusts them above God, and against God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
776
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4105
We must neither trust them with God, in a coordinate proportion with him: nor above God, much lesse against God.
We must neither trust them with God, in a coordinate proportion with him: nor above God, much less against God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
776
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4106
What makes base flesh and blood divellish in that respect, to attempt cursed means, against the truth, and against good causes?
What makes base Flesh and blood devilish in that respect, to attempt cursed means, against the truth, and against good Causes?
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
776
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4107
They bear themselves out with these things: perhaps the truth crosses them in their designs, and shames them, and frets them.
They bear themselves out with these things: perhaps the truth Crosses them in their designs, and shames them, and frets them.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
777
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4211
and it is a lesson that we shall be learning all our life, to go out of our selves,
and it is a Lesson that we shall be learning all our life, to go out of our selves,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
800
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4108
What makes them undermine good causes, and go desperately to kick against the pricks, to dash themselves against wrath which is stronger then they? They think to bear themselves out with their greatnesse, with their friends, with some carnal support or other.
What makes them undermine good Causes, and go desperately to kick against the pricks, to dash themselves against wrath which is Stronger then they? They think to bear themselves out with their greatness, with their Friends, with Some carnal support or other.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
777
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4109
This is to trust against God, which is worst of all.
This is to trust against God, which is worst of all.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
777
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4110
And this makes that Harlot of Rome so confident against the Church of God, I sit as a Queen, saith Babylon: not onely outward Babylon, that was the type;
And this makes that Harlot of Room so confident against the Church of God, I fit as a Queen, Says Babylon: not only outward Babylon, that was the type;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
778
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4111
but spirituall Babylon, I sit as a Queen. I shall be hereafter as I am now:
but spiritual Babylon, I fit as a Queen. I shall be hereafter as I am now:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
778
Image 5
4112
therefore saith God, Thy destruction shall come in one day:
Therefore Says God, Thy destruction shall come in one day:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
778
Image 5
4113
Thy destruction shall come unrecoverably, and suddenly, because she blest her self in an ill course;
Thy destruction shall come unrecoverably, and suddenly, Because she blessed her self in an ill course;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
778
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4114
as now at this day, they think all is sure.
as now At this day, they think all is sure.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
778
Image 5
4115
If we trust any thing but God, we must trust them, as instruments, as helps in their rank,
If we trust any thing but God, we must trust them, as Instruments, as helps in their rank,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
779
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4116
and place which God hath set them: so much and no more;
and place which God hath Set them: so much and no more;
cc n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32: av d cc dx av-dc;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
779
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Let a man esteem of us, as Ministers of Christ, saith St. Paul: if they esteem of us more, it is too much;Let a man esteem of us, as Ministers of christ, Says Saint Paul: if they esteem of us more, it is too much;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
779
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if lesse, it is too little, just so much; as Ministers, but as Ministers of Christ. So there is a due to every thing;
if less, it is too little, just so much; as Ministers, but as Ministers of christ. So there is a due to every thing;
cs av-dc, pn31 vbz av j, j av av-d; c-acp n2, cc-acp c-acp n2 pp-f np1. av pc-acp vbz dt j-jn p-acp d n1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
779
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no more, for then you wrong God;
no more, for then you wrong God;
dx av-dc, c-acp cs pn22 vvb np1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
779
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4120
no lesse, for then you wrong the thing, and God too, just so much as God would have it,
no less, for then you wrong the thing, and God too, just so much as God would have it,
dx av-dc, c-acp cs pn22 vvb dt n1, cc np1 av, av av av-d c-acp np1 vmd vhi pn31,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
779
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4121
and then we shall have just the grace that God intends.
and then we shall have just the grace that God intends.
cc av pns12 vmb vhi av dt n1 cst np1 vvz.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
779
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Seeing there is such a danger in false confidence, let us take heed of it by all meanes.
Seeing there is such a danger in false confidence, let us take heed of it by all means.
vvg a-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp j n1, vvb pno12 vvi n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
780
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4123
That we may not trust in our selves, (that is, in any earthly thing in our selves, That we may not trust in our selves, (that is, in any earthly thing in our selves,
cst pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp po12 n2, (cst vbz, p-acp d j n1 p-acp po12 n2,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
781
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4124
or out of our selves, wit, honour, riches, learning, or whatsoever, but God and his truth and promises.)
or out of our selves, wit, honour, riches, learning, or whatsoever, but God and his truth and promises.)
cc av pp-f po12 n2, n1, n1, n2, n1, cc r-crq, cc-acp np1 cc po31 n1 cc n2.)
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
781
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4125
Let us labour to have a sanctified judgement in every thing; to judge of things in their nature, and order, and rank as we should do,
Let us labour to have a sanctified judgement in every thing; to judge of things in their nature, and order, and rank as we should do,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
782
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and be not carried with opinion of things.
and be not carried with opinion of things.
cc vbb xx vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
782
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Judge of them as the Creator of things judgeth of them, as God judgeth, and the Scripture judgeth.
Judge of them as the Creator of things Judgeth of them, as God Judgeth, and the Scripture Judgeth.
n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz pp-f pno32, c-acp np1 vvz, cc dt n1 vvz.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
782
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4128
Now of all outward things (that we are prone to trust in) how doth the Scripture judge of them? how doth God judge of them? They are uncertain riches:
Now of all outward things (that we Are prove to trust in) how does the Scripture judge of them? how does God judge of them? They Are uncertain riches:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
783
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4147
Because the naughty nature of man puts too much trust in these things, therefore God will not give that issue that we look for,
Because the naughty nature of man puts too much trust in these things, Therefore God will not give that issue that we look for,
p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz av av-d vvi p-acp d n2, av np1 vmb xx vvi d n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
789
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Riches they have wings, They are nothing, as the Prophet saith, Wilt thou set thy heart upon that which is nothing? They are vanity;Riches they have wings, They Are nothing, as the Prophet Says, Wilt thou Set thy heart upon that which is nothing? They Are vanity;
n2 pns32 vhb n2, pns32 vbr pix, c-acp dt n1 vvz, vm2 pns21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz pix? pns32 vbr n1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
783
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they are of nothing, and they tend to nothing. When the houre of death comes, what will all these doe good.
they Are of nothing, and they tend to nothing. When the hour of death comes, what will all these do good.
pns32 vbr a-acp pix, cc pns32 vvb p-acp pix. c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, q-crq vmb d d vdb j.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
783
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4131
? they are uncertain, and weak, and inefficacious for that for which we trust them;
? they Are uncertain, and weak, and inefficacious for that for which we trust them;
? pns32 vbr j, cc j, cc j p-acp d p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pno32;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
784
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4132
they will not make us happy, they commend us not a whit to God, he hates us no more if we want them;
they will not make us happy, they commend us not a whit to God, he hates us no more if we want them;
pns32 vmb xx vvi pno12 j, pns32 vvb pno12 xx dt n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvz pno12 av-dx av-dc cs pns12 vvb pno32;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
784
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he loves us no more if we have them.
he loves us no more if we have them.
pns31 vvz pno12 av-dx av-dc cs pns12 vhb pno32.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
784
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They make us not the better in our selves, but the worse, they make us more indisposed to good things.
They make us not the better in our selves, but the Worse, they make us more indisposed to good things.
pns32 vvb pno12 xx dt jc p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp dt jc, pns32 vvb pno12 dc vvn p-acp j n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
784
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We say of those that are intoxicate with any kind of phrenzie, or lunacie, twice as much Physick will not serve their turn, as will serve another;
We say of those that Are intoxicate with any kind of frenzy, or lunacy, twice as much Physic will not serve their turn, as will serve Another;
pns12 vvb pp-f d cst vbr j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, av c-acp d n1 vmb xx vvi po32 n1, c-acp vmb vvi j-jn;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
785
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4136
because of the distemper of their brain, and the inflammation of their blood and spirits:
Because of the distemper of their brain, and the inflammation of their blood and spirits:
c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n2:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
785
Image 5
4137
certainly, it is true of those that are spiritually drunk with the conceit of the creature, with honour, with riches, &c. three times, many times so much meanes will not serve the turn to bring them to goodness, as will serve meaner men.
Certainly, it is true of those that Are spiritually drunk with the conceit of the creature, with honour, with riches, etc. three times, many times so much means will not serve the turn to bring them to Goodness, as will serve meaner men.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
785
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What is the reason the poore receive the Gospel?
What is the reason the poor receive the Gospel?
q-crq vbz dt n1 dt j vvi dt n1?
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
786
Image 5
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Because there is a lesser distance between them and the blessed truths of God then in others (though perhaps they belong to God too,) for the things of this life will work a little.
Because there is a lesser distance between them and the blessed truths of God then in Others (though perhaps they belong to God too,) for the things of this life will work a little.
p-acp pc-acp vbz dt jc n1 p-acp pno32 cc dt j-vvn n2 pp-f np1 av p-acp n2-jn (cs av pns32 vvb p-acp np1 av,) p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi dt j.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
787
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4140
We say of weak braines, that strong drink doth much weaken them, and so weak stomacks, hard meate will not digest in them, it will overcome them.
We say of weak brains, that strong drink does much weaken them, and so weak stomachs, hard meat will not digest in them, it will overcome them.
pns12 vvb pp-f j n2, cst j n1 vdz d vvi pno32, cc av j n2, j n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32, pn31 vmb vvi pno32.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
788
Image 5
4141
And weake braines, though strong water overcome them not, yet it will weaken them:
And weak brains, though strong water overcome them not, yet it will weaken them:
cc j n2, cs j n1 vvn pno32 xx, av pn31 vmb vvi pno32:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
788
Image 5
4142
so in these things, great parts, and great place, set a man further off from the Gospel.
so in these things, great parts, and great place, Set a man further off from the Gospel.
av p-acp d n2, j n2, cc j n1, vvb dt n1 av-jc a-acp p-acp dt n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
788
Image 5
4143
A great deale of coruption cannot be overcome and digested without a great measure of grace:
A great deal of corruption cannot be overcome and digested without a great measure of grace:
dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmbx vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
788
Image 5
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the proportion of grace it must be great, it must be treble to men that have great matters in this world, it must be greater then to poorer men, who in a lesse distance from heaven.
the proportion of grace it must be great, it must be triple to men that have great matters in this world, it must be greater then to Poorer men, who in a less distance from heaven.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
788
Image 5
4145
Hence, we may see the reasons of Gods dispensation, why God doth seldome work by great meanes (I say seldome, sometimes he doth, to shew that they are good means.) As it is said and observed by an ancient Father, that seldom he saw any good come by generall counsels:
Hence, we may see the Reasons of God's Dispensation, why God does seldom work by great means (I say seldom, sometime he does, to show that they Are good means.) As it is said and observed by an ancient Father, that seldom he saw any good come by general Counsels:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
789
Image 5
4146
why? they are good in themselves, but men trust too much upon them, and therefore God disappoints them of that they trust to.
why? they Are good in themselves, but men trust too much upon them, and Therefore God disappoints them of that they trust to.
q-crq? pns32 vbr j p-acp px32, cc-acp n2 vvb av av-d p-acp pno32, cc av np1 vvz pno32 pp-f d pns32 vvb p-acp.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
789
Image 5
4149
Why doth not God blesse great preparations (many times) to war, & c? because we put too much trust in them:
Why does not God bless great preparations (many times) to war, & c? Because we put too much trust in them:
q-crq vdz xx np1 vvi j n2 (d n2) p-acp n1, cc sy? c-acp pns12 vvd av av-d vvi p-acp pno32:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
790
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4150
here are too many, saith God to Gideon; take away some, here are too many to go to war.
Here Are too many, Says God to gideon; take away Some, Here Are too many to go to war.
av vbr av d, vvz np1 p-acp np1; vvb av d, av vbr av d pc-acp vvi p-acp n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
790
Image 5
4151
What is the reason that God where the greatest excellencies are, adds some imperfection to balance them? Because they should not trust in themselves.
What is the reason that God where the greatest excellencies Are, adds Some imperfection to balance them? Because they should not trust in themselves.
q-crq vbz dt n1 cst np1 c-crq dt js n2 vbr, vvz d n1 pc-acp vvi pno32? p-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp px32.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
790
Image 5
4152
What is the reason that in the Church, God chooseth men of meaner parts, and sufficiencies, the Disciples, Fisher-men? If they had been great men, men would have said, place had carried it,
What is the reason that in the Church, God chooses men of meaner parts, and Sufficiencies, the Disciples, Fishermen? If they had been great men, men would have said, place had carried it,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
791
Image 5
4153
if they had been Scholars, men would have said, that their learning had carried it: if they had been witty men, they would have said, their wit had carried it:
if they had been Scholars, men would have said, that their learning had carried it: if they had been witty men, they would have said, their wit had carried it:
cs pns32 vhd vbn n2, n2 vmd vhi vvn, cst po32 n1 vhd vvn pn31: cs pns32 vhd vbn j n2, pns32 vmd vhi vvn, po32 n1 vhd vvn pn31:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
791
Image 5
4154
it had been no marvell, if they should win the world:
it had been no marvel, if they should win the world:
pn31 vhd vbn dx n1, cs pns32 vmd vvi dt n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
791
Image 5
4155
but when they saw they were mean men, fisher-men, sitters at the receit of custome (and perhaps their parts were not great,
but when they saw they were mean men, fishermen, sitters At the receipt of custom (and perhaps their parts were not great,
cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvd pns32 vbdr j n2, n2, n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (cc av po32 n2 vbdr xx j,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
791
Image 5
4156
then they might attribute it to the divinenesse of the Gospel, to the divinenesse of Gods truth,
then they might attribute it to the divineness of the Gospel, to the divineness of God's truth,
cs pns32 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
791
Image 5
4157
and to Gods blessing upon it.
and to God's blessing upon it.
cc p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp pn31.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
791
Image 5
4158
What is the reason that God suffers excellent men to fall foully sometimes? St. Peter himself,
What is the reason that God suffers excellent men to fallen foully sometime? Saint Peter himself,
q-crq vbz dt n1 cst np1 vvz j n2 pc-acp vvi av-j av? n1 np1 px31,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
792
Image 5
4159
and David, &c. because they should not trust in themselves, not trust in their grace, not trust in any thing, no not in the best things in themselves.
and David, etc. Because they should not trust in themselves, not trust in their grace, not trust in any thing, no not in the best things in themselves.
cc np1, av c-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp px32, xx vvi p-acp po32 n1, xx vvi p-acp d n1, uh-dx xx p-acp dt js n2 p-acp px32.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
792
Image 5
4160
What is the reason that God goes by contraries in all the carriage of our salvation? That we should not trust in our selves.
What is the reason that God Goes by contraries in all the carriage of our salvation? That we should not trust in our selves.
q-crq vbz dt n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp n2-jn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po12 n1? cst pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp po12 n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
793
Image 5
4161
In our calling, he calls men out of nothing, He calls things that are not as if they were.
In our calling, he calls men out of nothing, He calls things that Are not as if they were.
p-acp po12 n-vvg, pns31 vvz n2 av pp-f pix, pns31 vvz n2 cst vbr xx p-acp cs pns32 vbdr.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
793
Image 5
4162
In Justification, he justifies a sinner, he that despaires of his own righteousness;
In Justification, he Justifies a sinner, he that despairs of his own righteousness;
p-acp n1, pns31 vvz dt n1, pns31 cst n2 pp-f po31 d n1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
793
Image 5
4163
that no man should trust in any thing he hath, or despaire if he want any perfection:
that no man should trust in any thing he hath, or despair if he want any perfection:
cst dx n1 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz, cc vvb cs pns31 vvb d n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
793
Image 5
4164
God justifies a sinner that despairs of himself. In sanctification, God sanctifies a man when he sees no goodness in himself:
God Justifies a sinner that despairs of himself. In sanctification, God Sanctifies a man when he sees no Goodness in himself:
np1 vvz dt n1 cst n2 pp-f px31. p-acp n1, np1 vvz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp px31:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
793
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most of all then he is a vessell fit to receive grace: And he doth sanctifie him sometimes by his falls;
most of all then he is a vessel fit to receive grace: And he does sanctify him sometime by his falls;
av-ds pp-f d av pns31 vbz dt n1 j pc-acp vvi n1: cc pns31 vdz vvi pno31 av p-acp po31 n2;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
793
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he makes him good by his slips, which is a strange course to make a man better by:
he makes him good by his slips, which is a strange course to make a man better by:
pns31 vvz pno31 j p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-jc p-acp:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
793
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Saith St. Austin, I dare say and stand to it, that it is profitable for some men to fall, they grow more holy by their slips.
Says Saint Austin, I Dare say and stand to it, that it is profitable for Some men to fallen, they grow more holy by their slips.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
793
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As Peter, he grew stronger by his infirmitie: this strange course God takes. Why so? That we should not trust in our selves:
As Peter, he grew Stronger by his infirmity: this strange course God Takes. Why so? That we should not trust in our selves:
p-acp np1, pns31 vvd jc p-acp po31 n1: d j n1 np1 vvz. uh-crq av? cst pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp po12 n2:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
793
Image 5
4169
In our calling, in our justification from our sins, that we should not trust in our selves, nor despaire. In Sanctification:
In our calling, in our justification from our Sins, that we should not trust in our selves, nor despair. In Sanctification:
p-acp po12 n-vvg, p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp po12 n2, ccx n1. p-acp n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
793
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nay, he takes a course that we shall grow better by our falls:
nay, he Takes a course that we shall grow better by our falls:
uh-x, pns31 vvz dt n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi av-jc p-acp po12 n2:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
794
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4171
that we may be ashamed of them, and be more cautelous, and humble, and more watchful for the time to come.
that we may be ashamed of them, and be more cautelous, and humble, and more watchful for the time to come.
cst pns12 vmb vbi j pp-f pno32, cc vbi av-dc j, cc j, cc av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
794
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4172
In glorification he will glorifie us but it shall be when we have been rotten in our graves before, we must come to nothing.
In glorification he will Glorify us but it shall be when we have been rotten in our graves before, we must come to nothing.
p-acp n1 pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp pn31 vmb vbi c-crq pns12 vhb vbn vvn p-acp po12 n2 a-acp, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pix.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
794
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4173
So in every passage of salvation, he goes by contraries, and all to beate down confidence in our selves,
So in every passage of salvation, he Goes by contraries, and all to beat down confidence in our selves,
av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz p-acp n2-jn, cc d pc-acp vvi a-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
794
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and that we should not distrust him in any extremity: for then is the time for God to work his work most of all.
and that we should not distrust him in any extremity: for then is the time for God to work his work most of all.
cc cst pns12 vmd xx vvi pno31 p-acp d n1: c-acp av vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av-ds pp-f d.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
794
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4175
That we might not trust in our selves.
That we might not trust in our selves.
cst pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp po12 n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
794
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To help us further against this self-confidence, let us labour to know our selves well, what we are distinct from the new creature, distinct from grace and glory.
To help us further against this self-confidence, let us labour to know our selves well, what we Are distinct from the new creature, distinct from grace and glory.
pc-acp vvi pno12 av-jc p-acp d n1, vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av, r-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp dt j n1, j p-acp n1 cc n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
795
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Indeed in that respect we are something in God.
Indeed in that respect we Are something in God.
np1 p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr pi p-acp np1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
795
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If we go out of our selves, and see what we are in Christ we are some body:
If we go out of our selves, and see what we Are in christ we Are Some body:
cs pns12 vvb av pp-f po12 n2, cc vvb r-crq pns12 vbr p-acp np1 pns12 vbr d n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
795
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for we are heires of heaven, we are Kings and Rulers over all, all things are subject to us, hell,
for we Are Heirs of heaven, we Are Kings and Rulers over all, all things Are Subject to us, hell,
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and sinne, and death, we are some body there.
and sin, and death, we Are Some body there.
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But in that wherein our nature is prone to put overmuch confidence, what are we? what are we as we are strong,
But in that wherein our nature is prove to put overmuch confidence, what Are we? what Are we as we Are strong,
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as we are rich, as we are noble, as we are in favour with great ones? alas, all is nothing,
as we Are rich, as we Are noble, as we Are in favour with great ones? alas, all is nothing,
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because ere long it will be nothing.
Because ere long it will be nothing.
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What will all be in the houre of death, when we must receive the sentence of death? what will all favours do us good? they will be gone.
What will all be in the hour of death, when we must receive the sentence of death? what will all favours do us good? they will be gone.
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What will all relations, that we are stiled by this, and that title, what good will it do? alas!
What will all relations, that we Are styled by this, and that title, what good will it do? alas!
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these end in death, all earthly relations shall be laid in the dust.
these end in death, all earthly relations shall be laid in the dust.
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All the honours in the earth, all riches, and contentments, all the friends that we have, what can they do? nothing, all shall leave us there.
All the honours in the earth, all riches, and contentment's, all the Friends that we have, what can they do? nothing, all shall leave us there.
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And for us to trust in that which will faile us ere long, and which being taken away, we receive a great foile, (for he that leans to a thing,
And for us to trust in that which will fail us ere long, and which being taken away, we receive a great foil, (for he that leans to a thing,
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if that be taken away, down he falls) what a shame will it be?
if that be taken away, down he falls) what a shame will it be?
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and out of the creature, and to go further into God, to relie more and more upon him;
and out of the creature, and to go further into God, to rely more and more upon him;
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As the Heathen man said, that great Emperour, I have been all things, and nothing doth me good now, when he was to die, indeed nothing could do him good.
As the Heathen man said, that great Emperor, I have been all things, and nothing does me good now, when he was to die, indeed nothing could do him good.
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Let not the rich man glorie in his riches, nor the wise man glorie in his wisdom, Let not the rich man glory in his riches, nor the wise man glory in his Wisdom,
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nor the strong man in his strength, saith the Prophet, Jer. 9. 22. but let him that glorieth, glory in the Lord. nor the strong man in his strength, Says the Prophet, Jer. 9. 22. but let him that Glorieth, glory in the Lord.
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Consider what the best thing is that we have of inward things, our wisdom;
Consider what the best thing is that we have of inward things, our Wisdom;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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wisdom if it be not spirituall, it is onely a thing for the things of this life,
Wisdom if it be not spiritual, it is only a thing for the things of this life,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and we are oft times deceived in it.
and we Are oft times deceived in it.
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It makes God to disappont us oft times, to make us go out of our selves;
It makes God to disappont us oft times, to make us go out of our selves;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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an excellent place for this we have in Isa. 50. the last verse, Behold, all ye that kindle a fire,
an excellent place for this we have in Isaiah 50. the last verse, Behold, all you that kindle a fire,
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and compasse your selves about with sparkes, walk in the light of your own fire, &c. (It is a kind of Ironia) and the sparks that you have kindled;
and compass your selves about with sparks, walk in the Light of your own fire, etc. (It is a kind of Ironia) and the sparks that you have kindled;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this you shall have of my hand, ye shall lie down in sorrow. this you shall have of my hand, you shall lie down in sorrow.
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Walk in the light of your own fire, walk according to your own devises, and projects, this ye shall have at my hand, ye shall lie down in sorrow.
Walk in the Light of your own fire, walk according to your own devises, and projects, this you shall have At my hand, you shall lie down in sorrow.
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God catcheth the wise in the imagination of their own hearts, he disappoints the counsel and the projects of Achitophel. God takes a glory in it, to shame the policies and projects of those, that will be wittie in a distinct way against God, the best policie is to serve God, and to walk uprightly;
God Catches the wise in the imagination of their own hearts, he disappoints the counsel and the projects of Ahithophel. God Takes a glory in it, to shame the policies and projects of those, that will be witty in a distinct Way against God, the best policy is to serve God, and to walk uprightly;
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That we should not trust in our selves. But in God who raiseth the dead.That we should not trust in our selves. But in God who Raiseth the dead.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This is the other branch, what we should trust in, In God, all this humbling of the blessed Apostle even to deaths door, that he received the sentence of death;
This is the other branch, what we should trust in, In God, all this humbling of the blessed Apostle even to death's door, that he received the sentence of death;
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it was first to subdue carnall confidence in himself, he was prone to think himself stronger then he was,
it was First to subdue carnal confidence in himself, he was prove to think himself Stronger then he was,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or that he should be upheld, that something or other should keep him from death, that he might subdue carnal confidence,
or that he should be upheld, that something or other should keep him from death, that he might subdue carnal confidence,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then that he might trust in God, it was all for these two ends:
and then that he might trust in God, it was all for these two ends:
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That we might not trust in our selves, (or in any means) but in God that raiseth the dead. That we might not trust in our selves, (or in any means) but in God that Raiseth the dead.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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VVas St. Paul to learn to trust in God, that had been so long a Scholar in Christs School,
Was Saint Paul to Learn to trust in God, that had been so long a Scholar in Christ School,
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nay, a Master in Israel, was he to learn to trust in God? Yes, doubtlesse he was:
nay, a Master in Israel, was he to Learn to trust in God? Yes, doubtless he was:
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Therefore weak Christians ought not to be discouraged, when they find defects, and weaknesse in their trust: (our hearts are false and prone to trust outward things) but do they groan under their corruptions? do they complain of themselves? do they go out of themselves? their estate is good.
Therefore weak Christians ought not to be discouraged, when they find defects, and weakness in their trust: (our hearts Are false and prove to trust outward things) but do they groan under their corruptions? do they complain of themselves? do they go out of themselves? their estate is good.
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The estate of a Christian it is a growing, it is a conflicting estate:
The estate of a Christian it is a growing, it is a conflicting estate:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he comes not to full trust and confidence in God, till he have gathered many experiments, till God have exercised him to the proof throughly:
he comes not to full trust and confidence in God, till he have gathered many experiments, till God have exercised him to the proof thoroughly:
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therefore let them not be discouraged. A Christian is not alway like himself, he is in a growing estate.
Therefore let them not be discouraged. A Christian is not always like himself, he is in a growing estate.
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800
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There is a weak faith, and a strong faith, Oh ye of little faith. The Disciples had a little faith, as well as Abraham, that was strong in faith.
There is a weak faith, and a strong faith, O you of little faith. The Disciples had a little faith, as well as Abraham, that was strong in faith.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As long as we are on the complaining hand, and on thestriving hand, and growing hand, all is hopeful.
As long as we Are on the complaining hand, and on thestriving hand, and growing hand, all is hopeful.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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St. Paul himself still strived against self-confidence, and still learned to trust in God more and more. But mark the order;
Saint Paul himself still strived against self-confidence, and still learned to trust in God more and more. But mark the order;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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first, God doth all this, that we should not trust in our selves:
First, God does all this, that we should not trust in our selves:
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but that is not the thing he doth mainly aime at, but another thing, that we should trust in God who raiseth the dead:
but that is not the thing he does mainly aim At, but Another thing, that we should trust in God who Raiseth the dead:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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whence we may observe, that God to make us trust in himself, is faine to cast us out of our selves.
whence we may observe, that God to make us trust in himself, is feign to cast us out of our selves.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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His proper work is not to drive us out of our selves, that is a work subordinate to a higher;
His proper work is not to drive us out of our selves, that is a work subordinate to a higher;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but the furthest and last work is, that we should trust in him, as the Prophet saith, God doeth a strange work, he doth a work strange to himselfe, that he may do his own work:
but the furthest and last work is, that we should trust in him, as the Prophet Says, God doth a strange work, he does a work strange to himself, that he may do his own work:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he doth a work that doth not concern him so properly, that he may do his own work,
he does a work that does not concern him so properly, that he may do his own work,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as he is God, that is, to confirm and settle us upon himself.
as he is God, that is, to confirm and settle us upon himself.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But that he may do this, he must set us out of our selves by crosses and afflictions;
But that he may do this, he must Set us out of our selves by Crosses and afflictions;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is not his own proper work, to afflict us, and to bring us low:
that is not his own proper work, to afflict us, and to bring us low:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for he is the Father of mercies; but that he may do his own work, to bring us to him,
for he is the Father of Mercies; but that he may do his own work, to bring us to him,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then do good to us, he must take this in his way, and do this first. To make it cleare.
and then do good to us, he must take this in his Way, and do this First. To make it clear.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A Carpenter, he pulls down a house;
A Carpenter, he pulls down a house;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he takes it in pieces, his Art is not to pull down houses, but to build them up:
he Takes it in Pieces, his Art is not to pull down houses, but to built them up:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but he doth that which doth not belong to him properly, that he may do that which doth belong to him:
but he does that which does not belong to him properly, that he may do that which does belong to him:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for he will not build upon a rotten foundation.
for he will not built upon a rotten Foundation.
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So neither will God build upon a rotten foundation, he will not build upon carnall confidence, upon carnall trust, upon pride,
So neither will God built upon a rotten Foundation, he will not built upon carnal confidence, upon carnal trust, upon pride,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and covetousnesse, but he will demolish that rotten foundation with afflictions and crosses;
and covetousness, but he will demolish that rotten Foundation with afflictions and Crosses;
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he will use such meanes that we shall have small joy to trust in sin, he will by crosses and afflictions force us to go from our sins, he will demolish that rotten foundation, that he may raise up an excellent edifice,
he will use such means that we shall have small joy to trust in since, he will by Crosses and afflictions force us to go from our Sins, he will demolish that rotten Foundation, that he may raise up an excellent edifice,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and frame of the new creature, that shall indure to everlasting;
and frame of the new creature, that shall endure to everlasting;
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the work of a Physitian is to cure nature, and not to weaken it, it is not his work to make people sick,
the work of a physician is to cure nature, and not to weaken it, it is not his work to make people sick,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but to make them sound, if the body be distempered, it must be weakned, he must carrie the burden of ill,
but to make them found, if the body be distempered, it must be weakened, he must carry the burden of ill,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and noysom humours, before it be strengthened;
and noisome humours, before it be strengthened;
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to make people sound, he must give them strong purgations, that shall afflict them, and affect them,
to make people found, he must give them strong purgations, that shall afflict them, and affect them,
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as much as the disease for a while, but all is to make them lighter and stronger after,
as much as the disease for a while, but all is to make them lighter and Stronger After,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when they are eased of the burthen of noysome humours: and so it is in every other trade.
when they Are eased of the burden of noisome humours: and so it is in every other trade.
c-crq pns32 vbr vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2: cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d j-jn n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So God shews his skill in this great matter in bringing us to Heaven this way;
So God shows his skill in this great matter in bringing us to Heaven this Way;
av np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d j n1 p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp n1 d n1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
802
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he doth that work which doth not properly concern him, to worke at last his own blessed good work:
he does that work which does not properly concern him, to work At last his own blessed good work:
pns31 vdz d n1 r-crq vdz xx av-j vvi pno31, pc-acp vvi p-acp ord po31 d j-vvn j n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
802
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he afflicts us to drive us out of our selves, that we may come at last to trust in him, in whom is all our happiness and good.
he afflicts us to drive us out of our selves, that we may come At last to trust in him, in whom is all our happiness and good.
pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi pno12 av pp-f po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp ord pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp ro-crq vbz d po12 n1 cc j.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The reason of it is cleare;
The reason of it is clear;
dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz j;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
803
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for in a succession of contraries, there must be a removing of one contrary, before another can be brought in.
for in a succession of contraries, there must be a removing of one contrary, before Another can be brought in.
c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n-vvg pp-f pi j-jn, c-acp j-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
803
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If a vessel be to be filled with a contrary liquor, the first must have a vent, it must be emptied of the worse that the better may come.
If a vessel be to be filled with a contrary liquour, the First must have a vent, it must be emptied of the Worse that the better may come.
cs dt n1 vbb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt ord vmb vhi dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt jc cst dt jc vmb vvi.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
803
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So it is with us, we are full of self-confidence, as a vessel of naughty liquor, out must that go, that better things may come in.
So it is with us, we Are full of self-confidence, as a vessel of naughty liquour, out must that go, that better things may come in.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
803
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So it is in plowing and in every thing else, this is taken as a principle in nature; the order generally is this:
So it is in plowing and in every thing Else, this is taken as a principle in nature; the order generally is this:
av pn31 vbz p-acp vvg cc p-acp d n1 av, d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; dt n1 av-j vbz d:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
803
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that we should not trust in our selves, that we might be brought to trust in God;
that we should not trust in our selves, that we might be brought to trust in God;
cst pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
803
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he brings us low, to receive the sentence of death, to drive us out of our selves, that he may bring us to relie on him
he brings us low, to receive the sentence of death, to drive us out of our selves, that he may bring us to rely on him
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
803
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The Use we should make of it, among many others is this, That we should not take offence at God,
The Use we should make of it, among many Others is this, That we should not take offence At God,
dt n1 pns12 vmd vvi pp-f pn31, p-acp d n2-jn vbz d, cst pns12 vmd xx vvi n1 p-acp np1,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
804
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when he is about his strange work (as we think) when he is making us sick with Physick, with afflictions, and troubles.
when he is about his strange work (as we think) when he is making us sick with Physic, with afflictions, and Troubles.
c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp po31 j n1 (c-acp pns12 vvb) c-crq pns31 vbz vvg pno12 j p-acp n1, p-acp n2, cc n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
804
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Let us not think that he hates us;
Let us not think that he hates us;
vvb pno12 xx vvi cst pns31 vvz pno12;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
804
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doth the Physician hate the Patient when he makes him sick? perhaps he stayes a good while from him, till his Physick have wrought throughly,
does the physician hate the Patient when he makes him sick? perhaps he stays a good while from him, till his Physic have wrought thoroughly,
vdz dt n1 vvb dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno31 j? av pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp po31 n1 vhb vvn av-j,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
804
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but he doth not hate him, but gives it time, and suffers it to have its worke, that so he may recover himself.
but he does not hate him, but gives it time, and suffers it to have its work, that so he may recover himself.
cc-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi pno31, cc-acp vvz pn31 n1, cc vvz pn31 pc-acp vhi po31 n1, cst av pns31 vmb vvi px31.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
804
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Doth the gold-smith hate his precious mettall, when he puts it into the fire, and suffers the fire to work upon it? what is lost? nothing but the drosse:
Does the goldsmith hate his precious mettle, when he puts it into the fire, and suffers the fire to work upon it? what is lost? nothing but the dross:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
804
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What is lost in the body by sickness? the ill humours that load the body,
What is lost in the body by sickness? the ill humours that load the body,
q-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1? dt j-jn n2 cst n1 dt n1,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
804
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and distemper the actions, and functions of it, that it cannot work as it should, there is nothing lost,
and distemper the actions, and functions of it, that it cannot work as it should, there is nothing lost,
cc vvi dt n2, cc n2 pp-f pn31, cst pn31 vmbx vvi c-acp pn31 vmd, pc-acp vbz pix vvn,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
804
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but that that may well be spared:
but that that may well be spared:
cc-acp d cst vmb av vbi vvn:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
804
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so when God goes about his worke, he afflicts thee, and follows thee with losses and crosses, he takes away friends and credit, this outward thing, and that:
so when God Goes about his work, he afflicts thee, and follows thee with losses and Crosses, he Takes away Friends and credit, this outward thing, and that:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
804
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all this is to give thee a purge, he works a strange work, that he may worke his own work, that he may bring thee to himself.
all this is to give thee a purge, he works a strange work, that he may work his own work, that he may bring thee to himself.
d d vbz pc-acp vvi pno21 dt n1, pns31 vvz dt j n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp px31.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
804
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Therefore let us be far from murmuring at this blessed work of God:
Therefore let us be Far from murmuring At this blessed work of God:
av vvb pno12 vbi j p-acp vvg p-acp d j-vvn n1 pp-f np1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
Image 5
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let us rather blesse God for his care this way, that he will not suffer us to perish with the world God might have suffered us to rot upon our dregs, that we should have no changes, as the world hath not:
let us rather bless God for his care this Way, that he will not suffer us to perish with the world God might have suffered us to rot upon our dregs, that we should have no changes, as the world hath not:
vvb pno12 av-c vvb np1 p-acp po31 n1 d n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 vmd vhi vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vmd vhi dx n2, c-acp dt n1 vhz xx:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
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but he hath more care of us then so.
but he hath more care of us then so.
cc-acp pns31 vhz dc n1 pp-f pno12 av av.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
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The Husband-man will not plow in the Wilderness, the heathy ground shall go unplowed long enough, he loves it not so well,
The Husbandman will not blow in the Wilderness, the heathy ground shall go unplowed long enough, he loves it not so well,
dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 vmb vvi vvn av-j av-d, pns31 vvz pn31 xx av av,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
Image 5
4271
as to sowe good seed there:
as to sow good seed there:
c-acp pc-acp vvi j n1 a-acp:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
Image 5
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so when God takes paines, & is at cost with any man, when he purgeth him,
so when God Takes pains, & is At cost with any man, when he Purgeth him,
av c-crq np1 vvz n2, cc vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pno31,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
Image 5
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and plows him, and hammers him, all this is to consume that which is naught, to plow up the weeds, to fit him for the blessed seed of grace, to fit him for comfort here, and glorie in another world:
and blows him, and hammers him, all this is to consume that which is nought, to blow up the weeds, to fit him for the blessed seed of grace, to fit him for Comfort Here, and glory in Another world:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
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why then should we murmur against God? let us rather be thankfull, especially when we see the blessed issue of this,
why then should we murmur against God? let us rather be thankful, especially when we see the blessed issue of this,
c-crq av vmd pns12 vvi p-acp np1? vvb pno12 av vbi j, av-j c-crq pns12 vvb dt j-vvn n1 pp-f d,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
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when we see our earthly mindedness abated, when we see our selves more heavenly-minded, when we see our selves weaned from the world,
when we see our earthly Mindedness abated, when we see our selves more heavenly-minded, when we see our selves weaned from the world,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
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when we see our selves take more delight in communion with God:
when we see our selves take more delight in communion with God:
c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 vvi dc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
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then, Blessed be God for crosses and afflictions, that he hath taken the paines, and would be at the cost with us to exercise us.
then, Blessed be God for Crosses and afflictions, that he hath taken the pains, and would be At the cost with us to exercise us.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
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It is a ground not onely of patience, but of thankfulnesse, when God humbles us:
It is a ground not only of patience, but of thankfulness, when God humbles us:
pn31 vbz dt n1 xx av-j pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1, c-crq np1 vvz pno12:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
Image 5
4279
be not discontent man, grudge not, murmur not, God doth a work that seems strange to thee,
be not discontent man, grudge not, murmur not, God does a work that seems strange to thee,
vbi xx j-jn n1, vvb xx, vvb xx, np1 vdz dt n1 cst vvz j p-acp pno21,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
Image 5
4280
and which is not his own proper work, that he may do his own work;
and which is not his own proper work, that he may do his own work;
cc r-crq vbz xx po31 d j n1, cst pns31 vmb vdi po31 d n1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
Image 5
4281
that he may bring thee nearer to himself, why dost thou murmur at thy own good?
that he may bring thee nearer to himself, why dost thou murmur At thy own good?
cst pns31 vmb vvi pno21 av-jc p-acp px31, q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 d j?
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
805
Image 5
4282
The Patient cries out of the Physitian, that he torments him, he hears him well enough,
The Patient cries out of the physician, that he torments him, he hears him well enough,
dt n1 vvz av pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vvz pno31, pns31 vvz pno31 av av-d,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
806
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but he will not be advised by his patient, he means to advise him, and to rule him:
but he will not be advised by his patient, he means to Advice him, and to Rule him:
cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
806
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he would faine have comfort, he is in pain, and cries for ease: but his time is not yet come.
he would feign have Comfort, he is in pain, and cries for ease: but his time is not yet come.
pns31 vmd av-j vhi n1, pns31 vbz p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp n1: cc-acp po31 n1 vbz xx av vvn.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
806
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So let us wait, and not murmur under crosses, God is doing one work, to bring to passe another:
So let us wait, and not murmur under Crosses, God is doing one work, to bring to pass Another:
av vvb pno12 vvi, cc xx vvi p-acp n2, np1 vbz vdg pi n1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi j-jn:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
806
Image 5
4286
he brings us out of our selves, that he may bring us nearer to himself.
he brings us out of our selves, that he may bring us nearer to himself.
pns31 vvz pno12 av pp-f po12 n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 av-jc p-acp px31.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
806
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And another Use that we may make of it, let us examine our selves, whether our afflictions and crosses have had this effect in us, to bring us to trust in him more;
And Another Use that we may make of it, let us examine our selves, whither our afflictions and Crosses have had this Effect in us, to bring us to trust in him more;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
807
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if they have, all is well:
if they have, all is well:
cs pns32 vhb, d vbz av:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
807
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but if they make us worse, that we fret and murmur, and feel no good by them, it is an ill sign:
but if they make us Worse, that we fret and murmur, and feel no good by them, it is an ill Signen:
cc-acp cs pns32 vvb pno12 av-jc, cst pns12 vvb cc n1, cc vvb dx j p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
807
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for God doth bring us low that we may not trust in our selves, but in him;
for God does bring us low that we may not trust in our selves, but in him;
c-acp np1 vdz vvi pno12 j d pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp p-acp pno31;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
807
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Quem praesentia mala non corrigunt, &c. Whom the presence of ill, and grievance amends not, they bring to eternal grievance.Whom Presence mala non corrigunt, etc. Whom the presence of ill, and grievance amends not, they bring to Eternal grievance.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
807
Image 5
4292
This is Ahaz, saith the Scripture:
This is Ahaz, Says the Scripture:
d vbz np1, vvz dt n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
807
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4293
a strange man, a wicked King, that notwithstanding God followed him with judgements, yet he grew worse, and worse:
a strange man, a wicked King, that notwithstanding God followed him with Judgments, yet he grew Worse, and Worse:
dt j n1, dt j n1, cst p-acp np1 vvd pno31 p-acp n2, av pns31 vvd av-jc, cc av-jc:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
807
Image 5
4294
This is Ahaz, he might well be branded. When a man belongs to God, every thing brings him nearer to God:
This is Ahaz, he might well be branded. When a man belongs to God, every thing brings him nearer to God:
d vbz np1, pns31 vmd av vbi vvn. c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, d n1 vvz pno31 jc p-acp np1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
807
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when a man is brought to be more humble, and more careful, and more watchful every way, to be more zealous, more heavenly minded:
when a man is brought to be more humble, and more careful, and more watchful every Way, to be more zealous, more heavenly minded:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
807
Image 5
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it is a blessed sign that God then is working a blessed work, to force him out of himself,
it is a blessed Signen that God then is working a blessed work, to force him out of himself,
pn31 vbz dt j-vvn n1 cst np1 av vbz vvg dt j-vvn n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f px31,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
807
Image 5
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and to bring him nearer himself, to trust in him. This we cannot too much consider of.
and to bring him nearer himself, to trust in him. This we cannot too much Consider of.
cc pc-acp vvi pno31 jc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. np1 pns12 vmbx av av-d vvi pp-f.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
807
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It should teach us likewise this, that we judge not amisse of the generation of the righteous,
It should teach us likewise this, that we judge not amiss of the generation of the righteous,
pn31 vmd vvi pno12 av d, cst pns12 vvb xx av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
808
Image 5
4299
when we see God much humbling them, when we see him follow them with sicknesse, with troubles and disgraces in the world, perhaps with terrour of consience, with descertions, be not discouraged:
when we see God much humbling them, when we see him follow them with sickness, with Troubles and disgraces in the world, perhaps with terror of conscience, with descertions, be not discouraged:
c-crq pns12 vvb np1 av-d vvg pno32, c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 vvi pno32 p-acp n1, p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n2, vbb xx vvn:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
808
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if he be thy friend censure him not, add not affliction to his affliction;
if he be thy friend censure him not, add not affliction to his affliction;
cs pns31 vbb po21 n1 vvi pno31 xx, vvb xx n1 p-acp po31 n1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
808
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is not his affliction enough? thou needest not to add thy unjust censure, as Job said to his friends.
is not his affliction enough? thou Needest not to add thy unjust censure, as Job said to his Friends.
vbz xx po31 n1 av-d? pns21 vv2 xx pc-acp vvi po21 j n1, c-acp n1 vvd p-acp po31 n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
808
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The more we are afflicted of God, the more good he intends to work to us, the end is to bring us from our selves to trust in him.
The more we Are afflicted of God, the more good he intends to work to us, the end is to bring us from our selves to trust in him.
dt av-dc pns12 vbr vvn pp-f np1, dt av-dc j pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
808
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It is a wicked disposition in men that know not the wayes of God, they are ignorant of the wayes that he takes with his children:
It is a wicked disposition in men that know not the ways of God, they Are ignorant of the ways that he Takes with his children:
pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n2 cst vvb xx dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr j pp-f dt n2 cst pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
809
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when they see men that are Christians, that they are humbled and cast down and troubled, they think they are men forsaken of God, &c. alas, they do not know Gods manner of dealing, he casts them down that he may raise them up:
when they see men that Are Christians, that they Are humbled and cast down and troubled, they think they Are men forsaken of God, etc. alas, they do not know God's manner of dealing, he Cast them down that he may raise them up:
c-crq pns32 vvb n2 cst vbr np1, cst pns32 vbr vvn cc vvd a-acp cc vvn, pns32 vvb pns32 vbr n2 vvn pp-f np1, av uh, pns32 vdb xx vvi npg1 n1 pp-f vvg, pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
809
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they receive the sentence of death against themselves that he may comfort them after, that he may do them good in their latter end.
they receive the sentence of death against themselves that he may Comfort them After, that he may do them good in their latter end.
pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px32 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp, cst pns31 vmb vdi pno32 j p-acp po32 d n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
809
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Let this therefore keep us from censuring of other men in our thoughts, for this hard course which God seems to take with them.
Let this Therefore keep us from censuring of other men in our thoughts, for this hard course which God seems to take with them.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
809
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And let us make this Use of it, when we are in any grievance, and God followes us still, let us mourn and lament the stubbornsse of our hearts, that will not yeeld.
And let us make this Use of it, when we Are in any grievance, and God follows us still, let us mourn and lament the stubbornsse of our hearts, that will not yield.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
810
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God intends to draw us near to him, to trust in him:
God intends to draw us near to him, to trust in him:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
810
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if we would do this, the affliction would cease, except it be for tryall, and for the exercise of Grace,
if we would do this, the affliction would cease, except it be for trial, and for the exercise of Grace,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
810
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and for witnesse to the truth.
and for witness to the truth.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
810
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4311
When God afflicts sometime for tryall, and for witnesse, there is a spirit of Glory in such a case, that a man is never afflicted in mind:
When God afflicts sometime for trial, and for witness, there is a Spirit of Glory in such a case, that a man is never afflicted in mind:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
810
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4312
but, I say, when God followes us with sicknesse, with crosses, with loss of friends,
but, I say, when God follows us with sickness, with Crosses, with loss of Friends,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
810
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4313
and we are not wrought upon, let us censure our hard hearts that force God to take this course.
and we Are not wrought upon, let us censure our hard hearts that force God to take this course.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
810
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4314
And justice God in all this, Lord thou knowest I could not be good without this, thou knowest I would not be drawn without this:
And Justice God in all this, Lord thou Knowest I could not be good without this, thou Knowest I would not be drawn without this:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
811
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4315
bring me near to thy self that thou mayest take away this heavy hand from me.
bring me near to thy self that thou Mayest take away this heavy hand from me.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
811
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4317
It is because I set my affections too much on earthly things, that thou followest me with these troubles:
It is Because I Set my affections too much on earthly things, that thou followest me with these Troubles:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
811
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4318
we force God to do this. A Physitian is forced to bring his Patient even to skin and bone;
we force God to do this. A physician is forced to bring his Patient even to skin and bone;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
811
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4319
an intemperate Patienr sometimes, that hath surfetted upon a long distemper, he must bring him to Deaths doore,
an intemperate Patienr sometime, that hath surfeited upon a long distemper, he must bring him to Death's door,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
811
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4320
even almost to death, because his distemper is so setled upon him, that he cannot otherwise cure him:
even almost to death, Because his distemper is so settled upon him, that he cannot otherwise cure him:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
811
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So it is with God the Physitian of our souls, he must bring us wondrous low, we are so prone,
So it is with God the physician of our Souls, he must bring us wondrous low, we Are so prove,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
811
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so desperately addicted to present things, to trust to them, and to be proud of them,
so desperately addicted to present things, to trust to them, and to be proud of them,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
811
Image 5
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and confident in them, that God must deal as a sharp Physitian:
and confident in them, that God must deal as a sharp physician:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
811
Image 5
4324
he must bring us so low, or else we should never be recovered of our perfect health again,
he must bring us so low, or Else we should never be recovered of our perfect health again,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
811
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and all is that we might trust in God.
and all is that we might trust in God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
811
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Observe we from hence another point, that God in all outward things that are ill, intends the good of the soul.
Observe we from hence Another point, that God in all outward things that Are ill, intends the good of the soul.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
812
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4327
He takes liberty to take away health, and liberty, and friends, to take away comforts:
He Takes liberty to take away health, and liberty, and Friends, to take away comforts:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
813
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but whatsoever he takes away, he intends the good of the soul in the first place.
but whatsoever he Takes away, he intends the good of the soul in the First place.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
813
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And all the ills that he inflicts upon us they are to cure a worse ill, the ill of the soul, to cure an unbelieving heart, a worldly, proud, carnal heart, which is too much addicted to earthly things.
And all the ills that he inflicts upon us they Are to cure a Worse ill, the ill of the soul, to cure an unbelieving heart, a worldly, proud, carnal heart, which is too much addicted to earthly things.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
813
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We see here how God dealt with St, Paul: all was to build up his soul in trust and confidence in God, all was for the soul.
We see Here how God dealt with Saint, Paul: all was to built up his soul in trust and confidence in God, all was for the soul.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
813
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4331
The reason is, other things are vanishing, the soul is the better part, the eternal part:
The reason is, other things Are vanishing, the soul is the better part, the Eternal part:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
814
Image 5
4332
if all be well with the soul, all shall be well otherwise at last. If it be well with the soul, the body shall do well:
if all be well with the soul, all shall be well otherwise At last. If it be well with the soul, the body shall do well:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
814
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though God take liberty to humble us with sicknesse, and with death it self: yet God will riase the body and make it glorious:
though God take liberty to humble us with sickness, and with death it self: yet God will riase the body and make it glorious:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
814
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4334
a good soul will draw it after it at last, and move God to make the body glorious.
a good soul will draw it After it At last, and move God to make the body glorious.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
814
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4335
But if the soul be naught, let us cherish and do what we will with the body, both will be naught at last.
But if the soul be nought, let us cherish and do what we will with the body, both will be nought At last.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
814
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4336
This life is not a life to regard the body:
This life is not a life to regard the body:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
815
Image 5
4337
we are dead in that while we live, the sentence of death is passed, we must die, we are dying every day, The body is dead because of sin, we are going to our grave;
we Are dead in that while we live, the sentence of death is passed, we must die, we Are dying every day, The body is dead Because of since, we Are going to our grave;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
815
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4339
This is not a life for this body of ours, it is a respite to get assurance of an eternal estate in heaven.
This is not a life for this body of ours, it is a respite to get assurance of an Eternal estate in heaven.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
816
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4340
God takes our wealth, and liberty, and strength, &c. That he may help our souls, that he may work his own blessed work in our souls, that he may lay a foundation of eternall happinesse in our souls.
God Takes our wealth, and liberty, and strength, etc. That he may help our Souls, that he may work his own blessed work in our Souls, that he may lay a Foundation of Eternal happiness in our Souls.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
816
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4341
Therefore hence we should learn to resign our bodies, and estates to God, Lord, do with me what thou wilt, onely cure my soul, onely strengthen my faith, I give thee liberty with all my heart to take what thou wilt,
Therefore hence we should Learn to resign our bodies, and estates to God, Lord, do with me what thou wilt, only cure my soul, only strengthen my faith, I give thee liberty with all my heart to take what thou wilt,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
817
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so thou save my soul, give me not up to an unbelieving heart, to an hypocritical, false heart, to false confidence, to trust in false grounds, and to perish eternally:
so thou save my soul, give me not up to an unbelieving heart, to an hypocritical, false heart, to false confidence, to trust in false grounds, and to perish eternally:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
817
Image 5
4343
for my estate and body, do what thou wilt.
for my estate and body, do what thou wilt.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
817
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VVe should be brought to this, why? because indeed the state of the soul is the true state either in good or ill,
We should be brought to this, why? Because indeed the state of the soul is the true state either in good or ill,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
817
Image 5
4345
if all be naught with that, all will be naught at last, we shall trie it to our cost.
if all be nought with that, all will be nought At last, we shall try it to our cost.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
817
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4346
And therefore let us even rather thank God, and desire God to go on with his work;
And Therefore let us even rather thank God, and desire God to go on with his work;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
818
Image 5
4347
Lord, rather then thou shouldest give me up to a hard heart, to a stubborn heart,
Lord, rather then thou Shouldst give me up to a hard heart, to a stubborn heart,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
818
Image 5
4348
and perish and have no sound change, rather then suffer me to perish thus, use me as thou wilt.
and perish and have no found change, rather then suffer me to perish thus, use me as thou wilt.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
818
Image 5
4349
And thank him when we find any degree of goodness or faith.
And thank him when we find any degree of Goodness or faith.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
819
Image 5
4350
Lord, thou mightest have followed me with outward blessings, and so have given me up in my soul to hypocrisie,
Lord, thou Mightest have followed me with outward blessings, and so have given me up in my soul to hypocrisy,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
819
Image 5
4351
and to pride, that I should never have felt the power of grace, that I should never have known thee,
and to pride, that I should never have felt the power of grace, that I should never have known thee,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
819
Image 5
4352
or my self throughly, or the vanity of outward things:
or my self thoroughly, or the vanity of outward things:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
819
Image 5
4353
but this thou hast not done, thou hast not given me liberty in outward things, that thou mightest doe good to my soule, blessed be thy Name:
but this thou hast not done, thou hast not given me liberty in outward things, that thou Mightest do good to my soul, blessed be thy Name:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
819
Image 5
4354
Let us not onely take it well, but thankfully at Gods hands. To proceed, That we might trust in God that raiseth the dead.
Let us not only take it well, but thankfully At God's hands. To proceed, That we might trust in God that Raiseth the dead.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
819
Image 5
4355
The soul must have somewhat to trust to. The foundation must be laid:
The soul must have somewhat to trust to. The Foundation must be laid:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
819
Image 5
4356
for the soul is a creature, and a dependant creature, somewhat it must have to rely on:
for the soul is a creature, and a dependant creature, somewhat it must have to rely on:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
820
Image 5
4357
as all weak dependant things have somewhat to depend on.
as all weak dependant things have somewhat to depend on.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
820
Image 5
4358
The Vine is a weak plant, it must have the Elme or somewhat to rely on, it will sink else, it will become unfruitful, and unprofitable.
The Vine is a weak plant, it must have the Elm or somewhat to rely on, it will sink Else, it will become unfruitful, and unprofitable.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
820
Image 5
4360
It is an inclination, and instinct in things that are weak to look for supply from things that are stronger then themselves to support them:
It is an inclination, and instinct in things that Are weak to look for supply from things that Are Stronger then themselves to support them:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
820
Image 5
4361
and it is their happinesse to be so. The creatures that are unreasonable are guided by those that have reason, by men;
and it is their happiness to be so. The creatures that Are unreasonable Are guided by those that have reason, by men;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
820
Image 5
4362
and the creatures that are reasonable are guided by Superiours, by God, and by Angels that are above them,
and the creatures that Are reasonable Are guided by Superiors, by God, and by Angels that Are above them,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
820
Image 5
4363
and have the care and charge over them.
and have the care and charge over them.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
820
Image 5
4364
It is the happinesse of weaker things to be under the supportation of that which is stronger.
It is the happiness of Weaker things to be under the supportation of that which is Stronger.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
820
Image 5
4365
And some support it will have, good or bad. The soul, if it have not God, it will have pleasures, it will have profit.
And Some support it will have, good or bad. The soul, if it have not God, it will have pleasures, it will have profit.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
820
Image 5
4366
The worst of men that think there is little for them in heaven, by reason of their blasphemy,
The worst of men that think there is little for them in heaven, by reason of their blasphemy,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
821
Image 5
4367
and filthy courses, they will have base pleasures to go to, that they will trust to,
and filthy courses, they will have base pleasures to go to, that they will trust to,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
821
Image 5
4368
and carnall acquaintance to solace themselves withal.
and carnal acquaintance to solace themselves withal.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
821
Image 5
4369
The worst of men will have some dirty thing or other, to give their souls to, to support themselves withal, something the soul will have.
The worst of men will have Some dirty thing or other, to give their Souls to, to support themselves withal, something the soul will have.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
821
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God loves the soul, and hath made it for himself, and as he hath made it for himself, to joyn with himself, to solace himself in it (My son, give me thy heart:) so when he takes it from outward things, he will not have it empty, to rely upon nothing,
God loves the soul, and hath made it for himself, and as he hath made it for himself, to join with himself, to solace himself in it (My son, give me thy heart:) so when he Takes it from outward things, he will not have it empty, to rely upon nothing,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
822
Image 5
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but he takes it to himself.
but he Takes it to himself.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
822
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All this is to take our hearts from our selves, and from felfconfidence, that we may trust in him.
All this is to take our hearts from our selves, and from felfconfidence, that we may trust in him.
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God is for the heart, and that is for him, as I said, he calls for it, My son, give me thy heart, give me thy affection of trust, of joy, of delight;
God is for the heart, and that is for him, as I said, he calls for it, My son, give me thy heart, give me thy affection of trust, of joy, of delight;
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all the affections they are made for God, and for heaven, and heavenly things. Our affections that we have, they are not made for riches.
all the affections they Are made for God, and for heaven, and heavenly things. Our affections that we have, they Are not made for riches.
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Our Souls are not made for them; the soul is larger then they, they will not content the soul.
Our Souls Are not made for them; the soul is larger then they, they will not content the soul.
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The soul is a spirituall substance, and they are outward things: the soul is large, they are scanty in their extent:
The soul is a spiritual substance, and they Are outward things: the soul is large, they Are scanty in their extent:
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they are uncertain, and momentanie, the soul is an eternal thing, it out-lives those things:
they Are uncertain, and momentary, the soul is an Eternal thing, it outlives those things:
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and thereupon the soul is not made for them, and they are not made for the soul.
and thereupon the soul is not made for them, and they Are not made for the soul.
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They are to give contentment to the outward man for a while here, they are made for our pilgrimage, to comfort us in the way to heaven:
They Are to give contentment to the outward man for a while Here, they Are made for our pilgrimage, to Comfort us in the Way to heaven:
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The soul is the Chamber, and the Bed, and as it were the Cabinet for God himself,
The soul is the Chamber, and the Bed, and as it were the Cabinet for God himself,
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and Christ to rest in onely. All outward things must be kept out of the heart: we may use them:
and christ to rest in only. All outward things must be kept out of the heart: we may use them:
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but we must keep them out of the heart, it is not for them. We must not joy in them, and solace our selves, and delight in them over-much,
but we must keep them out of the heart, it is not for them. We must not joy in them, and solace our selves, and delight in them overmuch,
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further then we seek God in them, and enjoy God in them: but as they are sensible things, the heart is not for them:
further then we seek God in them, and enjoy God in them: but as they Are sensible things, the heart is not for them:
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therefore God takes the heart from self-confidence, and from other things:
Therefore God Takes the heart from self-confidence, and from other things:
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he suffers it not to wander, but he takes it to himself, that we may trust in him.
he suffers it not to wander, but he Takes it to himself, that we may trust in him.
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The next thing then that we may observe is, that when we go out of our selves, we must have somewhat to rely on, which is better then all things else;
The next thing then that we may observe is, that when we go out of our selves, we must have somewhat to rely on, which is better then all things Else;
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we lose not by the change, but when we are stripped of our selves, and of all earthly things we have God to go to.
we loose not by the change, but when we Are stripped of our selves, and of all earthly things we have God to go to.
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God is the object of trust. God is the proper object of trust of the Christian soul:
God is the Object of trust. God is the proper Object of trust of the Christian soul:
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he is the object of trust as well as the author of it, he is the cause and worker of it by his Spirit,
he is the Object of trust as well as the author of it, he is the cause and worker of it by his Spirit,
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and he is the object of it.
and he is the Object of it.
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If we trust to other things, it must be as they are Gods Instruments, as they are Gods meanes:
If we trust to other things, it must be as they Are God's Instruments, as they Are God's means:
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but if we trust any thing, either wealth, or friends, or any thing, to neglect the worship of God or to please our selves in it, to put our hands to ill courses in confidence of the creature, in confidence of men,
but if we trust any thing, either wealth, or Friends, or any thing, to neglect the worship of God or to please our selves in it, to put our hands to ill courses in confidence of the creature, in confidence of men,
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or any thing else, to take any false cause in hand, this is to trust them above their respect.
or any thing Else, to take any false cause in hand, this is to trust them above their respect.
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We must trust to them as Instruments, as voluntary Instruments which God may use when he pleaseth,
We must trust to them as Instruments, as voluntary Instruments which God may use when he Pleases,
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or not use when he pleaseth.
or not use when he Pleases.
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When we use them otherwise, we forget their nature, then we use them not as Instruments,
When we use them otherwise, we forget their nature, then we use them not as Instruments,
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but as the chief, we forget the order. God is the object of trust, we must rest on him for Grace, and glory:
but as the chief, we forget the order. God is the Object of trust, we must rest on him for Grace, and glory:
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for the best things, and for the things of this life as far as they are good.
for the best things, and for the things of this life as Far as they Are good.
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So far as we trust to any thing else, to move us to security, to rest in them,
So Far as we trust to any thing Else, to move us to security, to rest in them,
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or to sin for them, it is a sinful trust. Other things we may trust: but in the nature of vain Instruments, changeable Instruments, that God may alter and change:
or to sin for them, it is a sinful trust. Other things we may trust: but in the nature of vain Instruments, changeable Instruments, that God may altar and change:
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he that is rich to day, may be poore to morrow: he that hath a friend to day, may have him taken away to morrow:
he that is rich to day, may be poor to morrow: he that hath a friend to day, may have him taken away to morrow:
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and so all outward things, they are changeable and mutable: but we may trust God all times alike, he is eternal, he is infinitely able,
and so all outward things, they Are changeable and mutable: but we may trust God all times alike, he is Eternal, he is infinitely able,
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and infinitely wise to know all our grievances. We may trust him with our Souls, with our Hearts, he is faithfull, and loving,
and infinitely wise to know all our grievances. We may trust him with our Souls, with our Hearts, he is faithful, and loving,
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and eter nall as our souls are. He gives eternity to the soul:
and eater nall as our Souls Are. He gives eternity to the soul:
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Therefore at all times we may trust in him, in all places, every where, he knowes our hearts, he knowes our grievance every where, he hath all grounds of one that may be trusted to, he hath power,
Therefore At all times we may trust in him, in all places, every where, he knows our hearts, he knows our grievance every where, he hath all grounds of one that may be trusted to, he hath power,
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and goodness, and mercy, and wisdom, he is the object of trust. But how considered is he the object of trust, God out of Christ Mediator?
and Goodness, and mercy, and Wisdom, he is the Object of trust. But how considered is he the Object of trust, God out of christ Mediator?
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Oh no, God in covenant with us in Christ, he is the object of trust:
O no, God in Covenant with us in christ, he is the Object of trust:
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or else there is such a distance, and contrariety between mans nature, & God, that he'is a consuming fire.
or Else there is such a distance, and contrariety between men nature, & God, that he'is a consuming fire.
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Since the fall from the covenant of works, we cannot be saved by that, but he hath vouchsafed to be ours in a better covenant in Christ, in whom all the promises are Yea, and Amen.
Since the fallen from the Covenant of works, we cannot be saved by that, but he hath vouchsafed to be ours in a better Covenant in christ, in whom all the promises Are Yea, and Amen.
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This good comes from God to us by Christ, Christ first receives it, and he derives it to us,
This good comes from God to us by christ, christ First receives it, and he derives it to us,
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as our elder brother, and as our head. All the promises are made in him, and through him:
as our elder brother, and as our head. All the promises Are made in him, and through him:
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he receives it for us, we receive it at the second hand. God hath filled him first, And of his fulnesse we receive Grace for Grace.
he receives it for us, we receive it At the second hand. God hath filled him First, And of his fullness we receive Grace for Grace.
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Without him we can do nothing: with him we can do all things.Without him we can do nothing: with him we can do all things.
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So we trust in God reconciled, God made ours in the Covenant of Grace in Jesus Christ, who hath made our peace.
So we trust in God reconciled, God made ours in the Covenant of Grace in jesus christ, who hath made our peace.
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Else God is a sealed fountain: he is a fountain of good, but a sealed fountaine.
Else God is a sealed fountain: he is a fountain of good, but a sealed fountain.
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Christ hath opened this fountain, his love is open to Christ, and derived to Christ, in whom our flesh is, he is bone of our bone, and flesh of our flesh, that we might be bone of his bone,
christ hath opened this fountain, his love is open to christ, and derived to christ, in whom our Flesh is, he is bone of our bone, and Flesh of our Flesh, that we might be bone of his bone,
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and flesh of his flesh by being united with him. So now we trust in him, as God the Father of Christ, reconciled.
and Flesh of his Flesh by being united with him. So now we trust in him, as God the Father of christ, reconciled.
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I believe in God the Father Almighty, as it is in the Creed, God thus considered is the object of trust.I believe in God the Father Almighty, as it is in the Creed, God thus considered is the Object of trust.
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There are two objects of trust; God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost; and Christ Mediator.
There Are two objects of trust; God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost; and christ Mediator.
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If this be so that God reconciled now is the object of trust, for all things that are good, not only for salvation,
If this be so that God reconciled now is the Object of trust, for all things that Are good, not only for salvation,
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but for Grace, and for all comforts, to bring us to heaven, then we see the vanity of all other confidence whatsoever, as I touched before.
but for Grace, and for all comforts, to bring us to heaven, then we see the vanity of all other confidence whatsoever, as I touched before.
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And is it not a blessed thing that God will be trusted, that he hath made himself such a one as we may trust him? Now blessed be God for Christ, that he having received satisfaction to his justice by him he may be trusted,
And is it not a blessed thing that God will be trusted, that he hath made himself such a one as we may trust him? Now blessed be God for christ, that he having received satisfaction to his Justice by him he may be trusted,
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and desires that we should trust him:
and Desires that we should trust him:
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that now in Christ he hath made himself a Father, that we shoud not fear him, nor run away from him:
that now in christ he hath made himself a Father, that we should not Fear him, nor run away from him:
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It is a great favour that God will be trusted of us, that he will honour us so much.
It is a great favour that God will be trusted of us, that he will honour us so much.
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He accounts it an honour when we trust him, but indeed it is an honour to us that we have a throne of grace through Christ to go to, that he hath devised a way that we might trust him, and not run from him:
He accounts it an honour when we trust him, but indeed it is an honour to us that we have a throne of grace through christ to go to, that he hath devised a Way that we might trust him, and not run from him:
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that we may go to him in Christ, who sits at his right hand, who is our intercessor, who hath redeemed us with his precious Blood.
that we may go to him in christ, who sits At his right hand, who is our intercessor, who hath redeemed us with his precious Blood.
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It is our happinesse that he hath made himself a gracious, and loving Father, that he calls us to him,
It is our happiness that he hath made himself a gracious, and loving Father, that he calls us to him,
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and thinks himself honoured by our trusting in him. Again, we see here that, Trust in God is a main duty.
and thinks himself honoured by our trusting in him. Again, we see Here that, Trust in God is a main duty.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
835
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He is the object of trust, and it is a main duty, it is a spring of duty out of which all comes:
He is the Object of trust, and it is a main duty, it is a spring of duty out of which all comes:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
837
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for we see here, all doth aim at this: afflictions they come to mortifie our self-confidence:
for we see Here, all does aim At this: afflictions they come to mortify our self-confidence:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
837
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self-confidence is subdued that we may trust in God: our trust must be carried to him, he is the object of it:
self-confidence is subdued that we may trust in God: our trust must be carried to him, he is the Object of it:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
837
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and this trust in God is a main duty which in this world we ought to labour for.
and this trust in God is a main duty which in this world we ought to labour for.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
837
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4435
It is that that God doth aim at, and it is that that we should aim at.
It is that that God does aim At, and it is that that we should aim At.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
837
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God doth aim at it in exercising of us;
God does aim At it in exercising of us;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
837
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and we should aime at it on our part, in our hearing, in our receiving the Sacrament, in every thing, that our trust and affiance and confidence may be in God,
and we should aim At it on our part, in our hearing, in our receiving the Sacrament, in every thing, that our trust and affiance and confidence may be in God,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
837
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and that we may grow more and more in it.
and that we may grow more and more in it.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
837
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4439
Well, since God is the object of trust, and trust is such a necessary grace, that God doth all to bring us to trust in him:
Well, since God is the Object of trust, and trust is such a necessary grace, that God does all to bring us to trust in him:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
838
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This in a word should be another ground of Patience, & not only of patience,
This in a word should be Another ground of Patience, & not only of patience,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
895
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4440
Let us come to search our selves, how shall we know whether we trust in God, or no.
Let us come to search our selves, how shall we know whither we trust in God, or no.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
838
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4441
And then to direct us, how to come to trust in him, to give some meanes and helps.
And then to Direct us, how to come to trust in him, to give Some means and helps.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
838
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4442
He trusts in God reconciled in Jesus Christ that flies to him in extremity: that a man trusts unto, that when he is pinched he flies unto.
He trusts in God reconciled in jesus christ that flies to him in extremity: that a man trusts unto, that when he is pinched he flies unto.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
839
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How shall a man know that he is a covetous worldling? if he be in extremity, he goes to his purse, he makes a friend of that.
How shall a man know that he is a covetous worldling? if he be in extremity, he Goes to his purse, he makes a friend of that.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
839
Image 5
4444
How shall a man know that he trusts to the arme of flesh, that he trusts his friend too much? in extremity he runs to him, presently he goes to a friend he hath:
How shall a man know that he trusts to the arm of Flesh, that he trusts his friend too much? in extremity he runs to him, presently he Goes to a friend he hath:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
839
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4445
what we run to, that our trust is in. A Christian he runs to his God:
what we run to, that our trust is in. A Christian he runs to his God:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
839
Image 5
4446
and happie is that Christian that is in Covenant, that he hath a God to run to in all extremities, in sicknesse, in death, at all times:
and happy is that Christian that is in Covenant, that he hath a God to run to in all extremities, in sickness, in death, At all times:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
839
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he is happie that he hath a God when all failes to trust in.
he is happy that he hath a God when all fails to trust in.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
839
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4448
Wilt thou know therefore whether thou trustest in God or no? whither goest thou? A carnall man he goes to one earthly prop or other:
Wilt thou know Therefore whither thou trustest in God or no? whither goest thou? A carnal man he Goes to one earthly prop or other:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
840
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4449
if God answer him not presently, then he goes with Saul to the witch, to the Divell himself perhaps:
if God answer him not presently, then he Goes with Saul to the witch, to the devil himself perhaps:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
840
Image 5
4450
if God do not send him present help, he goes to one carnall help or other, to fetches of his wit, to policy, to crack his Conscience, to bear out things with Impudence:
if God do not send him present help, he Goes to one carnal help or other, to Fetches of his wit, to policy, to Crac his Conscience, to bear out things with Impudence:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
840
Image 5
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he hath not learned to trust in God, and he runs not to him, but to some wicked course or other.
he hath not learned to trust in God, and he runs not to him, but to Some wicked course or other.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
840
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All that go not to God in the use of good meanes (for we must put that in, we must go to God in the use of his meanes, in the use of good meanes only) they trust not God;
All that go not to God in the use of good means (for we must put that in, we must go to God in the use of his means, in the use of good means only) they trust not God;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
841
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4453
for God will not be tempted, but trusted, we must go to him by prayer, and in the use of lawful meanes, and onely of lawful meanes;
for God will not be tempted, but trusted, we must go to him by prayer, and in the use of lawful means, and only of lawful means;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
841
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or else if we trust him and do not use the meanes, we tempt him: we must serve Gods providence in using the meanes.
or Else if we trust him and do not use the means, we tempt him: we must serve God's providence in using the means.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
841
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4455
Therefore secondly, he that trusts in God useth his meanes, he that trusts God for a harvest must plow,
Therefore secondly, he that trusts in God uses his means, he that trusts God for a harvest must blow,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
842
Image 5
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and sowe, and do all that belongs to the providence of God.
and sow, and do all that belongs to the providence of God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
842
Image 5
4457
So a Merchant that will increase hisestate, he must get a ship, and other provision to do it with:
So a Merchant that will increase hisestate, he must get a ship, and other provision to do it with:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
843
Image 5
4458
for we must serve Gods providence as well as trust Gods providence.
for we must serve God's providence as well as trust God's providence.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
843
Image 5
4459
When we neglect good and lawful meanes, and run into ill courses, and use ill meanes, we serve not God, nor trust him.
When we neglect good and lawful means, and run into ill courses, and use ill means, we serve not God, nor trust him.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
843
Image 5
4460
Those that grow rich by calling Evill good, and good Evill, they have not learned to trust in God.
Those that grow rich by calling Evil good, and good Evil, they have not learned to trust in God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
843
Image 5
4461
Those that think except they leave their posterity great they shall not be happie, and therefore they will neglect the Sabbath,
Those that think except they leave their posterity great they shall not be happy, and Therefore they will neglect the Sabbath,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
843
Image 5
4462
and neglect all to scrape an estate.
and neglect all to scrape an estate.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
843
Image 5
4463
Is this to trust in God? have they learned to trust in God, when sacrilegiously they take away the time dedicated for the salvation of their souls,
Is this to trust in God? have they learned to trust in God, when sacrilegiously they take away the time dedicated for the salvation of their Souls,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
843
Image 5
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and the service of God? Is this one meanes that God hath ordained to trust him in? They that flatter,
and the service of God? Is this one means that God hath ordained to trust him in? They that flatter,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
843
Image 5
4465
and serve mens humours when they know them to be in a naughty and ill way, is this to trust God,
and serve men's humours when they know them to be in a naughty and ill Way, is this to trust God,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
843
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4466
when they go out of his meanes and way, and make an Idol of flesh and blood to serve their own turn? Alas!
when they go out of his means and Way, and make an Idol of Flesh and blood to serve their own turn? Alas!
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
843
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4467
we need not name these things, if men had learned what it is to trust in God,
we need not name these things, if men had learned what it is to trust in God,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
844
Image 5
4468
and depend upon him in the use of lawful meanes, and would rather be content to want in this world then to have any thing with a crackt conscience.
and depend upon him in the use of lawful means, and would rather be content to want in this world then to have any thing with a cracked conscience.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
844
Image 5
4469
I befeech you, let us examine our own hearts in this; there are many that think they trust in God when they do not:
I befeech you, let us examine our own hearts in this; there Are many that think they trust in God when they do not:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
845
Image 5
4470
they trust their policy, they trust flesh and blood, and by consequence they trust the Divell,
they trust their policy, they trust Flesh and blood, and by consequence they trust the devil,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
845
Image 5
4471
if they trust not in God.
if they trust not in God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
845
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4472
In the next place he that trusts in God, his mind will be quieted in some comfortable measure when he hath used the meanes that are lawful, In the next place he that trusts in God, his mind will be quieted in Some comfortable measure when he hath used the means that Are lawful,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
846
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and cast himself upon God, he will be quiet, and let God work then.
and cast himself upon God, he will be quiet, and let God work then.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
846
Image 5
4474
When he hath taken paines in his calling, lawfully, and desired Gods blessing, if God send wealth, so it is:
When he hath taken pains in his calling, lawfully, and desired God's blessing, if God send wealth, so it is:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
846
Image 5
4475
if not, he is not much troubled, he knowes that all shall be for the best to them that trust in God;
if not, he is not much troubled, he knows that all shall be for the best to them that trust in God;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
846
Image 5
4476
when he cannot have it in the use of lawful meanes, he is quiet.
when he cannot have it in the use of lawful means, he is quiet.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
846
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4477
He that trusts a Physitian, when he hath used the direction of the Physitian he is quiet, he thinks he is a wise man,
He that trusts a physician, when he hath used the direction of the physician he is quiet, he thinks he is a wise man,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
846
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an experienced Physitian, and now he will not trouble his mind any longer:
an experienced physician, and now he will not trouble his mind any longer:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
846
Image 5
4479
if a man vex himself, and think all will not be well, he doth not trust his Physitian.
if a man vex himself, and think all will not be well, he does not trust his physician.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
846
Image 5
4480
And so in other professions we trust to a mans Counsel, if we think him wise,
And so in other professions we trust to a men Counsel, if we think him wise,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
846
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4481
and honest, we follow his direction, and then we will be quiet. Now God is infinitely wise:
and honest, we follow his direction, and then we will be quiet. Now God is infinitely wise:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
846
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4482
when we have used lawfull meanes, and commended the meanes to God (for as he will be trusted in,
when we have used lawful means, and commended the means to God (for as he will be trusted in,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
847
Image 5
4483
so he will be sought unto. I will be sought to by the house of Israel for this:
so he will be sought unto. I will be sought to by the house of Israel for this:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
847
Image 5
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for except we pray to him, he is not trusted:
for except we pray to him, he is not trusted:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
847
Image 5
4485
but when we have prayed to him, in the use of lawful meanes, let us be quiet, let us not be distracted with dividing cares obout this and that,
but when we have prayed to him, in the use of lawful means, let us be quiet, let us not be distracted with dividing Cares obout this and that,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
847
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4486
as if there were not a God in heaven that had care of us, that had a providence over things below;
as if there were not a God in heaven that had care of us, that had a providence over things below;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
847
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4487
certainly he hath, do thou do thy work, and let him alone with his work. The care of duty belongs to thee;
Certainly he hath, do thou do thy work, and let him alone with his work. The care of duty belongs to thee;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
847
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4488
when thou hast done thy duty, rest thou quiet, or else thou honourest him not as a God, thou trustest him not, thou dost not make a God of him:
when thou hast done thy duty, rest thou quiet, or Else thou honourest him not as a God, thou trustest him not, thou dost not make a God of him:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
847
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4489
it is a great dishonour to God.
it is a great dishonour to God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
847
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4490
A man thinks himself dishonoured, when he is not trusted, when we see he hath alway been faithful to us,
A man thinks himself dishonoured, when he is not trusted, when we see he hath always been faithful to us,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
848
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4491
and is so reputed, and yet we call his credit in question, and will not be quiet.
and is so reputed, and yet we call his credit in question, and will not be quiet.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
848
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4492
We should do as Children do, they follow their books, and let their Father take care for all provision,
We should do as Children do, they follow their books, and let their Father take care for all provision,
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for meat and drink, and cloaths and such things:
for meat and drink, and clothes and such things:
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they beat not their heads about it, they know they have a Father that will take care for that.
they beatrice not their Heads about it, they know they have a Father that will take care for that.
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If we were true Children of God, and have the disposition of heavenly Children, we will do so;
If we were true Children of God, and have the disposition of heavenly Children, we will do so;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we trouble our selves, and beat our heads, it is a sign, that we fear that God is not our Father:
if we trouble our selves, and beatrice our Heads, it is a Signen, that we Fear that God is not our Father:
cs pns12 vvb po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n2, pn31 vbz dt n1, cst pns12 vvb cst np1 vbz xx po12 n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore I add that to other signs, a resting of ourselves quiet. When we are quiet, God will do more, then when we vex our selves.
Therefore I add that to other Signs, a resting of ourselves quiet. When we Are quiet, God will do more, then when we vex our selves.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Be still, and see the salvation of the Lord, saith Moses at the Red-Sea: so let us be still, and quiet, and see the Salvation of God: he will work wonders.Be still, and see the salvation of the Lord, Says Moses At the Red sea: so let us be still, and quiet, and see the Salvation of God: he will work wonders.
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Again, it is a sign that we trust in God, when there are no meanes: yet notwithstanding we will not despair:
Again, it is a Signen that we trust in God, when there Are no means: yet notwithstanding we will not despair:
av, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp np1, c-crq pc-acp vbr dx n2: av c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi:
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but hope and trust in God: when we see nothing in the eye of flesh and blood, no meanes of recovery: yet we trust in God:
but hope and trust in God: when we see nothing in the eye of Flesh and blood, no means of recovery: yet we trust in God:
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he can work his way though we see not how, he can make a passage for us.
he can work his Way though we see not how, he can make a passage for us.
pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 cs pns12 vvb xx c-crq, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This is to make a God of him, when there is no meanes, to believe that he can work against meanes.
This is to make a God of him, when there is no means, to believe that he can work against means.
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If my life shall be for his glory and my good, he can recover my life,
If my life shall be for his glory and my good, he can recover my life,
cs po11 n1 vmb vbi p-acp po31 n1 cc po11 j, pns31 vmb vvi po11 n1,
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though the Physitian say I am a dead man: if he have imployment for me in this world, he can do it:
though the physician say I am a dead man: if he have employment for me in this world, he can do it:
cs dt n1 vvb pns11 vbm dt j n1: cs pns31 vhb n1 p-acp pno11 p-acp d n1, pns31 vmb vdi pn31:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he can work with means, or against meanes, or without meanes. And so in desperate troubles:
he can work with means, or against means, or without means. And so in desperate Troubles:
pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n2, cc p-acp n2, cc p-acp n2. cc av p-acp j n2:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
849
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if God see it good for me, he can deliver me though there be no meanes:
if God see it good for me, he can deliver me though there be no means:
cs np1 vvb pn31 j p-acp pno11, pns31 vmb vvi pno11 cs pc-acp vbb dx n2:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is the Creator of meanes, do not tye him to his own creature; if all be taken away, he can make new.
he is the Creator of means, do not tie him to his own creature; if all be taken away, he can make new.
pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, vdb xx vvi pno31 p-acp po31 d n1; cs d vbb vvn av, pns31 vmb vvi j.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, he trusts in God that labours to make God his friend continually: for he whom we trust unto we will not provoke:
Again, he trusts in God that labours to make God his friend continually: for he whom we trust unto we will not provoke:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
850
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certainly we will not provoke a man whom we mean to make our friend.
Certainly we will not provoke a man whom we mean to make our friend.
av-j pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1 ro-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
850
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4511
Those that live in swearing, in defiled courses, in contempt of God, and of holy things, of the ordinances of God, of the day appointed to holy and religious uses, those that wax stubborn against God, as the Scripture speaks;
Those that live in swearing, in defiled courses, in contempt of God, and of holy things, of the ordinances of God, of the day appointed to holy and religious uses, those that wax stubborn against God, as the Scripture speaks;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
850
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do we trust him against whom we walk stubbornly? VVill a man trust him that he makes his enemy by wicked courses? Thou makest God thy enemy,
do we trust him against whom we walk stubbornly? VVill a man trust him that he makes his enemy by wicked courses? Thou Makest God thy enemy,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
850
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and provokest him to his face, to trie whether he will pour vengeance upon this or no.
and provokest him to his face, to try whither he will pour vengeance upon this or no.
cc vv2 pno31 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi cs pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d cc uh-dx.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
850
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4514
He tells thee thou shalt not be upunished if thou take his Name in vain; yet thou wilt be stubborn, and not make conscience of these things.
He tells thee thou shalt not be upunished if thou take his Name in vain; yet thou wilt be stubborn, and not make conscience of these things.
pns31 vvz pno21 pns21 vm2 xx vbi j cs pns21 vvi po31 n1 p-acp j; av pns21 vm2 vbi j, cc xx vvi n1 pp-f d n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
850
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4515
Dost thou trust him? No, thou provokest him;
Dost thou trust him? No, thou provokest him;
vd2 pns21 vvi pno31? uh-dx, pns21 vv2 pno31;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
850
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4516
thou mayest trust him, but it must be to damn thee, to give thee thy reward with rebells, thou mayest trust him for that:
thou Mayest trust him, but it must be to damn thee, to give thee thy reward with rebels, thou Mayest trust him for that:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
850
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but for good things thou doest not, thou canst not trust him in wicked courses.
but for good things thou dost not, thou Canst not trust him in wicked courses.
cc-acp p-acp j n2 pns21 vd2 xx, pns21 vm2 xx vvi pno31 p-acp j n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
850
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4518
VVho will trust his enemy, especially he that he hath made his enemy by his ill course of life? A man that goes on in an evill course, he cannot, he doth not trust in God.
Who will trust his enemy, especially he that he hath made his enemy by his ill course of life? A man that Goes on in an evil course, he cannot, he does not trust in God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
851
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4519
He that trusts in Gods promise, will trust in his threatning: where there is an Evangelical faith, there is a legall faith alway.
He that trusts in God's promise, will trust in his threatening: where there is an Evangelical faith, there is a Legal faith always.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
852
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4520
He that believes that God will save him if he trust in Christ, he believes that if he doe not believe in Christ he will damn him,
He that believes that God will save him if he trust in christ, he believes that if he do not believe in christ he will damn him,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
852
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if he live in his naturall course without repentance.
if he live in his natural course without Repentance.
cs pns31 vvb p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
852
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4522
There is a legall faith of the curse as well as an Evangelical of the promise, they are both together:
There is a Legal faith of the curse as well as an Evangelical of the promise, they Are both together:
pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt np1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr av-d av:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
853
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4523
if thou do not believe Gods curse in wicked courses, thou wilt never believe him for the other.
if thou do not believe God's curse in wicked courses, thou wilt never believe him for the other.
cs pns21 vdb xx vvi npg1 n1 p-acp j n2, pns21 vm2 av-x vvi pno31 p-acp dt n-jn.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
853
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4524
Therefore I will add this to make up the evidences of trust in God:
Therefore I will add this to make up the evidences of trust in God:
av pns11 vmb vvi d pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
853
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4525
True trust lookes to Gods truth, and promise, and Word in one part of it as well as another.
True trust looks to God's truth, and promise, and Word in one part of it as well as Another.
j n1 vvz p-acp npg1 n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp crd n1 pp-f pn31 a-acp av c-acp j-jn.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
853
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4526
Thou trusts God for thy salvation, and the promises of that: but thou must trust him for the direction of thy life too.
Thou trusts God for thy salvation, and the promises of that: but thou must trust him for the direction of thy life too.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
853
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4527
Faith doth not single out some objects, I will believe this, and not that: faith is carried to all the objects, it believes all Gods truths:
Faith does not single out Some objects, I will believe this, and not that: faith is carried to all the objects, it believes all God's truths:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
853
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4528
therefo if I believe not the threatnings, and the directions, to be ruled by them, I believe not the promises:
therefo if I believe not the threatenings, and the directions, to be ruled by them, I believe not the promises:
av cs pns11 vvb xx dt n2-vvg, cc dt n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, pns11 vvb xx dt n2:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
853
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4529
in what measure thou believest the promise of mercy to save thy soul, in that measure thou believest the directions of Gods Word to guide thy soul.
in what measure thou Believest the promise of mercy to save thy soul, in that measure thou Believest the directions of God's Word to guide thy soul.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
853
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4530
He that receives Christ as a Priest to save him, he must receive him as a King to rule him.
He that receives christ as a Priest to save him, he must receive him as a King to Rule him.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
853
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4531
All the directions, and all the threatnings, and all the promises must be received and believed.
All the directions, and all the threatenings, and all the promises must be received and believed.
d dt n2, cc d dt n2-vvg, cc d dt n2 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
854
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4532
A man hath no more faith, and trust in God then he hath care to follow Gods direction:
A man hath no more faith, and trust in God then he hath care to follow God's direction:
dt n1 vhz dx dc n1, cc vvi p-acp np1 cs pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
855
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4533
for faith is carried to all divine truthes, all come from the same God. Thousands go to hell,
for faith is carried to all divine truths, all come from the same God. Thousands go to hell,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
855
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4534
and think, O, God is a mercifull God, and I will trust in him, but how is thy life, is it carried by Gods directions? thou art a rebel, thou livest in sins against conscience:
and think, Oh, God is a merciful God, and I will trust in him, but how is thy life, is it carried by God's directions? thou art a rebel, thou Livest in Sins against conscience:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
855
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4535
thou wilt trust in God in one part of his Word, and not in another, thou must not be a chooser.
thou wilt trust in God in one part of his Word, and not in Another, thou must not be a chooser.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
855
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Again, the last that I will name at this time, if thou trust God for one thing, undoubtedly thou wilt trust him for all:
Again, the last that I will name At this time, if thou trust God for one thing, undoubtedly thou wilt trust him for all:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
856
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4537
if thou trust him with thy Soul, certainly thou wilt trust him with thy Children. Some men hope to be saved by Christ:
if thou trust him with thy Soul, Certainly thou wilt trust him with thy Children. some men hope to be saved by christ:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
856
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4538
O, he will be mercifull to their souls, and yet even to their Death they use corrupt courses, to get an estate,
Oh, he will be merciful to their Souls, and yet even to their Death they use corrupt courses, to get an estate,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
856
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4539
and to make their Children rich, and except they have so much, they will not trust in God.
and to make their Children rich, and except they have so much, they will not trust in God.
cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 j, cc c-acp pns32 vhb av av-d, pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
856
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4540
If they have nothing to leave them, they think not that there is a God in heaven who is a better Father then they.
If they have nothing to leave them, they think not that there is a God in heaven who is a better Father then they.
cs pns32 vhb pix pc-acp vvi pno32, pns32 vvb xx d pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 r-crq vbz dt jc n1 cs pns32.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
856
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4541
Put cafe thou hast nothing, hast thou not Gods blessing? canst thou trust thy soul with God,
Put cafe thou hast nothing, hast thou not God's blessing? Canst thou trust thy soul with God,
vvb zz pns21 vh2 pix, vh2 pns21 xx npg1 n1? vm2 pns21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp np1,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
856
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4542
and canst thou not trust him with thy family? Is he not the God of thy seed? hath he not made the promise to thy posterity,
and Canst thou not trust him with thy family? Is he not the God of thy seed? hath he not made the promise to thy posterity,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
856
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as well as to thy self? If thou trust him for one thing thou wilt trust him for all.
as well as to thy self? If thou trust him for one thing thou wilt trust him for all.
c-acp av c-acp p-acp po21 n1? cs pns21 vvb pno31 p-acp crd n1 pns21 vm2 vvi pno31 p-acp d.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
856
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4544
Wilt thou trust him for Heaven, and wilt thou not trust him for provision, for daily bread? Wilt thou not trust him for this or that:
Wilt thou trust him for Heaven, and wilt thou not trust him for provision, for daily bred? Wilt thou not trust him for this or that:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
856
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but thou must use unlawfull meanes? He that trusts God, he trusts him for all truths,
but thou must use unlawful means? He that trusts God, he trusts him for all truths,
cc-acp pns21 vmb vvi j n2? pns31 cst vvz np1, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp d n2,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
856
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4546
and for all things needfull, with his Family, with his Body, with his Soul, with all.
and for all things needful, with his Family, with his Body, with his Soul, with all.
cc p-acp d n2 j, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
856
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4547
And so much for the tryalls, whether we trust in God or no.
And so much for the trials, whither we trust in God or no.
cc av av-d c-acp dt n2, cs pns12 vvb p-acp np1 cc uh-dx.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
856
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4548
Let us not deceive our selves, it is a point of infinite consequence, as much as the salvation of our souls.
Let us not deceive our selves, it is a point of infinite consequence, as much as the salvation of our Souls.
vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 n2, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
857
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4549
What brings men to hell, in the Church? false confidence:
What brings men to hell, in the Church? false confidence:
q-crq vvz n2 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1? j n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
857
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4550
they trust to false things, or they think they trust in God when indeed they do not.
they trust to false things, or they think they trust in God when indeed they do not.
pns32 vvb p-acp j n2, cc pns32 vvb pns32 vvb p-acp np1 c-crq av pns32 vdb xx.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
857
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4551
The fault of a ship is seen in a tempest: and the fault of a house is seen when winter comes.
The fault of a ship is seen in a tempest: and the fault of a house is seen when winter comes.
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1: cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn c-crq n1 vvz.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
858
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Thy trust that is thy house that thou goest to, and restest in, the fault of that will be seen when thou comest to extremity;
Thy trust that is thy house that thou goest to, and restest in, the fault of that will be seen when thou Comest to extremity;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
858
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in the hour of death, then thou hast not a God to go to, then thy conscience upbraids thee, thou hast lived by thy shifts in carnall confidence,
in the hour of death, then thou hast not a God to go to, then thy conscience upbraids thee, thou hast lived by thy shifts in carnal confidence,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and rebellion against God, and how canst thou then willingly trust God whom thou hast made thine enemy all thy life-time?
and rebellion against God, and how Canst thou then willingly trust God whom thou hast made thine enemy all thy lifetime?
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To go then to some helps.
To go then to Some helps.
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If upon search we find that we do not so trust in God as we should:
If upon search we find that we do not so trust in God as we should:
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Let us lament our unbelieving hearts, complain to God of it:
Let us lament our unbelieving hearts, complain to God of it:
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desire God, whatsoever he doth, that he would honour us so much as that we may honour him by trusting in him:
desire God, whatsoever he does, that he would honour us so much as that we may honour him by trusting in him:
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for it is his glory, and our salvation.
for it is his glory, and our salvation.
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But, because (I will not go out of the text;) the best way is (that which followes) to know God as he is.
But, Because (I will not go out of the text;) the best Way is (that which follows) to know God as he is.
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How come we to trust a man? When we know his Honesty, his Fidelity, his Wisdom,
How come we to trust a man? When we know his Honesty, his Fidis, his Wisdom,
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and his sufficiencie, then we trust him:
and his sufficiency, then we trust him:
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therefore St. Paul adds here, that we should Trust in God that raiseth the dead, that is, in God Almighty. From whence I raise this general, that The best way to trust in God is to know him as he is.
Therefore Saint Paul adds Here, that we should Trust in God that Raiseth the dead, that is, in God Almighty. From whence I raise this general, that The best Way to trust in God is to know him as he is.
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We know his attributes by his principall works, we know his nature by his works,
We know his attributes by his principal works, we know his nature by his works,
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as here is one of the principall set down, he is God that raiseth the dead. A sound sanctified trust in God is by knowing of him, They that know thy Name, will trust in thee, Psal, 9. There are three waies of the knowledge of God. His Nature. Promises. Works.
as Here is one of the principal Set down, he is God that Raiseth the dead. A found sanctified trust in God is by knowing of him, They that know thy Name, will trust in thee, Psalm, 9. There Are three ways of the knowledge of God. His Nature. Promises. Works.
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To know what he hath engaged himself in, in all the promises that concern us: and then to know his strength, how able he is to make good them promises
To know what he hath engaged himself in, in all the promises that concern us: and then to know his strength, how able he is to make good them promises
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And then to know his works, how his nature hath inabled him to make good those promises:
And then to know his works, how his nature hath enabled him to make good those promises:
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Especially his nature, as to consider his goodnesse, and his wisdom: every attribute indeed doth inforce trust:
Especially his nature, as to Consider his Goodness, and his Wisdom: every attribute indeed does enforce trust:
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for he is good freely, he is good to us, of his own bowels.
for he is good freely, he is good to us, of his own bowels.
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VVe may trust him that hath made himself a Father, out of hiw own mercy in Christ when we were enemies.
We may trust him that hath made himself a Father, out of hiw own mercy in christ when we were enemies.
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His goodnesse and wisdom is infinite as himself, and his power and his truth. As the scripture saith oft-times, Faithful is God that hath promised,
His Goodness and Wisdom is infinite as himself, and his power and his truth. As the scripture Says ofttimes, Faithful is God that hath promised,
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St. Bernard a good man in Evill times, saith he, I consider three things in which I pitch my hope and trust, Charitatem adoptionis, the love of God in making me his Child:
Saint Bernard a good man in Evil times, Says he, I Consider three things in which I pitch my hope and trust, Charitatem adoptionis, the love of God in making me his Child:
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and Veritatem promissionis, the truth of God in performing his promise: his Love is such to make me his Child:
and Veritatem promissionis, the truth of God in performing his promise: his Love is such to make me his Child:
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his truth is such to perform his promise.
his truth is such to perform his promise.
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Thirdly, I consider his power that is able to make good that, that he hath promised.
Thirdly, I Consider his power that is able to make good that, that he hath promised.
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This threefold cable is a strong one:
This threefold cable is a strong one:
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his love in adoption, his truth in performing his promise, and his power in making good all this.
his love in adoption, his truth in performing his promise, and his power in making good all this.
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This threefold cable will not easily be broken. Let my Sottish flesh murmur against me as long as it will:
This threefold cable will not Easily be broken. Let my Sottish Flesh murmur against me as long as it will:
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as the flesh will murmur, who art thou that thou darest trust in God? What is thy merit that thou hopest for such great glory? No, no, saith he, I know whom I have believed, as Saint Paul saith.
as the Flesh will murmur, who art thou that thou Darest trust in God? What is thy merit that thou hopest for such great glory? No, no, Says he, I know whom I have believed, as Saint Paul Says.
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I answer with great confidence against my Sottish murmuring flesh, I know whom I have trusted.
I answer with great confidence against my Sottish murmuring Flesh, I know whom I have trusted.
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He is able, he is good, he is true. This that Holy man had to exercise his faith.
He is able, he is good, he is true. This that Holy man had to exercise his faith.
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I name it, because it is the temper, of all believing souls that are so in truth.
I name it, Because it is the temper, of all believing Souls that Are so in truth.
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Trust in God at all times, and pour out thy heart before him; for he is our refuge. Trust in God At all times, and pour out thy heart before him; for he is our refuge.
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And so, Trust not in oppresion, and Robbery:
And so, Trust not in oppression, and Robbery:
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The believing heart considers the nature of God, the promise of God, and though the murmuring rebellious flesh say, what art thou? how darest thou that art flesh and blood look to God? O, he is faithful he is good,
The believing heart considers the nature of God, the promise of God, and though the murmuring rebellious Flesh say, what art thou? how Darest thou that art Flesh and blood look to God? O, he is faithful he is good,
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and gracious in Christ, he hath made himself a Father, I know whom I have believed, God is al-sufficient.
and gracious in christ, he hath made himself a Father, I know whom I have believed, God is All-sufficient.
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Trust and confidence doth grow in the soul, in what measure and proportion the knowledge of him whom we trust in growes, and as his strength growes:
Trust and confidence does grow in the soul, in what measure and proportion the knowledge of him whom we trust in grows, and as his strength grows:
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the more rich and strong a man growes in whom I trust, and the more gracious and good he growes,
the more rich and strong a man grows in whom I trust, and the more gracious and good he grows,
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and the more my knowledge of him is increased with it too, that I see he is so able,
and the more my knowledge of him is increased with it too, that I see he is so able,
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so true, so loving a man, a man so affected to me:
so true, so loving a man, a man so affected to me:
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the more he growes, and my knowledge of him, the more my trust is carried to him.
the more he grows, and my knowledge of him, the more my trust is carried to him.
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So a Christian the more he considers the infinitenesse of Gods love, of his wisdom and goodnesse, the more he is carried in trust, and confidence to it.
So a Christian the more he considers the infiniteness of God's love, of his Wisdom and Goodness, the more he is carried in trust, and confidence to it.
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Not to trouble you with many places, the 62. Psal. is an excellent Psal. for trust and confidence in God;
Not to trouble you with many places, the 62. Psalm is an excellent Psalm for trust and confidence in God;
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the whole Psal. is to that purpose, to stir up himself to trust in God:
the Whole Psalm is to that purpose, to stir up himself to trust in God:
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for that followes knowledge, when upon knowledge we rouze up our hearts, God is my rock, and my salvation, and defence.
for that follows knowledge, when upon knowledge we rouse up our hearts, God is my rock, and my salvation, and defence.
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Is he so? then, my soul, trust in God: he chargeth it upon his soul, Therefore I will trust in God.
Is he so? then, my soul, trust in God: he charges it upon his soul, Therefore I will trust in God.
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And then he blames his soul, Is God so? Why art thou so disquieted, O my soul?
And then he blames his soul, Is God so? Why art thou so disquieted, Oh my soul?
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This is the exercise of a Christian heart, when upon sound knowledge he can charge his soul to trust in God,
This is the exercise of a Christian heart, when upon found knowledge he can charge his soul to trust in God,
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and check his soul, Why art thou cast down? still trust in God.
and check his soul, Why art thou cast down? still trust in God.
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Why dost thou not trust in him? Is he not true? Is he not wise? He is The God of my salvation.
Why dost thou not trust in him? Is he not true? Is he not wise? He is The God of my salvation.
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And in verse 8. Trust in God at all times, in prosperity, in adversity: why? God is my refuge.
And in verse 8. Trust in God At all times, in Prosperity, in adversity: why? God is my refuge.
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There he sets forth his nature. If our troubles be never so many, there is somewhat in God that is answerable:
There he sets forth his nature. If our Troubles be never so many, there is somewhat in God that is answerable:
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as in Psal. 18. He is a rock, and a shield: he hath somewhat in him that is opposite to every ill.
as in Psalm 18. He is a rock, and a shield: he hath somewhat in him that is opposite to every ill.
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And withall, Pour out thy heart to God: for where there is trust, there is prayer.
And withal, Pour out thy heart to God: for where there is trust, there is prayer.
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If-riches increase, set not your hearts upon them: for God hath spoken once, and twice, that power belongs to God. If-riches increase, Set not your hearts upon them: for God hath spoken once, and twice, that power belongs to God.
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Trust not any other thing but God. Power and Mercy belong to him.
Trust not any other thing but God. Power and Mercy belong to him.
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This is a notable way to trust in God, to know that power and mercy belong to him.
This is a notable Way to trust in God, to know that power and mercy belong to him.
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If another man love me, hath not God another mans heart in his hand? The Kings heart is in his hand:
If Another man love me, hath not God Another men heart in his hand? The Kings heart is in his hand:
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therefore trust in God for the favour of men.
Therefore trust in God for the favour of men.
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Hath he not all the power? that that another man hath that affects me, it is but a derived power from him:
Hath he not all the power? that that Another man hath that affects me, it is but a derived power from him:
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he hath inclined him to do good to me.
he hath inclined him to do good to me.
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All Mercy, and Love, it is from God, and he turnes and disposeth it as it pleaseth him;
All Mercy, and Love, it is from God, and he turns and Disposeth it as it Pleases him;
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as it is the Scripture-phrase, the language of Canaan, the heart is in Gods hands, he inclined the heart of such a man.
as it is the Scripture phrase, the language of Canaan, the heart is in God's hands, he inclined the heart of such a man.
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The knowledge of God, with prayer, and stirring up our selves to trust in God,
The knowledge of God, with prayer, and stirring up our selves to trust in God,
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and checking our souls for the contrary, it is a notable meanes to trust in God.
and checking our Souls for the contrary, it is a notable means to trust in God.
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And though we feel no present comfort from God, trust him for his word, trust him for his promise;
And though we feel no present Comfort from God, trust him for his word, trust him for his promise;
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though he seeme now to be a God hidden.
though he seem now to be a God hidden.
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As a Child in the dark he holds his Father fast by the hand, he sees not his Father,
As a Child in the dark he holds his Father fast by the hand, he sees not his Father,
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but he knowes his Fathers hand is strong:
but he knows his Father's hand is strong:
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and though he see him not, yet he believes it is his Father, and holds him though it be in the dark.
and though he see him not, yet he believes it is his Father, and holds him though it be in the dark.
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Men they cast anchor in the dark, at midnight, though they cannot see, yet they know that the anchor will hold fast.
Men they cast anchor in the dark, At midnight, though they cannot see, yet they know that the anchor will hold fast.
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Cast anchor upon God, in darknesse and temptation, hold God fast in the dark night, although we see nothing:
Cast anchor upon God, in darkness and temptation, hold God fast in the dark night, although we see nothing:
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we shall alway find this, that he is a God able to fulfill his promise, that he is a true, and faithfull, and able God;
we shall always find this, that he is a God able to fulfil his promise, that he is a true, and faithful, and able God;
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cast anchor in him therefore, though thou feele, or see nothing, be sure in all extremities to trust in God.
cast anchor in him Therefore, though thou feel, or see nothing, be sure in all extremities to trust in God.
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Besides other things, trust in God is properly, and primarily wrought by the promises; trust in God so far as he hath discovered himself to be trusted.
Beside other things, trust in God is properly, and primarily wrought by the promises; trust in God so Far as he hath discovered himself to be trusted.
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I can trust a man no further then I have a writing or a word of mouth from him, or a message from him.
I can trust a man no further then I have a writing or a word of Mouth from him, or a message from him.
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Now what have we from God to trust him for? we have his Word written,
Now what have we from God to trust him for? we have his Word written,
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and that is sealed by the Sacrament. The way to trust in God therefore is to know the promises.
and that is sealed by the Sacrament. The Way to trust in God Therefore is to know the promises.
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The general promises that doe concern all Christians, and all conditions, and estates of men. God will be a Sun and a Shield:
The general promises that do concern all Christians, and all conditions, and estates of men. God will be a Sun and a Shield:
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a Sun for all good, and a Shield to keep away all evill: and no good thing shall be wanting to him that lives a godly life.
a Sun for all good, and a Shield to keep away all evil: and no good thing shall be wanting to him that lives a godly life.
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Again, general promises for issue, All things shall work for good to them that love God, Romans 8. 28. And, he will give his Spirit to them that ask him.
Again, general promises for issue, All things shall work for good to them that love God, Romans 8. 28. And, he will give his Spirit to them that ask him.
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It is a generall promise to all askers whatsoever, that they shall have the Spirit of God, which is a promise that hath all particular graces in it:
It is a general promise to all askers whatsoever, that they shall have the Spirit of God, which is a promise that hath all particular graces in it:
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for the Spirit is the Fountain of all grace, it is the Spirit of Love, of Faith, of Hope, all are in the promise of the Spirit, and God hath promised this.
for the Spirit is the Fountain of all grace, it is the Spirit of Love, of Faith, of Hope, all Are in the promise of the Spirit, and God hath promised this.
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Let us trust in God for these generall things.
Let us trust in God for these general things.
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And for particular promises, he hath made a promise to be a Husband to the Widow, and a Father to the Fatherlesse.
And for particular promises, he hath made a promise to be a Husband to the Widow, and a Father to the Fatherless.
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He will regard the cause of the Widow, and he is a God that comforteth he Abject. He hath made promises to those that are afflicted, to all estates, and conditions of men; trust in God for these.
He will regard the cause of the Widow, and he is a God that comforts he Abject. He hath made promises to those that Are afflicted, to all estates, and conditions of men; trust in God for these.
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But how? he hath made these with conditions in regard of outward things: But how? he hath made these with conditions in regard of outward things:
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Let us trust him so farre forth as he hath promised, that is, he will either protect us from dangers or give us patience in dangers:
Let us trust him so Far forth as he hath promised, that is, he will either Pact us from dangers or give us patience in dangers:
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he will give us all outward things, or else contentment which is better: take him in that latitude:
he will give us all outward things, or Else contentment which is better: take him in that latitude:
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trust in him as he will be trusted to:
trust in him as he will be trusted to:
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for outward things ' he will either give the things, or give the grace which is better;
for outward things ' he will either give the things, or give the grace which is better;
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he will either remove the grievance, or he will plant the grace which is better.
he will either remove the grievance, or he will plant the grace which is better.
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If he remove not the evill he will give patience to bear it, and what do I lose if he give me not the good thing;
If he remove not the evil he will give patience to bear it, and what do I loose if he give me not the good thing;
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if he give me contentment? I have grace to supply it which makes me a better man.
if he give me contentment? I have grace to supply it which makes me a better man.
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If he give me the thing without the Grace what am I the better? a carnal Reprobate may have that.
If he give me the thing without the Grace what am I the better? a carnal Reprobate may have that.
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So let us trust him, as he will be trusted: for Grace and spiritual things, all shall be for our good without fail;
So let us trust him, as he will be trusted: for Grace and spiritual things, all shall be for our good without fail;
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Then we trust in God that raiseth the dead: nay, we see our selves as it were raised already.
Then we trust in God that Raiseth the dead: nay, we see our selves as it were raised already.
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but for the things of this life, either he will give them, or else graces. Let us trust God therefore, as he will be trusted in his word and promises.
but for the things of this life, either he will give them, or Else graces. Let us trust God Therefore, as he will be trusted in his word and promises.
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Now this trusting of God, (to speak a little to the present purpose, because Saint Paul was now in great affliction,
Now this trusting of God, (to speak a little to the present purpose, Because Saint Paul was now in great affliction,
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when he learned to trust in God:
when he learned to trust in God:
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he was in fear of Death.) Let us see how we are to exercise this trust in great crosses,
he was in Fear of Death.) Let us see how we Are to exercise this trust in great Crosses,
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and in the hour of Death. St. Paul was in these two.
and in the hour of Death. Saint Paul was in these two.
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The point is very large, and I will take it onely according to the present scope.
The point is very large, and I will take it only according to the present scope.
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How doth a Christian exercise trust in extremity, in extream crosses? for then he must go to God, he hath none else to go to:
How does a Christian exercise trust in extremity, in extreme Crosses? for then he must go to God, he hath none Else to go to:
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he is beaten, from the creature, and as I said before, the soul will have somewhat to go to.
he is beaten, from the creature, and as I said before, the soul will have somewhat to go to.
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The poor creatures, the silly conies they have the rocks to go to, as Solomon saith:
The poor creatures, the silly conies they have the Rocks to go to, as Solomon Says:
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the Soul that hath greater understanding, it is necessitated to trust in God in afflictions. Then the soul must say to God, Lord, if thou help not, none can:
the Soul that hath greater understanding, it is necessitated to trust in God in afflictions. Then the soul must say to God, Lord, if thou help not, none can:
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as Jehosaphat said in 2. Chron. 20. We know not what to do, but our eyes are to thee.
as Jehoshaphat said in 2. Chronicles 20. We know not what to do, but our eyes Are to thee.
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In great afflictions we exercise trust, because we are forced.
In great afflictions we exercise trust, Because we Are forced.
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And because then we are put to this, we put the promises in suit, the promises made to us for extremity.
And Because then we Are put to this, we put the promises in suit, the promises made to us for extremity.
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In Isay 43. 2. he hath promised to be with us in the fire, and in the water.
In Saiah 43. 2. he hath promised to be with us in the fire, and in the water.
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There is a promise of Gods presence: and the soul improves that:
There is a promise of God's presence: and the soul improves that:
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Lord, thou hast promised to be present in great perills and dangers, as there are two of the greatest specified, fire, and water. Thou hast promised thou wilt be present, with us in the fire, and in the water:
Lord, thou hast promised to be present in great perils and dangers, as there Are two of the greatest specified, fire, and water. Thou hast promised thou wilt be present, with us in the fire, and in the water:
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now, Lord, make good thy promise, be thou present.
now, Lord, make good thy promise, be thou present.
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And when God makes good this promise of presence, then the Soul triumphs, as in Psal. 23. Though I walk in the valley of the shadow of death, I will not fear,
And when God makes good this promise of presence, then the Soul Triumphos, as in Psalm 23. Though I walk in the valley of the shadow of death, I will not Fear,
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because thou art with me, Lord. So in Psal, 27. he begins triumphantly:Because thou art with me, Lord. So in Psalm, 27. he begins triumphantly:
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The Lord is my shield, whom shall I fear? of whom shall I be afraid. The Lord is my shield, whom shall I Fear? of whom shall I be afraid.
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Let us exercise our trust this way in extremity.
Let us exercise our trust this Way in extremity.
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Thus we see how we should trust in God, in great crosses, and in the sentence of Death.
Thus we see how we should trust in God, in great Crosses, and in the sentence of Death.
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God is with us, and who can be against us, saith the Apostle? Thus the Christian soul lives by trusting in God, in all extremity of crosses whatsoever:God is with us, and who can be against us, Says the Apostle? Thus the Christian soul lives by trusting in God, in all extremity of Crosses whatsoever:
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the soul is forced to God, and claimes the promises of presence. And not onely the promise of his presence, but the promise of support and comfort, and of mitigation.
the soul is forced to God, and claims the promises of presence. And not only the promise of his presence, but the promise of support and Comfort, and of mitigation.
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There is a promise in 1. Cor. 10. 13. God is faithfull, and will not suffer us to be tempted above our strength.
There is a promise in 1. Cor. 10. 13. God is faithful, and will not suffer us to be tempted above our strength.
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Here faith is exercised, Lord, I am in a great crosse now, I am in afflictions, thou hast promised that thou wilt not suffer me to be tempted above that I am able to bear.
Here faith is exercised, Lord, I am in a great cross now, I am in afflictions, thou hast promised that thou wilt not suffer me to be tempted above that I am able to bear.
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Now make good this promise of thine, be present, and be present by way of mitigation, either pull down the crosse, and make it lesse:
Now make good this promise of thine, be present, and be present by Way of mitigation, either pull down the cross, and make it less:
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or raise up my strength, and make that greater:
or raise up my strength, and make that greater:
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for thou hast promised that thou wilt not suffer us to be tempted above our strength.
for thou hast promised that thou wilt not suffer us to be tempted above our strength.
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And then the soul lives by faith of the issue in great extremities;
And then the soul lives by faith of the issue in great extremities;
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I am in great extremity, but I know all shall end well, Thus we trust in God in all extremity of afflictions whatsoever:
I am in great extremity, but I know all shall end well, Thus we trust in God in all extremity of afflictions whatsoever:
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in the houre of Death, when we receive the Sentence of Death, how do we then exercise trust in God?
in the hour of Death, when we receive the Sentence of Death, how do we then exercise trust in God?
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In Psal, 16. My flesh shall rest in hope: because thou wilt not suffer thy Holy one to see corruption:
In Psalm, 16. My Flesh shall rest in hope: Because thou wilt not suffer thy Holy one to see corruption:
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Because God did nor suffer Christ to see corruption (who is our head) therefore my flesh likewise shall rest in hope, when I die.
Because God did nor suffer christ to see corruption (who is our head) Therefore my Flesh likewise shall rest in hope, when I die.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
892
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Our head triumphed over Death, and is in Heaven, and I die in Faith, I trust in God that raised him from the Dead, who was my surety.
Our head triumphed over Death, and is in Heaven, and I die in Faith, I trust in God that raised him from the Dead, who was my surety.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
892
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I know my debts are paid, my surety is out of prison;
I know my debts Are paid, my surety is out of prison;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
892
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Christ, who took upon him to discharge my debts, he is out of the prison of the grave, he is in heaven:
christ, who took upon him to discharge my debts, he is out of the prison of the grave, he is in heaven:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
892
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therefore my flesh shall rest in hope. If it were not for this, that Christ were risen:
Therefore my Flesh shall rest in hope. If it were not for this, that christ were risen:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
892
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when we have the sentence of Death, we over-look the grave, we see our selves in Heaven:
when we have the sentence of Death, we overlook the grave, we see our selves in Heaven:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
893
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as David saith, I should utterly have failed, but that I looked to see the goodnesse of the Lord in the land of the living.
as David Says, I should utterly have failed, but that I looked to see the Goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
893
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Then faith lookes beyond Death, and beyond the grave, it looks up, and with Stephen it sees Christ at the right hand of God: we see Christ ready to receive our souls.
Then faith looks beyond Death, and beyond the grave, it looks up, and with Stephen it sees christ At the right hand of God: we see christ ready to receive our Souls.
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893
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but of contentment, in extrream crosses, in the hour of Death, that all that God doth is for this, that we may exercise trust in him.
but of contentment, in extrream Crosses, in the hour of Death, that all that God does is for this, that we may exercise trust in him.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
895
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And if the Soul clasp to him, who is the Fountain of life, the chief good, it cannot be miserable:
And if the Soul clasp to him, who is the Fountain of life, the chief good, it cannot be miserable:
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895
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but this it doth by trust; our trust makes us one with him, it is that which brings us to God:
but this it does by trust; our trust makes us one with him, it is that which brings us to God:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
895
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and afflictions, and Death it self force us to exercise faith in the promises, and drive us to him.
and afflictions, and Death it self force us to exercise faith in the promises, and drive us to him.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
895
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So God hath overpowered all crosses, extream crosses, even Death it self, that he hath sanctified them to fit us to trust in him,
So God hath overpowered all Crosses, extreme Crosses, even Death it self, that he hath sanctified them to fit us to trust in him,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
895
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and who can be miserable that trusts in God?
and who can be miserable that trusts in God?
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895
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What construction should we make of crosses, and afflictions? Surely, this is to take away false confidence:
What construction should we make of Crosses, and afflictions? Surely, this is to take away false confidence:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
896
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this is to drive me to God:
this is to drive me to God:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
896
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shall I be impatient and murmur at that which God hath ordained to bring me nearer to himself, to trust in him, to take away all false confidence in the creature?
shall I be impatient and murmur At that which God hath ordained to bring me nearer to himself, to trust in him, to take away all false confidence in the creature?
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
896
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No, this should cut the sinewes of all carnall confidence, and make us patient, and thankful in all crosses:
No, this should Cut the sinews of all carnal confidence, and make us patient, and thankful in all Crosses:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
897
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Because God now is seeking our good, he is drawing good out of these crosses: he labours by this to bring us nearer to himself.
Because God now is seeking our good, he is drawing good out of these Crosses: he labours by this to bring us nearer to himself.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
897
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Blessed is that crosse, blessed is that sicknesse, or losse of friends whatsoever, that brings us nearer to God.
Blessed is that cross, blessed is that sickness, or loss of Friends whatsoever, that brings us nearer to God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
897
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Why doth God take away our dear friends? that we might clinge nearer to him:
Why does God take away our dear Friends? that we might cling nearer to him:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
897
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because he will have us to see that he is al-sufficient.
Because he will have us to see that he is All-sufficient.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
897
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VVhat doth a man lose when he trusts in God, though he lose all the world? hath he not him that made the world at the first,
What does a man loose when he trusts in God, though he loose all the world? hath he not him that made the world At the First,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
898
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and can make another if he please? If a man lose all, and have God (as he hath that trusts in him,
and can make Another if he please? If a man loose all, and have God (as he hath that trusts in him,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
898
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and in his Word, for God will not deny his Word and truth:
and in his Word, for God will not deny his Word and truth:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
898
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he that trusts in God, hath him, and if he have him) what if he be stripped of all? he can make another world with a Word of his mouth.
he that trusts in God, hath him, and if he have him) what if he be stripped of all? he can make Another world with a Word of his Mouth.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
898
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Other things are but a beame to him: what need a man care for a beame that hath the Sunne?
Other things Are but a beam to him: what need a man care for a beam that hath the Sun?
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
898
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All the afflictions of this world are to draw or to drive us to God, whether we will or no.
All the afflictions of this world Are to draw or to drive us to God, whither we will or no.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
899
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4710
As the Messengers in the Gospel, to force the guests to the banquet with violence:
As the Messengers in the Gospel, to force the guests to the banquet with violence:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
899
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4711
so afflictions they are to force us to God, this blessed effect they have in all Gods Children.
so afflictions they Are to force us to God, this blessed Effect they have in all God's Children.
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899
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4712
But those that do not belong to God, what do they in the hour of death,
But those that do not belong to God, what do they in the hour of death,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
900
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4713
and in extremity? they are either blocks, as Nabal was, senslesse creatures; or raging, as Cain, Achitophel, and Judas, either sots or desperate in extremity.
and in extremity? they Are either blocks, as Nabal was, senseless creatures; or raging, as Cain, Ahithophel, and Judas, either sots or desperate in extremity.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
900
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4714
Saul in extremity goes to the Witch, to ill meanes: David in all extremity he goes to prayer, he goes to his rock and shield;Saul in extremity Goes to the Witch, to ill means: David in all extremity he Goes to prayer, he Goes to his rock and shield;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
900
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to God who was his all in all. He knew all this was done, to drive him to trust in God.
to God who was his all in all. He knew all this was done, to drive him to trust in God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
900
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4716
Why art thou disquieted, O my soule? why art thou vexed in me? trust in God;Why art thou disquieted, Oh my soul? why art thou vexed in me? trust in God;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
900
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4717
all this is to make thee trust in God, he checks, and chides his own soul.
all this is to make thee trust in God, he Checks, and chides his own soul.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
900
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4718
A Child of God doth check himselfe, when his base heart would have him sink and fall down,
A Child of God does check himself, when his base heart would have him sink and fallen down,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
900
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4719
and go to false means, then he raiseth himself up, trust in God, O my soule.
and go to false means, then he Raiseth himself up, trust in God, Oh my soul.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
900
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4720
But such as Saul, proud confident hypocrites, when all outward things are taken away, they go to the Witch, to the Devill, to one unlawfull meanes or other,
But such as Saul, proud confident Hypocrites, when all outward things Are taken away, they go to the Witch, to the devil, to one unlawful means or other,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
901
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and at the last to desperate conclusions, to the sword it self.
and At the last to desperate conclusions, to the sword it self.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
901
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4722
As we desire to have evidence of a good estate in grace, that we belong to God:
As we desire to have evidence of a good estate in grace, that we belong to God:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
902
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so let us desire God that we may find him drawing us so neare to him by all crosses whatsoever, that we may see in him a supply of whatsoever is taken from us.
so let us desire God that we may find him drawing us so near to him by all Crosses whatsoever, that we may see in him a supply of whatsoever is taken from us.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
902
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If we lose our friends, that we may trust God the more.
If we loose our Friends, that we may trust God the more.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
902
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As St. Paul speaks of the widow, 1 Tim. 5. when her Husband was alive, she trusted to him:
As Saint Paul speaks of the widow, 1 Tim. 5. when her Husband was alive, she trusted to him:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
902
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but now she wants her former help to goe to, she gives her self to prayer, she goes to God, she trusts in God.
but now she Wants her former help to go to, she gives her self to prayer, she Goes to God, she trusts in God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
902
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So it should be with all, when friends are taken away, we should go to God, he will supply that which is wanting.
So it should be with all, when Friends Are taken away, we should go to God, he will supply that which is wanting.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
902
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Those that are berest of any comfort, now they should go to God.
Those that Are bereft of any Comfort, now they should go to God.
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902
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What do we lose by that? we had the stream before, now we have the fountain, we shall have it in a more excellent manner in God then we had before.
What do we loose by that? we had the stream before, now we have the fountain, we shall have it in a more excellent manner in God then we had before.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
902
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And that makes a Christian at a point in this world, he is not much discouraged, whatsoever he lose,
And that makes a Christian At a point in this world, he is not much discouraged, whatsoever he loose,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
903
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but those that do not, they sink lower and lower, having nothing to uphold their souls:
but those that do not, they sink lower and lower, having nothing to uphold their Souls:
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950
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if he lose all to his life, he knowes he shall have a better supply from God then he can lose in the world:
if he loose all to his life, he knows he shall have a better supply from God then he can loose in the world:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
903
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therefore he is never much cast down, he knowes that all shall drive him nearer to God, to trust in God.
Therefore he is never much cast down, he knows that all shall drive him nearer to God, to trust in God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
903
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As St. Paul saith here, We received the sentence of Death, that we might not trust in our selves,
As Saint Paul Says Here, We received the sentence of Death, that we might not trust in our selves,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
903
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but in God that raiseth the dead. but in God that Raiseth the dead.
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903
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One meanes to settle our trust the better in God reconciled to us in the Covenant of grace through Christ, his beloved,
One means to settle our trust the better in God reconciled to us in the Covenant of grace through christ, his Beloved,
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904
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and our beloved, is the blessed Sacrament:
and our Beloved, is the blessed Sacrament:
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904
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and therefore come to it as to a seal sanctified by God for that very purpose, to strengthen our trust in God.
and Therefore come to it as to a seal sanctified by God for that very purpose, to strengthen our trust in God.
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904
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How many wayes doth God condescend to strengthen our trust? because it is such an honour to him:
How many ways does God condescend to strengthen our trust? Because it is such an honour to him:
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904
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for by trusting in him, we give him the honour of all his attributes, we make him a God, we set him in his throne, which we doe not when we trust not in him:
for by trusting in him, we give him the honour of all his attributes, we make him a God, we Set him in his throne, which we do not when we trust not in him:
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904
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how many waies doth he condescend to strengthen our trust?
how many ways does he condescend to strengthen our trust?
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904
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We have his promise, If we believe in him, we shall not perish, but have everlasting life. We have a seale of that promise, the Sacrament:
We have his promise, If we believe in him, we shall not perish, but have everlasting life. We have a seal of that promise, the Sacrament:
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905
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and is not a broad seale a great confirmation? If a man have a grant from the King;
and is not a broad seal a great confirmation? If a man have a grant from the King;
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905
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if he have his broad seal, it is a great confirmation: though the other were good, yet the seale is stronger.
if he have his broad seal, it is a great confirmation: though the other were good, yet the seal is Stronger.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
905
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So we have Gods promise, and in regard of our weakness, there is a seale added to it.
So we have God's promise, and in regard of our weakness, there is a seal added to it.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If that be not enough we have more, we have his oath;
If that be not enough we have more, we have his oath;
cs d vbb xx av-d pns12 vhb dc, pns12 vhb po31 n1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
906
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he hath pawned his life, As I live, saith the Lord, &c. he hath pawned his being,
he hath pawned his life, As I live, Says the Lord, etc. he hath pawned his being,
pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1, c-acp pns11 vvb, vvz dt n1, av pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
906
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as he is God, he will forgive us if we repent. We have his promise, seale, and oath;
as he is God, he will forgive us if we Repent. We have his promise, seal, and oath;
c-acp pns31 vbz np1, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 cs pns12 vvb. pns12 vhb po31 n1, n1, cc n1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
906
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whatsoever among men may strengthen trust, and faith;
whatsoever among men may strengthen trust, and faith;
r-crq p-acp n2 vmb vvi n1, cc n1;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
906
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God condescends unto, to strengthen our faith, because he would not have us perish in unbeliefe.
God condescends unto, to strengthen our faith, Because he would not have us perish in unbelief.
np1 vvz p-acp, pc-acp vvi po12 n1, c-acp pns31 vmd xx vhi pno12 vvi p-acp n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
906
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Besides that, he hath given us earnest: a mans trust is strengthened when he hath earnest.
Beside that, he hath given us earnest: a men trust is strengthened when he hath earnest.
p-acp d, pns31 vhz vvn pno12 j: dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn c-crq pns31 vhz n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
907
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Every true Christian hath a blessed earnest, that is, the Comforter; he hath the Spirit in him, the first fruits;
Every true Christian hath a blessed earnest, that is, the Comforter; he hath the Spirit in him, the First fruits;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
907
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where God gives and an earnest, he will make good the bargain at the last; where he gives the first fruits, he will add the harvest.
where God gives and an earnest, he will make good the bargain At the last; where he gives the First fruits, he will add the harvest.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
907
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God never repents of his earnest, where he hath begun a good work, he will finish it to the day of the Lord.
God never repents of his earnest, where he hath begun a good work, he will finish it to the day of the Lord.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
907
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An earnest is not taken away, but the rest is added. And the same Spirit that is an earnest, is also a pawn and pledge:
an earnest is not taken away, but the rest is added. And the same Spirit that is an earnest, is also a pawn and pledge:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
907
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we will trust any runnagate, if we have a pawn sufficient; now God hath given us this pawn of his Spirit.
we will trust any runagate, if we have a pawn sufficient; now God hath given us this pawn of his Spirit.
pns12 vmb vvi d n1, cs pns12 vhb dt n1 j; av np1 vhz vvn pno12 d n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
908
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Christ hath given us his Spirit, and hath taken our flesh to heaven; our flesh is there, and his Spirit is in our hearts;
christ hath given us his Spirit, and hath taken our Flesh to heaven; our Flesh is there, and his Spirit is in our hearts;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
908
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besides many evidences that we have in this life as pawns.
beside many evidences that we have in this life as pawns.
p-acp d n2 cst pns12 vhb p-acp d n1 c-acp n2.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
908
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4758
Indeed in extremity sometimes we must trust God without a pawne, upon his bare word, Though he kill me, yet will I trust in him, saith Job; but God ordinarily gives us many pawns of his love.
Indeed in extremity sometime we must trust God without a pawn, upon his bore word, Though he kill me, yet will I trust in him, Says Job; but God ordinarily gives us many pawns of his love.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
909
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The Sacrament is not onely a Seal of the promise, but likewise it hath another relation to strengthen our faith;
The Sacrament is not only a Seal of the promise, but likewise it hath Another Relation to strengthen our faith;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
910
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it is a seizon, as a piece of earth that is given to assure possession of the whole:
it is a seizon, as a piece of earth that is given to assure possession of the Whole:
pn31 vbz dt n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt j-jn:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
910
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as a man saith, Take, here is a piece of earth, here is my land: here are the keyes of my house:
as a man Says, Take, Here is a piece of earth, Here is my land: Here Are the keys of my house:
c-acp dt n1 vvz, vvb, av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av vbz po11 n1: av vbr dt n2 pp-f po11 n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
910
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so in the promises sealed by the Sacrament, here is life, here is favour, here is forgiveness of sins, here is life everlasting:
so in the promises sealed by the Sacrament, Here is life, Here is favour, Here is forgiveness of Sins, Here is life everlasting:
av p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, av vbz n1, av vbz n1, av vbz n1 pp-f n2, av vbz n1 j:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
910
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what can we have more to strengthen our faith? God hath condescended every way to strengthen us,
what can we have more to strengthen our faith? God hath condescended every Way to strengthen us,
r-crq vmb pns12 vhi av-dc pc-acp vvi po12 n1? np1 vhz vvd d n1 pc-acp vvi pno12,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
910
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if we will come in, and honour him so much as to trust him with our souls, and our salvation.
if we will come in, and honour him so much as to trust him with our Souls, and our salvation.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
910
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Therefor let us come to the Sacrament with undoubted confidence, God will keep his credit, he will not deceive his credit, he will never forsake those that trust in him, Psal. 9. But to answer an Objection.
Therefore let us come to the Sacrament with undoubted confidence, God will keep his credit, he will not deceive his credit, he will never forsake those that trust in him, Psalm 9. But to answer an Objection.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
910
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Oh! all these are confirmations indeed, if I did believe and trust in God, but my heart is full of unbelief:
Oh! all these Are confirmations indeed, if I did believe and trust in God, but my heart is full of unbelief:
uh d d vbr n2 av, cs pns11 vdd vvi cc vvi p-acp np1, p-acp po11 n1 vbz j pp-f n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
911
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Indeed all these are made to some that believe already in some measure, they have this seale,
Indeed all these Are made to Some that believe already in Some measure, they have this seal,
av d d vbr vvn p-acp d cst vvb av p-acp d n1, pns32 vhb d n1,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
911
Image 5
4768
and oath, and earnest, and pawnes, and first fruits, and all, if they believe, but I cannot bring my heart to trust in God. What hinders thee?
and oath, and earnest, and pawns, and First fruits, and all, if they believe, but I cannot bring my heart to trust in God. What hinders thee?
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
911
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I am a wretched creature, a sinfull creature.
I am a wretched creature, a sinful creature.
pns11 vbm dt j n1, dt j n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
913
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Doest thou mean to be so still? It is no matter what thou hast been, but what thou wilt be. Dost thou mean to be so still? It is no matter what thou hast been, but what thou wilt be.
vd2 pns21 vvi pc-acp vbi av av? pn31 vbz dx n1 q-crq pns21 vh2 vbn, cc-acp r-crq pns21 vm2 vbi.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
914
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The greater the sickness, the more is the honour of the Physitian in curing it: the greater thy sins, the more honour to God in forgiving such sins.
The greater the sickness, the more is the honour of the physician in curing it: the greater thy Sins, the more honour to God in forgiving such Sins.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
914
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Retort the temptation thus upon Satan:
Retort the temptation thus upon Satan:
n1 dt n1 av p-acp np1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
914
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4773
God works by contraries, and whom he will make righteous, he will make them to see their sins;
God works by contraries, and whom he will make righteous, he will make them to see their Sins;
np1 vvz p-acp n2-jn, cc r-crq pns31 vmb vvi j, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 n2;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
914
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4774
and before he will raise us up, he will make us rotten in our graves; before he will make us glorious, he will make us miserable.
and before he will raise us up, he will make us rotten in our graves; before he will make us glorious, he will make us miserable.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
914
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4775
I know that God by this intends that I should despaire in my self:
I know that God by this intends that I should despair in my self:
pns11 vvb cst np1 p-acp d vvz cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp po11 n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
914
Image 5
4776
God intends that I should despaire indeed, but it is that I should despair in my self,
God intends that I should despair indeed, but it is that I should despair in my self,
np1 vvz cst pns11 vmd vvi av, cc-acp pn31 vbz cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp po11 n1,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
914
Image 5
4777
as the text saith here, that we should not trust in our selves, when we have a sight of the vilenesse of our sins:
as the text Says Here, that we should not trust in our selves, when we have a sighed of the vileness of our Sins:
c-acp dt n1 vvz av, cst pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp po12 n2, c-crq pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
914
Image 5
4778
but in God that raiseth the dead, that raiseth the dead soul, the despairing soul, that it should trust in him.but in God that Raiseth the dead, that Raiseth the dead soul, the despairing soul, that it should trust in him.
cc-acp p-acp np1 cst vvz dt j, cst vvz dt j n1, dt j-vvg n1, cst pn31 vmd vvi p-acp pno31.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
914
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4779
Therefore retort the temptation upon Satan, because I see my sins, and despaire in my self, therefore I trust in God.
Therefore retort the temptation upon Satan, Because I see my Sins, and despair in my self, Therefore I trust in God.
av vvb dt n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns11 vvb po11 n2, cc vvi p-acp po11 n1, av pns11 vvb p-acp np1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
914
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4780
He that is in darknesse and sees no light, let him trust in the Lord his God. He that is in darkness and sees no Light, let him trust in the Lord his God.
pns31 cst vbz p-acp n1 cc vvz dx n1, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp dt n1 po31 n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
914
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4781
Mark for thy comfort, the Gospel calls men who in their own sense, and feeling think themselves furthest off:
Mark for thy Comfort, the Gospel calls men who in their own sense, and feeling think themselves furthest off:
n1 p-acp po21 n1, dt n1 vvz n2 r-crq p-acp po32 d n1, cc vvg vvb px32 js p-acp:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
915
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4782
he that is poore, and sees his want, Blessed are the poore in Spirit.
he that is poor, and sees his want, Blessed Are the poor in Spirit.
pns31 cst vbz j, cc vvz po31 n1, vvn vbr dt j p-acp n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
915
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4783
But I have no Grace, Oh that I had grace Blessed are they that hunger and thirst.
But I have no Grace, O that I had grace Blessed Are they that hunger and thirst.
cc-acp pns11 vhb dx n1, uh cst pns11 vhd n1 vvn vbr pns32 cst n1 cc n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
915
Image 5
4784
If thou mourn for thy sins, Blessed are they that mourn.
If thou mourn for thy Sins, Blessed Are they that mourn.
cs pns21 vvb p-acp po21 n2, vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
915
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4785
Thou findest a heavy load of thy sins, Come unto me all ye that are weary,
Thou Findest a heavy load of thy Sins, Come unto me all you that Are weary,
pns21 vv2 dt j n1 pp-f po21 n2, vvb p-acp pno11 d pn22 cst vbr j,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
916
Image 5
4786
and heavy laden, and I will ease you. and heavy laden, and I will ease you.
cc j vvn, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
916
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4787
The Gospel takes away all the objections and misdoubtings of the unbelieving heart, God is so willing to come to him.
The Gospel Takes away all the objections and misdoubtings of the unbelieving heart, God is so willing to come to him.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
916
Image 5
4788
Therefore stand not cavilling, interpret all to the best. God will have us to despair in our selves, that we may trust in him;
Therefore stand not caviling, interpret all to the best. God will have us to despair in our selves, that we may trust in him;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
916
Image 5
4789
and then we are fittest to trust in God, when we despaire in our selves, then we make God all in all;
and then we Are Fittest to trust in God, when we despair in our selves, then we make God all in all;
cc cs pns12 vbr js pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, cs pns12 vvb np1 av-d p-acp d;
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
916
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4790
he hath righteousnesse enough, holinesse enough, satisfaction enough, he hath all enough for thee.
he hath righteousness enough, holiness enough, satisfaction enough, he hath all enough for thee.
pns31 vhz n1 av-d, n1 av-d, n1 av-d, pns31 vhz d d p-acp pno21.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
916
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4791
And for men that are not yet believers, how wondrously doth God labour to bring such men to a good hope? If they yield themselves and come in, there is an offer to every one that will come in and take the water of life. There is a command:
And for men that Are not yet believers, how wondrously does God labour to bring such men to a good hope? If they yield themselves and come in, there is an offer to every one that will come in and take the water of life. There is a command:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
917
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he that hath commanded, Thou shalt not murder, Thou shalt not steal:
he that hath commanded, Thou shalt not murder, Thou shalt not steal:
pns31 cst vhz vvn, pns21 vm2 xx vvi, pns21 vm2 xx vvi:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
918
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he layes a charge on thee that thou believe, 1 John 3. This is his c• … mmand, that we believe in the Son of God.
he lays a charge on thee that thou believe, 1 John 3. This is his c• … mmand, that we believe in the Son of God.
pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno21 cst pns21 vvb, crd np1 crd d vbz po31 n1 … vvi, cst pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
918
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4794
And think with thy self, thou committest a sin against the Gospel, which is worse then a sin against the law:
And think with thy self, thou Committest a since against the Gospel, which is Worse then a since against the law:
cc vvb p-acp po21 n1, pns21 vv2 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz jc cs dt n1 p-acp dt n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
918
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4795
for if a man sin against the law, he may have help in the Gospel: but if he sin against the Gospel, there is not another Gospel to help him.
for if a man since against the law, he may have help in the Gospel: but if he sin against the Gospel, there is not Another Gospel to help him.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
918
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4796
God offers thee comfor, the commands thee to trust in him, and thou rebellest, thou offendest him, if thou do not believe.
God offers thee Comfort, the commands thee to trust in him, and thou rebellest, thou offendest him, if thou do not believe.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
918
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4797
Is not here incouragement, if thou be not more wedded to thy sinfull course, then to the good of thy soule? If thou wilt still live in thy sins,
Is not Here encouragement, if thou be not more wedded to thy sinful course, then to the good of thy soul? If thou wilt still live in thy Sins,
vbz xx av n1, cs pns21 vbb xx av-dc vvn p-acp po21 j n1, av p-acp dt j pp-f po21 n1? cs pns21 vm2 av vvi p-acp po21 n2,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
919
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and wilt not trust in God, then thou shalt be damned, there is no help for thee if thou believe not, the wrath of God hangs over thy head.
and wilt not trust in God, then thou shalt be damned, there is no help for thee if thou believe not, the wrath of God hangs over thy head.
cc vm2 xx vvi p-acp np1, cs pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno21 cs pns21 vvb xx, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp po21 n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
919
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Thou art condemned already by nature:Thou art condemned already by nature:
pns21 vb2r vvn av p-acp n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
919
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if thou believe not, thou needest no further condemnation, but only the execution of Gods justice.
if thou believe not, thou Needest no further condemnation, but only the execution of God's Justice.
cs pns21 vvb xx, pns21 vv2 dx av-jc n1, cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
919
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Naturally thou art born the Child of wrath, and God threateneth thee to stir thee up,
Naturally thou art born the Child of wrath, and God threateneth thee to stir thee up,
np1 pns21 vb2r vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc np1 vvz pno21 pc-acp vvi pno21 a-acp,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
920
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and to make thee come in:
and to make thee come in:
cc pc-acp vvi pno21 vvi p-acp:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
920
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4803
he useth sweet allurements, (besides the commands and threatnings) Come unto me all ye that are weary and heavy laden, and I will ease you.
he uses sweet allurements, (beside the commands and threatenings) Come unto me all you that Are weary and heavy laden, and I will ease you.
pns31 vvz j n2, (p-acp dt n2 cc n2-vvg) vvb p-acp pno11 d pn22 cst vbr j cc j vvn, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22.
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
920
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4804
And, Why will ye perish, O house of Israel? And, O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, how oft,
And, Why will you perish, Oh house of Israel? And, Oh Jerusalem, Jerusalem, how oft,
cc, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi, uh n1 pp-f np1? cc, uh np1, np1, c-crq av,
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
920
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4805
& c? God complaines of thee, he allures thee, he sends his Embassadours. We are Ministers in Christs Name to beseech you to be reconciled: & c? God complains of thee, he allures thee, he sends his ambassadors. We Are Ministers in Christ Name to beseech you to be reconciled:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
920
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4806
to come in to cast down your weapons, your sins, to believe in God, and trust in his mercy,
to come in to cast down your weapons, your Sins, to believe in God, and trust in his mercy,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
920
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and to hope for all good from him.
and to hope for all good from him.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
920
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What should keep thee off, he is willing to have thee believe? Oh, if I were elected, &c.
What should keep thee off, he is willing to have thee believe? O, if I were elected, etc.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
920
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Trouble not thy self with dark scruples of his eternall decree, obey the command, obey the threaning,
Trouble not thy self with dark scruples of his Eternal Decree, obey the command, obey the threaning,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
921
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and put that out of doubt:
and put that out of doubt:
cc vvd cst av pp-f n1:
(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
921
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if thou yield to the command, if thou obey the threatning, if thou be drawn by that, undoubtedly thou art the child of God.
if thou yield to the command, if thou obey the threatening, if thou be drawn by that, undoubtedly thou art the child of God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
921
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Put not in these doubts and janglings, things that are too high for thee till thou believe.
Put not in these doubts and janglings, things that Are too high for thee till thou believe.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
921
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Indeed when thou believest, then thou mayst comfort thy self, I believe, therefore I know I shall be saved:
Indeed when thou Believest, then thou Mayest Comfort thy self, I believe, Therefore I know I shall be saved:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
921
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Whom he hath chosen, them he calls, and whom he calls, hè justifies. Whom he hath chosen, them he calls, and whom he calls, he Justifies.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
921
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God doth so deliver his, that he doth not suffer them to perish in the danger.
God does so deliver his, that he does not suffer them to perish in the danger.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
972
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I find my self freed from the sentence of condemnation in my heart, therefore I know I am called, I know I am elected:
I find my self freed from the sentence of condemnation in my heart, Therefore I know I am called, I know I am elected:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
921
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then with comfort thou mayest go to those disputes. But not before a man obeys:
then with Comfort thou Mayest go to those disputes. But not before a man obeys:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
921
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put those cavils out, and obey the Gospel, (when salvation is offered, when Satan puts these things to thee) when thou art threatned, and commanded.
put those cavils out, and obey the Gospel, (when salvation is offered, when Satan puts these things to thee) when thou art threatened, and commanded.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
921
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How shall this justifie God at the day of judgment against damned wretches, that have lived in the bosom of the Church,
How shall this justify God At the day of judgement against damned wretches, that have lived in the bosom of the Church,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
922
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and yet would not believe? They will believe after their own fashion, if God will save them,
and yet would not believe? They will believe After their own fashion, if God will save them,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
922
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and let them live in their sinful courses: but they will rather be damned then they will part with them.
and let them live in their sinful courses: but they will rather be damned then they will part with them.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
922
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Are they not worthy to be damned? (judge thy self) that rather then they will alter their course,
are they not worthy to be damned? (judge thy self) that rather then they will altar their course,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
922
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and receive mercy with it, rather then they will receive Christ, whole Christ, as a King and a Priest, to rule them as well as to satisfie for them:
and receive mercy with it, rather then they will receive christ, Whole christ, as a King and a Priest, to Rule them as well as to satisfy for them:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
922
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they will gild over their wicked courses and will have none of him at all: they will rather be damned then take another course, their damnation is just.
they will gild over their wicked courses and will have none of him At all: they will rather be damned then take Another course, their damnation is just.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
922
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If thou take whole Christ, and yield to his government, he useth all meanes to strengthen thy faith after thou believest,
If thou take Whole christ, and yield to his government, he uses all means to strengthen thy faith After thou Believest,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
923
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and he useth all means to allure thee to believe.
and he uses all means to allure thee to believe.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
923
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It is a point of much consequence, and all depends upon it, it is the summe of the Gospel, to trust in God, in Christ (therefore I have been a little the longer in it,) till we can bring our hearts to this we have nothing.
It is a point of much consequence, and all depends upon it, it is the sum of the Gospel, to trust in God, in christ (Therefore I have been a little the longer in it,) till we can bring our hearts to this we have nothing.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
923
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When we have this, then when all shall be taken from us, as it will ere long, all the friends we have, and all our comforts:
When we have this, then when all shall be taken from us, as it will ere long, all the Friends we have, and all our comforts:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
924
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yet our trust shall not be taken from us, nor our God in whom we trust shall be taken from us:
yet our trust shall not be taken from us, nor our God in whom we trust shall be taken from us:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
924
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we shall have God left, and a heart to trust in God that will stand us in stead when all other things shall fail.
we shall have God left, and a heart to trust in God that will stand us in stead when all other things shall fail.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
924
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That we might not trust in our selves, but in God Which raiseth the dead. These words have a double force in this place.That we might not trust in our selves, but in God Which Raiseth the dead. These words have a double force in this place.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
924
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First, St. Paul might reason thus, I am brought to death, as low as I can be,
First, Saint Paul might reason thus, I am brought to death, as low as I can be,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
926
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even to receive the sentence of death, but I trust in God who will raise me when I am dead:
even to receive the sentence of death, but I trust in God who will raise me when I am dead:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
926
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therefote he can raise me out of sicknesse, though there be no means, no physick, he can do it himself.
therefote he can raise me out of sickness, though there be no means, no physic, he can do it himself.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
926
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Or if it were persecution, he might reason, I am now persecuted: but God will raise me out of the grave:
Or if it were persecution, he might reason, I am now persecuted: but God will raise me out of the grave:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
926
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therefore he can raise me out of this trouble if it be for my good: It hath the force of a strong argument that way.
Therefore he can raise me out of this trouble if it be for my good: It hath the force of a strong argument that Way.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
926
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And it hath another force, that is, put case the worst, I received the sentence of death, that is,
And it hath Another force, that is, put case the worst, I received the sentence of death, that is,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
927
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if I die, as I look for no other, yet I trust that God that raiseth the dead, he will raise me:
if I die, as I look for no other, yet I trust that God that Raiseth the dead, he will raise me:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
927
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the confidence of the resurrection makes me die comfortably.
the confidence of the resurrection makes me die comfortably.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
927
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As we sleep quietly, because we hope to rise again, and we put our seed into the ground, with comfort,
As we sleep quietly, Because we hope to rise again, and we put our seed into the ground, with Comfort,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
927
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why? we hope to receive it in a more glorious manner in the harvest: so though my body be sowen in the earth, it shall rise a glorious body;
why? we hope to receive it in a more glorious manner in the harvest: so though my body be sown in the earth, it shall rise a glorious body;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
927
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4841
I trust in God, though I receive the sentence of death, yet I shall sleep in the Lord,
I trust in God, though I receive the sentence of death, yet I shall sleep in the Lord,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
927
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as when I goe to sleep, I hope to rise again: so I trust when the resurrection shall come, that my body shall waken, and arise.
as when I go to sleep, I hope to rise again: so I trust when the resurrection shall come, that my body shall waken, and arise.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
927
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I trust in God that raiseth the dead; because he raiseth the dead, he can recover me if he will:I trust in God that Raiseth the dead; Because he Raiseth the dead, he can recover me if he will:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
927
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if not, he will make this body, a glorious body afterward:
if not, he will make this body, a glorious body afterwards:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
927
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so every way it was a strong argument with Saint Paul, I trust in God that raiseth the dead.
so every Way it was a strong argument with Saint Paul, I trust in God that Raiseth the dead.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
927
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The Apostle draws an argument of comfort from Gods power in raising the dead. And it is a true reason, a good argument:
The Apostle draws an argument of Comfort from God's power in raising the dead. And it is a true reason, a good argument:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
928
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he that will raise the dead body out of the grave, he can raise out of miserie, out of captivity: the argument is strong.
he that will raise the dead body out of the grave, he can raise out of misery, out of captivity: the argument is strong.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
928
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Thus God comforts his people in Ezek. 37. in that parable of the drie bones, that he put life in.
Thus God comforts his people in Ezekiel 37. in that parable of the dry bones, that he put life in.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
928
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So the blessed Apostle St. Paul, he speaks of Abraham, Rom. 4. 17. He looked to God who quickneth the dead, who calleth things that are not, as though they were.
So the blessed Apostle Saint Paul, he speaks of Abraham, Rom. 4. 17. He looked to God who Quickeneth the dead, who calls things that Are not, as though they were.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
928
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What made Abraham to trust in God, that he would give him Isaac again? he considered if God can raise Isaac from the dead,
What made Abraham to trust in God, that he would give him Isaac again? he considered if God can raise Isaac from the dead,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
928
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if he please he can give me Isaac back again:
if he please he can give me Isaac back again:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
928
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and though Isaac were the sonne of promise, yet he trusted Gods Word, more then Isaac the sonne of his love.
and though Isaac were the son of promise, yet he trusted God's Word, more then Isaac the son of his love.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
928
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Why? he knew that God could raise him from the dead, though he had sacrificed him:
Why? he knew that God could raise him from the dead, though he had sacrificed him:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
928
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Therefore let us stay his time, and waite, it may be it is not Gods time yet.
Therefore let us stay his time, and wait, it may be it is not God's time yet.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
973
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he trusted in God, who quickneth the dead. The resurrection (then) is an argument to stengthen our faith in all miseries whatsoever.
he trusted in God, who Quickeneth the dead. The resurrection (then) is an argument to Strengthen our faith in all misery's whatsoever.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
928
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It strengthens our faith before death, and in death.
It strengthens our faith before death, and in death.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
929
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I will not enter into the common place of that point concerning the resurrection, it would be tedious and unjust,
I will not enter into the Common place of that point Concerning the resurrection, it would be tedious and unjust,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
929
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beause it is not intended here, but onely it is used as a special argument. Therefore I will but touch that point.
Because it is not intended Here, but only it is used as a special argument. Therefore I will but touch that point.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
929
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God will raise us from the dead. Nature is more offended at this, then any other thing: God will raise us from the dead. Nature is more offended At this, then any other thing:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
929
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But St. Paul makes it cleare, that it is not against nature, that God should raise the dead, 1 Cor. 15. To speake a little of it,
But Saint Paul makes it clear, that it is not against nature, that God should raise the dead, 1 Cor. 15. To speak a little of it,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
930
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and then to speake of the use the Apostle made of it, and of the use that we may make of it.
and then to speak of the use the Apostle made of it, and of the use that we may make of it.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
930
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Saith the Apostle in that place, speaking to witty Atheists that thought to have cavilled out the resurrection from the dead:
Says the Apostle in that place, speaking to witty Atheists that Thought to have caviled out the resurrection from the dead:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
930
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Thou fool, thou speakest against nature, if thou think it altogether impossible.Thou fool, thou Speakest against nature, if thou think it altogether impossible.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
930
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Look to the seed, do we not see that God every spring raiseth things that were dead? We see in the silk-worm, what an alteration there is from a flie to a worm,
Look to the seed, do we not see that God every spring Raiseth things that were dead? We see in the silkworm, what an alteration there is from a fly to a worm,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
931
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& c? We see what men can doe by Art, they make glasses, of what? of Ashes.
& c? We see what men can do by Art, they make glasses, of what? of Ashes.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
931
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We see what nature can doe, which is the ordinary providence of God, we see what it can do in the bowels of the earth:
We see what nature can do, which is the ordinary providence of God, we see what it can do in the bowels of the earth:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
931
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What is gold, and silver, and pearle? is it not water and earth, excellently digested, exquisitely concocted and digested? That there should be such excellent things of so base a creature.
What is gold, and silver, and pearl? is it not water and earth, excellently digested, exquisitely concocted and digested? That there should be such excellent things of so base a creature.
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We see what Art and nature can do.
We see what Art and nature can do.
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If Art, and nature can do so great things, why do we call in question the power of God? if God have revealed his Will to do so,
If Art, and nature can do so great things, why do we call in question the power of God? if God have revealed his Will to do so,
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why do we doubt of this great point of Gods raising the dead? The Ancients had much adoe with the Pagans about this point, they handled it excellently,
why do we doubt of this great point of God's raising the dead? The Ancients had much ado with the Pagans about this point, they handled it excellently,
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as they were excellent in those points which they were forced to by the adversaries, and indeed they were especially sound in those points.
as they were excellent in those points which they were forced to by the Adversaries, and indeed they were especially found in those points.
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I say they were excellent and large in the handling of this: but I will not stand upon that;
I say they were excellent and large in the handling of this: but I will not stand upon that;
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it is an Article of our Creed, I believe the resurrection of the body:
it is an Article of our Creed, I believe the resurrection of the body:
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Indeed, he that believeth the first Article of the Creed, he will easily believe the last:
Indeed, he that Believeth the First Article of the Creed, he will Easily believe the last:
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he that believes in God the Father Almighty maker of heaven and earth, he will easily believe the resurrection of the body.
he that believes in God the Father Almighty maker of heaven and earth, he will Easily believe the resurrection of the body.
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But, I will rather come to shew the Use of it. God will raise the dead;
But, I will rather come to show the Use of it. God will raise the dead;
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Therefore Gods manner of working is, when there is no hope, in extremity, (as I touched before;) he raiseth us,
Therefore God's manner of working is, when there is no hope, in extremity, (as I touched before;) he Raiseth us,
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but it is when we are dead: he doth his greatest works when there is least hope.
but it is when we Are dead: he does his greatest works when there is least hope.
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So it is in the resurrection out of troubles, as in the resurrection of the body,
So it is in the resurrection out of Troubles, as in the resurrection of the body,
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when there is no hope at all, no ground in nature, but it must be his power altogether that must do it,
when there is no hope At all, no ground in nature, but it must be his power altogether that must do it,
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then he falls to work to raise the dead. Therefore our faith must follow his working, he raiseth the dead; he justifies a sinner:
then he falls to work to raise the dead. Therefore our faith must follow his working, he Raiseth the dead; he Justifies a sinner:
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but it is when he is furthest from grace, a sinner despairing of all mercie: then he hath the most need of justification.
but it is when he is furthest from grace, a sinner despairing of all mercy: then he hath the most need of justification.
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He raiseth the dead, but it is then when they are nothing but dust, then it is time for him to work to raise the dead.
He Raiseth the dead, but it is then when they Are nothing but dust, then it is time for him to work to raise the dead.
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He restores, but it is that which is lost.
He restores, but it is that which is lost.
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God never forgets his old work, this was his old manner of working at the first, (& still every day he useth it) he made all of nothing, order out of confusion, light out of darkness:
God never forgets his old work, this was his old manner of working At the First, (& still every day he uses it) he made all of nothing, order out of confusion, Light out of darkness:
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This was in the creation, and the like he doth still, he never forgets his old work.
This was in the creation, and the like he does still, he never forgets his old work.
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This St. Paul being acquainted with he fastneth his hope, and trust upon such a God as will raise the dead.
This Saint Paul being acquainted with he fasteneth his hope, and trust upon such a God as will raise the dead.
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Therefore make that use of it that the Apostle doth, when the Church is in any calamity, which is as it were a death,
Therefore make that use of it that the Apostle does, when the Church is in any calamity, which is as it were a death,
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when it is as in that 37. of Ezekiel, drie bones, Comfort your selves:
when it is as in that 37. of Ezekielem, dry bones, Comfort your selves:
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God comforted the Church there, that he would raise the Church out of Babylon, as he raised those dead bones, the one is as easie as the other.
God comforted the Church there, that he would raise the Church out of Babylon, as he raised those dead bones, the one is as easy as the other.
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So in the government of the Church continually he brings order out of confusion, light out of darkness,
So in the government of the Church continually he brings order out of confusion, Light out of darkness,
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and life out of death, that is, out of extream troubles, when men think themselves dead,
and life out of death, that is, out of extreme Troubles, when men think themselves dead,
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when they think the Church dead, past all hope, then he will quicken, and raise it:
when they think the Church dead, passed all hope, then he will quicken, and raise it:
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so that he will never forget this course, till he have raised our dead bodies, and then he will finish that manner of dispensation.
so that he will never forget this course, till he have raised our dead bodies, and then he will finish that manner of Dispensation.
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This is Gods manner of working.
This is God's manner of working.
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We must answer it with our faith, that is, in the greatest dejection that can be, to trust in God that raiseth the dead:
We must answer it with our faith, that is, in the greatest dejection that can be, to trust in God that Raiseth the dead:
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Faith if it be true, it will answer the ground of it;
Faith if it be true, it will answer the ground of it;
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but when it is carried to God, it is carried to him that raiseth the dead:
but when it is carried to God, it is carried to him that Raiseth the dead:
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therefore though it be desperate every way, yet notwithstanding I hope above hope, I hope in him whose course is to raise the dead;
Therefore though it be desperate every Way, yet notwithstanding I hope above hope, I hope in him whose course is to raise the dead;
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who at the last will raise the dead, and still delights in a proportion to raise men from death, out of all troubles and miseries.
who At the last will raise the dead, and still delights in a proportion to raise men from death, out of all Troubles and misery's.
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Well, this God doth, and therefore carrie it along in all miseries whatsoever, in soul, in body,
Well, this God does, and Therefore carry it along in all misery's whatsoever, in soul, in body,
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or estate, or in the Church, &c. God raiseth from the dead, therefore we must feel our selves dead before we can be raised by his grace.
or estate, or in the Church, etc. God Raiseth from the dead, Therefore we must feel our selves dead before we can be raised by his grace.
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What is the reason that a Papist cannot be a good Christian? he opposeth his own conversion;
What is the reason that a Papist cannot be a good Christian? he Opposeth his own conversion;
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what is conversion? It is the first resurrection, the resurrection of the soul: but that which is raised must be dead first:
what is conversion? It is the First resurrection, the resurrection of the soul: but that which is raised must be dead First:
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they account not themselves dead, and therefore oppose this resurrection.
they account not themselves dead, and Therefore oppose this resurrection.
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And so when we are dead in grace, or comfort, let us trust in God that raiseth the dead;
And so when we Are dead in grace, or Comfort, let us trust in God that Raiseth the dead;
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And so for outward condition in this life, and the estate of the Church. The conversion of the Jewes, which seems a thing so strange:
And so for outward condition in this life, and the estate of the Church. The conversion of the Jews, which seems a thing so strange:
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when a man thinks how they are dispersed, and thinks of their poverty and disgrace, he thinks, Is this a likely matter? Remember what God hath said, he will raise the dead.
when a man thinks how they Are dispersed, and thinks of their poverty and disgrace, he thinks, Is this a likely matter? remember what God hath said, he will raise the dead.
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And because this is a work that seems as hard as the raysing of the dead,
And Because this is a work that seems as hard as the raising of the dead,
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therefore their calling and conversion is called a kind of resurrection, Rom. 11. Let us hope for that:
Therefore their calling and conversion is called a kind of resurrection, Rom. 11. Let us hope for that:
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He that raiseth the body, will raise that people, (as despicable as they are,) to be a glorious people, and Church.
He that Raiseth the body, will raise that people, (as despicable as they Are,) to be a glorious people, and Church.
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And so for the confusion of the man of sin, The revelation of the Gospel,
And so for the confusion of the man of since, The Revelation of the Gospel,
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when it came out of the grave of darknesse, out of the Egyptian darknesse of Popery, was it not a raising of the dead?
when it Come out of the grave of darkness, out of the Egyptian darkness of Popery, was it not a raising of the dead?
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When Luther arose for the defence of the truth, a man might have said to him, What? doest thou set thy self against the whole World? go to thy cloyster and say, Lord, have mercy upon us.
When Luther arose for the defence of the truth, a man might have said to him, What? dost thou Set thy self against the Whole World? go to thy cloister and say, Lord, have mercy upon us.
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It is the Art of faith to draw contrary arguments to Satan, and those that belong to God do so in all temptations:
It is the Art of faith to draw contrary Arguments to Satan, and those that belong to God do so in all temptations:
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Doest thou hope to reform the World against all the World? Alas, he trusted in God that raiseth the dead, that raiseth men to conversion when he pleaseth,
Dost thou hope to reform the World against all the World? Alas, he trusted in God that Raiseth the dead, that Raiseth men to conversion when he Pleases,
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and that raiseth the Church when he pleaseth, even from death.
and that Raiseth the Church when he Pleases, even from death.
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He raised the Church out of Babylon, And he will raise the Jewes that now are in a dead state:
He raised the Church out of Babylon, And he will raise the Jews that now Are in a dead state:
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why should we doubt of these things, when we believe, or professe to believe the main, the resurrection from the dead?
why should we doubt of these things, when we believe, or profess to believe the main, the resurrection from the dead?
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And every day in the Church, God is raising the dead spiritually: the dead hear the voyce of Christ every day, when the Ministery is in power,
And every day in the Church, God is raising the dead spiritually: the dead hear the voice of christ every day, when the Ministry is in power,
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when there is a blessing upon it, conveying it to the heart, then he is raising the dead.
when there is a blessing upon it, conveying it to the heart, then he is raising the dead.
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So, Wisdom is justified of her children;
So, Wisdom is justified of her children;
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the Gospel is justified to be a powerful doctrine, having the Spirit of God clothing it, to raise people from the dead, those that are dead in sin.
the Gospel is justified to be a powerful Doctrine, having the Spirit of God clothing it, to raise people from the dead, those that Are dead in since.
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There are none that ever are spiritually raised, but those that see themselves dead.
There Are none that ever Are spiritually raised, but those that see themselves dead.
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And that is the reason why we are to abhor Popery, because it teacheth us that we are not dead in our selves,
And that is the reason why we Are to abhor Popery, Because it Teaches us that we Are not dead in our selves,
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and then there can be no resurrection to grace; for the resurrection is of the dead:
and then there can be no resurrection to grace; for the resurrection is of the dead:
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the more we see a contrarietie in Nature to Grace, the more fit objects we are for the divine power of God to raise, He raiseth the dead.
the more we see a contrariety in Nature to Grace, the more fit objects we Are for the divine power of God to raise, He Raiseth the dead.
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Thus we see how to go along with this, in all troubles, God will raise the dead,
Thus we see how to go along with this, in all Troubles, God will raise the dead,
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therefore he will bring me out of this trouble, if he see it good: Therefore in extremity, let us thus reason with our selves:
Therefore he will bring me out of this trouble, if he see it good: Therefore in extremity, let us thus reason with our selves:
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Now I know not which way to turn me; there is but a step between me and death:
Now I know not which Way to turn me; there is but a step between me and death:
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if God have any purpose to use my service furthet, he that raiseth the dead, will raise me from the grave, to him belong the issues of death, Psal. 67. he can give an evasion and escape if he will:
if God have any purpose to use my service furthet, he that Raiseth the dead, will raise me from the grave, to him belong the issues of death, Psalm 67. he can give an evasion and escape if he will:
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if not if he will not deliver me, then I die in this faith that he will raise me from the dead.
if not if he will not deliver me, then I die in this faith that he will raise me from the dead.
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This is that that upholds a Christian in extremity: This made the Martyrs so confident: this made those three young men so resolute that were cast into the fiery Furnace:
This is that that upholds a Christian in extremity: This made the Martyrs so confident: this made those three young men so resolute that were cast into the fiery Furnace:
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what was their comfort? Surely this, God can deliver us if he will (say they) he is able to deliver us now:
what was their Comfort? Surely this, God can deliver us if he will (say they) he is able to deliver us now:
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There is no outward thing can change him, for then that were God, and not he;
There is no outward thing can change him, for then that were God, and not he;
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but if he will not do this for us, he will raise our bodies, if he will not deliver them here, there will be a final deliverance at the resurrection.
but if he will not do this for us, he will raise our bodies, if he will not deliver them Here, there will be a final deliverance At the resurrection.
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So in Heb. 11. those blessed men, they hoped for a better resurrection, and this made them confident.
So in Hebrew 11. those blessed men, they hoped for a better resurrection, and this made them confident.
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This makes us confident to stand out against all the threatnings and all the crosses of the world, that we may hold our peace with God notwithstanding all the inticements,
This makes us confident to stand out against all the threatenings and all the Crosses of the world, that we may hold our peace with God notwithstanding all the enticements,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and allurements to the contrary, because we trust in God that raiseth the dead. Again, let us learn to extract contrary principles to Satan, out of Gods proceedings.
and allurements to the contrary, Because we trust in God that Raiseth the dead. Again, let us Learn to extract contrary principles to Satan, out of God's proceedings.
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What doth he reason, when we are dead, either in sin, or in misery? What hast thou to do with God? God hath forsaken thee:
What does he reason, when we Are dead, either in since, or in misery? What hast thou to do with God? God hath forsaken thee:
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No, saith faith, God is a God raising the dead;
No, Says faith, God is a God raising the dead;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the more dead I am in the eye of the world, and in my own sense, the nearer I am to Gods help.
the more dead I am in the eye of the world, and in my own sense, the nearer I am to God's help.
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I am a despairing sinner, a great sinner:
I am a despairing sinner, a great sinner:
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but the more God will magnifie his merey, that where sin hath abounded, grace may abound much more.
but the more God will magnify his Mercy, that where since hath abounded, grace may abound much more.
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Retort home the argument, draw contrary principles to him, this is a divine Art which faith hath.
Retort home the argument, draw contrary principles to him, this is a divine Art which faith hath.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Oh, but then you may presume, and do what you list.
O, but then you may presume, and do what you list.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Not so, (retort the argument again upon him) if I do so, God will bring me to death, he will bring me to despair;
Not so, (retort the argument again upon him) if I do so, God will bring me to death, he will bring me to despair;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and who is it that delights to have that course taken with him, to be brought so low? So every way we may retort temptations from this dealing of God.
and who is it that delights to have that course taken with him, to be brought so low? So every Way we may retort temptations from this dealing of God.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If I be carelesse, he will bring me as low as hell, I shall have little joy to try conclusions with him.
If I be careless, he will bring me as low as hell, I shall have little joy to try conclusions with him.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And if thou be low, despair not, thou art the fitter object, God raiseth the dead,
And if thou be low, despair not, thou art the fitter Object, God Raiseth the dead,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore I will not add to my sins legal, I will not add this Evangelical sin, this destroying sin of despair, and unbelief;
Therefore I will not add to my Sins Legal, I will not add this Evangelical since, this destroying since of despair, and unbelief;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but I will cast my self upon the mercy of God, and believe in him that raiseth the dead;
but I will cast my self upon the mercy of God, and believe in him that Raiseth the dead;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and desire him to speak to my dead soul, which is as rotten as Lazaru's body which had been so long in the grave;
and desire him to speak to my dead soul, which is as rotten as Lazarus's body which had been so long in the grave;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that he would say to it, Come forth of that cursed estate;
that he would say to it, Come forth of that cursed estate;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is but for him to speak the word, to blesse his word, and then it will come out by faith.
it is but for him to speak the word, to bless his word, and then it will come out by faith.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they have not learned to trust in God that raiseth the dead. God is the God that raiseth the dead:
they have not learned to trust in God that Raiseth the dead. God is the God that Raiseth the dead:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore let us oft think of this, think what God means to do with us, that we may carry out selves answerably, I trust in God that raiseth the dead: Therefore let us oft think of this, think what God means to do with us, that we may carry out selves answerably, I trust in God that Raiseth the dead:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore let us honour God while we live, with that body that he will raise: let us be fruitful in our place.
Therefore let us honour God while we live, with that body that he will raise: let us be fruitful in our place.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Saint Paul drawes this conclusion, 1 Cor. 15. from the resurrection, Finally, my brethren, be constant, unmoveable, alway abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.
Saint Paul draws this conclusion, 1 Cor. 15. from the resurrection, Finally, my brothers, be constant, Unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Especially considering that he will raise the dead bodies after a more glorious manner then they are now, he will make a more glorious body.
Especially considering that he will raise the dead bodies After a more glorious manner then they Are now, he will make a more glorious body.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For alway Gods second works are better then his first: he raiseth the dead, and will make our bodies, like the glorious body of Christ.
For always God's second works Are better then his First: he Raiseth the dead, and will make our bodies, like the glorious body of christ.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But the point of the resurrection is very large, and perhaps I shall have better occasion to speak of it afterward.
But the point of the resurrection is very large, and perhaps I shall have better occasion to speak of it afterwards.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I onely apply it to the present purpose, how it strengthens faith in misery, and in the houre of death.
I only apply it to the present purpose, how it strengthens faith in misery, and in the hour of death.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man is strengthened in his faith when he thinks, now I am going the way of all flesh, I am to yield my soul to God,
A man is strengthened in his faith when he thinks, now I am going the Way of all Flesh, I am to yield my soul to God,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and death is to close up mine eyes:
and death is to close up mine eyes:
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yet I have trusted in God, and do trust in God that will raise my body from the grave.
yet I have trusted in God, and do trust in God that will raise my body from the grave.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This comforts the soul against the horrour of the grave, against that confusion and darknesse that is after death.
This comforts the soul against the horror of the grave, against that confusion and darkness that is After death.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Faith seeth things to come as present, it sees the body (after it hath a long time been in the dust) clothed with flesh,
Faith sees things to come as present, it sees the body (After it hath a long time been in the dust) clothed with Flesh,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and made like the glorious bodie of Christ:
and made like the glorious body of christ:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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faith sees this, and so a Christian soule dies in faith, and sowes the body as good seed in the ground in hope of a glorious resurrection.
faith sees this, and so a Christian soul die in faith, and sows the body as good seed in the ground in hope of a glorious resurrection.
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And that comforts a Christian soule, in the losse of children, of wife, of friends, that have been dearest,
And that comforts a Christian soul, in the loss of children, of wife, of Friends, that have been dearest,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and nearest to me, I trust in God that raiseth the dead, that he will raise them again,
and nearest to me, I trust in God that Raiseth the dead, that he will raise them again,
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then we shall all be for ever with the Lord: it is a point of singular comfort:
and then we shall all be for ever with the Lord: it is a point of singular Comfort:
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the maine Articles of our faith, they have a wondrous working upon us, in all the passages of our lives;
for the main Articles of our faith, they have a wondrous working upon us, in all the passages of our lives;
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(10) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When shall we know that it is Gods time to deliver? that we may wait with comfort. When shall we know that it is God's time to deliver? that we may wait with Comfort.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is good to think often upon the pillars of our faith, as this is one, That God will raise us from the dead.
it is good to think often upon the pillars of our faith, as this is one, That God will raise us from the dead.
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But I go on to the next verse.
But I go on to the next verse.
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VERS. 10. Who delivered us from so great a death, who doth deliver us, in whom we trust that he will yet deliver us.VERS. 10. Who Delivered us from so great a death, who does deliver us, in whom we trust that he will yet deliver us.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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SAint Paul sets down his troubles to the life, that he might make himself and others more sensible of his comforts,
SAint Paul sets down his Troubles to the life, that he might make himself and Others more sensible of his comforts,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and of Gods grace, and goodness in his deliverance.
and of God's grace, and Goodness in his deliverance.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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These words contain his deliverance out of that trouble, his particular deliverance out of a particular trouble:
These words contain his deliverance out of that trouble, his particular deliverance out of a particular trouble:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And this deliverance is set down by a triple distinction of time, as time is either past, present, or to come;
And this deliverance is Set down by a triple distinction of time, as time is either passed, present, or to come;
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so God who is the deliverer for all times, he hath delivered us for the time past, he doth deliver us for the present, in whom we trust that he will deliver us for the time to come.
so God who is the deliverer for all times, he hath Delivered us for the time past, he does deliver us for the present, in whom we trust that he will deliver us for the time to come.
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Who delivered us from so great a death.
Who Delivered us from so great a death.
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After St. Paul had learned to rrust in God, after he had taken forth that lesson, a hard lesson to learn, that must be learned by bringing a man to such extremity;
After Saint Paul had learned to rrust in God, After he had taken forth that Lesson, a hard Lesson to Learn, that must be learned by bringing a man to such extremity;
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I say, after he had learned to trust in God that raiseth the dead, God gave him this reward of his diligence in the blessed school of afflictions, he delivered him, who hath delivered us, and who doth deliver us continually, he will not take his hand from the work,
I say, After he had learned to trust in God that Raiseth the dead, God gave him this reward of his diligence in the blessed school of afflictions, he Delivered him, who hath Delivered us, and who does deliver us continually, he will not take his hand from the work,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and for the time to come I hope he will do so still. St. Paul here calls his trouble a death.
and for the time to come I hope he will do so still. Saint Paul Here calls his trouble a death.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It was not a death properly, it is but his aggravation of the trouble that calls it a death:
It was not a death properly, it is but his aggravation of the trouble that calls it a death:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because Gods mercy onely hindred it from being a death, it was onely not a death, it was some desperate trouble, some desperate sicknesse, the particular is not set down in the Scripture.
Because God's mercy only hindered it from being a death, it was only not a death, it was Some desperate trouble, Some desperate sickness, the particular is not Set down in the Scripture.
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We know what a tumult there was about Diana of Ephesus, Acts 19. and in 1. Cor. 15. He fought with beasts at Ephesus, (which is in Asia) after the manner of men.
We know what a tumult there was about Diana of Ephesus, Acts 19. and in 1. Cor. 15. He fought with beasts At Ephesus, (which is in Asia) After the manner of men.
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Whether it were that, or some other we know not; whatsoever it was, he calls it a death:
Whither it were that, or Some other we know not; whatsoever it was, he calls it a death:
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he doth not call it an affliction, but a death, & a great death, to make himself the more sensible.
he does not call it an affliction, but a death, & a great death, to make himself the more sensible.
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VVherefore have we souls, and understandings, but to exercise them in setting forth our dangers,
Wherefore have we Souls, and understandings, but to exercise them in setting forth our dangers,
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God knowes his own time best, but usually it is when we are brought very low,
God knows his own time best, but usually it is when we Are brought very low,
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and the deliverances of God? to consider of things, to affect us deeply? The Apostle here to affect himself deeply, he sets it down here by a death.
and the Deliverances of God? to Consider of things, to affect us deeply? The Apostle Here to affect himself deeply, he sets it down Here by a death.
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And oft-times in the Psalmes, the Psalmist in Psalme 18. and Psal. 11. he calls his afflictions death and hell,
And ofttimes in the Psalms, the Psalmist in Psalm 18. and Psalm 11. he calls his afflictions death and hell,
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and so they had been indeed except God had delivered him. But to come to the points that are considerable hence.
and so they had been indeed except God had Delivered him. But to come to the points that Are considerable hence.
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First of all we may observe this, that God till he have wrought his own work he doth not deliver;
First of all we may observe this, that God till he have wrought his own work he does not deliver;
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he brings men to a low ebbe, to a very low estate before he will deliver.
he brings men to a low ebb, to a very low estate before he will deliver.
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Secondly, After God hath wrought his own work, then he delivers hischildren. Thirdly, he continues the work still, he doth deliver me.
Secondly, After God hath wrought his own work, then he delivers hischildren. Thirdly, he continues the work still, he does deliver me.
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Fourthly, That upon experience of Gods former deliverance, Gods children have founded a blessed argument for the time to come, He hath, & he will deliver me.
Fourthly, That upon experience of God's former deliverance, God's children have founded a blessed argument for the time to come, He hath, & he will deliver me.
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God is alway like himself, he is never at a loss, what he hath done, he doth,
God is always like himself, he is never At a loss, what he hath done, he does,
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and will doe, reserving the limitations, as we shall see afterward. God doth not at the first deliver his children.
and will do, reserving the limitations, as we shall see afterwards. God does not At the First deliver his children.
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He delivered St. Paul, but it was after he had brought him to receive the sentence of death,
He Delivered Saint Paul, but it was After he had brought him to receive the sentence of death,
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and after he had learned not to trust in himself, but in God that raiseth the dead.
and After he had learned not to trust in himself, but in God that Raiseth the dead.
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God deferres his deliverance for many reasons: To name a few.
God defers his deliverance for many Reasons: To name a few.
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God doth deferre his deliverance, when we are in dangers, partly (as you see here) to perfect the work of mortification, of self-confidence, to subdue trust in any earthly thing.
God does defer his deliverance, when we Are in dangers, partly (as you see Here) to perfect the work of mortification, of self-confidence, to subdue trust in any earthly thing.
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St. Paul by this learned not to trust in himself.
Saint Paul by this learned not to trust in himself.
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And then to strengthen our faith and confidence in God, when we are drawn from all creatures to learn to trust in him.
And then to strengthen our faith and confidence in God, when we Are drawn from all creatures to Learn to trust in him.
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And to sweeten his deliverance when it comes, to indear his favours, for then they are sweet indeed after God hath beat us out of our selves.
And to sweeten his deliverance when it comes, to endear his favours, for then they Are sweet indeed After God hath beatrice us out of our selves.
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Summer and Spring are sweet after Winter: so it is in this vicissitude, and intercourse that God useth;
Summer and Spring Are sweet After Winter: so it is in this vicissitude, and intercourse that God uses;
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favour after affliction and crosses, is favour indeed.
favour After affliction and Crosses, is favour indeed.
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That makes heaven so sweet to Gods Children when they come there because they go to Heaven out of a great deal of miserie in this world.
That makes heaven so sweet to God's Children when they come there Because they go to Heaven out of a great deal of misery in this world.
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And partly likewise God defers it for his own glory, that it may be known for his meer work:
And partly likewise God defers it for his own glory, that it may be known for his mere work:
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and when our spirits are low:
and when our spirits Are low:
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for when we are at a losse, and the soul can reason thus, God must help or none can help, then God hath the glory:
for when we Are At a loss, and the soul can reason thus, God must help or none can help, then God hath the glory:
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therefore in love to his own glory he defers it so long.
Therefore in love to his own glory he defers it so long.
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Again, he useth to defer long, that he might the more shame the enemies at length:
Again, he uses to defer long, that he might the more shame the enemies At length:
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for if the affliction be from the insolencie and pride of the enemies, he deferres deliverance, till they be come to the highest pitch,
for if the affliction be from the insolency and pride of the enemies, he defers deliverance, till they be come to the highest pitch,
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and then he ariseth as a Gyant refreshed with wine, and smites his enemies in the hinder parts:
and then he arises as a Giant refreshed with wine, and smites his enemies in the hinder parts:
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he is as it were refreshed on the sudden.
he is as it were refreshed on the sudden.
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And as it is his greatest glory to raise his children when they are at the lowest:
And as it is his greatest glory to raise his children when they Are At the lowest:
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so it is his glory to confound the pride of the enemies when it is at the highest:
so it is his glory to confound the pride of the enemies when it is At the highest:
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if he should do it before, his glory would not shine so much in the confusion of them,
if he should do it before, his glory would not shine so much in the confusion of them,
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and their enterprises against his children. One would think he should not have let Pharaoh alone so long;
and their enterprises against his children. One would think he should not have let Pharaoh alone so long;
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but he got him glory the more at the last, in confounding him in the Red-sea:
but he god him glory the more At the last, in confounding him in the Red sea:
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So Haman came very farre, almost to the execution of the decree;
So Haman Come very Far, almost to the execution of the Decree;
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he had gotten by his policie and malice, and then God delivered his Church, and confounded Haman. These and the like reasons may be given to shew that God in heavenly and deep wisdom doth not presently deliver his children.
he had got by his policy and malice, and then God Delivered his Church, and confounded Haman. These and the like Reasons may be given to show that God in heavenly and deep Wisdom does not presently deliver his children.
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The proper use of it is, that we should learn not to be hasty, and shortspirited in Gods dealing,
The proper use of it is, that we should Learn not to be hasty, and shortspirited in God's dealing,
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but learn to practise that which we are often injoyned, to wait on God, to wait his good leasure.
but Learn to practise that which we Are often enjoined, to wait on God, to wait his good leisure.
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Especially considering that which is the second point, let that satisfie us, that After God hath done his work, he will deliver.
Especially considering that which is the second point, let that satisfy us, that After God hath done his work, he will deliver.
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Let us wait, for he will deliver at length: perhaps his time is not yet that he will deliver;
Let us wait, for he will deliver At length: perhaps his time is not yet that he will deliver;
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but usually when all is desperate, when he may have all the glory then he delivers.
but usually when all is desperate, when he may have all the glory then he delivers.
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He delivered the three young men, but they were put into the fire first, and the Furnace was made seven times hotter, that he might have the glory in consuming their enemies:
He Delivered the three young men, but they were put into the fire First, and the Furnace was made seven times hotter, that he might have the glory in consuming their enemies:
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so he delivered Hezekias in his time, but it was when the enemy was even ready to seize upon the City.
so he Delivered Hezekias in his time, but it was when the enemy was even ready to seize upon the city.
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He promised St. Paul that not one man should perish in the ship, but yet they suffered shipwrack, they went away onely with their lives.
He promised Saint Paul that not one man should perish in the ship, but yet they suffered shipwreck, they went away only with their lives.
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when we are brought very low, both in regard of humane support, and in regard of our spirits,
when we Are brought very low, both in regard of humane support, and in regard of our spirits,
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when we are humble, when our souls cleave to the dust: help, Lord, for we are brought very low:
when we Are humble, when our Souls cleave to the dust: help, Lord, for we Are brought very low:
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Help Lord, for vain is the help of man. Help Lord, for vain is the help of man.
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When the Church can plead so, it is a good plea, when we are at the lowest,
When the Church can plead so, it is a good plea, when we Are At the lowest,
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and the malice of the enemy is at the highest, when the waters swell, Help, Lord, for the waters are come into my very soul, when we are very low,
and the malice of the enemy is At the highest, when the waters swell, Help, Lord, for the waters Are come into my very soul, when we Are very low,
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and the enemies very high, as we see in Pharaoh. And so in Herod when he was in the height of his pride,
and the enemies very high, as we see in Pharaoh. And so in Herod when he was in the height of his pride,
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when he was in all his glory, God takes him there. Thus God delivers his, and confounds his enemies;
when he was in all his glory, God Takes him there. Thus God delivers his, and confounds his enemies;
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I joyn them both together, for the one is not commonly without the other: the annoyance of Gods Children is from their enemies:
I join them both together, for the one is not commonly without the other: the annoyance of God's Children is from their enemies:
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therefore when he delivers the one he confounds the other.
Therefore when he delivers the one he confounds the other.
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When the malice of the one is at the highest, and the state of the other is at the lowest,
When the malice of the one is At the highest, and the state of the other is At the lowest,
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and their spirits are afflicted and cast down with their estate, then is the time when God will deliver.
and their spirits Are afflicted and cast down with their estate, then is the time when God will deliver.
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Again, when our hearts are inlarged to pray, when we can pray from a broken heart:
Again, when our hearts Are enlarged to pray, when we can pray from a broken heart:
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as you see here, he joynes them together, God will deliver me, but it must be by your prayers:
as you see Here, he joins them together, God will deliver me, but it must be by your Prayers:
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when we have hearts to pray, and when others have hearts to pray for us, that is the time of deliverance.
when we have hearts to pray, and when Others have hearts to pray for us, that is the time of deliverance.
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Usually there goes before deliverance an enlarged heart to pray to God;
Usually there Goes before deliverance an enlarged heart to pray to God;
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as we see in Daniel, Dan. 9. a little before they came out of Babylon, he had a large heart to pray to God.
as we see in daniel, Dan. 9. a little before they Come out of Babylon, he had a large heart to pray to God.
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And when we can plead with God his promise, Remember, Lord, thy promise wherein thou hast caused us to trust:
And when we can plead with God his promise, remember, Lord, thy promise wherein thou hast caused us to trust:
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when we can cast our selves upon Gods mercy with prayer, and plead with God to remember his promise, it is a sign God means to deliver us.
when we can cast our selves upon God's mercy with prayer, and plead with God to Remember his promise, it is a Signen God means to deliver us.
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When the heart is shut and closed up, that it cannot speak to God:
When the heart is shut and closed up, that it cannot speak to God:
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when there is some sin or other that doth stifle the spirit, that it cannot vent it self with that liberty to God, it is a signe that it is not the time yet of Gods deliverance.
when there is Some since or other that does stifle the Spirit, that it cannot vent it self with that liberty to God, it is a Signen that it is not the time yet of God's deliverance.
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God will at the length deliver:
God will At the length deliver:
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there is no inward thing can change him, for then he were not perfectly wise;
there is no inward thing can change him, for then he were not perfectly wise;
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therefore from both these (that he doth deferre deliverance, and that he will deliver at length) let us inferre this lesson of waiting, let us wait therefore, and wait with comfort. Let us remember these principles.
Therefore from both these (that he does defer deliverance, and that he will deliver At length) let us infer this Lesson of waiting, let us wait Therefore, and wait with Comfort. Let us Remember these principles.
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First, God hath a time (as for all things) so for our deliverance. Secondly that Gods time is the best time, he is the best discerner of opportunities. First, God hath a time (as for all things) so for our deliverance. Secondly that God's time is the best time, he is the best discerner of opportunities.
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Thirdly, remember that this shall be when he hath wrought his work upon our souls, specially when he hath made us to trust in him.
Thirdly, Remember that this shall be when he hath wrought his work upon our Souls, specially when he hath made us to trust in him.
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As here, when Saint Paul had learnd to trust in God, then he delivered him.
As Here, when Saint Paul had learned to trust in God, then he Delivered him.
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And why should we desire to do our bodies good, or our estates good, till God hath wrought his cure on our souls? for God intends our souls in the first place:
And why should we desire to do our bodies good, or our estates good, till God hath wrought his cure on our Souls? for God intends our Souls in the First place:
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our soules they are the whole man in a manner.
our Souls they Are the Whole man in a manner.
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The welfare of the soul drawes the welfare of the body, and the welfare of the estate after it;
The welfare of the soul draws the welfare of the body, and the welfare of the estate After it;
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the body shall do well if the soul do well.
the body shall do well if the soul do well.
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Therefore we should desire rather that the Lord would let the affliction stay, then that it should part without the message for which God sends it. Every affliction is Gods messenger:
Therefore we should desire rather that the Lord would let the affliction stay, then that it should part without the message for which God sends it. Every affliction is God's Messenger:
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we should desire the Lord to let it stay for the answer for which he hath sent it.
we should desire the Lord to let it stay for the answer for which he hath sent it.
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And indeed, it will never part without the answer for which God sends it, till it have humbled us, till it have brought us to trust in God, till we be such as we should be.
And indeed, it will never part without the answer for which God sends it, till it have humbled us, till it have brought us to trust in God, till we be such as we should be.
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And a Christian soul rather desires to be in the Furnace, to be under the affliction, to be purged better yet,
And a Christian soul rather Desires to be in the Furnace, to be under the affliction, to be purged better yet,
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then to have the crosse, and affliction removed, and not to be a whit the better for it.
then to have the cross, and affliction removed, and not to be a whit the better for it.
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Therefore considering that there will be a time, and that Gods time is the best time:
Therefore considering that there will be a time, and that God's time is the best time:
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and that this time will be when he hath fitted us, we should learn to waite in any crosse,
and that this time will be when he hath fitted us, we should Learn to wait in any cross,
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and not to be over hasty. Again, consider, though the time be long: yet he will deliver at length by death, death will end all miseries.
and not to be over hasty. Again, Consider, though the time be long: yet he will deliver At length by death, death will end all misery's.
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And consider, that how long soever we indure any thing, yet what is that that we indure here, to that that we are freed from by Christ? We are freed from misery, from all misery, from the wrath of God, from damnation.
And Consider, that how long soever we endure any thing, yet what is that that we endure Here, to that that we Are freed from by christ? We Are freed from misery, from all misery, from the wrath of God, from damnation.
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but at last he will deliver, and that is sufficient to force this, to wait still upon God with patience and silence.
but At last he will deliver, and that is sufficient to force this, to wait still upon God with patience and silence.
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And what is that that we can suffer here, to the glory and joy that remaines for us in heaven? What is all that we can suffer here, to that that Christ hath indured for us? what is all that we can indure here, to that that we have deserved? Considering then what we are delivered from, what God hath reserved for us, what Christ hath indured,
And what is that that we can suffer Here, to the glory and joy that remains for us in heaven? What is all that we can suffer Here, to that that christ hath endured for us? what is all that we can endure Here, to that that we have deserved? Considering then what we Are Delivered from, what God hath reserved for us, what christ hath endured,
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and what we deserve, it will make us wait, and wait with patience.
and what we deserve, it will make us wait, and wait with patience.
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Especially considering (as I said before) that God is working his good worke for our good:
Especially considering (as I said before) that God is working his good work for our good:
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though we at the first perhaps for a while doe not see the meaning of the affliction, the meaning of the cross, we cannot read it perfectly;
though we At the First perhaps for a while do not see the meaning of the affliction, the meaning of the cross, we cannot read it perfectly;
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yet in general we may know, it is for our good:
yet in general we may know, it is for our good:
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God of his infinite wisdom will not suffer a hair to fall from our heads without his providence, And all shall work together for the best to those that love him, Rom. 8. It is long then we see ere God deliver, and why? and at the last he will deliver one way or other:
God of his infinite Wisdom will not suffer a hair to fallen from our Heads without his providence, And all shall work together for the best to those that love him, Rom. 8. It is long then we see ere God deliver, and why? and At the last he will deliver one Way or other:
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and therefore let us waite quietly, and this the Saints of God have practised in all ages, Psal. 62. Yet, my soul, keep silence to the Lord.
and Therefore let us wait quietly, and this the Saints of God have practised in all ages, Psalm 62. Yet, my soul, keep silence to the Lord.
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He had a shrewd conflict with himself when he saw how good causes were trampled on,
He had a shrewd conflict with himself when he saw how good Causes were trampled on,
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and he saw the insolence of wicked persons, how they lift up their heads, Yet, my soul, keep silence to the Lord.
and he saw the insolence of wicked Persons, how they lift up their Heads, Yet, my soul, keep silence to the Lord.
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So he begins, Psal. 73. Yet God is good to Israel, for all this.
So he begins, Psalm 73. Yet God is good to Israel, for all this.
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And God chargeth it upon his people that they should waite, If I tarry, wait thou, Hab. 2. 2. And the blessing is promised to those that can wait and not murmur,
And God charges it upon his people that they should wait, If I tarry, wait thou, Hab. 2. 2. And the blessing is promised to those that can wait and not murmur,
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as in Psal. 147. 11. It is a duty that we are much urged to, and very hardly brought to the practice of:
as in Psalm 147. 11. It is a duty that we Are much urged to, and very hardly brought to the practice of:
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therefore we are to hear it pressed the more, Psal. 147. The Lord taketh pleasure in them that fear him, in those that hope in his mercy:
Therefore we Are to hear it pressed the more, Psalm 147. The Lord Takes pleasure in them that Fear him, in those that hope in his mercy:
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in those that trust in his mercy.
in those that trust in his mercy.
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The like you have in many places, Isay, 30. 18. Therefore will the Lord wait, that he may be gracious to you:
The like you have in many places, Saiah, 30. 18. Therefore will the Lord wait, that he may be gracious to you:
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therefore he will be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you: he is a God of judgement, Blessed are all that wait for him. Therefore he will be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you: he is a God of judgement, Blessed Are all that wait for him.
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So in Lament. 3. The Church still waits upon God.
So in Lament. 3. The Church still waits upon God.
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How oft doth David charge himself, Wait, and trust in God, O my soul? Let us learn this upon these grounds, that God is long ere he deliver,
How oft does David charge himself, Wait, and trust in God, Oh my soul? Let us Learn this upon these grounds, that God is long ere he deliver,
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Well, thus we see God doth deliver, Who dilivered us, &c. What will he do for the time present? he hath delivered,
Well, thus we see God does deliver, Who Delivered us, etc. What will he do for the time present? he hath Delivered,
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and doth deliver, and he will deliver.
and does deliver, and he will deliver.
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From all joyntly together you see, that Gods people in this World stand in need of deliverance alway.
From all jointly together you see, that God's people in this World stand in need of deliverance always.
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They have alwayes troubles, when one is past another is present; deliverance supposeth dangers. There have been dangers, there are dangers, and there will be dangers.
They have always Troubles, when one is passed Another is present; deliverance Supposeth dangers. There have been dangers, there Are dangers, and there will be dangers.
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Our life is a warfare, a temptation, we are absent from God, we are alway exposed to dangers.
Our life is a warfare, a temptation, we Are absent from God, we Are always exposed to dangers.
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We live in the middest of Divels, and of Divellish-minded men:
We live in the midst of Devils, and of Devilish-minded men:
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we have corruptions in us that expose us to sin, and sin drawes on judgments, we are alway in danger one way or other while we live in this VVorld.
we have corruptions in us that expose us to since, and since draws on Judgments, we Are always in danger one Way or other while we live in this World.
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But our comfort is, that as there have been dangers, and are dangers, and will be dangers;
But our Comfort is, that as there have been dangers, and Are dangers, and will be dangers;
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so there hath been deliverance, there is deliverance, and there will be deliverance.
so there hath been deliverance, there is deliverance, and there will be deliverance.
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It is a trade that God useth, it is his Art, God knoweth how to deliver his, as Saint Peter saith;
It is a trade that God uses, it is his Art, God Knoweth how to deliver his, as Saint Peter Says;
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he hath alway exercised it, he is excellent at it:
he hath always exercised it, he is excellent At it:
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he hath delivered his Church, he doth deliver his Church, and he will deliver his Church:
he hath Delivered his Church, he does deliver his Church, and he will deliver his Church:
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and so every particular member, he hath, and doth and will diliver them. VVonderfull is the entercourse that God useth with his people, and their estate.
and so every particular member, he hath, and does and will diliver them. Wonderful is the intercourse that God uses with his people, and their estate.
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Even as in nature there is a change and entercourse of day and night, of light and darknesse, of morning and evening, of summer and winter, of hot and cold:
Even as in nature there is a change and intercourse of day and night, of Light and darkness, of morning and evening, of summer and winter, of hight and cold:
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so in the life of a Christian there are changes, dangers, and deliverance. There is a sowing in tears, and a reaping in joy;
so in the life of a Christian there Are changes, dangers, and deliverance. There is a sowing in tears, and a reaping in joy;
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there is a night of affliction, and a morning of joy and prosperity, Heavinesse may be in the evening,
there is a night of affliction, and a morning of joy and Prosperity, Heaviness may be in the evening,
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but joy commeth in the morning. but joy comes in the morning.
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And thus we go on till we end our daies, till we be taken to Heaven, where there shall be no Change, where all teares shall be wiped from our eyes.
And thus we go on till we end our days, till we be taken to Heaven, where there shall be no Change, where all tears shall be wiped from our eyes.
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If we had spirituall eyes, eyes to see our danger, to see how full the World is of Divells,
If we had spiritual eyes, eyes to see our danger, to see how full the World is of Devils,
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& then to consider how many dangers this weak life is subject to, how many casualties:
& then to Consider how many dangers this weak life is Subject to, how many casualties:
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as Judas had all to be his friends, the Pharisees were his friends, he had money of them:
as Judas had all to be his Friends, the Pharisees were his Friends, he had money of them:
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we cannot go out of doores, we cannot take a journey, but how many dangers are we subject to? we are invironed with perpetual dangers, the snares of death compasse us almost every where, abroad,
we cannot go out of doors, we cannot take a journey, but how many dangers Are we Subject to? we Are environed with perpetual dangers, the snares of death compass us almost every where, abroad,
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and at home, in our greatest security.
and At home, in our greatest security.
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But our comfort, is that God doth compasse us with mercy, as it is, Psal. 32. As dangers are round about us,
But our Comfort, is that God does compass us with mercy, as it is, Psalm 32. As dangers Are round about us,
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so God is a Wall of fire about us:
so God is a Wall of fire about us:
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we have dangers about us, Divells about us, we have a guard about us, we have God about us, we have his Angels about us, we have all his creatures about us, All things are yours, saith the Apostle, &c. It is God that hath delivered us, that doth deliver us.
we have dangers about us, Devils about us, we have a guard about us, we have God about us, we have his Angels about us, we have all his creatures about us, All things Are yours, Says the Apostle, etc. It is God that hath Delivered us, that does deliver us.
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Who restraines the divels from having their wills of us? they are enemies not only to our souls,
Who restrains the Devils from having their wills of us? they Are enemies not only to our Souls,
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and to our salvation, but to our bodies:
and to our salvation, but to our bodies:
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they are enemies to our health, as we see in Job: we live in the middest of Lyons, oft-times, in the middest of enemies;
they Are enemies to our health, as we see in Job: we live in the midst of Lyons, ofttimes, in the midst of enemies;
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who restraines their malice? we are preserved from dangers day and night:
who restrains their malice? we Are preserved from dangers day and night:
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who shuts in the doores, who watcheth over us, but he that keeps Israel? It is God that delivereth us.
who shuts in the doors, who watches over us, but he that keeps Israel? It is God that Delivereth us.
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Without his deliverance all deliverances were to little purpose:
Without his deliverance all Deliverances were to little purpose:
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all shutting in were to little purpose, except he shut us in that shut Noah into the Ark: he must watch over us.
all shutting in were to little purpose, except he shut us in that shut Noah into the Ark: he must watch over us.
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It is God that delivereth us. But doth he deliver us onely outwardly? No, he hath delivered, and he doth deliver us spiritually.
It is God that Delivereth us. But does he deliver us only outwardly? No, he hath Delivered, and he does deliver us spiritually.
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He hath delivered us from the power of hell, and damnation, he doth deliver us from many sins that we should commit:
He hath Delivered us from the power of hell, and damnation, he does deliver us from many Sins that we should commit:
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and when we have sinned, he delivers us from despair, he delivers us from presuming, by touching our hearts with saving grief for sin;
and when we have sinned, he delivers us from despair, he delivers us from presuming, by touching our hearts with Saving grief for since;
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if we belong to him, one of the two wayes he delivers, either from the sin or from the danger of the sin, either from the committing of the sin or from despairing for the sin,
if we belong to him, one of the two ways he delivers, either from the since or from the danger of the since, either from the committing of the since or from despairing for the since,
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or presuming in a course of sin.
or presuming in a course of since.
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Who delivereth us from our inbred corruptions? Should we not run every day into the sins that we see others commit? Who cuts short our lusts,
Who Delivereth us from our inbred corruptions? Should we not run every day into the Sins that we see Others commit? Who cuts short our Lustiest,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but God opened his conscience, and he could not indure the sight of it, it spake bitter things to him,
but God opened his conscience, and he could not endure the sighed of it, it spoke bitter things to him,
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when God opened an inward hell in his conscience.
when God opened an inward hell in his conscience.
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and suppresseth them, that we are not swearers, that we are not licentious persons, that we are not Godlesse persons? are we not hewn out of the same rock? Who keeps us from sin? Is it any inbred goodnesse? Are we not all a like tainted with originall fin? Children of wrath? Who puts a difference between us and others? It is God that hath delivered us, and that doth deliver us.
and suppresses them, that we Are not swearers, that we Are not licentious Persons, that we Are not Godless Persons? Are we not hewn out of the same rock? Who keeps us from since? Is it any inbred Goodness? are we not all a like tainted with original fin? Children of wrath? Who puts a difference between us and Others? It is God that hath Delivered us, and that does deliver us.
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It is his mercy that we do not commit sin, it is his preventing deliverance;
It is his mercy that we do not commit since, it is his preventing deliverance;
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and when we have committed sin, it is his mercy to pardon it, there is his preserving deliverance from despair after the committing of sin.
and when we have committed since, it is his mercy to pardon it, there is his preserving deliverance from despair After the committing of since.
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All are beholding to God for deliverance, those that have committed sin, that he delivers them from the wrath to come, from the damnation that they deserve;
All Are beholding to God for deliverance, those that have committed since, that he delivers them from the wrath to come, from the damnation that they deserve;
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and those that have the grace not to commit sin, they are beholding to him, that he delivers them from that which their corruptions else would carry them to,
and those that have the grace not to commit since, they Are beholding to him, that he delivers them from that which their corruptions Else would carry them to,
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if he should take his government from their hearts.
if he should take his government from their hearts.
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We have an inward guard as well as an outward, an invisible guard, We are kept by the Spirit of God through Faith to salvation.
We have an inward guard as well as an outward, an invisible guard, We Are kept by the Spirit of God through Faith to salvation.
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We have a guard that keeps us from despair, from sinking. God delivereth us from our selves by this inward guard.
We have a guard that keeps us from despair, from sinking. God Delivereth us from our selves by this inward guard.
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There is not the vilest Atheist that lives, but let God open his conscience, and let loose himself upon himself, to see what he deserves, to see what he is ready to sink into,
There is not the Vilest Atheist that lives, but let God open his conscience, and let lose himself upon himself, to see what he deserves, to see what he is ready to sink into,
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if he see not Gods mercy to deliver him:
if he see not God's mercy to deliver him:
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if he see not an Intercessor, a Mediator to come between God & him, what would become of him? Therefore saith Saint Paul in Philip. 4. The peace of God which passeth all understanding shall (guard) your hearts and minds;
if he see not an Intercessor, a Mediator to come between God & him, what would become of him? Therefore Says Saint Paul in Philip. 4. The peace of God which passes all understanding shall (guard) your hearts and minds;
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for so the word is in the Original, shall guard your hearts and minds.
for so the word is in the Original, shall guard your hearts and minds.
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We have not onely a guard outward, but we have a peace in us, the Spirit of God, the strengthening power of God, the sight of the love of God.
We have not only a guard outward, but we have a peace in us, the Spirit of God, the strengthening power of God, the sighed of the love of God.
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God delivers us as from all others, so from our selves.
God delivers us as from all Others, so from our selves.
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Judas had no enemies, God let him loose to himself, what became of him? Achitophel had no enemy, God let him loose to himself too,Judas had no enemies, God let him lose to himself, what became of him? Ahithophel had no enemy, God let him lose to himself too,
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and then we see what a desperate conclusion he came to.
and then we see what a desperate conclusion he Come to.
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So, whosoever thou art that contemnest Religion, that makest any thing of greater moment and respect then that,
So, whosoever thou art that contemnest Religion, that Makest any thing of greater moment and respect then that,
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if thou hadst not an enemy in the world, but all were thy friends:
if thou Hadst not an enemy in the world, but all were thy Friends:
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So God doth deliver us outwardly and inwardly, and the inward is double, partly from despair, partly from the rage of corruptions, (as I said before) Is it not God that tyes up our corruptions? There is such a world of sin in the heart of a man,
So God does deliver us outwardly and inwardly, and the inward is double, partly from despair, partly from the rage of corruptions, (as I said before) Is it not God that ties up our corruptions? There is such a world of since in the heart of a man,
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as often he finds the experience of it, when he meets with a fit temptation to his disposition, that Gods Children complain of themselves that the sins of their hearts have deceived them:
as often he finds the experience of it, when he meets with a fit temptation to his disposition, that God's Children complain of themselves that the Sins of their hearts have deceived them:
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so God delivers men from the rage of lusts, he tyes up their corruptions, and delivers them from them.
so God delivers men from the rage of Lustiest, he ties up their corruptions, and delivers them from them.
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And when we fall, and are ready to despair for them, he delivers us from despair.
And when we fallen, and Are ready to despair for them, he delivers us from despair.
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He doth deliver, he is perpetually delivering, it implies that we alway stand in need of deliverance.
He does deliver, he is perpetually delivering, it Implies that we always stand in need of deliverance.
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Therefore we should alway look up to God, he is the breath of our nostrils, In him we live, and move,
Therefore we should always look up to God, he is the breath of our nostrils, In him we live, and move,
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and have our being, in him we stand, and in him we are delivered in the middest of all our enemies, it should stir up our hearts thankfully to depend upon God;and have our being, in him we stand, and in him we Are Delivered in the midst of all our enemies, it should stir up our hearts thankfully to depend upon God;
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he that hath delivered us, he doth deliver us: if he should not continue his deliverance we should be continually in extream danger.
he that hath Delivered us, he does deliver us: if he should not continue his deliverance we should be continually in extreme danger.
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VVho hath delivered us, and doth deliver us, &c. A Christian is never in so great perplexity but God is delivering of him, even in trouble:
Who hath Delivered us, and does deliver us, etc. A Christian is never in so great perplexity but God is delivering of him, even in trouble:
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So the Church saith Lamentations 3. It is Gods mercy that we are not all consumed.
So the Church Says Lamentations 3. It is God's mercy that we Are not all consumed.
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The Church was in a pittifull estate then, one would have thought they were as low as almost they might be:
The Church was in a pitiful estate then, one would have Thought they were as low as almost they might be:
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yet notwithstanding the Spirit of God in those blessed men that lived in those times, they saw that they might have been worse then they were:
yet notwithstanding the Spirit of God in those blessed men that lived in those times, they saw that they might have been Worse then they were:
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and they saw that there was some danger from which they were delivered, It is thy mercy that we are not all consumed. God delivered them from extremity.
and they saw that there was Some danger from which they were Delivered, It is thy mercy that we Are not all consumed. God Delivered them from extremity.
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Nay, in troubles God doth deliver so, as there may be a distinction for the most part between his and others.
Nay, in Troubles God does deliver so, as there may be a distinction for the most part between his and Others.
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When I gather my Jewels it shall be known who serves me, and who serves me not. When I gather my Jewels it shall be known who serves me, and who serves me not.
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Mal. 3. God continually delivers, more especially at sometimes. As we say of providence, providence is nothing but a continued act of creation.
Malachi 3. God continually delivers, more especially At sometime. As we say of providence, providence is nothing but a continued act of creation.
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And it is true, the same power that created all things of nothing, the same power sustains all things.
And it is true, the same power that created all things of nothing, the same power sustains all things.
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God upholds all things with his right hand.
God upholds all things with his right hand.
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For even as it is with a stone which is upheld by a mans hand, let him withdraw his hand, and down it falls:
For even as it is with a stone which is upheld by a men hand, let him withdraw his hand, and down it falls:
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so naturally all things as they are raised out of nothing, so they will fall to their first principles,
so naturally all things as they Are raised out of nothing, so they will fallen to their First principles,
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except they be sustained by that continuall act of creation which we call providence, to maintain them in the order wherein they were set at the first.
except they be sustained by that continual act of creation which we call providence, to maintain them in the order wherein they were Set At the First.
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So there is a continuall act of deliverance, till we be delivered out of all troubles,
So there is a continual act of deliverance, till we be Delivered out of all Troubles,
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and set in a place where there shall be no more annoyance at all either from within us, or without us. God doth still deliver.
and Set in a place where there shall be no more annoyance At all either from within us, or without us. God does still deliver.
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O, let this move us to a reverence of the eye and Majesty of the great God, of the presence of God.
Oh, let this move us to a Reverence of the eye and Majesty of the great God, of the presence of God.
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Who will willingly provoke him, of whom he stands in need to deliver him? Let God withdraw his deliverance, his preventing deliverance, or his rescuing deliverance:
Who will willingly provoke him, of whom he Stands in need to deliver him? Let God withdraw his deliverance, his preventing deliverance, or his rescuing deliverance:
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for (as I said) there is a double deliverance: he prevents us from trouble, he delivers us that we do not fall into it:
for (as I said) there is a double deliverance: he prevents us from trouble, he delivers us that we do not fallen into it:
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and when we are fallen into it, he rescues us.
and when we Are fallen into it, he rescues us.
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If God should not thus deliver us, there is no mischief that any others fall into,
If God should not thus deliver us, there is no mischief that any Others fallen into,
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but we should fall into the like, were it not for his preventing deliverance. As St. Austin saith well;
but we should fallen into the like, were it not for his preventing deliverance. As Saint Austin Says well;
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A man that is freed from sin ought to thank God as well for the sins that he hath not committed,
A man that is freed from since ought to thank God as well for the Sins that he hath not committed,
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as for the sins that he hath had forgiven:
as for the Sins that he hath had forgiven:
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for it is an equall mercy that a man fall not into sin as for his sin to be pardoned.
for it is an equal mercy that a man fallen not into since as for his since to be pardoned.
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And so for troubles too, it is Gods mercy to prevent troubles as well as to deliver out of trouble when we are fallen into it.
And so for Troubles too, it is God's mercy to prevent Troubles as well as to deliver out of trouble when we Are fallen into it.
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Who would not reverence this great God? what miscreant wretches are they that inure their tongues to swearing to tear that Majesty, that if he should withdraw his deliverance and protection from them, what would become of them?
Who would not Reverence this great God? what miscreant wretches Are they that inure their tongues to swearing to tear that Majesty, that if he should withdraw his deliverance and protection from them, what would become of them?
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Where there is perpetuall dependance upon any man, how doth it inforce reverence and respect even amongst men? Itis Athiesm therefore for men to inure their tongues to speak cursed language, to inure their hearts to entertain prophane thoughts of God,
Where there is perpetual dependence upon any man, how does it enforce Reverence and respect even among men? Itis Atheism Therefore for men to inure their tongues to speak cursed language, to inure their hearts to entertain profane thoughts of God,
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and to neglect the consideration of his Majesty.
and to neglect the consideration of his Majesty.
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Holy men in Scripture are said to walk with God, that is, to have God in their eye, in all times, in all places,
Holy men in Scripture Are said to walk with God, that is, to have God in their eye, in all times, in all places,
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as he had them in his eye, to delight in them, to prevent troubles, and to deliver them from troubles when they were in them.
as he had them in his eye, to delight in them, to prevent Troubles, and to deliver them from Troubles when they were in them.
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We should take notice of Gods speciall providence in this kind, that God by deliverance often gives us our lives,
We should take notice of God's special providence in this kind, that God by deliverance often gives us our lives,
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and it should teach us to consecrate our lives to God.
and it should teach us to consecrate our lives to God.
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Who doth deliver us: In whome we hope, or trust, or have affiance that he will yet deliver us.Who does deliver us: In whom we hope, or trust, or have affiance that he will yet deliver us.
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The holy Apostle doth take in trust here the time to come, he speaks as if he were assured of that as of any thing past;
The holy Apostle does take in trust Here the time to come, he speaks as if he were assured of that as of any thing past;
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and he doth found his hope for the time to come upon that which was past and present.
and he does found his hope for the time to come upon that which was passed and present.
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As he saith in Romans 5. Experience breeds hope, so it doth here in the Blessed Apostle, He hath delivered, and he doth deliver, and why should I not trust in so good a God for the time to come, I hope he will deliver me? And surely so may we do.
As he Says in Romans 5. Experience breeds hope, so it does Here in the Blessed Apostle, He hath Delivered, and he does deliver, and why should I not trust in so good a God for the time to come, I hope he will deliver me? And surely so may we do.
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A Christian may rely on God for the time to come. Upon what ground, upon what Pillars is this confidence built of the holy Apostle?
A Christian may rely on God for the time to come. Upon what ground, upon what Pillars is this confidence built of the holy Apostle?
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Upon the Name of God, the Name of his nature, Jehovah, I am, which signifies a constant being, I was, I am, and am to come.
Upon the Name of God, the Name of his nature, Jehovah, I am, which signifies a constant being, I was, I am, and am to come.
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There was danger, there is danger, and there will come danger: There was danger, there is danger, and there will come danger:
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there was a God, there is a God, and there will be a God, Jehovah, I am. If there be a flux, a perpetual succession of ill, there is a perpetual being,
there was a God, there is a God, and there will be a God, Jehovah, I am. If there be a flux, a perpetual succession of ill, there is a perpetual being,
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and living of the living Jehovah. So Christ is proved to be Jehovah, because he calls himself Revelations 1. he that was, and is,
and living of the living Jehovah. So christ is proved to be Jehovah, Because he calls himself Revelations 1. he that was, and is,
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and is to come, Jehovah, alway like himself.and is to come, Jehovah, always like himself.
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Now if God be Jehovah, alway like himself, then if he have delivered, if he doth deliver, he will deliver, he is I am in himself.
Now if God be Jehovah, always like himself, then if he have Delivered, if he does deliver, he will deliver, he is I am in himself.
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Now as his Name is, so is his nature and properties, he is I am in his love to his Church, he is alway in the present tense:
Now as his Name is, so is his nature and properties, he is I am in his love to his Church, he is always in the present tense:
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Whom he loves, he loves to the end: he is unchangeable. Whom he loves, he loves to the end: he is unchangeable.
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I the Lord your God change not, therefore you are not consumed, Mal. 3. The reason why notwithstanding our many provocations of him, that we are not consumed, it is because his love to us is unchangeable:I the Lord your God change not, Therefore you Are not consumed, Malachi 3. The reason why notwithstanding our many provocations of him, that we Are not consumed, it is Because his love to us is unchangeable:
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though we are up and down, He cannot deny himself; and there is the foundation of our comfort, that though we change oft, yet he never changeth.
though we Are up and down, He cannot deny himself; and there is the Foundation of our Comfort, that though we change oft, yet he never changes.
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so there is nothing either in himself or in the creatures that can change God, he is alway like himself:
so there is nothing either in himself or in the creatures that can change God, he is always like himself:
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therefore this is a ground of confidence for the time to come.
Therefore this is a ground of confidence for the time to come.
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Likewise his Covenant and promise, the Covenant that he hath made with his Children is an everlasting Covenant, that he will be their God to death, and for ever:
Likewise his Covenant and promise, the Covenant that he hath made with his Children is an everlasting Covenant, that he will be their God to death, and for ever:
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and the gifts, and graces of God, his inward love, they are without repentance: and their union with Christ, is an everlasting union.
and the Gifts, and graces of God, his inward love, they Are without Repentance: and their Union with christ, is an everlasting Union.
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And also experience built upon these grounds, that God is Jehovah, what he hath done he will do,
And also experience built upon these grounds, that God is Jehovah, what he hath done he will do,
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and his properties are answerable to his Name, he is unchangeable, and his promise and Covenant are unchangeable:
and his properties Are answerable to his Name, he is unchangeable, and his promise and Covenant Are unchangeable:
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therefore experience from the time past comes to be a good argument from these 3. grounds:
Therefore experience from the time past comes to be a good argument from these 3. grounds:
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because he is Jehovah, I am, and because he is unchangeable, being Jehovah, and because his Covenant is everlasting, because he is unchangeable.
Because he is Jehovah, I am, and Because he is unchangeable, being Jehovah, and Because his Covenant is everlasting, Because he is unchangeable.
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For the foundation of all comfort is the Name and being of God Jehovah: from his being issue and flow his properties,
For the Foundation of all Comfort is the Name and being of God Jehovah: from his being issue and flow his properties,
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and they are like him unchangeable, and eternall:
and they Are like him unchangeable, and Eternal:
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and from his properties comes that to be unchangeable that comes from him, his Word and promise and Covenant;
and from his properties comes that to be unchangeable that comes from him, his Word and promise and Covenant;
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considering then that his Name & being is such, that his properties are such, that his Covenant is such, issuing from his nature and properties, experience then of trust in the love and mercy of God, is an unanswerable argument against all temptations:
considering then that his Name & being is such, that his properties Are such, that his Covenant is such, issuing from his nature and properties, experience then of trust in the love and mercy of God, is an unanswerable argument against all temptations:
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he hath loved, he doth love, and he will love:
he hath loved, he does love, and he will love:
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he hath delivered, he doth deliver, and he will deliver, and will preserve us to his heavenly Kingdom.
he hath Delivered, he does deliver, and he will deliver, and will preserve us to his heavenly Kingdom.
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It is a good argument, that God that is Jehovah, that God that is unchangeable, that God that is in Covenant with me, that is my God,
It is a good argument, that God that is Jehovah, that God that is unchangeable, that God that is in Covenant with me, that is my God,
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and I his, that God of whom I have had experience for the time past, that he hath been my God, why should I doubt for the time to come? Unlesse I will call in question the very being of God, the very properties of God,
and I his, that God of whom I have had experience for the time past, that he hath been my God, why should I doubt for the time to come? Unless I will call in question the very being of God, the very properties of God,
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and the truth of God in his Covenant, and overturn all, I may as well trust him for the time to come,
and the truth of God in his Covenant, and overturn all, I may as well trust him for the time to come,
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as for the time present, He hath delivered me, he doth deliver me, and he will deliver me.
as for the time present, He hath Delivered me, he does deliver me, and he will deliver me.
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But it may be objected, God doth not deliver alway, and therefore it seemes not to be a current truth;
But it may be objected, God does not deliver always, and Therefore it seems not to be a current truth;
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how doth God deliver his Children, when we see how they miscarrie in troubles, and persecutions, both the Church in generall and particular Christians,
how does God deliver his Children, when we see how they miscarry in Troubles, and persecutions, both the Church in general and particular Christians,
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as there be many instances, it seemes God doth not deliver his, they die Martyrs, St. Paul himself died a bloody death:
as there be many instances, it seems God does not deliver his, they die Martyrs, Saint Paul himself died a bloody death:
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therefore how is this true that we may build a certain confidence upon it, he hath delivered, he doth deliver, and he will deliver?
Therefore how is this true that we may built a certain confidence upon it, he hath Delivered, he does deliver, and he will deliver?
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I answer, we must take it in the latitude, this deliverance. God delivers them so as stands with their desires to be delivered:
I answer, we must take it in the latitude, this deliverance. God delivers them so as Stands with their Desires to be Delivered:
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for there may cases come wherein Gods Children will not be delivered:
for there may cases come wherein God's Children will not be Delivered:
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as we see the three young men when they were cast into the fire, they would not be delivered out of the fire,
as we see the three young men when they were cast into the fire, they would not be Delivered out of the fire,
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but they were delivered in it. And so in Heb. 11. 35. there is a notable example:
but they were Delivered in it. And so in Hebrew 11. 35. there is a notable Exampl:
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Tender women, received their dead again raised to life, and others likewise were tortured, and would not except of deliverance: Tender women, received their dead again raised to life, and Others likewise were tortured, and would not except of deliverance:
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they would have none upon ill tearms. So sometimes God doth not deliver his Children, no, nor they will not be delivered,
they would have none upon ill terms. So sometime God does not deliver his Children, no, nor they will not be Delivered,
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because perhaps their deliverance is promised upon ill tearms, that they may redeeme their lives if they will by denying God and Religion: an ill bargin.
Because perhaps their deliverance is promised upon ill terms, that they may Redeem their lives if they will by denying God and Religion: an ill bargain.
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Again, I answer that howsoever God doth not deliver his from trouble, yet he delivers them in trouble,
Again, I answer that howsoever God does not deliver his from trouble, yet he delivers them in trouble,
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as in Isay 43. he promiseth to be with them and to deliver them in the fire, and in the water.
as in Saiah 43. he promises to be with them and to deliver them in the fire, and in the water.
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God did not keep the Martyrs out of the fire, but God was with them in the fire,
God did not keep the Martyrs out of the fire, but God was with them in the fire,
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and in the water, to support them by the inward fire of his Spirit, that they might not be overcome of the outward fire and flame:
and in the water, to support them by the inward fire of his Spirit, that they might not be overcome of the outward fire and flame:
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so God delivers them in trouble, though not out of trouble.
so God delivers them in trouble, though not out of trouble.
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There is, an open deliverance visible to the world, and a secret, inward invisible inward deliverance.
There is, an open deliverance visible to the world, and a secret, inward invisible inward deliverance.
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There is an open glorious deliverance, as we see in the deliverance of the three young men, and many other examples.
There is an open glorious deliverance, as we see in the deliverance of the three young men, and many other Examples.
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And there is an invisible, which is only felt of them, and of God who delivers them:
And there is an invisible, which is only felt of them, and of God who delivers them:
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he delivers them in the inward man, he delivers them from the ill of troubles, from sin and despair:
he delivers them in the inward man, he delivers them from the ill of Troubles, from since and despair:
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that they put not their hands to sinful courses, he supports them inwardly with comfort, and supports them inwardly in a course of obedience:
that they put not their hands to sinful courses, he supports them inwardly with Comfort, and supports them inwardly in a course of Obedience:
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and that spirituall, inward deliverance is the best, and that which Gods people more value then deliverance out of trouble:
and that spiritual, inward deliverance is the best, and that which God's people more valve then deliverance out of trouble:
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he doth not deliver them from fuffering ill, he delivers them from doing ill:
he does not deliver them from suffering ill, he delivers them from doing ill:
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as in that notable place 2 Tim. 4. 18. I was delivered out of the mouth of the Lyon,
as in that notable place 2 Tim. 4. 18. I was Delivered out of the Mouth of the lion,
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and the Lord shall deliver me from every evill work. and the Lord shall deliver me from every evil work.
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He doth not say, God shall deliver me from death, and from suffering evill works of Tyrants, no,
He does not say, God shall deliver me from death, and from suffering evil works of Tyrants, no,
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but he shall deliver me from carrying my self unseemly, and unbefitting such a man as I am, that I may not disgrace my profession, He shall deliver me from every evill work, and that is that which the Saints and Martyrs and all good people desire, that God would deliver them, that they may not sink in their minds, that they despair not, that they carry not themselves uncomely in troubles,
but he shall deliver me from carrying my self unseemly, and unbefitting such a man as I am, that I may not disgrace my profession, He shall deliver me from every evil work, and that is that which the Saints and Martyrs and all good people desire, that God would deliver them, that they may not sink in their minds, that they despair not, that they carry not themselves uncomely in Troubles,
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but so as is meet for the credit of the truth which they seal with their blood, he hath delivered me, and he will deliver me from every evill work;
but so as is meet for the credit of the truth which they seal with their blood, he hath Delivered me, and he will deliver me from every evil work;
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and what saith he afterwards? He shall preserve me to his Heavenly Kingdom. He doth not say he shall preserve me from death, he knew he should die;
and what Says he afterwards? He shall preserve me to his Heavenly Kingdom. He does not say he shall preserve me from death, he knew he should die;
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but he shall preserve me to his heavenly Kingdom. but he shall preserve me to his heavenly Kingdom.
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So put the case that God do not deliver from death, yet he delivers by death.
So put the case that God do not deliver from death, yet he delivers by death.
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There is a partial deliverance, and a total deliverance, there is a deliverance from this, and that trouble, and there is a deliverance from all troubles.
There is a partial deliverance, and a total deliverance, there is a deliverance from this, and that trouble, and there is a deliverance from all Troubles.
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God delivers us most when we think he delivers least: God delivers us most when we think he delivers least:
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for we think how doth he deliver his Children when we see them taken away by death, and oftimes are massacreed?
for we think how does he deliver his Children when we see them taken away by death, and Oftimes Are massacreed?
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That is one way of delivering them, God by death takes them from all miseries, they are out of the reach of their enemies;
That is one Way of delivering them, God by death Takes them from all misery's, they Are out of the reach of their enemies;
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death delivers them from all miseries of this life, both inward of sin, and outward of trouble, all are determined in death:
death delivers them from all misery's of this life, both inward of since, and outward of trouble, all Are determined in death:
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therefore God when he doth not deliver them from death, he delivers them by death, and takes them to his heavenly Kingdom.
Therefore God when he does not deliver them from death, he delivers them by death, and Takes them to his heavenly Kingdom.
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God oft-times delivers his, by not delivering them out of trouble:
God ofttimes delivers his, by not delivering them out of trouble:
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for when he sees us in danger of some sin, he delivers us into trouble to deliver us from some corruption.
for when he sees us in danger of Some since, he delivers us into trouble to deliver us from Some corruption.
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Of all evills Gods Children desire to avoid the delivering up to themselves, and to their own lusts, to their own base earthly hearts, to a dead heart:
Of all evils God's Children desire to avoid the delivering up to themselves, and to their own Lustiest, to their own base earthly hearts, to a dead heart:
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he delivers them into trouble therefore to deliver them from themselves. God will deliver us for the time to come, so that we depend upon him,
he delivers them into trouble Therefore to deliver them from themselves. God will deliver us for the time to come, so that we depend upon him,
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and humble our selves, and be like our selves. When God delivereth us, at the first it may be we are like our selves,
and humble our selves, and be like our selves. When God Delivereth us, At the First it may be we Are like our selves,
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but perhaps afterward we grow prouder, and self-confident, and will not do that we formerly did:
but perhaps afterwards we grow Prouder, and self-confident, and will not do that we formerly did:
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therefore God sometimes though he put us in hope of deliverance, yet he will not deliver us,
Therefore God sometime though he put us in hope of deliverance, yet he will not deliver us,
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because we are not prepared, we are not throughly humbled.
Because we Are not prepared, we Are not thoroughly humbled.
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As we see in Judges 20. there the Israelites were to set on the Benjamits: they go the first time, and had the foile:
As we see in Judges 20. there the Israelites were to Set on the Benjamites: they go the First time, and had the foil:
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they go the second time, and are foiled:
they go the second time, and Are foiled:
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the third time they set on them with fasting and prayer, and then they had the victory.
the third time they Set on them with fasting and prayer, and then they had the victory.
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What was the reason they had it not at the first time? they were not humbled enough, they did not flee to God, with fasting and prayer.
What was the reason they had it not At the First time? they were not humbled enough, they did not flee to God, with fasting and prayer.
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It may be there is some sin, some affection unmortified, of revenge and anger, when God hath subdued that,
It may be there is Some since, Some affection unmortified, of revenge and anger, when God hath subdued that,
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and brought it under, and brought us to fasting and prayer, then God will deliver us;
and brought it under, and brought us to fasting and prayer, then God will deliver us;
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as at the third encounter they carried away the victory.
as At the third encounter they carried away the victory.
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When we have not made our peace with God, we may come the first and second time, and not be delivered:
When we have not made our peace with God, we may come the First and second time, and not be Delivered:
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but when we are throughly humbled, and brought low, then God will deliver us.
but when we Are thoroughly humbled, and brought low, then God will deliver us.
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And then, we must know, that alway these outward promises have a reservation to Gods glory, and our eternal good;
And then, we must know, that always these outward promises have a reservation to God's glory, and our Eternal good;
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God hath delivered me, and he doth, and will deliver me, if it may stand with his glory and my good;God hath Delivered me, and he does, and will deliver me, if it may stand with his glory and my good;
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and therefore the soul saith to God (with that reserved speech of him in the Gospell) Lord, If thou wilt, thou canst heal me: and Therefore the soul Says to God (with that reserved speech of him in the Gospel) Lord, If thou wilt, thou Canst heal me:
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if thou wilt, thou canst deliver me:
if thou wilt, thou Canst deliver me:
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if it be for thy glorie and my eternall good, or for the Churches good, thou wilt do it,
if it be for thy glory and my Eternal good, or for the Churches good, thou wilt do it,
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and neither the Church nor the particular members of the Church desire deliverance upon any other termes;
and neither the Church nor the particular members of the Church desire deliverance upon any other terms;
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but when it may be for the glory of God, and for the Churches good:
but when it may be for the glory of God, and for the Churches good:
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when they may be instrumental by long life to serve God, and to serve the Church,
when they may be instrumental by long life to serve God, and to serve the Church,
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This should teach us then this holy practice, to lay up observations of Gods dealing,
This should teach us then this holy practice, to lay up observations of God's dealing,
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and when it is for their own advantage to gather further assurance of their salvation, then he hath, and doth, and will deliver still.
and when it is for their own advantage to gather further assurance of their salvation, then he hath, and does, and will deliver still.
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This is enough to build the confidence of Gods children upon, for their deliverance for the time to come.
This is enough to built the confidence of God's children upon, for their deliverance for the time to come.
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God will deliver his Church and Children, and he will deliver them out of all, he will deliver Israel out of all his troubles, he will not leave a horn or a hoof (as Moses said) he will not leave one trouble, he will deliver us at the last out of all,
God will deliver his Church and Children, and he will deliver them out of all, he will deliver Israel out of all his Troubles, he will not leave a horn or a hoof (as Moses said) he will not leave one trouble, he will deliver us At the last out of all,
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and advance us to his heavenly Kingdom. His bowels will melt over his Church and Children:
and advance us to his heavenly Kingdom. His bowels will melt over his Church and Children:
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he is a Father, and he hath the bowels of a Mother.
he is a Father, and he hath the bowels of a Mother.
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This may serve to answer all objections that will arise in our hearts, as indeed we are ready to cavil against divine truthes and comforts, especially in the time of trouble and temptation, our hearts are full of complaints,
This may serve to answer all objections that will arise in our hearts, as indeed we Are ready to cavil against divine truths and comforts, especially in the time of trouble and temptation, our hearts Are full of complaints,
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and disputes, therefore I thought good to answer this. But what is the argument of the Apostle here? Especially experience:
and disputes, Therefore I Thought good to answer this. But what is the argument of the Apostle Here? Especially experience:
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he hath delivered, he doth deliver, and he will deliver me. he hath Delivered, he does deliver, and he will deliver me.
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As God will deliver his Church for the time to come, so this is one maine argument that he will do it, experience of former favours and deliverances. As God will deliver his Church for the time to come, so this is one main argument that he will do it, experience of former favours and Deliverances.
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This Saint Paul useth familiarly, 2 Tim. 4. 18. I was delivered out of the mouth of the Lyon, This Saint Paul uses familiarly, 2 Tim. 4. 18. I was Delivered out of the Mouth of the lion,
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and the Lord shall deliver me from every evill work, and preserve me to his Heavenly Kingdom: A blessed arguing.and the Lord shall deliver me from every evil work, and preserve me to his Heavenly Kingdom: A blessed arguing.
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So David argues, God delivered me from the Bear, and the Lyon, and therefore he will deliver me from this uncircumcised Philistine.
So David argues, God Delivered me from the Bear, and the lion, and Therefore he will deliver me from this uncircumcised Philistine.
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So Jacob pleads, that God would deliver him from Esau: he had had experience of Gods mercy till then,
So Jacob pleads, that God would deliver him from Esau: he had had experience of God's mercy till then,
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and therefore he trusted that God would deliver him from Esau.
and Therefore he trusted that God would deliver him from Esau
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It is a good argument, to plead experience to move God to care for us for the time to come.
It is a good argument, to plead experience to move God to care for us for the time to come.
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It was used by the head of the Church, By the body, the Church, and by every member of the Church.
It was used by the head of the Church, By the body, the Church, and by every member of the Church.
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It was used by the head, Psalme 22. which is a Psalme made of Christ, I was cast on thee from my Mothers wombe,
It was used by the head, Psalm 22. which is a Psalm made of christ, I was cast on thee from my Mother's womb,
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therefore be not far from me. It was Tipycally true of David, and it was true of the Son of David. Therefore be not Far from me. It was Tipycally true of David, and it was true of the Son of David.
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So the Church pleads with God in diverse places, in Isay 51. 2. God calls to his people to make use of former experience:
So the Church pleads with God in diverse places, in Saiah 51. 2. God calls to his people to make use of former experience:
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Look to Abraham your Father, and to Sarah that bare you, &c. Look to former times, to the rock whence you were hewen, Look to Abraham your Father, and to Sarah that bore you, etc. Look to former times, to the rock whence you were hewn,
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and to the hole of the pit whence you were digged: he that was your God then, is your God now;and to the hold of the pit whence you were dug: he that was your God then, is your God now;
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Look to Abraham your Father, and from thence reason till now.Look to Abraham your Father, and from thence reason till now.
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So in Isay 63. 7. I will mention the loving kindnesse of the Lord, and the praise of the Lord, according to the great goodnesse of the Lord bestowed upon us.
So in Saiah 63. 7. I will mention the loving kindness of the Lord, and the praise of the Lord, according to the great Goodness of the Lord bestowed upon us.
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In all their afflictions he was afflicted, &c he speaks of former experience; In love he bare them, and carried them all the daies of old. In all their afflictions he was afflicted, etc. he speaks of former experience; In love he bore them, and carried them all the days of old.
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So in Psalme 44. Our Fathers have told us this and this.
So in Psalm 44. Our Father's have told us this and this.
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So both the head of the Church, and the Church it self plead with God from former experience,
So both the head of the Church, and the Church it self plead with God from former experience,
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and God calls them to former experience, Remember the rock whence you were hewen.
and God calls them to former experience, remember the rock whence you were hewn.
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And he upbraids them because they forgat the works done to their fathers, in Psal. 105. and diverse others, he objects to them that they did not make use of Gods former favours, Psal. 106. 12. They forgot their Saviour that had done great things in Egypt, &c. they forgate his former favours.
And he upbraids them Because they forgot the works done to their Father's, in Psalm 105. and diverse Others, he objects to them that they did not make use of God's former favours, Psalm 106. 12. They forgotten their Saviour that had done great things in Egypt, etc. they foregate his former favours.
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And in the 13. verse of that Psal. They soon forgate his works, and waited not sor his counsell.
And in the 13. verse of that Psalm They soon foregate his works, and waited not sor his counsel.
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And so it is with every particular St. of God, they have reasoned from experience of Gods favours from the time past to the time to come:
And so it is with every particular Saint of God, they have reasoned from experience of God's favours from the time passed to the time to come:
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the Psalmes are full of it, among the rest Psal. 143. 5. I remembered the daies of old,
the Psalms Are full of it, among the rest Psalm 143. 5. I remembered the days of old,
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and meditated on all thy works, I mused on the works of thy hands. and meditated on all thy works, I mused on the works of thy hands.
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And in Psalme 116. 3. The sorrowes of death (as the Apostle saith here, I was delivered from so great a Death) The sorrowes of death compassed me, the paines of Hell took hold on me.
And in Psalm 116. 3. The sorrows of death (as the Apostle Says Here, I was Delivered from so great a Death) The sorrows of death compassed me, the pains of Hell took hold on me.
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I found sorrow and trouble, I cryed unto the Lord, O Lord, I beseech thee deliver my soule:
I found sorrow and trouble, I cried unto the Lord, Oh Lord, I beseech thee deliver my soul:
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The Lord preserveth the simple, I was brought low, and he helped me. What doth he build on that? Return unto thy rest, O my soul:
The Lord Preserveth the simple, I was brought low, and he helped me. What does he built on that? Return unto thy rest, Oh my soul:
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the Lord hath dealt bountifully with thee:
the Lord hath dealt bountifully with thee:
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thou hast delivered my soul from death, mine eyes from tears, and my feet from falling. thou hast Delivered my soul from death, mine eyes from tears, and my feet from falling.
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What will he do for the time to come? I will walk before the Lord in the land of the living.
What will he do for the time to come? I will walk before the Lord in the land of the living.
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Thus we see how we may plead with God as the same Psalmist doth excellently in Psal 71. he goes along with God there from the beginning of his daies, in verse 5. Thou hast been my hope, Lord,
Thus we see how we may plead with God as the same Psalmist does excellently in Psalm 71. he Goes along with God there from the beginning of his days, in verse 5. Thou hast been my hope, Lord,
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and my trust from my youth, by thee I have been held from the wombe, thou tookest me out of my Mothers bowels, my praise shall be continually of thee. and my trust from my youth, by thee I have been held from the womb, thou tookest me out of my Mother's bowels, my praise shall be continually of thee.
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What doth he plead from this now when he was old? In verse nine, Cast me not off in the time of my old age,
What does he plead from this now when he was old? In verse nine, Cast me not off in the time of my old age,
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for sake me not when my strength faileth. for sake me not when my strength Faileth.
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Why? Thou hast been my God from my youth, thou hast held me from the wombe:
Why? Thou hast been my God from my youth, thou hast held me from the womb:
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therefore cast me not off in my old age, forsake me not when my strength faileth.
Therefore cast me not off in my old age, forsake me not when my strength Faileth.
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So he pleads with God, verse 17. Lord, thou hast taught me from my youth,
So he pleads with God, verse 17. Lord, thou hast taught me from my youth,
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now when I am old and gray-headed for sake me not, till I have shewed thy strength to this Generation,
now when I am old and Gray-headed for sake me not, till I have showed thy strength to this Generation,
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and thy power to every one that is to come. and thy power to every one that is to come.
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Thus we see how the Spirit of God in his Children makes a blessed use of former experience to reason with God for the time to come,
Thus we see how the Spirit of God in his Children makes a blessed use of former experience to reason with God for the time to come,
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and it will afford us arguments in all kinds. We may reason from former spiritual favours to spirituall favours:
and it will afford us Arguments in all Kinds. We may reason from former spiritual favours to spiritual favours:
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as for instance, God hath begun a good work in us, therefore He will finish it to the day of the Lord, Phil. 1. His gifts and graces are without repentance.
as for instance, God hath begun a good work in us, Therefore He will finish it to the day of the Lord, Philip 1. His Gifts and graces Are without Repentance.
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And we may reason from spirituall favours past to all favours to come that are of a lower nature, Rom. 8. He that spared not his own Son,
And we may reason from spiritual favours passed to all favours to come that Are of a lower nature, Rom. 8. He that spared not his own Son,
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but gave him to death for us all, how shall he not with him give us all things? It is a strong reason, he hath done the greate, rtherefor • … he may well do the lesse.but gave him to death for us all, how shall he not with him give us all things? It is a strong reason, he hath done the great, rtherefor • … he may well do the less.
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We may reason from one favour to another, thus, from temporal to temporal:
We may reason from one favour to Another, thus, from temporal to temporal:
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he hath delivered me, therefore if it be for his glory and my good, he will deliver me.
he hath Delivered me, Therefore if it be for his glory and my good, he will deliver me.
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We may reason from once to all of the like, Psal. 23. God is my shepherd, &c. He hath been with me in the valley of death;
We may reason from once to all of the like, Psalm 23. God is my shepherd, etc. He hath been with me in the valley of death;
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he hath shewed himself to be my shepherd in all my troubles:
he hath showed himself to be my shepherd in all my Troubles:
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what doth he build on that for the time to come? Doubtlesse the loving kindnesse of the Lord shall follow me all the dayes of my life.
what does he built on that for the time to come? Doubtless the loving kindness of the Lord shall follow me all the days of my life.
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and to take them as so many pawnes and pledges to move God for the time to come to regard us;
and to take them as so many pawns and pledges to move God for the time to come to regard us;
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it is wondrous pleasing to him.
it is wondrous pleasing to him.
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It is no argument to prevail if we come to men, to say, you have done this for me, therefore you will:
It is no argument to prevail if we come to men, to say, you have done this for me, Therefore you will:
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because man hath a finite power which is soon drawn dry: but God is infinite, he is a spring, he can create new:
Because man hath a finite power which is soon drawn dry: but God is infinite, he is a spring, he can create new:
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what he hath done he can do, and more too:
what he hath done he can do, and more too:
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he is where he was at the fitst, and will be to the end of the world, he is never at a losse.
he is where he was At the Fittest, and will be to the end of the world, he is never At a loss.
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Therefore it is a strong argument to go to God, and say, Lord, thou art my God from the womb, thou hast delivered me from such a danger,
Therefore it is a strong argument to go to God, and say, Lord, thou art my God from the womb, thou hast Delivered me from such a danger,
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and such an exigence, when I knew not what to do, thou madest open a way.
and such an exigence, when I knew not what to do, thou Madest open a Way.
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I see by evident signs it was thy goodnesse, thou art alway like thy self, to be the same God now.
I see by evident Signs it was thy Goodness, thou art always like thy self, to be the same God now.
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Therefore we should treasure up observations of Gods dealing with us.
Therefore we should treasure up observations of God's dealing with us.
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And consider with them the promises, and see how God hath made good his promise by experience,
And Consider with them the promises, and see how God hath made good his promise by experience,
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and then joyn both together, and we may wrastle with God:
and then join both together, and we may wrestle with God:
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Lord, thou hast promised thus and thus, nay, I have had the performance of this promise in former times.
Lord, thou hast promised thus and thus, nay, I have had the performance of this promise in former times.
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And now I stand in need of the performance of that promise which before I have had experience of.
And now I stand in need of the performance of that promise which before I have had experience of.
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And desire God by his Spirit to sanctifie our memories, that we may remember fit deliverances,
And desire God by his Spirit to sanctify our memories, that we may Remember fit Deliverances,
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& fit favours, that when the time shall come we may have arguments from experience.
& fit favours, that when the time shall come we may have Arguments from experience.
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What is the reason that we sink in temptation? That we are to seek when troubles come? It is from basenesse of Heart, that though God have manifested his Care and Love to us by thousands of experiments,
What is the reason that we sink in temptation? That we Are to seek when Troubles come? It is from baseness of Heart, that though God have manifested his Care and Love to us by thousands of experiments,
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yet we are ready upon everie new trouble to call all into question, as if he had never been a good God to us:
yet we Are ready upon every new trouble to call all into question, as if he had never been a good God to us:
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this is base in fidelity of heart, and our neglecting to treasure up blessed experiments of Gods former favour.
this is base in Fidis of heart, and our neglecting to treasure up blessed experiments of God's former favour.
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It should be the wisdom of every Christian to be well read in the story of his own life,
It should be the Wisdom of every Christian to be well read in the story of his own life,
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and to return back in his thoughts what God hath done for him, how God hath dealt with him for the time past, what he hath wrought in him by his holy Spirit.
and to return back in his thoughts what God hath done for him, how God hath dealt with him for the time past, what he hath wrought in him by his holy Spirit.
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What a comfortable thing is it when an aged man can look back to the former part of his life,
What a comfortable thing is it when an aged man can look back to the former part of his life,
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Let us make use of it both in outward, and in inward troubles, in disconsolations of spirit, and in inward desertions:
Let us make use of it both in outward, and in inward Troubles, in disconsolations of Spirit, and in inward desertions:
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let us call to mind what good soever hath been wrought in us, by such a meanes, by such an Ordinance, by such a Book, by such an occasion.
let us call to mind what good soever hath been wrought in us, by such a means, by such an Ordinance, by such a Book, by such an occasion.
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Let us call to mind how effectually God hath wrought in us in former times,
Let us call to mind how effectually God hath wrought in us in former times,
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and make use of this in the middest of the hour of darknesse when God seemes to hide his face from us.
and make use of this in the midst of the hour of darkness when God seems to hide his face from us.
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I see not the Sun in a cloudy day, yet notwithstanding the Sun is in the skie still.
I see not the Sun in a cloudy day, yet notwithstanding the Sun is in the sky still.
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At midnight we hope for the morning, the morning will undoubtedly come, though it be midnight for the present.
At midnight we hope for the morning, the morning will undoubtedly come, though it be midnight for the present.
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So David comforted himself in Psal. 77. 11. I will remember the works of the Lord,
So David comforted himself in Psalm 77. 11. I will Remember the works of the Lord,
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surely I will remember thy wonders of old, I will meditate of all thy works, and talk of thy doings, &c. See his infirmity:surely I will Remember thy wonders of old, I will meditate of all thy works, and talk of thy doings, etc. See his infirmity:
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when he was in trouble of mind, his sins began to upbraid him that God had left him:
when he was in trouble of mind, his Sins began to upbraid him that God had left him:
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I said in my infirmity, God hath forgotten me, &c. and hath God forgotten to be gracioue? hath he shut up his tender mercies in displeasure? then saith he, this was my infirmity, I said in my infirmity, God hath forgotten me, etc. and hath God forgotten to be gracioue? hath he shut up his tender Mercies in displeasure? then Says he, this was my infirmity,
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but I will remember the years of the right hand of the most high, &c. And the same he hath in many other places, as Psal. 143. 4, 5.but I will Remember the Years of the right hand of the most high, etc. And the same he hath in many other places, as Psalm 143. 4, 5.
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It argues the great weaknesse of our nature, which is ready to distrust God upon every temptation of Satan,
It argues the great weakness of our nature, which is ready to distrust God upon every temptation of Satan,
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as if God had never dealt graciously with us, as if God were changeable like our selves.
as if God had never dealt graciously with us, as if God were changeable like our selves.
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Let us labour to support our selves in the time of temptation with the former experience of Gods gracious goodnesse,
Let us labour to support our selves in the time of temptation with the former experience of God's gracious Goodness,
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and his blessed work upon our souls:
and his blessed work upon our Souls:
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he that delivered us from the power of Satan, & keeps us from him stil that we sink not into despair, he will keep us for the time to come,
he that Delivered us from the power of Satan, & keeps us from him still that we sink not into despair, he will keep us for the time to come,
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so that Neither things present, nor things to come, as the Apostle saith, shall be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ.
so that Neither things present, nor things to come, as the Apostle Says, shall be able to separate us from the love of God in christ.
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And let us as it were make diaries of Gods dealing to us: this is to be acquainted with God, as Job speakes:
And let us as it were make diaries of God's dealing to us: this is to be acquainted with God, as Job speaks:
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this is to walk with God, to observe his steps to us, and ours to him:
this is to walk with God, to observe his steps to us, and ours to him:
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it is a thing that will wondrously strengthen our faith, especially in old years, in gray hairs.
it is a thing that will wondrously strengthen our faith, especially in old Years, in grey hairs.
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and can reckon how God hath given him his life again and again? how God hath comforted him in distresse,
and can reckon how God hath given him his life again and again? how God hath comforted him in distress,
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how God hath raised him up in the middest of perplexity, when he knew not which way to turn him,
how God hath raised him up in the midst of perplexity, when he knew not which Way to turn him,
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how God comforted him when he was disconsolate? all these meeting together, in our last conflict,
how God comforted him when he was disconsolate? all these meeting together, in our last conflict,
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when all comfort will be little enough, what a comfort will it be?
when all Comfort will be little enough, what a Comfort will it be?
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And those that disfurnish themselves by their negligence, and carelesnesse of such blessed helps, what enemies are they to their own comfort?
And those that disfurnish themselves by their negligence, and carelessness of such blessed helps, what enemies Are they to their own Comfort?
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Therefore consider Gods dealing, remember it, observe it, think of it, and desire Gods Spirit to help your minds and memories herein, that nothing may be lost:
Therefore Consider God's dealing, Remember it, observe it, think of it, and desire God's Spirit to help your minds and memories herein, that nothing may be lost:
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for, I say, all will be little enough, the comfort of others, our own experience, the promises of Scripture.
for, I say, all will be little enough, the Comfort of Others, our own experience, the promises of Scripture.
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Our Hearts are so readie to sink, and to call in question Gods truth, and Satan will ply us so in the time of temptation.
Our Hearts Are so ready to sink, and to call in question God's truth, and Satan will ply us so in the time of temptation.
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Especially those that are old and grow into years, they should be rich in these experiments,
Especially those that Are old and grow into Years, they should be rich in these experiments,
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and able even to have a story of them: we should be able to make a book of experiments from our Child-hood.
and able even to have a story of them: we should be able to make a book of experiments from our Childhood.
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Gods care to every man in particular, it is as if there were none but he:
God's care to every man in particular, it is as if there were none but he:
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and there is no man that is a Christian, but he observes Gods wayes to him, that he can say, God cares for me as if he cared for none but me:
and there is no man that is a Christian, but he observes God's ways to him, that he can say, God Cares for me as if he cared for none but me:
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let us therefore treasure up experiments.
let us Therefore treasure up experiments.
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We see one notable example in David, how he pleads with God, Psalme 71. 3. from his former experience, Be thou my habitation wherein I may continually rest, thou hast given command to save me:
We see one notable Exampl in David, how he pleads with God, Psalm 71. 3. from his former experience, Be thou my habitation wherein I may continually rest, thou hast given command to save me:
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for thou art my rock and my fortresse. for thou art my rock and my fortress.
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Whatsoever is comfortable in the creature, God hath taken the name of it to himself, that in all troubles we might flie to him as the grand deliverer;
Whatsoever is comfortable in the creature, God hath taken the name of it to himself, that in all Troubles we might fly to him as the grand deliverer;
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for it is he that delivers, whatsoever the meanes be, whether it be Angells or men, it is he that sets all on work:
for it is he that delivers, whatsoever the means be, whither it be Angels or men, it is he that sets all on work:
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therefore he is called a rock, and a fortresse, &c. Thou hast given command to save me, that is, God hath the command of all creatures:
Therefore he is called a rock, and a fortress, etc. Thou hast given command to save me, that is, God hath the command of all creatures:
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he can command the fish to give up Jonas; he can command the Divels to go out, Christ did it when he was on earth in the daies of his flesh.
he can command the Fish to give up Jonah; he can command the Devils to go out, christ did it when he was on earth in the days of his Flesh.
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God doth wondrously honour concord, especially when it is concord in praising of him.
God does wondrously honour concord, especially when it is concord in praising of him.
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Therefore much more now he is in heaven, he can command winds and storms, and divells and all troubles.
Therefore much more now he is in heaven, he can command winds and storms, and Devils and all Troubles.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He hath the command of all, as he saith to Elias, Behold, I have commanded a widow to feed thee:
He hath the command of all, as he Says to Elias, Behold, I have commanded a widow to feed thee:
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The hearts of Kings are in his hand, as the rivers of waters: The hearts of Kings Are in his hand, as the Rivers of waters:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he that commands the creatures, can command deliverance, Thou hast commanded to save me, for the time past.
he that commands the creatures, can command deliverance, Thou hast commanded to save me, for the time past.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What doth he say for the time to come? Deliver me, oh God, from the wicked:
What does he say for the time to come? Deliver me, o God, from the wicked:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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thou art my hope and trust from my youth, &c. Cast me not off in mine old age,
thou art my hope and trust from my youth, etc. Cast me not off in mine old age,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when my strength faileth me for sake me not. when my strength Faileth me for sake me not.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a good argument, Thou hast been my God from my Mothers womb, therefore cast me not off in my old age.
It is a good argument, Thou hast been my God from my Mother's womb, Therefore cast me not off in my old age.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Well, we see here the practice of Gods Children in all times:
Well, we see Here the practice of God's Children in all times:
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Let it be a pattern for our imitation, that we do not forsake our own mercy, as Jonas saith.
Let it be a pattern for our imitation, that we do not forsake our own mercy, as Jonah Says.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When God hath provided mercy, and provided promises to help us with experience, let us not betray all through unbelief, through base despair in the time of trouble.
When God hath provided mercy, and provided promises to help us with experience, let us not betray all through unbelief, through base despair in the time of trouble.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If we had but onely Gods promise that he will be our God, that he will forgive our sins, were not that enough? Is it not the promise of God, of Jehovah, that is truth it self? but when he hath sweetned his promise by experience,
If we had but only God's promise that he will be our God, that he will forgive our Sins, were not that enough? Is it not the promise of God, of Jehovah, that is truth it self? but when he hath sweetened his promise by experience,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and every experience is a pledge and an earnest of a benefit to come, what a good God have we, that is content, not onely to reserve the joyes of heaven for us,
and every experience is a pledge and an earnest of a benefit to come, what a good God have we, that is content, not only to reserve the Joys of heaven for us,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but to give us a taste, to give us the assurance and earnest of the time to come,
but to give us a taste, to give us the assurance and earnest of the time to come,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and besides his promise to give us comfortable experience, and all to support our weak faith?
and beside his promise to give us comfortable experience, and all to support our weak faith?
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But remember withal, that this belongs onely to Gods Children, and in a good cause:
But Remember withal, that this belongs only to God's Children, and in a good cause:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for wicked men to reason thus, He hath, and therefore he will, it is a dangerous argument, they must not trust former experience.
for wicked men to reason thus, He hath, and Therefore he will, it is a dangerous argument, they must not trust former experience.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We must hope that God will continue as he hath been, upon this ground that we are his;
We must hope that God will continue as he hath been, upon this ground that we Are his;
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Or else the ground of the ruine of wicked men is presumption that God will bear with them as he hath done.
Or Else the ground of the ruin of wicked men is presumption that God will bear with them as he hath done.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The King of Sodom, and his People were rescued out of trouble by Abraham, and the army that he raised:The King of Sodom, and his People were rescued out of trouble by Abraham, and the army that he raised:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet they were pittifully consumed not long after by fire from Heaven.
yet they were pitifully consumed not long After by fire from Heaven.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Pharaoh was delivered by Moses prayer, God delivered him from ten plagues, they made not a good use of it,Pharaoh was Delivered by Moses prayer, God Delivered him from ten plagues, they made not a good use of it,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and they perished after miserably in the Red-sea.
and they perished After miserably in the Red sea.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Rabshakeh comes and tells of the former prosperitie of Sennacherib, Where are the gods of Hamath, and Arpad, &c. Hath not my Lord overcome all? I but it was immediately before his reign.Rabshakeh comes and tells of the former Prosperity of Sennacherib, Where Are the God's of Hamath, and Arpad, etc. Hath not my Lord overcome all? I but it was immediately before his Reign.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Herod, he prospered, and had good successe in the beheading of James, and therefore he would set upon Peter; he thought to trust to his former successe, he was flushed in the execution of James, he thought God hath given me successe, and blessed me in this.Herod, he prospered, and had good success in the beheading of James, and Therefore he would Set upon Peter; he Thought to trust to his former success, he was flushed in the execution of James, he Thought God hath given me success, and blessed me in this.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He thought God was of his mind, as it is Psalm 50. Thou thinkest me to be like thy self, thou thinkest I hate those that thou hatest, that are my dear Children:
He Thought God was of his mind, as it is Psalm 50. Thou Thinkest me to be like thy self, thou Thinkest I hate those that thou Hatest, that Are my dear Children:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore Herod presumed to go on and lay hold on Peter: but the Church falls a praying and God smites Herod with a fearful death, he was eaten up with lice, with worms bred in his body.
Therefore Herod presumed to go on and lay hold on Peter: but the Church falls a praying and God smites Herod with a fearful death, he was eaten up with lice, with worms bred in his body.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So I say, it is no good argument to say, I have prospered in wicked courses, I do prosper, and therefore I shall prosper.
So I say, it is no good argument to say, I have prospered in wicked courses, I do prosper, and Therefore I shall prosper.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I have gotten a great deal of goods by ill means, and I have kept such ill company,
I have got a great deal of goods by ill means, and I have kept such ill company,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and though some mislike my courses:
and though Some mislike my courses:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet I hope to morrow shall be as to day, &c. Take heed, blesse not thy self, Gods wrath will smoak against such;
yet I hope to morrow shall be as to day, etc. Take heed, bless not thy self, God's wrath will smoke against such;
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Treasure not up wrath unto thy self against the day of wrath; argue not so upon Gods patience.Treasure not up wrath unto thy self against the day of wrath; argue not so upon God's patience.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is an argument for Gods Children, he hath been my God, he is my God,
It is an argument for God's Children, he hath been my God, he is my God,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and he will be my God, it is a Sophisme else for others, and as the Prophet Amos saith, He that hath escaped the Lyon, shall fall into the hands of the Bear, so the wicked that escape one danger shall fall into another at length;
and he will be my God, it is a Sophism Else for Others, and as the Prophet Amos Says, He that hath escaped the lion, shall fallen into the hands of the Bear, so the wicked that escape one danger shall fallen into Another At length;
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is no good argument for them to hope for the like of that they have had.
it is no good argument for them to hope for the like of that they have had.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Nay, rather it is the worst outward sign in this world of a man in the state of reprobation, of a man hated of God, to prosper and have security in ill courses;
Nay, rather it is the worst outward Signen in this world of a man in the state of reprobation, of a man hated of God, to prosper and have security in ill courses;
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God blesseth him, and lets him go on in smooth courses, as the streames of Jordan go on smooth and still,
God Blesses him, and lets him go on in smooth courses, as the streams of Jordan go on smooth and still,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then enter into the dead sea:
and then enter into the dead sea:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so many men live and go on in smooth, easy courses, and we see at length they either end in despair,
so many men live and go on in smooth, easy courses, and we see At length they either end in despair,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as Judas, or in deadnesse of heart, as Nabal. So that of all estates it is the most miserable,
as Judas, or in deadness of heart, as Nabal. So that of all estates it is the most miserable,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when a man lives in a naughtie course, and God interrupts him not in his course with some outward judgment.
when a man lives in a naughty course, and God interrupts him not in his course with Some outward judgement.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a reason onely for the Children of God to support;
It is a reason only for the Children of God to support;
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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themselves with in a good cause wherein they walk with a good conscience then they may say truly, God that hath been my God till now, will be my God to the end of my dayes.
themselves with in a good cause wherein they walk with a good conscience then they may say truly, God that hath been my God till now, will be my God to the end of my days.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Is God so constant to his Children in his love, and in his fatherly care & providence, that whom he hath delivered he doth deliver and will deliver, let us be constant in our service and love back again, let us return the echo back again,
Is God so constant to his Children in his love, and in his fatherly care & providence, that whom he hath Delivered he does deliver and will deliver, let us be constant in our service and love back again, let us return the echo back again,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and say, I have served God, I do serve God, and I will serve God, because he hath loved me, he doth love me, and he will love me:
and say, I have served God, I do serve God, and I will serve God, Because he hath loved me, he does love me, and he will love me:
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he hath delivered me, he doth deliver me, and he will deliver me:
he hath Delivered me, he does deliver me, and he will deliver me:
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as he is constant in love to me, so will I be constant in respect, in reverence and obedience to him.
as he is constant in love to me, so will I be constant in respect, in Reverence and Obedience to him.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore we see the Saints of God, as God loves them from everlasting to everlasting, being Jehovah: as he never alters in his nature,
Therefore we see the Saints of God, as God loves them from everlasting to everlasting, being Jehovah: as he never alters in his nature,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so not in his love to them, so they never alter in their love to him:
so not in his love to them, so they never altar in their love to him:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore it is a clause in Scripture expressed by holy men, To whom be praise for ever;
Therefore it is a clause in Scripture expressed by holy men, To whom be praise for ever;
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as they knew that he was their God for ever and for ever, so they purposed to be his people and to praise him for ever and for ever.
as they knew that he was their God for ever and for ever, so they purposed to be his people and to praise him for ever and for ever.
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And because they cannot live here alway themselves, they desire that there may be a Generation to praise him for ever and for ever,
And Because they cannot live Here always themselves, they desire that there may be a Generation to praise him for ever and for ever,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and they lay a plot and ground so much as they can, that Gods Name may be known, that Religion may be propagated for ever:
and they lay a plot and ground so much as they can, that God's Name may be known, that Religion may be propagated for ever:
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They know God is their God for ever, they know he is constant in love to them,
They know God is their God for ever, they know he is constant in love to them,
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and they are constant in their love to him, and for his glory: To whom be glory for ever.
and they Are constant in their love to him, and for his glory: To whom be glory for ever.
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See here the happinesse of a true Christian that is in Covenant with God;
See Here the happiness of a true Christian that is in Covenant with God;
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he can say, I have had my happinesse, and my portion, I have it, and I shall have it for ever.
he can say, I have had my happiness, and my portion, I have it, and I shall have it for ever.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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why should he be dismayed with any thing in the world? why should he not serve God with all the encouragement that may be,
why should he be dismayed with any thing in the world? why should he not serve God with all the encouragement that may be,
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Take a worldling, can he say so? he cannot, (God will confound his insolence if he should say so,) I have been rich, I have prospered in my course, I have attained to this and that means, I yet thrive and I shall thrive:
Take a worldling, can he say so? he cannot, (God will confound his insolence if he should say so,) I have been rich, I have prospered in my course, I have attained to this and that means, I yet thrive and I shall thrive:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I, is it so? No, thou buildest upon the sands, howsoever God hath done, and howsoever he doth, thou canst not secure thy self for the time to come.
I, is it so? No, thou buildest upon the sands, howsoever God hath done, and howsoever he does, thou Canst not secure thy self for the time to come.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Onely the Christian that makes God his rock, and his fortress, his shield and strong tower of defence, he may say he hath had that which is certain, he enjoyes that which is immutable,
Only the Christian that makes God his rock, and his fortress, his shield and strong tower of defence, he may say he hath had that which is certain, he enjoys that which is immutable,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and constant, God is his portion, his eternal portion, he hath been good, he is good,
and constant, God is his portion, his Eternal portion, he hath been good, he is good,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and he will be good to eternity; no man else that hath a severed happinesse out of God can say so.
and he will be good to eternity; no man Else that hath a severed happiness out of God can say so.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A sound Christian, take him in all references of time, he is a happy man:
A found Christian, take him in all references of time, he is a happy man:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if he look back, God hath delivered him from Satan, from hell, and damnation, and many dangers.
if he look back, God hath Delivered him from Satan, from hell, and damnation, and many dangers.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If he look to the present, he is compassed about with a guard of Angels, and with the providence of God, God doth deliver him;
If he look to the present, he is compassed about with a guard of Angels, and with the providence of God, God does deliver him;
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he hath a guard about him that cannot be seen but with the eye of faith.
he hath a guard about him that cannot be seen but with the eye of faith.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Divel sees it well enough, as we see in Job, Thou hast hedged him about, how can I come to him? He looked about to see if he could come into Job, to see if the hedg had any breach, but there was none:
The devil sees it well enough, as we see in Job, Thou hast hedged him about, how can I come to him? He looked about to see if he could come into Job, to see if the hedge had any breach, but there was none:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Gods providence compassed him about, God hath and doth deliver.
God's providence compassed him about, God hath and does deliver.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And if he look to the time to come, he will deliver, he seeth that neither things present, nor things to come shall be able to separate him from the love of God.
And if he look to the time to come, he will deliver, he sees that neither things present, nor things to come shall be able to separate him from the love of God.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And this is not onely true of outward dangers, but especially in spiritual, God hath been gracious;
And this is not only true of outward dangers, but especially in spiritual, God hath been gracious;
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he hath given Christ, How shall he not with him give us all things? A Christian is in the favour of God now,
he hath given christ, How shall he not with him give us all things? A Christian is in the favour of God now,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how shall he not be so for ever? He hath eternity world without end to comfort himself in that God as long as he is God, he hath comfort:
how shall he not be so for ever? He hath eternity world without end to Comfort himself in that God as long as he is God, he hath Comfort:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as long as he hath a soul, so long Jehovah, the living God will be his God, both of his body and soul:
as long as he hath a soul, so long Jehovah, the living God will be his God, both of his body and soul:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is the God of Abraham, therefore he will raise his body:
he is the God of Abraham, Therefore he will raise his body:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is the God that raiseth the dead, and he will for ever glorifie both body and soul in heaven.he is the God that Raiseth the dead, and he will for ever Glorify both body and soul in heaven.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Look which way he will, a Christian hath cause of much comfort:
Look which Way he will, a Christian hath cause of much Comfort:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when he hath nothing to care for but to serve him? As for matter of deliverance and protection, it belongs not to us, but to him:
when he hath nothing to care for but to serve him? As for matter of deliverance and protection, it belongs not to us, but to him:
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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let us do that that belongs to us, and he will do that belongs to him,
let us do that that belongs to us, and he will do that belongs to him,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we commit our soules to him as to a faithful Creator in weldoing, he hath delivered us, he doth deliver us,
if we commit our Souls to him as to a faithful Creator in welldoing, he hath Delivered us, he does deliver us,
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and he will deliver us, and preserve us to his heavenly Kingdom. and he will deliver us, and preserve us to his heavenly Kingdom.
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(11) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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VERS. 11. You also helping together by prayer for us.
VERS. 11. You also helping together by prayer for us.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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IN these words the holy Apostle sets down the subordinate means that God hath sanctified to continue deliverance to his children:
IN these words the holy Apostle sets down the subordinate means that God hath sanctified to continue deliverance to his children:
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1071
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He hath delivered, he doth deliver, and he will deliver us for the time to come. He hath Delivered, he does deliver, and he will deliver us for the time to come.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Was this confidence of St, Paul a presumption without the use of means? he will deliver us, you also helping together by prayer for us.
Was this confidence of Saint, Paul a presumption without the use of means? he will deliver us, you also helping together by prayer for us.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The chief cause doth not take away the subordinate, but doth establish it.
The chief cause does not take away the subordinate, but does establish it.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And though God be the great deliverer, and salvation belong to the Lord (as the Scripture speaks,) salvation and deliverance it is his work,
And though God be the great deliverer, and salvation belong to the Lord (as the Scripture speaks,) salvation and deliverance it is his work,
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet notwithstanding he hath (not for defect of power, but) for the multiplication and manifestation of his goodnesse, ordained the subordinate means of deliverance:
yet notwithstanding he hath (not for defect of power, but) for the multiplication and manifestation of his Goodness, ordained the subordinate means of deliverance:
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and as he will deliver, so he will deliver in his own manner, and by his own means:
and as he will deliver, so he will deliver in his own manner, and by his own means:
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He will deliver, but yet notwithstanding you must pray, you also helping together by prayer for us.
He will deliver, but yet notwithstanding you must pray, you also helping together by prayer for us.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The words have no difficulty in them [ you helping together ] that is, you together joyning in prayer with me:
The words have no difficulty in them [ you helping together ] that is, you together joining in prayer with me:
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I pray for my self, and you together helping me by prayer, God will deliver me.
I pray for my self, and you together helping me by prayer, God will deliver me.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The points considerable in the words are these.
The points considerable in the words Are these.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First of all, that in the time of peril, or in the want of any benefit, the means to be delivered from the one,
First of all, that in the time of peril, or in the want of any benefit, the means to be Delivered from the one,
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to convey the other, it is prayer; God will do this, you praying. The second is this, that Gods children can pray for themselves.
and to convey the other, it is prayer; God will do this, you praying. The second is this, that God's children can pray for themselves.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The third is, that notwithstanding, though they can pray for themselves, yet they require the joynt help of others,
The third is, that notwithstanding, though they can pray for themselves, yet they require the joint help of Others,
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and they need the help of others.
and they need the help of Others.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The fourth is, that our own prayers, and the prayers of others joyning all together, is a mighty prevailing means,
The fourth is, that our own Prayers, and the Prayers of Others joining all together, is a mighty prevailing means,
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and he may grant it if he will.
and he may grant it if he will.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the conveying of all good, and for the removing of any ill; God will deliver me, you helping by your prayers.
for the conveying of all good, and for the removing of any ill; God will deliver me, you helping by your Prayers.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Prayer is a means to convey all good, and to deliver from all ill.
Prayer is a means to convey all good, and to deliver from all ill.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Because God hath stablished this order, Call upon me in the day of trouble, and I will deliver thee, Psal. 50. he joyns deliverance to calling upon him.
Because God hath established this order, Call upon me in the day of trouble, and I will deliver thee, Psalm 50. he joins deliverance to calling upon him.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So in Psal. 91. 15. a notable place besides others: So in Psalm 91. 15. a notable place beside Others:
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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indeed the Psalmes are wonderous full in this kind, He shall call upon me, and I will answer him, I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him, and honour him:
indeed the Psalms Are wondrous full in this kind, He shall call upon me, and I will answer him, I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him, and honour him:
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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mark it, He shall call upon me, and I will deliver him:
mark it, He shall call upon me, and I will deliver him:
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and more then so, (for Gods benefits are complete) he doth not onely deliver,
and more then so, (for God's benefits Are complete) he does not only deliver,
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but he honours, I will deliver him, and advance him.
but he honours, I will deliver him, and advance him.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God doth not onely deliver his Children by prayer, but he delivers them from evil works,
God does not only deliver his Children by prayer, but he delivers them from evil works,
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and preserves them to his heavenly Kingdom: he delivers them, and advanceth them together:and preserves them to his heavenly Kingdom: he delivers them, and Advanceth them together:
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he doth not do his work by halves, Psal. 34. The eyes of the Lord are over the righteous,
he does not do his work by halves, Psalm 34. The eyes of the Lord Are over the righteous,
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and his ears are open to their cry: his eyes are upon them to see their miseries and wants:and his ears Are open to their cry: his eyes Are upon them to see their misery's and Wants:
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I, but though his eyes be open, his ears must be open too, to hear their cry;
I, but though his eyes be open, his ears must be open too, to hear their cry;
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if his eyes were open to see their wants, if his ears be not open to hear their cry, his children might be miserable still.
if his eyes were open to see their Wants, if his ears be not open to hear their cry, his children might be miserable still.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Sometimes God delivers wicked men, he preserves them:
Sometime God delivers wicked men, he preserves them:
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but the preservation of a wicked man is but a reservation of him for future judgment, to feed him for the slaughter;
but the preservation of a wicked man is but a reservation of him for future judgement, to feed him for the slaughter;
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that deliverance is not worth the speaking of.
and that deliverance is not worth the speaking of.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But for his children, his eyes are open on them, and his ears to hear their cry:
But for his children, his eyes Are open on them, and his ears to hear their cry:
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as they be in misery that he sees them, so they must cry that he may hear them.
as they be in misery that he sees them, so they must cry that he may hear them.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God hath stablished this order, he will deliver, but prayer is the means.
God hath established this order, he will deliver, but prayer is the means.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now the reason that he hath established this order, It is for his Glory, our own good.
Now the reason that he hath established this order, It is for his Glory, our own good.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is for his own glory: because prayer gives him the glory of all his attributes:
It is for his own glory: Because prayer gives him the glory of all his attributes:
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for when we go to him, do we not give him the glory of his omniscience, that he knowes our hearts,
for when we go to him, do we not give him the glory of his omniscience, that he knows our hearts,
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and knowes our wants? Do we not give him the glory of his omnipotence, that he can help us? Do we not give him the glory of his omnipresence, that he is every where? do we not give him the glory of his truth, that he will make good his promise which we alledge to him,
and knows our Wants? Do we not give him the glory of his omnipotence, that he can help us? Do we not give him the glory of his omnipresence, that he is every where? do we not give him the glory of his truth, that he will make good his promise which we allege to him,
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and presse him with? what a world of glory hath God by prayer?
and press him with? what a world of glory hath God by prayer?
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And then for our sakes he hath established this order to convey all by prayer, to shew our dependance on him:
And then for our sakes he hath established this order to convey all by prayer, to show our dependence on him:
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for we being in such a low distance under God, it is good that we should know from whom we have all;
for we being in such a low distance under God, it is good that we should know from whom we have all;
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therefore he will have us to pray to him, he commands it.
Therefore he will have us to pray to him, he commands it.
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Prayer is an act of self-denial, it makes us to look out of our selves higher:
Prayer is an act of self-denial, it makes us to look out of our selves higher:
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Prayer acknowledgeth that we have that which we have not of our selves, but from him:
Prayer acknowledgeth that we have that which we have not of our selves, but from him:
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Prayer argueth a necessary dependance upon him to whom we pray; for if we had it at home, we would not go abroad.
Prayer argue a necessary dependence upon him to whom we pray; for if we had it At home, we would not go abroad.
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And then again it doth us good, because as it gives God all the glory, so likewise it exerciseth all the graces in a man:
And then again it does us good, Because as it gives God all the glory, so likewise it Exerciseth all the graces in a man:
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There is not a grace, but it is put into the fire, it is quickned and kindled by prayer.
There is not a grace, but it is put into the fire, it is quickened and kindled by prayer.
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For it sets faith on work to believe the promise: it sets hope on work to expect the things prayed for:
For it sets faith on work to believe the promise: it sets hope on work to expect the things prayed for:
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it sets love on work, because we pray for others that are members of the Church:
it sets love on work, Because we pray for Others that Are members of the Church:
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it sets obedience on work, because we do it with respect to Gods command:
it sets Obedience on work, Because we do it with respect to God's command:
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prayer sets humility on work, we prostrate our selves before God, and acknowledge that there is no goodnesse or desert in us:
prayer sets humility on work, we prostrate our selves before God, and acknowledge that there is no Goodness or desert in us:
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there is not a grace in the heart but it is exercised in prayer.
there is not a grace in the heart but it is exercised in prayer.
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The Divel knowes it well enough, and therefore of all exercises he labours to hinder the exercise of prayer:
The devil knows it well enough, and Therefore of all exercises he labours to hinder the exercise of prayer:
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for he thinkes then we fetch help against him, and indeed so we do:
for he thinks then we fetch help against him, and indeed so we do:
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for in one prayer God is honoured, the Church is benefited, grace is exercised, the Divel is vanquished:
for in one prayer God is honoured, the Church is benefited, grace is exercised, the devil is vanquished:
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what a world of good is by prayer? So that God hath established this order upon great reasons fetched from our own comfort and good, and from his glory.
what a world of good is by prayer? So that God hath established this order upon great Reasons fetched from our own Comfort and good, and from his glory.
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Since God hath established this order, away with idle suggestions partly carnal, and partly divellish:
Since God hath established this order, away with idle suggestions partly carnal, and partly devilish:
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God knowes what we want, and God knew before all time what we have need of,
God knows what we want, and God knew before all time what we have need of,
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I but that God that decreed, at the same time that he decreed to convey good, at the same time he decreed to convey it this way by prayer:
I but that God that decreed, At the same time that he decreed to convey good, At the same time he decreed to convey it this Way by prayer:
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therefore let us not disjoyn that which God hath joyned: Christ knew that God decreed all, and yet he spent whole nights in prayer;
Therefore let us not disjoin that which God hath joined: christ knew that God decreed all, and yet he spent Whole nights in prayer;
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and who knew Gods love more then he? Yet because as he was man he was a creature, because as he was man he received good from his Father, to shew his dependance he continually prayed, he sanctified every thing by prayer:
and who knew God's love more then he? Yet Because as he was man he was a creature, Because as he was man he received good from his Father, to show his dependence he continually prayed, he sanctified every thing by prayer:
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And all holy men of God from the beginning, the more certain they were of any thing by promise, the more eager,
And all holy men of God from the beginning, the more certain they were of any thing by promise, the more eager,
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and earnest, and fervent they were in prayer: it was a ground of prayer, they knew that this was Gods order:
and earnest, and fervent they were in prayer: it was a ground of prayer, they knew that this was God's order:
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therefore if they had a promise, they turned it into prayer presently.
Therefore if they had a promise, they turned it into prayer presently.
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The means of the execution of Gods decree, and the decree it self of the thing, they fall under the same decree;
The means of the execution of God's Decree, and the Decree it self of the thing, they fallen under the same Decree;
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when God hath decreed to do any thing, he hath decreed to do it by these means;
when God hath decreed to do any thing, he hath decreed to do it by these means;
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so prayer comes as well within the decree, as the thing prayed for.
so prayer comes as well within the Decree, as the thing prayed for.
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In Ezek. 36. I will do this, but I will be inquired of by the house of Judah;
In Ezekiel 36. I will do this, but I will be inquired of by the house of Judah;
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I will do it, but they shall aske me, they shall seek to me first.
I will do it, but they shall ask me, they shall seek to me First.
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So there is a notable place, Phil. 1. 19. I know that this shall turn to my salvation through your prayers.
So there is a notable place, Philip 1. 19. I know that this shall turn to my salvation through your Prayers.
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We must not then so reason as to make the chief cause to take away the subordinate means;
We must not then so reason as to make the chief cause to take away the subordinate means;
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but let us serve Gods purpose and providence; let us serve Gods order: he hath stablished this order and course, let us serve it;
but let us serve God's purpose and providence; let us serve God's order: he hath established this order and course, let us serve it;
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this is the obedience of faith, the obedience of a Christian. The second thing is, that
this is the Obedience of faith, the Obedience of a Christian. The second thing is, that
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Gods childrn are inabled to pray for themselves, I observe this the rather, because the vilest men that live when they are in trouble,God's children Are enabled to pray for themselves, I observe this the rather, Because the Vilest men that live when they Are in trouble,
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as Pharaoh, O go to Moses, let him pray for me:
as Pharaoh, Oh go to Moses, let him pray for me:
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he could not pray for himself, he was such a desperate wretched creature, he knew that God would not regard him,
he could not pray for himself, he was such a desperate wretched creature, he knew that God would not regard him,
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therefore he saith, Go to Moses. And so Simon Magus who was a wretch, yet when Peter denounced a judgment against him, Pray thou, that none of these things light upon me;
Therefore he Says, Go to Moses. And so Simon Magus who was a wretch, yet when Peter denounced a judgement against him, Pray thou, that none of these things Light upon me;
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you are accepted of God, my conscience is so full of terrour and horrour, and so full of sin, that I dare not pray.
you Are accepted of God, my conscience is so full of terror and horror, and so full of since, that I Dare not pray.
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A wicked man may desire others to pray for him, but alas, his conscience is surprized with horrour for his sins,
A wicked man may desire Others to pray for him, but alas, his conscience is surprised with horror for his Sins,
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and his purposes are so cruel, so earthly, and so base, that he knowes he cannot pray with acceptance for himself.
and his Purposes Are so cruel, so earthly, and so base, that he knows he cannot pray with acceptance for himself.
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Gods Children as they desire the prayers of others, so they can pray themselves;
God's Children as they desire the Prayers of Others, so they can pray themselves;
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they do not desire that others should do all, but that they would help together with their prayers.
they do not desire that Others should do all, but that they would help together with their Prayers.
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Now the reason of this, that Gods Children can pray for themselves, and must pray for themselves, it is because they are children,
Now the reason of this, that God's Children can pray for themselves, and must pray for themselves, it is Because they Are children,
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and as soon as ever they are new born, they are known by their voyce, by crying.
and as soon as ever they Are new born, they Are known by their voice, by crying.
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A Child as soon as he is born he cryes:
A Child as soon as he is born he cries:
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a new born Child cryes as soon as he is new born, he cryes, Abba, Father: he goes to his Father presently.
a new born Child cries as soon as he is new born, he cries, Abba, Father: he Goes to his Father presently.
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In Act. 9. as soon as Paul was converted, he cryes, he goes to God by prayer:
In Act. 9. as soon as Paul was converted, he cries, he Goes to God by prayer:
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therefore God when he directs Ananias to him, saith he, Go to such a place, and there thou shalt find Paul, he is praying:
Therefore God when he directs Ananias to him, Says he, Go to such a place, and there thou shalt find Paul, he is praying:
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as soon as he is converted he is praying. Gods children have the Spirit of Adoption, the Spirit of sons, God is their Father,
as soon as he is converted he is praying. God's children have the Spirit of Adoption, the Spirit of Sons, God is their Father,
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and they exercise the prerogative, and priviledge they have, they go to their Father, & cry to him.
and they exercise the prerogative, and privilege they have, they go to their Father, & cry to him.
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In Zech. 12. you have there a promise, that God would pour the spirit of supplication upon his children, they cannot pray of themselves,
In Zechariah 12. you have there a promise, that God would pour the Spirit of supplication upon his children, they cannot pray of themselves,
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but God poures a Spirit of supplication into their hearts;
but God pours a Spirit of supplication into their hearts;
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and his Spirit being poured into them, they can pour forth their prayers to him again.
and his Spirit being poured into them, they can pour forth their Prayers to him again.
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The use of this is, not to content our selves to turn over this duty of prayer to the Minister,
The use of this is, not to content our selves to turn over this duty of prayer to the Minister,
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and to good people, O pray you for us: I, we do so, but pray for thy self.
and to good people, Oh pray you for us: I, we do so, but pray for thy self.
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If thou wilt have another mans prayers do thee good, thou must help with thy own prayers, be good thy self.
If thou wilt have Another men Prayers do thee good, thou must help with thy own Prayers, be good thy self.
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Men turn it off with slight phrases, and speeches, You must pray for us, &c.
Men turn it off with slight phrases, and Speeches, You must pray for us, etc.
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Alas, what will our prayes do thee good, if thou be a gracelesse, blasphemous, carnal, brutish person,
Alas, what will our prays do thee good, if thou be a graceless, blasphemous, carnal, brutish person,
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if thy conscience tell thee by the light of nature (for the Word of God it may be thou doest not care for) that thou art so, what can our prayers do thee good? If thou mean to be so:
if thy conscience tell thee by the Light of nature (for the Word of God it may be thou dost not care for) that thou art so, what can our Prayers do thee good? If thou mean to be so:
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Though Noah, Daniel and Job, (saith God) should stand before me for this people, I would regard them for themselves, I would not hear them for this people.
Though Noah, daniel and Job, (Says God) should stand before me for this people, I would regard them for themselves, I would not hear them for this people.
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Let us be able and willing to help our selves, and then we shall pray to some purpose.
Let us be able and willing to help our selves, and then we shall pray to Some purpose.
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God loves to hear the cries of his Children;
God loves to hear the cries of his Children;
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the very broken cries of a Child are more pleasing then the eloquent speech of a Servant.
the very broken cries of a Child Are more pleasing then the eloquent speech of a Servant.
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Sometimes the Children of God have not the Spirit of prayer as at other times;
Sometime the Children of God have not the Spirit of prayer as At other times;
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and then they must do as Ezechias did, they must mourn as a Dove, and chatter as a Swallow:
and then they must do as Hezekiah did, they must mourn as a Dove, and chatter as a Swallow:
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and as Moses at the Red-sea, he cried, and the Lord heard his prayer, though he spake never a word:
and as Moses At the Red sea, he cried, and the Lord herd his prayer, though he spoke never a word:
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so in Romans 8. The Spirit teacheth us to sigh and groane.
so in Romans 8. The Spirit Teaches us to sighs and groan.
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When we cannot pray, we must strive with our selves against unbelief, and deadnesse of heart, by all meanes possible.
When we cannot pray, we must strive with our selves against unbelief, and deadness of heart, by all means possible.
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Sighs and groans are prayers to God, My groanes and my sighs are not hid from thee, saith the Prophet David. And so in Lament. 3. 56. The Church being in distresse, saith she, Thou hast heard my voice, hide not thine ear at my breathing.
Sighs and groans Are Prayers to God, My groans and my sighs Are not hid from thee, Says the Prophet David. And so in Lament. 3. 56. The Church being in distress, Says she, Thou hast herd my voice, hide not thine ear At my breathing.
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Sometime the Children of God can onely sigh, and breath, and groane to God;
Sometime the Children of God can only sighs, and breath, and groan to God;
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for there is such a confusion in their thoughts, they are so amazed at their troubles, they are so surprized that they cannot utter a distinct prayer,
for there is such a confusion in their thoughts, they Are so amazed At their Troubles, they Are so surprised that they cannot utter a distinct prayer,
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and then they sigh, and breath, and groane, they help themselves one way or other. If thou be a Child of God, though thou be opprest with grief, yet cry,
and then they sighs, and breath, and groan, they help themselves one Way or other. If thou be a Child of God, though thou be oppressed with grief, yet cry,
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and groan to God, strive against thy grief all thou canst:
and groan to God, strive against thy grief all thou Canst:
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and though thou canst not crie distinctly, yet mourn as well as thou canst, and God knowes the groanes of his own Spirit,
and though thou Canst not cry distinctly, yet mourn as well as thou Canst, and God knows the groans of his own Spirit,
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and those cries are eloquent in his eares, they pierce Heaven.
and those cries Are eloquent in his ears, they pierce Heaven.
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But this being but supposed as a ground, The third Observation is, As God conveys all blessings by prayer,
But this being but supposed as a ground, The third Observation is, As God conveys all blessings by prayer,
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And Gods Children have a Spirit of prayer:
And God's Children have a Spirit of prayer:
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So Gods Children desire the prayers of others, and it is the duty of others to pray for them.
So God's Children desire the Prayers of Others, and it is the duty of Others to pray for them.
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You also helping by your prayer for us. Christians ought to help one another by prayer.You also helping by your prayer for us. Christians ought to help one Another by prayer.
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The holy and Blessed Apostle was sure of Gods love to him, and of his care of him;
The holy and Blessed Apostle was sure of God's love to him, and of his care of him;
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yet notwithstanding he was as sure that God would use both the prayers of himself and others to continue this his goodnesse to him,
yet notwithstanding he was as sure that God would use both the Prayers of himself and Others to continue this his Goodness to him,
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and therefore the greater faith, the greater care of prayer;
and Therefore the greater faith, the greater care of prayer;
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and where there is no care of prayer either of our own or of others for us, there is no faith at all.
and where there is no care of prayer either of our own or of Others for us, there is no faith At all.
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There is an article of our faith which I think is little believed, thought it be said over-much,
There is an article of our faith which I think is little believed, Thought it be said overmuch,
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and heard often, yet it is little practised, I believe the communion of Saints.
and herd often, yet it is little practised, I believe the communion of Saints.
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Is there a Communion of Saints? wherein doth this Communion stand? among many other things in this, that one St. prayes for another.
Is there a Communion of Saints? wherein does this Communion stand? among many other things in this, that one Saint prays for Another.
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This is one branch of the Communion of Saints, as they communicate in priviledges:
This is one branch of the Communion of Saints, as they communicate in privileges:
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for they are all the sons of God, they are all heirs of heaven, they are all members of Christ, they are all redeemed by the blood of Christ;
for they Are all the Sons of God, they Are all Heirs of heaven, they Are all members of christ, they Are all redeemed by the blood of christ;
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and so all other priviledge• belong to all alike:
and so all other priviledge• belong to all alike:
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as there is a communion in priviledges, so there is a communion in duties one to another, one prayes for another, there is a mutuall entercourse of duty:
as there is a communion in privileges, so there is a communion in duties one to Another, one prays for Another, there is a mutual intercourse of duty:
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and those that truly believe the communion of Saints, do truly practise the duties belonging to that blessed society, that is, they one pray for another. I meane here on earth:
and those that truly believe the communion of Saints, do truly practise the duties belonging to that blessed society, that is, they one pray for Another. I mean Here on earth:
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here we have a command, here we have a promise, here we have mutuall necessities, I have need of them,
Here we have a command, Here we have a promise, Here we have mutual necessities, I have need of them,
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and they have need of me, we have need one of another. In heaven there is no such necessity;
and they have need of me, we have need one of Another. In heaven there is no such necessity;
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yet there may be (as Divines grant) a generall wish for the Church; because the Saints want their bodies, and because they want the accomplishment of the elect.
yet there may be (as Divines grant) a general wish for the Church; Because the Saints want their bodies, and Because they want the accomplishment of the elect.
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Where there is want of happinesse, there will be a generall desire that God would accomplish these daies of sin;
Where there is want of happiness, there will be a general desire that God would accomplish these days of since;
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but for any particular necessities of ours, they cannot know them. Abraham hath forgotten us, and Israel knows us not.
but for any particular necessities of ours, they cannot know them. Abraham hath forgotten us, and Israel knows us not.
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There is a communion of Saints, and this blessed communion and society trade this way in praying for one another.
There is a communion of Saints, and this blessed communion and society trade this Way in praying for one Another.
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God commands that we should pray one for another. Every Christian is a Priest, and a Prophet:
God commands that we should pray one for Another. Every Christian is a Priest, and a Prophet:
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now the Priests duty was to pray, and the Prophets duty was to pray.
now the Priests duty was to pray, and the prophets duty was to pray.
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Now as the Priest carried the tribes on his brest, onely to signifie that he had them in his heart,
Now as the Priest carried the tribes on his breast, only to signify that he had them in his heart,
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and that he was a type of Christ who hath us in his heart alway in heaven to make intercession for us;
and that he was a type of christ who hath us in his heart always in heaven to make Intercession for us;
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so in some sense every true Christian is a Priest, he must carrie the Church and people of God in his heart, he must have a care of others, he must not onely pray for himself,
so in Some sense every true Christian is a Priest, he must carry the Church and people of God in his heart, he must have a care of Others, he must not only pray for himself,
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but for others, as he himself would have interest in the Common prayer, Our Father, as Christ teacheth us.
but for Others, as he himself would have Interest in the Common prayer, Our Father, as christ Teaches us.
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Not that a Christan may not say, My Father, when we have particular ground and occasion to go to God;
Not that a Christian may not say, My Father, when we have particular ground and occasion to go to God;
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but Chrst being to direct the Church of God, he teacheth us to say, Our Father: there is therefore a regard to be had by every true Christian of the estate of others.
but Christ being to Direct the Church of God, he Teaches us to say, Our Father: there is Therefore a regard to be had by every true Christian of the estate of Others.
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The reason is, Gods Children sometimes cannot so well pray, though they have alway a spirit of prayer, that they can groane to God,
The reason is, God's Children sometime cannot so well pray, though they have always a Spirit of prayer, that they can groan to God,
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yet in some cases they cannot so well pray for themselves; as in sicknesse. Affliction is a better time to pray in then sicknesse:
yet in Some cases they cannot so well pray for themselves; as in sickness. Affliction is a better time to pray in then sickness:
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for affliction gathers and unites the spirits together, it makes a man more strong to pray to God;
for affliction gathers and unites the spirits together, it makes a man more strong to pray to God;
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but sicknesse distempers the powers of the soul:
but sickness distempers the Powers of the soul:
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it distempers the instruments that the soul works by, it distempers the animall spirits which the understanding useth:
it distempers the Instruments that the soul works by, it distempers the animal spirits which the understanding uses:
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they are inflamed, and distempered, and confused.
they Are inflamed, and distempered, and confused.
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Now the spirits that are the instruments of the soul being troubled with sicknesse, sicknesse is not so fit a time for a man to pray for himself (though God hear the groanes of his Spirit,
Now the spirits that Are the Instruments of the soul being troubled with sickness, sickness is not so fit a time for a man to pray for himself (though God hear the groans of his Spirit,
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as David saith, My sighs are not hid from thee:
as David Says, My sighs Are not hid from thee:
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yet notwithstanding it is good at this time to send for those that can make a more distinct prayer, (though it may be they be great Christians) therefore saith-Saint James James, 5. 13, 14. Is any man afflicted, let him pray:
yet notwithstanding it is good At this time to send for those that can make a more distinct prayer, (though it may be they be great Christians) Therefore saith-Saint James James, 5. 13, 14. Is any man afflicted, let him pray:
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is any man sick, let him send for the Elders of the Church, and let them pray for him; is any man sick, let him send for the Elders of the Church, and let them pray for him;
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not that he is not able to pray for himself, but let them help by joyning together with him to God, And the prayer of faith shall save the sick,
not that he is not able to pray for himself, but let them help by joining together with him to God, And the prayer of faith shall save the sick,
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and the Lord shall raise him up. and the Lord shall raise him up.
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Nay, I add more, (for the illustration of the point) it is so true that God regards the prayers of one for another, that he regards the prayer of weak ones,
Nay, I add more, (for the illustration of the point) it is so true that God regards the Prayers of one for Another, that he regards the prayer of weak ones,
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for grand ones, great Christians are helped by mean ones:
for grand ones, great Christians Are helped by mean ones:
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yea, Pastors are helped by the people, St. Paul a man eminent in grace and place, a grand Christian,
yea, Pastors Are helped by the people, Saint Paul a man eminent in grace and place, a grand Christian,
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and for place an Apostle, yet he was helped by the prayers of the weak Corinthians: so that a weak Christian in grace and place, may help a greater Christian then himself both in grace and in place.
and for place an Apostle, yet he was helped by the Prayers of the weak Corinthians: so that a weak Christian in grace and place, may help a greater Christian then himself both in grace and in place.
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Parents are helped by the prayers of their Children:
Parents Are helped by the Prayers of their Children:
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Magistrates by those that are under them, the rich are helped by those that are poore, the Ministers by the prayers of the people, You helping by your prayers.
Magistrates by those that Are under them, the rich Are helped by those that Are poor, the Ministers by the Prayers of the people, You helping by your Prayers.
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The prayers of the people prevail for the Ministers:
The Prayers of the people prevail for the Ministers:
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for though there be a civill difference which shall all end in Death, yet notwithstanding in the Communion of Saints, there is no difference.
for though there be a civil difference which shall all end in Death, yet notwithstanding in the Communion of Saints, there is no difference.
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A poore man may be rich in faith, as St James saith, and one may have as much credit in the Court of heaven as another.A poor man may be rich in faith, as Saint James Says, and one may have as much credit in the Court of heaven as Another.
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As St. Austin saith well, God hath made the rich for the poor, and the poor for the rich:
As Saint Austin Says well, God hath made the rich for the poor, and the poor for the rich:
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the rich to relieve the poor, and the poor to pray for the rich: for herein one is accepted for another.
the rich to relieve the poor, and the poor to pray for the rich: for herein one is accepted for Another.
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St. Paul stands much upon the vertue, and efficacy of the prayers of the Corinthians, for himself a great Apostle.
Saint Paul Stands much upon the virtue, and efficacy of the Prayers of the Corinthians, for himself a great Apostle.
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And so in Rom. 15. I beseech you for the love of Christ, and for the blessed work of the Spirit, strive by Prayer together with us.
And so in Rom. 15. I beseech you for the love of christ, and for the blessed work of the Spirit, strive by Prayer together with us.
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As ever you felt Christ do good to you, and as ever you felt the efficacy of the Spirit, strive with God, wrastle by prayer for me;
As ever you felt christ do good to you, and as ever you felt the efficacy of the Spirit, strive with God, wrestle by prayer for me;
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and so in every Epistle he begs their prayers.
and so in every Epistle he begs their Prayers.
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And Ministers need the prayers of people to God, as well as any other, or rather more;
And Ministers need the Prayers of people to God, as well as any other, or rather more;
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for as God conveys much good to others by them, so Satan malignes them more then other men:
for as God conveys much good to Others by them, so Satan malignes them more then other men:
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Aime not at small nor great, but at the King of Israel, pick out him:Aim not At small nor great, but At the King of Israel, pick out him:
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so the Devill aimes not at small nor great, but at the Guides of Gods people, at the Leaders of his armie.
so the devil aims not At small nor great, but At the Guides of God's people, At the Leaders of his army.
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I will smite the Shepherd, and the sheep shall be scattered. I will smite the Shepherd, and the sheep shall be scattered.
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Therefore pray for them, that they may have abilities, that they may have parts and gifts,
Therefore pray for them, that they may have abilities, that they may have parts and Gifts,
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and that they may have a willing mind, a large heart to use them, that they may have successe in using them, that they may have strength of the outward man, that they may have protection from unreasonable men;
and that they may have a willing mind, a large heart to use them, that they may have success in using them, that they may have strength of the outward man, that they may have protection from unreasonable men;
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Pray for us, that we may be delivered from unreasonable, and absurd men, 2 Thessalonians 3. Absurd men; for none but absurd men will wrong those that God conveys so much good by,Pray for us, that we may be Delivered from unreasonable, and absurd men, 2 Thessalonians 3. Absurd men; for none but absurd men will wrong those that God conveys so much good by,
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as he doth by the Ministery:
as he does by the Ministry:
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it is their lot to be vexed with such men oft-times, and therefore pray for us.
it is their lot to be vexed with such men ofttimes, and Therefore pray for us.
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What is the reason of this, that mean Christians may help great Christians by their prayers? God will have it thus:
What is the reason of this, that mean Christians may help great Christians by their Prayers? God will have it thus:
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great Christians have not the Spirit of prayer alike at all times (though it be supposed they have it,
great Christians have not the Spirit of prayer alike At all times (though it be supposed they have it,
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yet) the more help there is, the more hands are put to the work, the sooner it is dispatched.
yet) the more help there is, the more hands Are put to the work, the sooner it is dispatched.
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As in the removing of a burden, the more joyn together, the sooner it is remoed;
As in the removing of a burden, the more join together, the sooner it is remoed;
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and so in the drawing of any thing, the more hands, the speedier dispatch.
and so in the drawing of any thing, the more hands, the speedier dispatch.
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So when we would draw blessings from heaven, the more prayers there be that offer violence to God, the more we draw from him.
So when we would draw blessings from heaven, the more Prayers there be that offer violence to God, the more we draw from him.
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If it be a judgment that hangs over our heads, the more there be that labour to put away the judgment by prayer,
If it be a judgement that hangs over our Heads, the more there be that labour to put away the judgement by prayer,
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& to remove the cloud that hangs over our heads, the sooner it passeth by: many help much, as many brands make a great fire;
& to remove the cloud that hangs over our Heads, the sooner it passes by: many help much, as many brands make a great fire;
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and many little rivers running into a common channell, they make the river swell greater: so prayer is strong when it is carried by the spirits of many:
and many little Rivers running into a Common channel, they make the river swell greater: so prayer is strong when it is carried by the spirits of many:
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yea, those that are not (perhaps) so well experienced.
yea, those that Are not (perhaps) so well experienced.
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But, as I said, sometimes men not only great in place, but great in grace, need the help of others;
But, as I said, sometime men not only great in place, but great in grace, need the help of Others;
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the Spirit of prayer is not in a like measure in them, sometime they are too secure, sometime they are too presumptious, sometime too negligent and carelesse in stirring up the Grace of God in them, sometime they are prone to be lifted up too much, sometime to be cast down too much.
the Spirit of prayer is not in a like measure in them, sometime they Are too secure, sometime they Are too presumptuous, sometime too negligent and careless in stirring up the Grace of God in them, sometime they Are prove to be lifted up too much, sometime to be cast down too much.
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If this be so, what a benefit is this then to have the help of others? when oft-times a man meaner in gifts may have as great a measure of the Spirit of prayer as another.
If this be so, what a benefit is this then to have the help of Others? when ofttimes a man meaner in Gifts may have as great a measure of the Spirit of prayer as Another.
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Prayer it is not a work of gifts, but of grace: it is a work of a broken heart, of a believing heart.
Prayer it is not a work of Gifts, but of grace: it is a work of a broken heart, of a believing heart.
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And in prayer there be diverse gifts which are far more eminent in one then in another, And in prayer there be diverse Gifts which Are Far more eminent in one then in Another,
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yet all excellent good in their kind:
yet all excellent good in their kind:
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some have the gift to be fluent, to be large in words, in explication of themselves:
Some have the gift to be fluent, to be large in words, in explication of themselves:
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some men have not so much in that, but they have a broken heart: some again have it in zeal, and earnestnesse of affections:
Some men have not so much in that, but they have a broken heart: Some again have it in zeal, and earnestness of affections:
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so that there is something in the very action of prayer which helps in many: one helps with his ability, with his large gift of Speech:
so that there is something in the very actium of prayer which helps in many: one helps with his ability, with his large gift of Speech:
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another with his humble and broken spirit:
Another with his humble and broken Spirit:
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another with his zeal and ardencie to wrastle, and strive with God to get a blessing.
Another with his zeal and ardency to wrestle, and strive with God to get a blessing.
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Moses was a man of a stammering tongue, and yet Moses was a man for prayer:Moses was a man of a stammering tongue, and yet Moses was a man for prayer:
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Aaron and Hur were silent, and were fain to hold up his hands, but Moses must pray,Aaron and Hur were silent, and were fain to hold up his hands, but Moses must pray,
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and yet Moses was no man of eloquence, and he pretends that for his excuse when he was to go to Pharaoh.
and yet Moses was no man of eloquence, and he pretends that for his excuse when he was to go to Pharaoh.
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Therefore it is a matter of the heart, a matter of grace, of humilitie, of strong faith,
Therefore it is a matter of the heart, a matter of grace, of humility, of strong faith,
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and not a matter of words, though that be a speciall gift too.
and not a matter of words, though that be a special gift too.
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God will have it thus in his wise dispensation, because he will have every man esteemed,
God will have it thus in his wise Dispensation, Because he will have every man esteemed,
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and because he will have no man to be proud, he will humble his own to let them know that they stand in need of the prayers of the weakest.
and Because he will have no man to be proud, he will humble his own to let them know that they stand in need of the Prayers of the Weakest.
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Every man in the Church of God hath some gifts, that none should be despised: and none have all gifts, that none should presume over-much and be proud.
Every man in the Church of God hath Some Gifts, that none should be despised: and none have all Gifts, that none should presume overmuch and be proud.
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In the Church of God, in the Body of Christ there is no idle member:
In the Church of God, in the Body of christ there is no idle member:
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in the communion of Saints there is none unprofitable, every one can do good in his kind.
in the communion of Saints there is none unprofitable, every one can do good in his kind.
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God will have this, because he will have none despised.
God will have this, Because he will have none despised.
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It was a fault in St. Jame's time, The brother of high degree did despise the brother of low degree, that is, the rich Christians despised the poore Christians:
It was a fault in Saint Jame's time, The brother of high degree did despise the brother of low degree, that is, the rich Christians despised the poor Christians:
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but saith Saint James, Hath not God chosen the poore in the World, rich in faith? Now faith is the ground of prayer.
but Says Saint James, Hath not God chosen the poor in the World, rich in faith? Now faith is the ground of prayer.
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It is a fault in all times, men have swelling conceits against the meaner sort, and undervalue them.
It is a fault in all times, men have swelling conceits against the meaner sort, and undervalue them.
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God will not have it so, he will have us see that we stand in need of the meanest Christians,
God will not have it so, he will have us see that we stand in need of the Meanest Christians,
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and by this he will raise up the dejected spirit of weak Christians.
and by this he will raise up the dejected Spirit of weak Christians.
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God esteemes so highly of it, that he will not only hear thy prayers for thy self, but for others.
God esteems so highly of it, that he will not only hear thy Prayers for thy self, but for Others.
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Again, there is no pretence for any man to be idle in the profession of Religion.
Again, there is no pretence for any man to be idle in the profession of Religion.
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What a comfort is it then, that I should be able to help the greatest man in the World? that he should be beholding to me for that duty? So it abaseth the greatest, that they stand in need of the meanest and it raiseth the meanest, that the greatest are helped by them,
What a Comfort is it then, that I should be able to help the greatest man in the World? that he should be beholding to me for that duty? So it abaseth the greatest, that they stand in need of the Meanest and it Raiseth the Meanest, that the greatest Are helped by them,
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and it knits all into a sweet communion.
and it knits all into a sweet communion.
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For when a great Christian shall think, yonder poore Christian, he is gracious in the Court of heaven, howsoever he be neglected in the world, he may do me good by his prayers;
For when a great Christian shall think, yonder poor Christian, he is gracious in the Court of heaven, howsoever he be neglected in the world, he may do me good by his Prayers;
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It will make him esteem and value him the more, and it will make him value his friendship;
It will make him esteem and valve him the more, and it will make him valve his friendship;
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he will not disparage him, he will not grieve the spirit of such a one whose prayer may prevail with God,
he will not disparage him, he will not grieve the Spirit of such a one whose prayer may prevail with God,
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and draw down a blessing for him. We see here the Corinthians help the Apostle by their prayers.
and draw down a blessing for him. We see Here the Corinthians help the Apostle by their Prayers.
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You see the reason of it, that God will knit Christians together: and humble them that think themselves great, and that he might comfort every mean Christian.
You see the reason of it, that God will knit Christians together: and humble them that think themselves great, and that he might Comfort every mean Christian.
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Therefore let no Christian slight his own prayers, no not those that are young ones.
Therefore let no Christian slight his own Prayers, no not those that Are young ones.
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That great divine Paulus Phagius, who was a great Hebrecian in his time, and one that helped to restore the Gospel in England:
That great divine Paulus Phagius, who was a great Hebrecian in his time, and one that helped to restore the Gospel in England:
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it was a good speech of him, he was wont to say: I wish the prayers of younger Scholars;
it was a good speech of him, he was wont to say: I wish the Prayers of younger Scholars;
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for their souls are not tainted with sin, and God often hears the poore young ones (that are not tainted,
for their Souls Are not tainted with since, and God often hears the poor young ones (that Are not tainted,
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and soiled with the sins of the World, as others are) sooner then others, a weak Christian that hath not a politick head, and a divellish spirit;
and soiled with the Sins of the World, as Others Are) sooner then Others, a weak Christian that hath not a politic head, and a devilish Spirit;
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meaner persons that are but young ones, they have more acquaintance (many times) with God then others;
meaner Persons that Are but young ones, they have more acquaintance (many times) with God then Others;
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despise not the prayer of any. And let none despise his own prayer.
despise not the prayer of any. And let none despise his own prayer.
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Shall I pray to God (will some say?) I pray do you pray for me.
Shall I pray to God (will Some say?) I pray do you pray for me.
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Why dost thou not pray for thy self? I am unworthy.
Why dost thou not pray for thy self? I am unworthy.
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Unworthy? dost thou so basely esteem of it, when God is not onely willing that thou shouldest pray for thy self,
Unworthy? dost thou so basely esteem of it, when God is not only willing that thou Shouldst pray for thy self,
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but requires thee to pray for others? hast thou so base an esteem of this incense? Let my prayers be directed in thy sight as incense, saith David. God esteemes this as odour,
but requires thee to pray for Others? hast thou so base an esteem of this incense? Let my Prayers be directed in thy sighed as incense, Says David. God esteems this as odour,
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and wilt thou say, I am not worthy? abase not that which he hath vouchsafed so to honour.
and wilt thou say, I am not worthy? abase not that which he hath vouchsafed so to honour.
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when he is set on work by prayer, therefore it is a prevailing course;
when he is Set on work by prayer, Therefore it is a prevailing course;
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Thou hast not riches, thou canst not give, thou hast not place, thou canst not shew countenance to others;
Thou hast not riches, thou Canst not give, thou hast not place, thou Canst not show countenance to Others;
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but if thou be a Child of God, thou hast the Spirit of prayer, the Spirit of Adoption, the Spirit of a son in thee, which enables thee to pray for thy self and others:
but if thou be a Child of God, thou hast the Spirit of prayer, the Spirit of Adoption, the Spirit of a son in thee, which enables thee to pray for thy self and Others:
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there is no Christian but he may do this; you also helping together by your prayers for me.
there is no Christian but he may do this; you also helping together by your Prayers for me.
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The fourth and last observation out of these words is, that Prayer is a prevailing course with God.
The fourth and last observation out of these words is, that Prayer is a prevailing course with God.
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It prevailes for the removing of ill, or for the preventing of ill, or for the obtaining of good;
It prevails for the removing of ill, or for the preventing of ill, or for the obtaining of good;
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I shall be delivered, I shall be continued in the state of deliverance, but yet you must pray, your prayers will obtain and beg this of God.
I shall be Delivered, I shall be continued in the state of deliverance, but yet you must pray, your Prayers will obtain and beg this of God.
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Prayer is a prevailing course, because, as I said, it is obedience to Gods order: he bids us call upon him, and he will hear us;
Prayer is a prevailing course, Because, as I said, it is Obedience to God's order: he bids us call upon him, and he will hear us;
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prayer binds him with his own promise:
prayer binds him with his own promise:
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Lord, thou canst not deny thy self, thou canst not deny thy promise, thou hast promised to be near all those that call upon thee in truth:
Lord, thou Canst not deny thy self, thou Canst not deny thy promise, thou hast promised to be near all those that call upon thee in truth:
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and though with much weaknesse, yet we call upon thee in truth, therefore we cannot but be perswaded of thy goodnesse that thou wilt be near us:
and though with much weakness, yet we call upon thee in truth, Therefore we cannot but be persuaded of thy Goodness that thou wilt be near us:
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so it is a prevailing course, because it is obedience to Gods order. And it is a prevailing course, because likewise it sets God on work.
so it is a prevailing course, Because it is Obedience to God's order. And it is a prevailing course, Because likewise it sets God on work.
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Faith, that is in the heart, and that sets prayer on work (for prayer is nothing but the voyce of faith, the flame of faith, the fire is in the heart and spirit, Faith, that is in the heart, and that sets prayer on work (for prayer is nothing but the voice of faith, the flame of faith, the fire is in the heart and Spirit,
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but the voyce, the flame, the expression of faith, is prayer, faith in the heart sets prayer on work) what doth prayer? that goes into heaven, it pierceth heaven,
but the voice, the flame, the expression of faith, is prayer, faith in the heart sets prayer on work) what does prayer? that Goes into heaven, it pierces heaven,
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and that sets God on work: because it brings him his promise, it brings him his nature.
and that sets God on work: Because it brings him his promise, it brings him his nature.
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Thy nature is to be Jehovah, good and gracious, and merciful to thine, thy promise is answerable to thy nature,
Thy nature is to be Jehovah, good and gracious, and merciful to thine, thy promise is answerable to thy nature,
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and thou hast made rich and precious promises.
and thou hast made rich and precious promises.
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As faith sets prayer on work, so prayer sets God on work, and when God is set on work by prayer (as prayer must needs bind him, bringing himself to himself, bringing his word to him:
As faith sets prayer on work, so prayer sets God on work, and when God is Set on work by prayer (as prayer must needs bind him, bringing himself to himself, bringing his word to him:
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every man is as his work, and his word is as himself) God being set on work, he sets all on work, he sets heaven and earth on work,
every man is as his work, and his word is as himself) God being Set on work, he sets all on work, he sets heaven and earth on work,
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he sets all his attributes on work for the deliverance and rescue of his Church from danger,
he sets all his attributes on work for the deliverance and rescue of his Church from danger,
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and for the doing of any good, he sets his mercy and goodnesse on work, and his Love, and whatsoever is in him.
and for the doing of any good, he sets his mercy and Goodness on work, and his Love, and whatsoever is in him.
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You see then why it is a prevailing course, because it is obedience to God,
You see then why it is a prevailing course, Because it is Obedience to God,
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and because it sets God on work, it overcomes him which overcomes all, it overcomes him that is omnipotent.
and Because it sets God on work, it overcomes him which overcomes all, it overcomes him that is omnipotent.
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We see the woman of Canaan, she overcame Christ by the strength that she had from Christ.
We see the woman of Canaan, she overcame christ by the strength that she had from christ.
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And Moses he overcame God, Let me alone, why dost thou presse me? Let me alone. It offers violence to God, it prevails with him,
And Moses he overcame God, Let me alone, why dost thou press me? Let me alone. It offers violence to God, it prevails with him,
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and that which prevails with God, prevails with all things else: the prayer of faith hath the promise:
and that which prevails with God, prevails with all things Else: the prayer of faith hath the promise:
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The prayer of a righteous man (in faith) it prevails much, saith St. James. Consider now,The prayer of a righteous man (in faith) it prevails much, Says Saint James. Consider now,
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if the prayer of one righteous man prevail much, what shall the prayer of many righteous men do? as St. Paul saith here, my prayers and your prayers being joyned together must needs prevail.
if the prayer of one righteous man prevail much, what shall the prayer of many righteous men do? as Saint Paul Says Here, my Prayers and your Prayers being joined together must needs prevail.
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For instances, the Scripture is full of them, how God hath vouchsafed deliverance by the help of prayer.
For instances, the Scripture is full of them, how God hath vouchsafed deliverance by the help of prayer.
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I will give but a few instances of former time, and some considerations of later time.
I will give but a few instances of former time, and Some considerations of later time.
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For former times, in Exod. 17. you see when Amaleck set upon the people, Moses did more good by prayer then all the army by fighting;
For former times, in Exod 17. you see when Amalek Set upon the people, Moses did more good by prayer then all the army by fighting;
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as long as Moses hands were held up by Aaron and Hur, the people of God prevailed, a notable instance to shew the power of prayer.
as long as Moses hands were held up by Aaron and Hur, the people of God prevailed, a notable instance to show the power of prayer.
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In 2. Chron. 14. Asa prayed to God, and presseth God with arguments, and the people of God prevail.
In 2. Chronicles 14. Asa prayed to God, and Presseth God with Arguments, and the people of God prevail.
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In 2. Chron. 20. there you have good King Jehosaphat, he prayes to God, and he brings to God his former experience, he presseth God with his covenant, with his nature,
In 2. Chronicles 20. there you have good King Jehoshaphat, he prays to God, and he brings to God his former experience, he Presseth God with his Covenant, with his nature,
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and the like arguments spoken of before:
and the like Arguments spoken of before:
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and then he complaines of their necessity, Lord, we know not what to do, our eyes are towards thee.
and then he complains of their necessity, Lord, we know not what to do, our eyes Are towards thee.
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And Gods opportunity is when we are at the worst, and at the lowest, then he is near to help, We know not what to do,
And God's opportunity is when we Are At the worst, and At the lowest, then he is near to help, We know not what to do,
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but our eyes are towards thee, saith that blessed King, and then he prevailed.but our eyes Are towards thee, Says that blessed King, and then he prevailed.
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So the Prophet Isay and Hezechias, they both joyn together in prayer to God, and God heard the Prophet,
So the Prophet Saiah and Hezekiah, they both join together in prayer to God, and God herd the Prophet,
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and the prayer of the King, they spread the letter before the Lord, and prayed to God when Rabshakeh rayled against God, and they prevailed mightily.
and the prayer of the King, they spread the Letter before the Lord, and prayed to God when Rabshakeh railed against God, and they prevailed mightily.
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Hester was but a woman, and a good woman she was, the Church was in extremity in her time, she takes this course, she fasted and prayed, she and her people,Esther was but a woman, and a good woman she was, the Church was in extremity in her time, she Takes this course, she fasted and prayed, she and her people,
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and we see what an excellent issue came of it the confusion of proud Haman, and the deliverance of the Church.
and we see what an excellent issue Come of it the confusion of proud Haman, and the deliverance of the Church.
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In Act. 12. Herod having good successe in the beheading of James, being flushed with the blood of James, he would needs set upon Peter too:
In Act. 12. Herod having good success in the beheading of James, being flushed with the blood of James, he would needs Set upon Peter too:
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the Church fearing the losse of so worthy a pillar, falls to praying; see the issue of it, God struck him presently.
the Church fearing the loss of so worthy a pillar, falls to praying; see the issue of it, God struck him presently.
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Wo be to the birds of prey, when Gods Turtle mourns!
Woe be to the Birds of prey, when God's Turtle mourns!
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when Gods Turtle, the Church mourns, and prayes to God, wo be to those birds that violently prey on the poor Church!
when God's Turtle, the Church mourns, and prays to God, woe be to those Birds that violently prey on the poor Church!
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Wo be to Herod, and all bloody persecuting Tyrants! wo be to all malignant despisers of the Church, when the Church begins to pray!
Woe be to Herod, and all bloody persecuting Tyrants! woe be to all malignant despisers of the Church, when the Church begins to pray!
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For though she direct not her prayers against them in particular, yet it is enough that she prayes for her self,
For though she Direct not her Prayers against them in particular, yet it is enough that she prays for her self,
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and her self cannot be delivered without the confusion of her enemies: you see these instances of old.
and her self cannot be Delivered without the confusion of her enemies: you see these instances of old.
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I will name but some of later times, what hath not prayer done? Let us not be discouraged:
I will name but Some of later times, what hath not prayer done? Let us not be discouraged:
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prayer can scatter the enemies, & move God to command the winds, and the waters, and all against his enemies.
prayer can scatter the enemies, & move God to command the winds, and the waters, and all against his enemies.
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What cannot prayer do, when the people of God have their hearts quickned, and raised to pray? Prayer can open heaven, prayer can open the womb;
What cannot prayer do, when the people of God have their hearts quickened, and raised to pray? Prayer can open heaven, prayer can open the womb;
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prayer can open the Prison, and strike off the fetters, it is a pick-lock.
prayer can open the Prison, and strike off the fetters, it is a picklock.
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We see in Act. 16. when St. Paul was cast in Prison, he prayed to God at midnight,
We see in Act. 16. when Saint Paul was cast in Prison, he prayed to God At midnight,
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and God shakes the foundations of the Prison, and all flies open. So St. Peter was in Prison, he prayes, and the Angel delivers him.
and God shakes the foundations of the Prison, and all flies open. So Saint Peter was in Prison, he prays, and the Angel delivers him.
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What cannot prayer do? it is of an omnipotent power, because it prevails with an omnipotent and almighty God.
What cannot prayer do? it is of an omnipotent power, Because it prevails with an omnipotent and almighty God.
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Oh that we were perswaded of this! but our hearts are so full of Atheisme naturally, that we think not of it:
O that we were persuaded of this! but our hearts Are so full of Atheism naturally, that we think not of it:
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we think not that there is such efficacy in prayer:
we think not that there is such efficacy in prayer:
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but we cherish base conceits, God may if he will, &c. and put all upon him,
but we cherish base conceits, God may if he will, etc. and put all upon him,
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and never serve his providence and command, who commands us to call upon him, and who will do things in his providence,
and never serve his providence and command, who commands us to call upon him, and who will do things in his providence,
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but he will do them in this order; we must pray first to acknowledge our dependance upon him.
but he will do them in this order; we must pray First to acknowledge our dependence upon him.
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If we were throughly convinced of the prevailing power of prayer, what good might be done by it,
If we were thoroughly convinced of the prevailing power of prayer, what good might be done by it,
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as there hath been in former times? certainly, we would beg of God above all things the spirit of supplication.
as there hath been in former times? Certainly, we would beg of God above all things the Spirit of supplication.
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And if we have the spirit of prayer, we can never be miserable:
And if we have the Spirit of prayer, we can never be miserable:
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if a man have the spirit of prayer, whatsoever he want he causeth it from heaven, he can beg it by prayer:
if a man have the Spirit of prayer, whatsoever he want he Causes it from heaven, he can beg it by prayer:
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and if he want the thing he can beg contentation, he can beg patience, he can beg grace, and beg acquaintance with God:
and if he want the thing he can beg contentation, he can beg patience, he can beg grace, and beg acquaintance with God:
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and acquaintance with God it will put a glory upon him.
and acquaintance with God it will put a glory upon him.
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It is such a thing as all the world cannot take from us, they cannot take God from us, they cannot take prayer from us:
It is such a thing as all the world cannot take from us, they cannot take God from us, they cannot take prayer from us:
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if we were convinced of this we would be much in prayer, in private prayer, in publick prayer,
if we were convinced of this we would be much in prayer, in private prayer, in public prayer,
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for our selves, for the Church of God. The Church of God now abroad, you see, is in combustion:
for our selves, for the Church of God. The Church of God now abroad, you see, is in combustion:
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if the Spirit of God in any measure and degree be in our breasts, we will sympathize with the state of the Church.
if the Spirit of God in any measure and degree be in our breasts, we will sympathise with the state of the Church.
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We wish them wel it may be: but wishes are one thing, and prayer is another:
We wish them well it may be: but wishes Are one thing, and prayer is Another:
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doest thou pray for the Church? if we could pray for the Church it would be better:
dost thou pray for the Church? if we could pray for the Church it would be better:
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we should do more good with our prayers at home, then they shall do by fighting abroad:
we should do more good with our Prayers At home, then they shall do by fighting abroad:
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as Moses did more good in the mount by prayer, then they did in the valley by fighting: undoubtedly it would be so.
as Moses did more good in the mount by prayer, then they did in the valley by fighting: undoubtedly it would be so.
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We may fear the lesse successe the spirits of men are so flat and so dead this way.
We may Fear the less success the spirits of men Are so flat and so dead this Way.
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The time hath been not long since that we have been stirred up more to pray, upon the apprehension of some fears, to pray with earnestnesse and feeling, expressing some desire in wishing their welfare:
The time hath been not long since that we have been stirred up more to pray, upon the apprehension of Some fears, to pray with earnestness and feeling, expressing Some desire in wishing their welfare:
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but now a man can hardly converse with any that have so deep an apprehension as they have had in former times.
but now a man can hardly converse with any that have so deep an apprehension as they have had in former times.
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Now therefore, as we desire to have interest in the good of the Church, so let us remember to present the estate of the Church to God.
Now Therefore, as we desire to have Interest in the good of the Church, so let us Remember to present the estate of the Church to God.
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And let us present the Church of God to him as his own, as his Turtle, as his Love.
And let us present the Church of God to him as his own, as his Turtle, as his Love.
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You know when they would move Christ, they tell him, Him whom thou lovest, is sick:
You know when they would move christ, they tell him, Him whom thou Lovest, is sick:
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Lazarus whom thou lovest. So, Lord, her whom thou lovest, the Church, whom thou gavest thy Son to redeem with his blood;
Lazarus whom thou Lovest. So, Lord, her whom thou Lovest, the Church, whom thou Gavest thy Son to Redeem with his blood;
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the Church to whom thou hast given thy Spirit to dwell in: the Church wherein thou hast thy habitation amongst men:
the Church to whom thou hast given thy Spirit to dwell in: the Church wherein thou hast thy habitation among men:
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the Church that onely glorifieth thee, and in whom thou wilt be eternally glorified in heaven, that Church is sick, it is weak, it is in distresse, it is in hazard.
the Church that only Glorifieth thee, and in whom thou wilt be eternally glorified in heaven, that Church is sick, it is weak, it is in distress, it is in hazard.
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Let us make conscience of this dutie, let us help the Church with our prayers. Saint Paul saith, I shall be delivered, together with the help of your prayers.
Let us make conscience of this duty, let us help the Church with our Prayers. Saint Paul Says, I shall be Delivered, together with the help of your Prayers.
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Without doubt the Church should be delivered, if we had the grace to help them with our prayers.
Without doubt the Church should be Delivered, if we had the grace to help them with our Prayers.
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And God will so glorifie the blessed exercise of calling upon him, that we (I say) shall do more good at home, then they shall do abroad:
And God will so Glorify the blessed exercise of calling upon him, that we (I say) shall do more good At home, then they shall do abroad:
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let us believe this, it is Gods manner of dealing.
let us believe this, it is God's manner of dealing.
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In the book of Judges, in that story of the Benjamites, concerning the wrong done to the Priests concubine:
In the book of Judges, in that story of the Benjamites, Concerning the wrong done to the Priests concubine:
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the rest of the Tribes of Israel, when they set on the Benjamites, they asked counsell of God twice,
the rest of the Tribes of Israel, when they Set on the Benjamites, they asked counsel of God twice,
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and went against them, and were discomfited:
and went against them, and were discomfited:
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but the third time they come to God, Judg. 20. 26. Then all the Children of Israel came to the house of the Lord,
but the third time they come to God, Judges 20. 26. Then all the Children of Israel Come to the house of the Lord,
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and wept, and sat there before the Lord: and fasted that day till the evening. and wept, and sat there before the Lord: and fasted that day till the evening.
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They thought because they had a good cause, they might without fasting and prayer, and without seeking to the Lord prevail,
They Thought Because they had a good cause, they might without fasting and prayer, and without seeking to the Lord prevail,
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and therefore they went against them twice, and were shamefully foiled to their great losse:
and Therefore they went against them twice, and were shamefully foiled to their great loss:
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but when at the last they came and humbled themselves before God, and fasted, end enquired of God the cause of that ill,
but when At the last they Come and humbled themselves before God, and fasted, end inquired of God the cause of that ill,
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after that they had a glorious victory.
After that they had a glorious victory.
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Christ tells his Disciples, that there were some kind of Divells that will not be cast out but by fasting and prayer:
christ tells his Disciples, that there were Some kind of Devils that will not be cast out but by fasting and prayer:
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so there are some kind of miseries, some kind of calamities, some kind of sins, that will not be overcome,
so there Are Some kind of misery's, Some kind of calamities, Some kind of Sins, that will not be overcome,
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and which God will not deliver the Church from but by fasting and prayer. And so for private Christians, they have some sins that are master-sins, personall sins;
and which God will not deliver the Church from but by fasting and prayer. And so for private Christians, they have Some Sins that Are Master-sins, personal Sins;
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it is not a slight prayer, and a wish that will mortifie them, there must be fasting and prayer,
it is not a slight prayer, and a wish that will mortify them, there must be fasting and prayer,
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and humiliation, and that way those divells are cast out.
and humiliation, and that Way those Devils Are cast out.
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I would we were perswaded of it that it is such a prevailing thing, holy prayer, to help our selves in sin;
I would we were persuaded of it that it is such a prevailing thing, holy prayer, to help our selves in since;
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and to help us in misery, to help the Church of God.
and to help us in misery, to help the Church of God.
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Well, since the prayers even of the meanest Christians are so prevailing, let us learn to respect them;
Well, since the Prayers even of the Meanest Christians Are so prevailing, let us Learn to respect them;
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for, as they can pray, so their prayers will prevail.
for, as they can pray, so their Prayers will prevail.
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And take heed we grieve not the Spirit of God in any poor Saint, that so they may pray for us with willingnesse and cheerfulnesse.
And take heed we grieve not the Spirit of God in any poor Saint, that so they may pray for us with willingness and cheerfulness.
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do but consider what a blessing it is to have a stock going, to have our part in the common stock,
do but Consider what a blessing it is to have a stock going, to have our part in the Common stock,
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as there is a common stock of prayer in the Church, every Christian can pray, and pray prevailingly.
as there is a Common stock of prayer in the Church, every Christian can pray, and pray prevailingly.
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What a blessing is it to be a good Christian, to have a portion in the prevailing prayers of others? That when a man is dead and dull,
What a blessing is it to be a good Christian, to have a portion in the prevailing Prayers of Others? That when a man is dead and dull,
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and unfit himself, this may comfort him that others have the spirit of zeal, and will supply his want, it is a blessed thing.
and unfit himself, this may Comfort him that Others have the Spirit of zeal, and will supply his want, it is a blessed thing.
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Let us consider the excellency of this duty of prayer, from the prevalency of it, to whet us on to the exercise of it.
Let us Consider the excellency of this duty of prayer, from the prevalency of it, to whet us on to the exercise of it.
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It is a happinesse to have a part in it, it is a blessing whereby we can do good to others, we can reach them that are many hundred miles off, those that be at the farthest end of the world:
It is a happiness to have a part in it, it is a blessing whereby we can do good to Others, we can reach them that Are many hundred miles off, those that be At the farthest end of the world:
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when we cannot reach them otherwaies we can reach them by prayer:
when we cannot reach them otherways we can reach them by prayer:
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we cannot speak to them, they are far off, but we can speak to God for them,
we cannot speak to them, they Are Far off, but we can speak to God for them,
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and he can convey that good to them that we desire, what a blessed condition is this?
and he can convey that good to them that we desire, what a blessed condition is this?
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But some man may say, How shall I know that I can pray, that I am in a state to help the Church of God,
But Some man may say, How shall I know that I can pray, that I am in a state to help the Church of God,
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and to prevail for it by my prayers?
and to prevail for it by my Prayers?
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I answer, First of all thou shalt know it if thou be as willing to help otherwise if thou canst, as well as by prayer.
I answer, First of all thou shalt know it if thou be as willing to help otherwise if thou Canst, as well as by prayer.
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St. James speaks in his time of certain men that would feed the poore people of God with good words;
Saint James speaks in his time of certain men that would feed the poor people of God with good words;
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Now good words are good cheap, but they will do nothing, they will buy nothing, they will not cloath, nor feed.
Now good words Are good cheap, but they will do nothing, they will buy nothing, they will not cloth, nor feed.
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So Saint James tells them, that that is but a dead faith.
So Saint James tells them, that that is but a dead faith.
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So there are a company that will onely pray for the Church when they are able to do otherwaies,
So there Are a company that will only pray for the Church when they Are able to do otherways,
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when they have countenance, and estate, and riches, and friends, and place, and many things that they might improve for the good of others,
when they have countenance, and estate, and riches, and Friends, and place, and many things that they might improve for the good of Others,
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and for the good of the Church. Some will be ready to say, I pray for the Church, and I will pray:
and for the good of the Church. some will be ready to say, I pray for the Church, and I will pray:
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I, but art thou not able to do somewhat else? St. Paul when he wishes them to pray for him, he means not onely prayer,
I, but art thou not able to do somewhat Else? Saint Paul when he wishes them to pray for him, he means not only prayer,
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but that duty implies to do all that they pray for, to help their prayers, or else it is a mocking of God.
but that duty Implies to do all that they pray for, to help their Prayers, or Else it is a mocking of God.
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If thou pray aright for the Church, thou art willing to relieve them; if thou pray for thy friend, thou art willing to help him, and succour him:
If thou pray aright for the Church, thou art willing to relieve them; if thou pray for thy friend, thou art willing to help him, and succour him:
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if thou pray for any, thou art willing to countenance them. That is one tryal; which discovers many to be hypocrites:
if thou pray for any, thou art willing to countenance them. That is one trial; which discovers many to be Hypocrites:
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if their prayers were worth any thing, and the times stood in need of them, it is likely they should not have them,
if their Prayers were worth any thing, and the times stood in need of them, it is likely they should not have them,
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because they only give good words, and nothing else.
Because they only give good words, and nothing Else.
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Again, he that is in a state of prayer, he must be such a one as must relinquish in his purpose all wicked, blasphemous, scandalous, unthrifty courses whatsoever, he that purposeth to please God,
Again, he that is in a state of prayer, he must be such a one as must relinquish in his purpose all wicked, blasphemous, scandalous, unthrifty courses whatsoever, he that Purposes to please God,
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and to have his prayer accepted of God, he must leave all.
and to have his prayer accepted of God, he must leave all.
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For, as the Psalmist saith, If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear my prayer.
For, as the Psalmist Says, If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear my prayer.
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For a man to come with a petition to God, with a purpose to offend him, is to come to practise treason in the presence Chamber.
For a man to come with a petition to God, with a purpose to offend him, is to come to practise treason in the presence Chamber.
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To come into the presence of God, and to have a purpose to stab him with his sins.
To come into the presence of God, and to have a purpose to stab him with his Sins.
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Doest thou purpose to live in thy filthy courses, in thy scandalous evill course of life, to be a blasphemer, a swearer,
Dost thou purpose to live in thy filthy courses, in thy scandalous evil course of life, to be a blasphemer, a swearer,
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and yet dost thou think that God will hear and regard thy prayer? If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear my prayer.
and yet dost thou think that God will hear and regard thy prayer? If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear my prayer.
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That is another thing that thou mayest know it by, whether thou be in such an estate as that thou mayest pray successefully for thy self, and for others.
That is Another thing that thou Mayest know it by, whither thou be in such an estate as that thou Mayest pray successfully for thy self, and for Others.
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In Prov. 28. there is a third discovery, He that turnes his eare from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abominable.
In Curae 28. there is a third discovery, He that turns his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abominable.
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and for these particulars, as I named. To pray for ability. To pray for a willing mind to discharge that ability.
and for these particulars, as I nam. To pray for ability. To pray for a willing mind to discharge that ability.
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Thou mayest know it by this, if thou be in such an estate as that God will regard thy prayers for thy self or for others, that they may be prevailing prayers;
Thou Mayest know it by this, if thou be in such an estate as that God will regard thy Prayers for thy self or for Others, that they may be prevailing Prayers;
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how standest thou affected to Gods Truth, and Word? how art thou acquainted with the reading of the Scriptures,
how Standest thou affected to God's Truth, and Word? how art thou acquainted with the reading of the Scriptures,
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and with hearing the blessed Word of God unfolded and broken open by the blessed Ordinance of God? How doest thou attend upon God? Wouldest thou have him who is the great God of heaven and earth to hear thee,
and with hearing the blessed Word of God unfolded and broken open by the blessed Ordinance of God? How dost thou attend upon God? Wouldst thou have him who is the great God of heaven and earth to hear thee,
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and to regard thee, when thou wilt not hear, and regard him? thou wouldest have him to regard thy prayers,
and to regard thee, when thou wilt not hear, and regard him? thou Wouldst have him to regard thy Prayers,
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and thou regardest not him speaking by the Ministery of his Word: thou despisest his ordinance which he hath left with thee:
and thou regardest not him speaking by the Ministry of his Word: thou Despisest his Ordinance which he hath left with thee:
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he hath left thee the mysteries of his Word, and thou regardest them not, but spendest thy time altogether either about thy calling,
he hath left thee the Mysteres of his Word, and thou regardest them not, but spendest thy time altogether either about thy calling,
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or about some trifling studies, and neglectest the main, the soul-saving truth:
or about Some trifling studies, and neglectest the main, the Soul-saving truth:
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will he hear thy prayer? No, saith the Wise man, He that turnes his eare from hearing the Law, that mans prayer shall be abominable.
will he hear thy prayer? No, Says the Wise man, He that turns his ear from hearing the Law, that men prayer shall be abominable.
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Since prayer is so prevailing a thing, so pleasing to God, so helpfull to the Church,
Since prayer is so prevailing a thing, so pleasing to God, so helpful to the Church,
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and so helpfull to our selves, who would be in such a case that he cannot pray,
and so helpful to our selves, who would be in such a case that he cannot pray,
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or if he doth pray, that his prayer should be abominable, that God should turn his prayer into sin? It is a miserable case, that a man lives in that is in league with sin, that allowes himself in any wicked course, in rebellion to Gods Ordinance:
or if he does pray, that his prayer should be abominable, that God should turn his prayer into since? It is a miserable case, that a man lives in that is in league with since, that allows himself in any wicked course, in rebellion to God's Ordinance:
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such men are in such a state that God doth not regard their prayers for themselves or for others.
such men Are in such a state that God does not regard their Prayers for themselves or for Others.
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Some do so exalt and lift up their pride against God, that they do not regard the very Ordinance of God:
some do so exalt and lift up their pride against God, that they do not regard the very Ordinance of God:
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no not while they are hearing it, but set themselves to be otherwise disposed at that very time.
no not while they Are hearing it, but Set themselves to be otherwise disposed At that very time.
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How can such expect that God will regard them. This shall be sufficient to presse that point:
How can such expect that God will regard them. This shall be sufficient to press that point:
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saith Saint Paul, I shall be delivered by your prayers. God will deliver the Ministers by the peoples prayers.
Says Saint Paul, I shall be Delivered by your Prayers. God will deliver the Ministers by the peoples Prayers.
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God will be good to the Ministers for the prayers of the people. This concerns us that are Ministers;
God will be good to the Ministers for the Prayers of the people. This concerns us that Are Ministers;
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Prayer is prevailing even for us.
Prayer is prevailing even for us.
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And as it is our duty to give our selves to Preaching and Prayer, so it is the peoples duty to pray for us likewise,
And as it is our duty to give our selves to Preaching and Prayer, so it is the peoples duty to pray for us likewise,
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for we must be able to Preach to the people of God, and we must be willing, and there must be successe.
for we must be able to Preach to the people of God, and we must be willing, and there must be success.
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It doth much discourage Gods people, and those that are Ministers, when they find no successe of their labours.
It does much discourage God's people, and those that Are Ministers, when they find no success of their labours.
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Isai. 49. saith the Prophet, I have laboured in vain: Isaiah 49. Says the Prophet, I have laboured in vain:
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Elias was much discouraged in his time, and Isaiah and Elias were good men, yet they were much discouraged;Elias was much discouraged in his time, and Isaiah and Elias were good men, yet they were much discouraged;
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they saw little fruit of their labour.
they saw little fruit of their labour.
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Therefore let us help the Ministers with our prayers in this respect, that God would enable them:
Therefore let us help the Ministers with our Prayers in this respect, that God would enable them:
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that God would enlarge their hearts with willingness.
that God would enlarge their hearts with willingness.
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For there are many that are of ability, but they are so proud, and so idle, that they think themselves too good to Preach to them, whom God and the Church hath called them to bestow their labours on:
For there Are many that Are of ability, but they Are so proud, and so idle, that they think themselves too good to Preach to them, whom God and the Church hath called them to bestow their labours on:
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they have ability, but they want a large heart.
they have ability, but they want a large heart.
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And those that have both ability and a large heart, they want successe, they see little fruit:
And those that have both ability and a large heart, they want success, they see little fruit:
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because the people pray not for them, and they perhaps are negligent in the duty themselves, their labours are not steeped in prayers.
Because the people pray not for them, and they perhaps Are negligent in the duty themselves, their labours Are not steeped in Prayers.
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Again, a fourth thing that we ought to pray for for them, is strength and ability of the outward man,
Again, a fourth thing that we ought to pray for for them, is strength and ability of the outward man,
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and all that fear God, and have felt the benefit of the Ministery, they do this, and God doth answer it.
and all that Fear God, and have felt the benefit of the Ministry, they do this, and God does answer it.
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Likewise to pray for protection and deliverance from unreasonable men, to pray for strength of spirit, and likewise for protection:
Likewise to pray for protection and deliverance from unreasonable men, to pray for strength of Spirit, and likewise for protection:
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For, as St. Paul saith, 2 Thess. 3. All men have not faith. Pray for us, that we may be delivered from unreasonable, absurd men: All have not Faith.
For, as Saint Paul Says, 2 Thess 3. All men have not faith. prey for us, that we may be Delivered from unreasonable, absurd men: All have not Faith.
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Men that believe not Gods truth, that believe not Gods Word, that are full of Atheisme, full of contempt and scorn, they are absurd men; though they think themselves the witty men of the world,
Men that believe not God's truth, that believe not God's Word, that Are full of Atheism, full of contempt and scorn, they Are absurd men; though they think themselves the witty men of the world,
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yet they are unreasonable, and absurd men; pray for us, that we may be delivered from unreasonable men.
yet they Are unreasonable, and absurd men; pray for us, that we may be Delivered from unreasonable men.
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Likewise from him that is the head of wicked men, the Devil.
Likewise from him that is the head of wicked men, the devil.
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He sees that the Ministers they are the Standard-bearers, they are the Captains of Gods Army, they stand not alone,
He sees that the Ministers they Are the Standard-bearers, they Are the Captains of God's Army, they stand not alone,
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and they fall not alone, many others fall with them.
and they fallen not alone, many Others fallen with them.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is no calling under heaven by which God conveyes so much good, as by the dispensation of his Ordinance in the Ministery,
There is no calling under heaven by which God conveys so much good, as by the Dispensation of his Ordinance in the Ministry,
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There are no men better if they be good, nor none more hurtfull if they be bad, none worse;
There Are no men better if they be good, nor none more hurtful if they be bad, none Worse;
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As Christ saith, They are the salt of the earth, to season the unsavory world, and if the salt have lost the savour, it is good for nothing but to be cast on the dunghill.
As christ Says, They Are the salt of the earth, to season the unsavoury world, and if the salt have lost the savour, it is good for nothing but to be cast on the dunghill.
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Therefore pray that God would deliver them from the Devil, who malignes them, they are the Butt of his malice, by his instruments.
Therefore pray that God would deliver them from the devil, who malignes them, they Are the Butt of his malice, by his Instruments.
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There are many that come to hear the Word to carpe, and to cavil, and to sit as Judges to examine,
There Are many that come to hear the Word to carp, and to cavil, and to fit as Judges to examine,
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but how few are there that pray for the Ministers? and surely, because they pray not, they profit not:
but how few Are there that pray for the Ministers? and surely, Because they pray not, they profit not:
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If we could pray more, we should profit more:
If we could pray more, we should profit more:
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I beseech you in the bowels of Christ, put up your petitions to God, that God would teach us (that are inferiour to you in other respects, setting aside our calling) that we may teach you, that we may instruct his people.
I beseech you in the bowels of christ, put up your petitions to God, that God would teach us (that Are inferior to you in other respects, setting aside our calling) that we may teach you, that we may instruct his people.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As John Baptist saith, The friends of the Bride learn of the Bridegroom, what to speake to the Spouse:
As John Baptist Says, The Friends of the Bride Learn of the Bridegroom, what to speak to the Spouse:
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so we learn from prayer, and from reading, we learn from Christ what to teach you.
so we Learn from prayer, and from reading, we Learn from christ what to teach you.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If you pray to God to teach us that we may teach you, you shall never go away without a blessing.
If you pray to God to teach us that we may teach you, you shall never go away without a blessing.
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And therefore, as I said, we see how the Apostle desires the Romans to strive and contend with him in prayer:
And Therefore, as I said, we see how the Apostle Desires the Romans to strive and contend with him in prayer:
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he useth all protestations, and obtestations, For the love of Christ and of his Spirit, &c. And, pray for us, that the Word may have a free passage, and be glorified.
he uses all protestations, and obtestations, For the love of christ and of his Spirit, etc. And, pray for us, that the Word may have a free passage, and be glorified.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In every Epistle still he urgeth, pray for us. The blessed Apostle was so heavenly-minded, that he would neglect no help that might further him in the Ministery.
In every Epistle still he urges, pray for us. The blessed Apostle was so heavenly-minded, that he would neglect no help that might further him in the Ministry.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So if we have Christian hearts, we will neglect no helps, not the help of the meanest Christian that we are acquainted with;
So if we have Christian hearts, we will neglect no helps, not the help of the Meanest Christian that we Are acquainted with;
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when he that was a great Apostle saith, Pray for us, strive in prayer for us, he prayes for the help of others prayer.
when he that was a great Apostle Says, Pray for us, strive in prayer for us, he prays for the help of Others prayer.
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So, the more gracious we are, and the nearer to God, the more we understand the things of God, the more carefull we shall be of this Christian duty of prayer,
So, the more gracious we Are, and the nearer to God, the more we understand the things of God, the more careful we shall be of this Christian duty of prayer,
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the Ministers, and for our selves, and others.
for the Ministers, and for our selves, and Others.
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Upon this ground, that it is Gods Ordinance, and there is nothing established by God that shall want a blessing.
Upon this ground, that it is God's Ordinance, and there is nothing established by God that shall want a blessing.
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so our good works may praise God as well as our tongues and hearts.
so our good works may praise God as well as our tongues and hearts.
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Therefore if we have faith, we will pray, the more faith, the more prayer: the greater faith, the greater prayer;
Therefore if we have faith, we will pray, the more faith, the more prayer: the greater faith, the greater prayer;
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(12) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ had the greatest faith, and he prayed whole nights together. St. Paul was mighty in faith, he was mighty in prayer:
christ had the greatest faith, and he prayed Whole nights together. Saint Paul was mighty in faith, he was mighty in prayer:
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where there is little faith, there will be little prayer: and where there is no faith, there will be no prayer.
where there is little faith, there will be little prayer: and where there is no faith, there will be no prayer.
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You also helping together by prayer for us. You also helping together by prayer for us.
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Mark the heavenly Art of the Apostle, he doth here insinuate, and inwrap an exhortation by taking it for granted that they would pray for him.
Mark the heavenly Art of the Apostle, he does Here insinuate, and enwrap an exhortation by taking it for granted that they would pray for him.
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It is the most cunning way to convey an exhortation, by way of taking it for granted, and by way of encouragement. The Lord will deliver me:
It is the most cunning Way to convey an exhortation, by Way of taking it for granted, and by Way of encouragement. The Lord will deliver me:
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he doth not say, therefore I pray help me by your prayers;
he does not say, Therefore I pray help me by your Prayers;
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but the Lord will deliver me if you help me, and I know I shall not want your prayers:
but the Lord will deliver me if you help me, and I know I shall not want your Prayers:
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he takes it for granted that they would pray for him: and granted truths are the strongest truthes.
he Takes it for granted that they would pray for him: and granted truths Are the Strongest truths.
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It is the best way to encourage any man, if we know any good in him, to take it for granted that he will do so:
It is the best Way to encourage any man, if we know any good in him, to take it for granted that he will do so:
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and so I shall be delivered, you helping together by your prayers.
and so I shall be Delivered, you helping together by your Prayers.
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That for the gift bestowed upon us by the meanes of many persons, thanks may be given by many on our behalf.
That for the gift bestowed upon us by the means of many Persons, thanks may be given by many on our behalf.
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After he had set down the means that God would convey the blessing by (which was prayer) then he shewes the end,
After he had Set down the means that God would convey the blessing by (which was prayer) then he shows the end,
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why God would deliver him by prayer;
why God would deliver him by prayer;
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For the gift of health and deliverance bestowed upon me, by the means of many prayers of many persons:
For the gift of health and deliverance bestowed upon me, by the means of many Prayers of many Persons:
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Likewise thanks shall be given by many on our behalf: Likewise thanks shall be given by many on our behalf:
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that is, on my behalf yea, as many shall be ready to thank God for my deliverance and health,
that is, on my behalf yea, as many shall be ready to thank God for my deliverance and health,
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as before many prayed to God for it:
as before many prayed to God for it:
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so that in this regard, God in love to his own praise and glory will deliver me by your prayers,
so that in this regard, God in love to his own praise and glory will deliver me by your Prayers,
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because he shall gain praise, and praise of many. That for the gift bestowed, &c. And first, for the words somewhat.
Because he shall gain praise, and praise of many. That for the gift bestowed, etc. And First, for the words somewhat.
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(For the gift bestowed on us.) Deliverance and health is a gift, Charisma, a free gift. (For the gift bestowed on us.) Deliverance and health is a gift, Charisma, a free gift.
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If health be a gift, what are greater things? they are much more a free gift,
If health be a gift, what Are greater things? they Are much more a free gift,
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and when there is a jar and disproportion in the humours, then followes a hurting of the powers,
and when there is a jar and disproportion in the humours, then follows a hurting of the Powers,
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if daily bread be a gift, certainly eternal life is much more a gift, The gift of God is eternal life, Rom. 6. ult. Away with conceit of merit:
if daily bred be a gift, Certainly Eternal life is much more a gift, The gift of God is Eternal life, Rom. 6. ult. Away with conceit of merit:
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if we merit not daily bread, if we merit not outward deliverance, if we merit not health, what can we do for eternal life? It is a doting conceit, a meer foolish conceit then to think that the begger merits his Almes by begging (prayer being the chief work we do) what doth the begger merit by begging? begging it is a disavowing of merit.
if we merit not daily bred, if we merit not outward deliverance, if we merit not health, what can we do for Eternal life? It is a doting conceit, a mere foolish conceit then to think that the beggar merits his Alms by begging (prayer being the chief work we do) what does the beggar merit by begging? begging it is a disavowing of merit.
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Health you see here it is a gift bestowed by prayer, that for the gift bestowed upon us, &c. Things come to be ours, either by contract, or by gift;
Health you see Here it is a gift bestowed by prayer, that for the gift bestowed upon us, etc. Things come to be ours, either by contract, or by gift;
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if it be by contract, then we know what we have to do:
if it be by contract, then we know what we have to do:
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if it be by gift, the onely way to get a thing by gift, is prayer:
if it be by gift, the only Way to get a thing by gift, is prayer:
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so that which is gotten here by prayer, it is called a gift, not onely a gift for the freenesse of it,
so that which is got Here by prayer, it is called a gift, not only a gift for the freeness of it,
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but because health and deliverance out of trouble, is a great and special gift.
but Because health and deliverance out of trouble, is a great and special gift.
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For, as it seemes, St Paul here was desperately sick, (I rather incline to that then any other deliverance) I received the sentence of death, &c.
For, as it seems, Saint Paul Here was desperately sick, (I rather incline to that then any other deliverance) I received the sentence of death, etc.
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Is not health a gift? Is it not the foundation of all the comforts of this life? what would riches comfort us? what would friends comfort us? bring all to a sick man,
Is not health a gift? Is it not the Foundation of all the comforts of this life? what would riches Comfort us? what would Friends Comfort us? bring all to a sick man,
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alas, he hath no relish in any thing, because he wants the ground of all earthly comforts, he wants health.
alas, he hath no relish in any thing, Because he Wants the ground of all earthly comforts, he Wants health.
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Therefore you know the Grecians accounted that a chief blessing; if they had health they were contented with any estate.
Therefore you know the Greeks accounted that a chief blessing; if they had health they were contented with any estate.
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A poor man in a mean estate with a little competency, is more happie, then the greatest Monarch in the world that is under sicknesse and paine of body.
A poor man in a mean estate with a little competency, is more happy, then the greatest Monarch in the world that is under sickness and pain of body.
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Health it is comfort it self, and it sweetens all other comforts.
Health it is Comfort it self, and it sweetens all other comforts.
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Therefore it is a matter that especially we should blesse God for, both for preventing health, God keeps us out of sicknesse,
Therefore it is a matter that especially we should bless God for, both for preventing health, God keeps us out of sickness,
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and likewise for delivering us out of it: for both are like favours:
and likewise for delivering us out of it: for both Are like favours:
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& they that have a constant enjoyment of their health, should as well praise God as they that are delivered out of sicknesse.
& they that have a constant enjoyment of their health, should as well praise God as they that Are Delivered out of sickness.
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It is Gods goodnesse that they do not fall into sicknesse. There is the ground of sicknesse in every man:
It is God's Goodness that they do not fallen into sickness. There is the ground of sickness in every man:
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though he had no outward enemy in the world, yet God can distemper the humours,
though he had no outward enemy in the world, yet God can distemper the humours,
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and odour can be to us.
and odour can be to us.
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and a hindering of the actions, &c. We should blesse God for the continuance of health, it is a special gift. For the gift bestowed.
and a hindering of the actions, etc. We should bless God for the Continuance of health, it is a special gift. For the gift bestowed.
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(By the meanes of many persons.) God bestowed health on Saint Paul, but it was by the meanes of many prayers of many persons.(By the means of many Persons.) God bestowed health on Saint Paul, but it was by the means of many Prayers of many Persons.
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Would not God have bestowed health upon Saint Paul, if he had not had their prayers? Yes doubtlesse:
Would not God have bestowed health upon Saint Paul, if he had not had their Prayers? Yes doubtless:
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but yet notwitstanding when there are many prayers they prevail much more; many streames make a river run more strongly, and so many prayers prevail strongly.
but yet notwithstanding when there Are many Prayers they prevail much more; many streams make a river run more strongly, and so many Prayers prevail strongly.
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Health is such a blessing as may be begged by others.
Health is such a blessing as may be begged by Others.
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Therefore it is a good thing in sicknesse, and in any trouble, to beg the the prayers of others, that they may beg health and deliverance of God for us.
Therefore it is a good thing in sickness, and in any trouble, to beg the the Prayers of Others, that they may beg health and deliverance of God for us.
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The good Corinthians here, they pray Saint Paul out of his trouble.
The good Corinthians Here, they pray Saint Paul out of his trouble.
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And God so far honours his Children, even the meanest, that they are a meanes to beg health and deliverance for others,
And God so Far honours his Children, even the Meanest, that they Are a means to beg health and deliverance for Others,
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even to pray them out of this or that trouble.
even to pray them out of this or that trouble.
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And what a comfort and encouragement is this, that a Christian hath so many factors for him? he hath all the Saints in the world that say, Our Father, praying for him.
And what a Comfort and encouragement is this, that a Christian hath so many Factors for him? he hath all the Saints in the world that say, Our Father, praying for him.
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He must needs be rich that hath a world of factors, that hath a stock going in every part of the world.
He must needs be rich that hath a world of Factors, that hath a stock going in every part of the world.
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A Christien hath factors all the world over, he is a member of the mysticall body,
A Christien hath Factors all the world over, he is a member of the mystical body,
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and many prayers are made for him, it is a great comfort.
and many Prayers Are made for him, it is a great Comfort.
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And it is a great encouragement for us to pray for one another, considering that God will so far honour us.
And it is a great encouragement for us to pray for one Another, considering that God will so Far honour us.
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St. Pauls health here it was a gift by the prayers of many.
Saint Paul's health Here it was a gift by the Prayers of many.
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But thou wilt object, I am a weak Christian, a sinful creature, what should God regard my prayers? Alas, my prayers will do you little good.
But thou wilt Object, I am a weak Christian, a sinful creature, what should God regard my Prayers? Alas, my Prayers will do you little good.
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Yes, they will do much, not onely for thy self, but for others:
Yes, they will do much, not only for thy self, but for Others:
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what are prayers? are they not incense kindled by the fire of the blessed Spirit of God? Are they not in themselves good motions, stirred up by the Spirit? themselves in their nature are good,
what Are Prayers? Are they not incense kindled by the fire of the blessed Spirit of God? are they not in themselves good motions, stirred up by the Spirit? themselves in their nature Are good,
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though they be imperfect, and stayned. The Spirir that stirs them up is good, the good Spirit of God.
though they be imperfect, and stained. The Spirir that stirs them up is good, the good Spirit of God.
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We know not how to pray, but the Spirit teacheth us.We know not how to pray, but the Spirit Teaches us.
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That is one reason why God will have many to pray to him, that he may have many praises.
That is one reason why God will have many to pray to him, that he may have many praises.
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The Mediator through whom they are offered, who mingles his odour with them, Revel. 8. 3. He is the Angel, that mingleth odours with the prayers of the Saints, and makes them acceptable to God.
The Mediator through whom they Are offered, who mingles his odour with them, Revel. 8. 3. He is the Angel, that mingleth odours with the Prayers of the Saints, and makes them acceptable to God.
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The person likewise that offers them is good:
The person likewise that offers them is good:
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what is he? 〈 ◊ 〉? is he not Gods Child? do not parents love tohear the voyce of their Children? if therefore the person be good (though weak) and the prayer be good,
what is he? 〈 ◊ 〉? is he not God's Child? do not Parents love tohear the voice of their Children? if Therefore the person be good (though weak) and the prayer be good,
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and the Spirit good, and the Mediatour so good, then let no man be discouraged, not onely to pray for himself, but to pray for others.
and the Spirit good, and the Mediator so good, then let no man be discouraged, not only to pray for himself, but to pray for Others.
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God would hear the Corinthians, (though they were stained with Schisme, and with other weaknesses,) they were none of the most refined Churches that Saint Paul wrote to,
God would hear the Corinthians, (though they were stained with Schism, and with other Weaknesses,) they were none of the most refined Churches that Saint Paul wrote to,
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as we may see in the first Epistle, yet saith Saint Paul, my health and deliverance is a gift,
as we may see in the First Epistle, yet Says Saint Paul, my health and deliverance is a gift,
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and a gift, by the prayers of many, weak and strong joyning together.
and a gift, by the Prayers of many, weak and strong joining together.
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It is the subtilty of Satan, and our own hearts joyne with him in the temptation:
It is the subtlety of Satan, and our own hearts join with him in the temptation:
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What should I pray? my conscience tells me this and that.
What should I pray? my conscience tells me this and that.
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Doest thou mean to be so still, then indeed, as it is, Psal. 66. If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not heare my prayer:
Dost thou mean to be so still, then indeed, as it is, Psalm 66. If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear my prayer:
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but if thou have repented thee of thy sins, and intenedst to lead a new life for the time to come, God will heare thy prayers, not onely for thy self, but for others:
but if thou have repented thee of thy Sins, and intenedst to led a new life for the time to come, God will hear thy Prayers, not only for thy self, but for Others:
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God will bestow gifts upon others, by meanes of thy prayers. To go on, Thanks may be given by many persons.
God will bestow Gifts upon Others, by means of thy Prayers. To go on, Thanks may be given by many Persons.
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Gods end in delivering St. Paul by prayer, was that he might have many thanks for many prayers,
God's end in delivering Saint Paul by prayer, was that he might have many thanks for many Prayers,
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when they were heard once, that thanks may be given by many [ on our behalfe, ] that is,
when they were herd once, that thanks may be given by many [ on our behalf, ] that is,
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because we are delivered, and restored to health, and strength again, to serve the Church as we did before:
Because we Are Delivered, and restored to health, and strength again, to serve the Church as we did before:
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you see here how Prayse follows prayer. Many prayers, and then many praises, these follow one another; Indeed this is Gods order;
you see Here how Praise follows prayer. Many Prayers, and then many praises, these follow one Another; Indeed this is God's order;
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and we see in nature, where there is a receiving there is a giving.
and we see in nature, where there is a receiving there is a giving.
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We see, the earth, it receives fruit, it yields fruit, as Christ saith of the good ground, sixty-fold, many-fold.
We see, the earth, it receives fruit, it yields fruit, as christ Says of the good ground, sixty-fold, manifold.
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You see bodies that receive the Sun, they reflect their beams back to the Sun again.
You see bodies that receive the Sun, they reflect their beams back to the Sun again.
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The streams as they come from the Sea:
The streams as they come from the Sea:
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so by an unwearied motion they return back again to the Sea. And men do eate the fruit of their own flocks, they reap the fruit of their own Orchards and Gardens.
so by an unwearied motion they return back again to the Sea. And men do eat the fruit of their own flocks, they reap the fruit of their own Orchards and Gardens.
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In nature, whatsoever receives, it returns it back again.
In nature, whatsoever receives, it returns it back again.
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The influence and light that those heavenly bodies, the stars, and the Planets, &c. have from the Sun, who is the chiefe light of all, they bestow it upon the inferiour bodies:
The influence and Light that those heavenly bodies, the Stars, and the Planets, etc. have from the Sun, who is the chief Light of all, they bestow it upon the inferior bodies:
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you see it in nature, much more is it in grace:
you see it in nature, much more is it in grace:
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what we receive from God by gift, obtained by prayer, he must have the praise for it, many prayers, many praises.
what we receive from God by gift, obtained by prayer, he must have the praise for it, many Prayers, many praises.
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As soon as ever a benefit is received, presently there is an obligation, a natural obligation,
As soon as ever a benefit is received, presently there is an obligation, a natural obligation,
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and a religious obligation, upon the receipt of a benefit, there must be some thought of returning something presently.
and a religious obligation, upon the receipt of a benefit, there must be Some Thought of returning something presently.
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It teacheth us, what a horrible sin ingratitude is:
It Teaches us, what a horrible since ingratitude is:
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It is the grave of all Gods blessings, it receives all, and never returns any thing back again.
It is the grave of all God's blessings, it receives all, and never returns any thing back again.
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As those Lepers, they never came back again to thank Christ, but only the tenth, a poore Samaritan. Men are eager to sue to God, restlesse till they have that they would have, As those Lepers, they never Come back again to thank christ, but only the tenth, a poor Samaritan. Men Are eager to sue to God, restless till they have that they would have,
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but then they are barren and unfruitfull, they yield nothing back again. After prayer there must be praise and thanksgiving.
but then they Are barren and unfruitful, they yield nothing back again. After prayer there must be praise and thanksgiving.
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It condemneth our backwardnesse, and untowardnesse in this kind;
It Condemneth our backwardness, and untowardness in this kind;
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like little Children, they are ready to beg favours, but when they come to thanksgiving, they look another way,
like little Children, they Are ready to beg favours, but when they come to thanksgiving, they look Another Way,
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as if it were irksome to them:
as if it were irksome to them:
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So it is with our nature, when we go about this heavenly duty, we give God a formall word or two, Thanks be to God, &c. But we never work our hearts to thankfulnesse.
So it is with our nature, when we go about this heavenly duty, we give God a formal word or two, Thanks be to God, etc. But we never work our hearts to thankfulness.
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That thanks may be given By many.That thanks may be given By many.
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As the prayers of many are mighty with God to prevail, so likewise the praises of many are very grateful and acceptable to God.
As the Prayers of many Are mighty with God to prevail, so likewise the praises of many Are very grateful and acceptable to God.
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Even as it is with instruments;
Even as it is with Instruments;
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the sweetnesse of musick ariseth from many instruments, and from the concord of all the strings in every instrument:
the sweetness of music arises from many Instruments, and from the concord of all the strings in every Instrument:
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when every instrument hath many strings, and all are in tune, it makes sweet harmonie, it makes sweet concord.
when every Instrument hath many strings, and all Are in tune, it makes sweet harmony, it makes sweet concord.
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So when many give God thanks, and every one hath a good heart set in tune,
So when many give God thanks, and every one hath a good heart Set in tune,
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when they are good Christians all, it is wondrous acceptable musick to God, it is sweet incense, more acceptable to God then any sweet favour,
when they Are good Christians all, it is wondrous acceptable music to God, it is sweet incense, more acceptable to God then any sweet favour,
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It is a comely thing for Brethren to live in unity, as it is, Psalme 131. If to praise God be a comely thing,
It is a comely thing for Brothers to live in unity, as it is, Psalm 131. If to praise God be a comely thing,
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and if concord be a comely thing, then when both meet together, it must needs be wondrous beautifull,
and if concord be a comely thing, then when both meet together, it must needs be wondrous beautiful,
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and wondrous acceptable to God, when many brethren meet and joyn to praise God.
and wondrous acceptable to God, when many brothers meet and join to praise God.
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Therefore it is said, Act. 2. in the Churches new conversion, they met all together as one man, they were of one heart and one soul,
Therefore it is said, Act. 2. in the Churches new conversion, they met all together as one man, they were of one heart and one soul,
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and they were given to prayer, and to praising of God;
and they were given to prayer, and to praising of God;
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a blessed estate of that beginning Church, they were all as one man, of one heart, of one spirit, of one soul.
a blessed estate of that beginning Church, they were all as one man, of one heart, of one Spirit, of one soul.
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As the blessed Angells, and blessed spirits in heaven, they all joyn together, as it is in Revel. 14. The blessed man heard a voice in heaven as the voyce of many waters,
As the blessed Angels, and blessed spirits in heaven, they all join together, as it is in Revel. 14. The blessed man herd a voice in heaven as the voice of many waters,
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and of great thunder, and he heard the voice of harpers, and they sang a new song:
and of great thunder, and he herd the voice of harpers, and they sang a new song:
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there were many harps, but one song, one thanksgiving, one Heart, one spirit in all, wondrous acceptable to God.
there were many harps, but one song, one thanksgiving, one Heart, one Spirit in all, wondrous acceptable to God.
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This should make us in love with publick meetings. Severed thanksgiving is not so acceptable a thanksgiving.
This should make us in love with public meetings. Severed thanksgiving is not so acceptable a thanksgiving.
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God doth bestow all good upon us in the body, as we knit our selves not onely in thanksgiving to him,
God does bestow all good upon us in the body, as we knit our selves not only in thanksgiving to him,
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but in love to the Church, as all things are derived from God to us in the body,
but in love to the Church, as all things Are derived from God to us in the body,
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so let our praise return to God in the body as much as we may.
so let our praise return to God in the body as much as we may.
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It shews what a hatefull thing Schisme and division is in the Church, besides many other inconveniences God wants glory by it.
It shows what a hateful thing Schism and division is in the Church, beside many other inconveniences God Wants glory by it.
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God loves to be praised by many joyning together.
God loves to be praised by many joining together.
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As the Apostle saith here, Thanks shall be given by many, &c. Many, not as they are many persons,
As the Apostle Says Here, Thanks shall be given by many, etc. Many, not as they Are many Persons,
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but as they are many godly persons that are led by the Spirit of God.
but as they Are many godly Persons that Are led by the Spirit of God.
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Therefore if the praise of many be so acceptable, it should first be an incouragement to union.
Therefore if the praise of many be so acceptable, it should First be an encouragement to Union.
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In John 17. saith our Saviour Christ there, I pray, that they may be one, as we are one.
In John 17. Says our Saviour christ there, I pray, that they may be one, as we Are one.
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It was the sum of that heavenly prayer, the unity of the Church to the end of the world, That they may be one, as we are one:
It was the sum of that heavenly prayer, the unity of the Church to the end of the world, That they may be one, as we Are one:
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the Trinity should be the patern of our unity.
the Trinity should be the pattern of our unity.
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Because, I say, all good is in union, and all that comes from us that is accepted of God, it must be in peace and union.
Because, I say, all good is in Union, and all that comes from us that is accepted of God, it must be in peace and Union.
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God so loves peace, and a quiet disposition inclinable to peace, that he neglects his own service till we have made peace one with another, Mat. 5. If thou have any offence with thy brother, if thou have done him any wrong,
God so loves peace, and a quiet disposition inclinable to peace, that he neglects his own service till we have made peace one with Another, Mathew 5. If thou have any offence with thy brother, if thou have done him any wrong,
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or he thee, go and be reconciled to him, and then come and bring thy offering.
or he thee, go and be reconciled to him, and then come and bring thy offering.
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God will stay for his own offering, he is content to stay for his own service till we be at peace one with another,
God will stay for his own offering, he is content to stay for his own service till we be At peace one with Another,
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whether it be prayer or praise, if we be not at peace it is not acceptable.
whither it be prayer or praise, if we be not At peace it is not acceptable.
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Again, this should teach us to stir up others when we praise God, (and others have cause as well as we) that thanks may be given by many.
Again, this should teach us to stir up Others when we praise God, (and Others have cause as well as we) that thanks may be given by many.
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When we are in trouble call upon others, and as it is the common and commendable fashion, desire others to pray for us, that prayer may be made by many:
When we Are in trouble call upon Others, and as it is the Common and commendable fashion, desire Others to pray for us, that prayer may be made by many:
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and when we receive any favour, any deliverance from any great danger, acquaint others with it, that thanks may be given by many.
and when we receive any favour, any deliverance from any great danger, acquaint Others with it, that thanks may be given by many.
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It was the practice of David in Psalme 66. Come, I will tell you what the Lord hath done for my soul.
It was the practice of David in Psalm 66. Come, I will tell you what the Lord hath done for my soul.
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And in Psal. 34. and in Psal. 142. ult.
And in Psalm 34. and in Psalm 142. ult.
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Bring my soul out of trouble, that I may praise thy Name, and what shall others do? Then the righteous shall compasse me about, Bring my soul out of trouble, that I may praise thy Name, and what shall Others doe? Then the righteous shall compass me about,
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for thou hast dealt bountifully with me. for thou hast dealt bountifully with me.
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Shewing that it is the fashion of righteous men, when God hath dealt graciously with any of his Children, they compasse him about, to be acquainted with the passages of divine providence,
Showing that it is the fashion of righteous men, when God hath dealt graciously with any of his Children, they compass him about, to be acquainted with the passages of divine providence,
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and Gods goodnesse towards them, The righteous shall compasse me about, for thou hast dealt bountifully with me.
and God's Goodness towards them, The righteous shall compass me about, for thou hast dealt bountifully with me.
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Holy David in Psalme 103. he stirs up every creature to praise God, even the creatures of haile, of stormes,
Holy David in Psalm 103. he stirs up every creature to praise God, even the creatures of hail, of storms,
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and windes, and every thing, even the Blessed Angels, as we see in the latter end of that Psalme:
and winds, and every thing, even the Blessed Angels, as we see in the latter end of that Psalm:
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as if thanksgiving were an imployment fit for Angells (and indeed so it is,) and as if all his own praise were not enough except all the creatures in heaven and earth should joyn with him in that blessed Melody to praise God, the Angells, and all creatures praise God.
as if thanksgiving were an employment fit for Angels (and indeed so it is,) and as if all his own praise were not enough except all the creatures in heaven and earth should join with him in that blessed Melody to praise God, the Angels, and all creatures praise God.
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Let us stir up one another to this exercise.
Let us stir up one Another to this exercise.
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How do the creatures praise God? They do praise God by thy tongue: (although they have a kind of secret praise which God heares well enough,
How do the creatures praise God? They do praise God by thy tongue: (although they have a kind of secret praise which God hears well enough,
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for they do their duty in their place willinglly and chearfuly, but) they praise God in our tongues:
for they do their duty in their place willinglly and cheerfully, but) they praise God in our tongues:
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every creature gives us occasion of praising God. That thanks may be given by many, &c. Many give thanks here for one Saint Paul, for the Minister.
every creature gives us occasion of praising God. That thanks may be given by many, etc. Many give thanks Here for one Saint Paul, for the Minister.
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We see here Gods end, that many should praise God not onely for themselves, but for others, especially for those by whom God conveys,
We see Here God's end, that many should praise God not only for themselves, but for Others, especially for those by whom God conveys,
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and derives good unto them, whether outward or spirituall good. The Apostle exhorts us to pray for all men, 1 Tim. 2. For Kings, yea,
and derives good unto them, whither outward or spiritual good. The Apostle exhorts us to pray for all men, 1 Tim. 2. For Kings, yea,
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though they were persecuting Kings at that time.
though they were persecuting Kings At that time.
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And surely if we ought to pray to God for all mankind, we ought to praise God for all sorts of men, especially for Governours and Ministers, &c. because God by them bestowes his greatest blessings. Obey the Magistrate:
And surely if we ought to pray to God for all mankind, we ought to praise God for all sorts of men, especially for Governors and Ministers, etc. Because God by them bestows his greatest blessings. Obey the Magistrate:
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Let every soule be subject to the higher Powers: Let every soul be Subject to the higher Powers:
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for the powers that are, are ordained of God, and he is the Minister of God for thy good; for the Powers that Are, Are ordained of God, and he is the Minister of God for thy good;
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so the Governours and Ministers of God are for our good.
so the Governors and Ministers of God Are for our good.
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We ought therefore (as to pray for them, that they may execute their office for our good,
We ought Therefore (as to pray for them, that they may execute their office for our good,
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so) to praise God for the good we have by them.
so) to praise God for the good we have by them.
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You know David stirred up the people to mourn for Saul (though a Tyrant:) He cloathed you, and your Daughters (saith he) with skarlet. If they should praise God for a persecuting King,
You know David stirred up the people to mourn for Saul (though a Tyrant:) He clothed you, and your Daughters (Says he) with scarlet. If they should praise God for a persecuting King,
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and mourn for him when he was gone, much more should we for those that are good.
and mourn for him when he was gone, much more should we for those that Are good.
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And so likewise for Pastors, we ought to praise God for them, and all that have good by them will pray to God, and praise God for them.
And so likewise for Pastors, we ought to praise God for them, and all that have good by them will pray to God, and praise God for them.
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And undoubtedly it is a sign of a man that hath no good by them, that prayes not for them,
And undoubtedly it is a Signen of a man that hath no good by them, that prays not for them,
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and that praiseth not God by them;
and that Praiseth not God by them;
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we ought to praise God in that proportion, as well as to pray to God one for another.
we ought to praise God in that proportion, as well as to pray to God one for Another.
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And this should stir us up to be good to many, that many may praise God, not onely for themselves, but for us. And this should stir us up to be good to many, that many may praise God, not only for themselves, but for us.
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If it be our duty to pray for those that we derive good by, and to praise God for them,
If it be our duty to pray for those that we derive good by, and to praise God for them,
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then let us labour to be such as may communicate to others.
then let us labour to be such as may communicate to Others.
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Good is diffusive, and good men are like the box in the Gospell, that when it was opened all the house smelled of it.
Good is diffusive, and good men Are like the box in the Gospel, that when it was opened all the house smelled of it.
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The heathen Philosopher said, that a just man, a good man is a common good, like a publick stream, like a publick Conduit, that every man hath a share in.
The heathen Philosopher said, that a just man, a good man is a Common good, like a public stream, like a public Conduit, that every man hath a share in.
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Therefore as the Wise man saith, When good men are exalted, the City rejoyceth, many rejoyce.
Therefore as the Wise man Says, When good men Are exalted, the city Rejoiceth, many rejoice.
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Who would not therefore labour in this respect to be good, to have a publick disposition, to have a large heart, to doe all the good we can? That so we may not onely have more prayers to God for us,
Who would not Therefore labour in this respect to be good, to have a public disposition, to have a large heart, to do all the good we can? That so we may not only have more Prayers to God for us,
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but we may have more praise to God for us, that God may gaine by it.
but we may have more praise to God for us, that God may gain by it.
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That thanks may be given by many on our behalf. That thanks may be given by many on our behalf.
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Let us take notice of our negligence in this kind, and be stirred up to this blessed duty.
Let us take notice of our negligence in this kind, and be stirred up to this blessed duty.
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And therefore consider wherein it consists.
And Therefore Consider wherein it consists.
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It consists in our taking notice of the favours of God to our selves, and others, It consists in our taking notice of the favours of God to our selves, and Others,
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and in valuing the good things that we praise God for, to esteem them.
and in valuing the good things that we praise God for, to esteem them.
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The Children of Israel, they did not blesse God for the mannah, they did not value it, This Mannah, this Mannah, in scorn.
The Children of Israel, they did not bless God for the Manna, they did not valve it, This Manna, this Manna, in scorn.
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So in Psalme 106. They neglected Gods pleasant things, they set light by them.
So in Psalm 106. They neglected God's pleasant things, they Set Light by them.
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Hosea 8. 12. He gave them the great things of his law, and they accounted them as slight, as strange things, not worthy to be regarded. Praise consists in taking notice; Hosea 8. 12. He gave them the great things of his law, and they accounted them as slight, as strange things, not worthy to be regarded. Praise consists in taking notice;
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and not onely in taking notice, but in remembring and minding them, as in Psal. 103. My soul, praise the Lord,
and not only in taking notice, but in remembering and minding them, as in Psalm 103. My soul, praise the Lord,
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and forget not all his benefits. and forget not all his benefits.
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And likewise in an estimation of them, and likewise in expressing this thankfulnesse in words, Awake my glory, our tongues are our glory:
And likewise in an estimation of them, and likewise in expressing this thankfulness in words, Awake my glory, our tongues Are our glory:
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especially as they are instruments to praise and glorifie God:
especially as they Are Instruments to praise and Glorify God:
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we cannot use our language better then to speak the language of Canaan in praising of God.
we cannot use our language better then to speak the language of Canaan in praising of God.
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Likewise, praise consists in doing good, which is reall praise, though we say nothing. Moses cryed to God, though he spake not a word.
Likewise, praise consists in doing good, which is real praise, though we say nothing. Moses cried to God, though he spoke not a word.
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Evill works have a crie, although they say nothing. Abels blood cried against Cain: and as evill works, so good works have a crie:
Evil works have a cry, although they say nothing. Abel's blood cried against Cain: and as evil works, so good works have a cry:
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though a man praise not God with his tongue, his works praise God. Job saith, The sides of the poore blessed him.
though a man praise not God with his tongue, his works praise God. Job Says, The sides of the poor blessed him.
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What could their sides speak? No, but there was a reall thanksgiving to God, their sides blessed God:
What could their sides speak? No, but there was a real thanksgiving to God, their sides blessed God:
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The heavens and the earth they praise God, though they say nothing, because they stir us up to say something.
The heavens and the earth they praise God, though they say nothing, Because they stir us up to say something.
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Let men see your good workes, that they may take occasion from thence to blesse God, saith Christ.Let men see your good works, that they may take occasion from thence to bless God, Says christ.
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Or else your praising of God is but a meer complementing with God:
Or Else your praising of God is but a mere Complimenting with God:
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to give him thanks with the tongue, and after to dishonour him with your lives, Psal. 50. What hast thou to do to take my Name into thy mouth,
to give him thanks with the tongue, and After to dishonour him with your lives, Psalm 50. What hast thou to do to take my Name into thy Mouth,
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sith thou hatest to be reformed? what hast thou to do to take my Name into thy mouth either in prayer or in praise,sith thou Hatest to be reformed? what hast thou to do to take my Name into thy Mouth either in prayer or in praise,
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when thou hatest to be reformed? High words are unseemly for a foole saith the Wise man) and what higher words then praise? Therefore praise for a man that lives in a blasphemous course of life, in a filthy course of life, praise is too high a word for a fool:
when thou Hatest to be reformed? High words Are unseemly for a fool Says the Wise man) and what higher words then praise? Therefore praise for a man that lives in a blasphemous course of life, in a filthy course of life, praise is too high a word for a fool:
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we must praise God in our lives, or else not at all: God will not accept of it. It consists in these things.
we must praise God in our lives, or Else not At all: God will not accept of it. It consists in these things.
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Now some directions how to perform it for our selves and others. Now Some directions how to perform it for our selves and Others.
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If we would praise God for our selves, or for any, then let us look about us, let us looke above us,
If we would praise God for our selves, or for any, then let us look about us, let us look above us,
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and beneath us, let us look backward, look to the present, look forward: every thing puts songs of praise into our mouth.
and beneath us, let us look backward, look to the present, look forward: every thing puts songs of praise into our Mouth.
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Have we not matter enough of our own to praise God for? let us look about us, to the prosperity of others:
Have we not matter enough of our own to praise God for? let us look about us, to the Prosperity of Others:
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let us praise God for the Ministery, praise God for the Magistracy, praise God for the government wherein we live.
let us praise God for the Ministry, praise God for the Magistracy, praise God for the government wherein we live.
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There are many grievances in the best government, but a Christian heart considereth what good he hath by that government, what good he hath by that ordinance,
There Are many grievances in the best government, but a Christian heart Considereth what good he hath by that government, what good he hath by that Ordinance,
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and doth not onely delight to feed on the blemishes, as flies do upon sores: it is a sign of a naughty heart to do so.
and does not only delight to feed on the blemishes, as flies do upon sores: it is a Signen of a naughty heart to do so.
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Although a man should not be insensible of the ills of the times: (for else how should we pray against them?) yet he is not so sensible as to forget the good he hath by them.
Although a man should not be insensible of the ills of the times: (for Else how should we pray against them?) yet he is not so sensible as to forget the good he hath by them.
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If we would praise God, let us look to the good, and not so much upon the ill.
If we would praise God, let us look to the good, and not so much upon the ill.
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Look up to heaven, look to the earth, to the sea.
Look up to heaven, look to the earth, to the sea.
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David occasions praise from every creature, every creature ministers matter of praise, from the stars to the dust, from heaven to earth, from the Cedar to the Hisop that growes by the wall.David occasions praise from every creature, every creature Ministers matter of praise, from the Stars to the dust, from heaven to earth, from the Cedar to the Hisop that grows by the wall.
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Is there not a beam of Gods goodnesse in every creature? have we not use of every creature? we must praise God not only for the Majesty,
Is there not a beam of God's Goodness in every creature? have we not use of every creature? we must praise God not only for the Majesty,
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and order that shines in them, but for the use of them in respect of us.
and order that shines in them, but for the use of them in respect of us.
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And so let us look to the works of Providence, as well as to the works of Creation.
And so let us look to the works of Providence, as well as to the works of Creation.
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Look to Gods work in his Church, his confounding of his enemies, his deliverance of his Church, the Churches abroad, our owne Church, our owne persons, our friends:
Look to God's work in his Church, his confounding of his enemies, his deliverance of his Church, the Churches abroad, our own Church, our own Persons, our Friends:
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thus we should feed our selves, that we may have matter of praising God. God gives us matter every day;
thus we should feed our selves, that we may have matter of praising God. God gives us matter every day;
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he renewes his favours upon the place wherein we live, and upon us, as itis, Lam. 3. It is his mercy that we are not all consumed.
he renews his favours upon the place wherein we live, and upon us, as itis, Lam. 3. It is his mercy that we Are not all consumed.
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Let us look back to the favours that we have injoyed:
Let us look back to the favours that we have enjoyed:
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let us look for the present, what doth he do for us? The Apostle saith here, God doth deliver us:
let us look for the present, what does he do for us? The Apostle Says Here, God does deliver us:
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doth he not give deliverance, and favour, and grace? inward grace for the time to come? hath he not reserved an inheritance, immortall,
does he not give deliverance, and favour, and grace? inward grace for the time to come? hath he not reserved an inheritance, immortal,
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and undefiled in the heavens for us? Wherefore doth he bestow things present: and wherefore doth he reveal things laid up for us for the time to come,
and undefiled in the heavens for us? Wherefore does he bestow things present: and Wherefore does he reveal things laid up for us for the time to come,
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but that we should praise him, but that we should praise him for that which he means to do afterwards? Blessed be God the Father, who hath begotten us to an inheritance immortall,
but that we should praise him, but that we should praise him for that which he means to do afterwards? Blessed be God the Father, who hath begotten us to an inheritance immortal,
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and undefiled, &c. saith St. Peter. God reveals good things that are to come, that we are heires apparent to the Crown of glory;and undefiled, etc. Says Saint Peter. God reveals good things that Are to come, that we Are Heirs apparent to the Crown of glory;
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this is revealed, that we might praise him now, that we might begin the imployment of heaven upon earth.
this is revealed, that we might praise him now, that we might begin the employment of heaven upon earth.
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Let us look upward and downward, let us look about us, look inward, look backward, look to the present, look forward, every thing ministreth matter of praise to God. Yea, our very crosses:
Let us look upward and downward, let us look about us, look inward, look backward, look to the present, look forward, every thing Ministereth matter of praise to God. Yea, our very Crosses:
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happie is he whom God vouchsafeth to be angry with, that he doth not give him over to a Reprobate sense to fill up his sins,
happy is he whom God vouchsafeth to be angry with, that he does not give him over to a Reprobate sense to fill up his Sins,
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but that he will correct him to pull him from ill courses: happie is he that God vouchsafeth to be angry with in evill courses.
but that he will correct him to pull him from ill courses: happy is he that God vouchsafeth to be angry with in evil courses.
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There is a blessing hid in ill, in the Crosse. In all things give thanks, saith the Apostle:
There is a blessing hid in ill, in the Cross. In all things give thanks, Says the Apostle:
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what, in afflictions? I, not for the affliction it self, but for the issue of it.
what, in afflictions? I, not for the affliction it self, but for the issue of it.
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There is an effect in afflictions to draw us from the world, to draw us to God, to make us more heavenly-minded, to make us see better into these earthly things, to make us in love with heavenly things: In all things give thanks.
There is an Effect in afflictions to draw us from the world, to draw us to God, to make us more heavenly-minded, to make us see better into these earthly things, to make us in love with heavenly things: In all things give thanks.
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When we want matter in our selves, let us look abroad, and give thanks to God for the prosperity of others.
When we want matter in our selves, let us look abroad, and give thanks to God for the Prosperity of Others.
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And with all (in the second place,) when we look about us, let us dwell in the meditation of the usefulnesse of these things, of the goodnesse of God in them, till our Hearts be warmed.
And with all (in the second place,) when we look about us, let us dwell in the meditation of the usefulness of these things, of the Goodness of God in them, till our Hearts be warmed.
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It is not a slight God be thanked that will serve, but we must dwell upon it, let our hearts dwell so long on the favours and blessings of God till there be a blessed fire kindled in us.
It is not a slight God be thanked that will serve, but we must dwell upon it, let our hearts dwell so long on the favours and blessings of God till there be a blessed fire kindled in us.
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The best bone-fire of all is to have our hearts kindled with love to God in the consideration of his mercy.
The best bonfire of all is to have our hearts kindled with love to God in the consideration of his mercy.
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Let us dwell so long upon it till a flame be kindled in us. A slight praise is neither acceptable to God nor man.
Let us dwell so long upon it till a flame be kindled in us. A slight praise is neither acceptable to God nor man.
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And then let us consider our own unworthinesse, let us dwell upon that;
And then let us Consider our own unworthiness, let us dwell upon that;
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I am lesse then the least of all thy favours, saith good Jacob, Gen. 32. If we be lesse then the least, I am less then the least of all thy favours, Says good Jacob, Gen. 32. If we be less then the least,
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then we must be thankful for the least.
then we must be thankful for the least.
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Humility is alway thankful, a humble man thinks himself unworthy of any thing, and therefore he is thankful for any thing.
Humility is always thankful, a humble man thinks himself unworthy of any thing, and Therefore he is thankful for any thing.
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A proud man praiseth himself above the common rate, he over-values, and over-prizeth himself, and therefore he thinks he never hath enough:
A proud man Praiseth himself above the Common rate, he over-valves, and overprizeth himself, and Therefore he thinks he never hath enough:
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when he hath a great deal, he thinks he hath lesse then he deserves, and therefore he is an unthankful person.
when he hath a great deal, he thinks he hath less then he deserves, and Therefore he is an unthankful person.
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And that makes a proud man so intolerable to God, he is alway an unthankful person, a murmuring person.
And that makes a proud man so intolerable to God, he is always an unthankful person, a murmuring person.
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A humble man, because he undervalues himself, he thinks he hath more then he deserves, and he is thankfull for every thing;
A humble man, Because he undervalues himself, he thinks he hath more then he deserves, and he is thankful for every thing;
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he knowes he deserves nothing of himself, it is the meere goodness of God whatsoever he hath.
he knows he deserves nothing of himself, it is the mere Goodness of God whatsoever he hath.
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The best direction to thansgiving is to have a humble and low heart, rherefore David, 1. Chron. 29. 14. when he would exercise his heart to thankfuluesse,
The best direction to thanksgiving is to have a humble and low heart, rherefore David, 1. Chronicles 29. 14. when he would exercise his heart to thankfuluesse,
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when the people had given liberally, saith he, Who am I, or what is this people, that we should be able to offer willingly after this sort? all comes of thee,
when the people had given liberally, Says he, Who am I, or what is this people, that we should be able to offer willingly After this sort? all comes of thee,
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and all is thine own that we give. and all is thine own that we give.
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What am I, or what is this people, that we should have hearts to give liberally to the Temple? see how he abaseth himself.
What am I, or what is this people, that we should have hearts to give liberally to the Temple? see how he abaseth himself.
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And Abraham, I am dust and ashes, shall I speak to my Lord? And Job, I abhor my self in dust and ashes, when he considered Gods excellencie, and his own basenesse.
And Abraham, I am dust and Ashes, shall I speak to my Lord? And Job, I abhor my self in dust and Ashes, when he considered God's excellency, and his own baseness.
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A humble heart is alway thankful, and the way to thankfulnesse is to consider our humilitie.
A humble heart is always thankful, and the Way to thankfulness is to Consider our humility.
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What am I? saith David, he had a heart to be thankfull, of thine own I give thee, not onely the matter to be thankfull for,What am I? Says David, he had a heart to be thankful, of thine own I give thee, not only the matter to be thankful for,
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but of thine owne I give thee: when I give thee thanks, thou givest me a thankfull heart.
but of thine own I give thee: when I give thee thanks, thou givest me a thankful heart.
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As the Sacrifice that Abraham offered was found by God, so God must find the sacrifice that we offer, even a thankfull heart:
As the Sacrifice that Abraham offered was found by God, so God must find the sacrifice that we offer, even a thankful heart:
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of thine own, Lord, I give thee, even when I give thee thanks.
of thine own, Lord, I give thee, even when I give thee thanks.
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Therefore you may make that a meanes to have a thankfull heart, to pray for a thankfull heart.
Therefore you may make that a means to have a thankful heart, to pray for a thankful heart.
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And when we have it, blesse God for it, that we may be more thankfull. God must vouchsafe the portion of a thankful heart with other blessings:
And when we have it, bless God for it, that we may be more thankful. God must vouchsafe the portion of a thankful heart with other blessings:
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he that gives matter to be thankful, must give a heart to be thankful.
he that gives matter to be thankful, must give a heart to be thankful.
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Again, to make us more thankfull, do but consider the misery of our selves if we wanted the blessings we are thankfull for,
Again, to make us more thankful, do but Consider the misery of our selves if we wanted the blessings we Are thankful for,
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and the misery of others that have them not.
and the misery of Others that have them not.
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Thou that hast health, if thou wouldest be thankfull for it, look abroad, look into hospitalls, look on thy sick friends that cannot come abroad.
Thou that hast health, if thou Wouldst be thankful for it, look abroad, look into hospitals, look on thy sick Friends that cannot come abroad.
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Thou that wouldest be thankfull for the libertie of the Gospell, look beyond the seas, look into the Palatinate,
Thou that Wouldst be thankful for the liberty of the Gospel, look beyond the Seas, look into the Palatinate,
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and other Countries, and certainly this will make thee thankfull, if any thing will.
and other Countries, and Certainly this will make thee thankful, if any thing will.
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If we would be thankfull for spirituall blessings, consider the miserie of those that are under the bondage of Satan,
If we would be thankful for spiritual blessings, Consider the misery of those that Are under the bondage of Satan,
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how there is but a little step between them and hell, that they are ready to sink into it, there is but the short thread of this life to be cut,
how there is but a little step between them and hell, that they Are ready to sink into it, there is but the short thread of this life to be Cut,
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and they are for ever miserable.
and they Are for ever miserable.
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If we would be thankful for any blessing, let us consider the misery to be without it.
If we would be thankful for any blessing, let us Consider the misery to be without it.
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If we would be thankful for our wits, let us consider distracted persons.
If we would be thankful for our wits, let us Consider distracted Persons.
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For God minds his own glory above all things, and he will especially be bountifull to those from whom he sees he hath most glory:
For God minds his own glory above all things, and he will especially be bountiful to those from whom he sees he hath most glory:
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What an excellent Engine to all things in this life, and the life to come, is this spark of reason? If we want reason what can we do in civill things? What can we do in matters of grace? Grace presupposeth nature:
What an excellent Engine to all things in this life, and the life to come, is this spark of reason? If we want reason what can we do in civil things? What can we do in matters of grace? Grace presupposeth nature:
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if we would be thankfull for health, for strength, and for reason, if we would be thankful for common favours, consider the miserie of those that want these things.
if we would be thankful for health, for strength, and for reason, if we would be thankful for Common favours, Consider the misery of those that want these things.
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Would we be thankful for the blessed ordinance, consider but the miserie of those that sit in darknesse,
Would we be thankful for the blessed Ordinance, Consider but the misery of those that fit in darkness,
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and in the shadow of death, how they are led by Satan, and want the means of salvation.
and in the shadow of death, how they Are led by Satan, and want the means of salvation.
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Those that would be thankfull for the government we have, let them consider those that live in Anarchie, where every man lives as he lists, where a man cannot enjoy his own.
Those that would be thankful for the government we have, let them Consider those that live in Anarchy, where every man lives as he lists, where a man cannot enjoy his own.
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The consideration of these things it should quicken us to thankfulnesse, the consideration of our own misery if we should want them,
The consideration of these things it should quicken us to thankfulness, the consideration of our own misery if we should want them,
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and the misery of those that do want them.
and the misery of those that do want them.
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And let us keep a Catalogue of Gods blessings, it will serve us, as in regard of God to blesse him the more,
And let us keep a Catalogue of God's blessings, it will serve us, as in regard of God to bless him the more,
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so in regard of our selves, to establish our faith the more: for God is Jehovah, alway like himself:
so in regard of our selves, to establish our faith the more: for God is Jehovah, always like himself:
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whom he hath done good unto, he will do good to: he is constant in his love, Whom he loves, he loves to the end:
whom he hath done good unto, he will do good to: he is constant in his love, Whom he loves, he loves to the end:
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God shall have more thanks, and we shall have more comfort.
God shall have more thanks, and we shall have more Comfort.
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Again, to add some encouragements and motives to thankfulnesse, which may be a forcible meanes to make us thankful, do but consider it is Gods tribute, it is Gods custom;
Again, to add Some encouragements and motives to thankfulness, which may be a forcible means to make us thankful, do but Consider it is God's tribute, it is God's custom;
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do but deny the King his custom, and what will come of it? deny him tribute, and you forfeit all;
do but deny the King his custom, and what will come of it? deny him tribute, and you forfeit all;
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so you forfeit all for want of thankfulnesse.
so you forfeit all for want of thankfulness.
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What is the reason that God hath taken away the Gospel from countries abroad, (and may do from us if we be not more thankfull?) because they were not thankfull:
What is the reason that God hath taken away the Gospel from countries abroad, (and may do from us if we be not more thankful?) Because they were not thankful:
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it is all the tribute, all the impost he sets upon his blessings, I will give you this, but you shall glorifie me with thanksgiving.
it is all the tribute, all the impost he sets upon his blessings, I will give you this, but you shall Glorify me with thanksgiving.
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It is all the honour he looks for, He that praiseth me honoureth me. And now, O Israel, what doth the Lord require of thee, for all his favours,
It is all the honour he looks for, He that Praiseth me Honoureth me. And now, Oh Israel, what does the Lord require of thee, for all his favours,
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but to serve him with a chearful and good heart? to be thankful.
but to serve him with a cheerful and good heart? to be thankful.
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therefore alway those that have been richest in grace, and in comfort, they were most in thankfulnesse,
Therefore always those that have been Richest in grace, and in Comfort, they were most in thankfulness,
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What is the reason that the earth denies her own to us, that sometimes we have unseasonable years? We deny God his own, he stops the due of the creature, because we stop his due.
What is the reason that the earth Denies her own to us, that sometime we have unseasonable Years? We deny God his own, he stops the endue of the creature, Because we stop his endue.
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When we are not thankful he is forced to make the heavens as Iron, and the Earth as Brasse;
When we Are not thankful he is forced to make the heavens as Iron, and the Earth as Brass;
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we force him to make the creature otherwise then it is, because we deny him thankfulnesse.
we force him to make the creature otherwise then it is, Because we deny him thankfulness.
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The running of favours from heaven ceaseth, when there is not a recourse back again of thankfulnesse to him.
The running of favours from heaven ceases, when there is not a recourse back again of thankfulness to him.
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For unthankfulnesse is a drying wind, it dryes up the fountain of Gods favours; it binds God, it will not suffer him to be as good as his word.
For unthankfulness is a drying wind, it dries up the fountain of God's favours; it binds God, it will not suffer him to be as good as his word.
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If ever God give us up to publick judgments, it will be because we are not thankfull to God for favours,
If ever God give us up to public Judgments, it will be Because we Are not thankful to God for favours,
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and deliverances, as that in 88. by Sea, and from the Gunpowder treason by land.
and Deliverances, as that in 88. by Sea, and from the Gunpowder treason by land.
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Was it not a sick State after Queen Mary, when Queen Elisabeth received the Crown? The Church and Common-wealth were sick.
Was it not a sick State After Queen Marry, when Queen Elizabeth received the Crown? The Church and Commonwealth were sick.
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Now if we be to praise God for our particular persons, when we have recovered our health, much more should we praise God,
Now if we be to praise God for our particular Persons, when we have recovered our health, much more should we praise God,
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when the State, when the Church is delivered, as it was at the comming in of Queen Elizabeth, and afterward in 88. and of late time,
when the State, when the Church is Delivered, as it was At the coming in of Queen Elizabeth, and afterwards in 88. and of late time,
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and continually he doth deliver us.
and continually he does deliver us.
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And if we look that he should deliver us, not onely our persons, but the State wherein we live:
And if we look that he should deliver us, not only our Persons, but the State wherein we live:
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let us pray to God that he would do so, and praise God for his former deliverance.
let us pray to God that he would do so, and praise God for his former deliverance.
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Again, this is another motive, the praising of God for formet deliverances, it invites him to bestow new blessings.
Again, this is Another motive, the praising of God for formet Deliverances, it invites him to bestow new blessings.
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Upon what ground doth the Husband-man bestow more seed? upon that which hath yielded most in time past.
Upon what ground does the Husbandman bestow more seed? upon that which hath yielded most in time past.
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Will any man sowe in the barren wildernesse where it is lost? No, but where he looks to reap most, and hath done formerly.
Will any man sow in the barren Wilderness where it is lost? No, but where he looks to reap most, and hath done formerly.
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Where he sees a soil that is fruitfull, he will sowe it the more;
Where he sees a soil that is fruitful, he will sow it the more;
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and where the heart is a barren wildernesse, that it yields nothing back again, he takes that away that he gave before.
and where the heart is a barren Wilderness, that it yields nothing back again, he Takes that away that he gave before.
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You know there is a debt in giving, there must be a returning of thanksgiving alway,
You know there is a debt in giving, there must be a returning of thanksgiving always,
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and kindnesse requires kindnesse, there is an obligation.
and kindness requires kindness, there is an obligation.
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And where benefits are taken, and men are thankfull, that is the way to get more, to be thankfull for that we have.
And where benefits Are taken, and men Are thankful, that is the Way to get more, to be thankful for that we have.
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as we see in David a man after Gods own heart and in diverse others. Let this incourage us.
as we see in David a man After God's own heart and in diverse Others. Let this encourage us.
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First, if we be not thankfull it stops the current of benefits. Secondly, if we be thankfull God will give us more mercies and deliverances:
First, if we be not thankful it stops the current of benefits. Secondly, if we be thankful God will give us more Mercies and Deliverances:
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when we praise him in our hearts, in our lives, in our bounty to others, in reall thankfulnesse,
when we praise him in our hearts, in our lives, in our bounty to Others, in real thankfulness,
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when we are ready to good works, then he is ready to bestow new still.
when we Are ready to good works, then he is ready to bestow new still.
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Again, to stir us up to this duty of praising God for our selves and others, Consider, it is the beginning of heaven upon earth;
Again, to stir us up to this duty of praising God for our selves and Others, Consider, it is the beginning of heaven upon earth;
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what a happinesse is it, that when our persons cannot go to heaven till we die, till our bodies be raised,
what a happiness is it, that when our Persons cannot go to heaven till we die, till our bodies be raised,
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yet we can send our Ambassadors, we can send our prayers, and thanksgivings to heaven, and God accepts them, as if we came in our own persons.
yet we can send our ambassadors, we can send our Prayers, and thanksgivings to heaven, and God accepts them, as if we Come in our own Persons.
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Let your conversation be in heaven, saith the Apostle. How is that? by praising God much.Let your Conversation be in heaven, Says the Apostle. How is that? by praising God much.
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I pray, what is the imployment of heaven, of the Angells, and blessed Spirits? They praise God continually for the work of Creation,
I pray, what is the employment of heaven, of the Angels, and blessed Spirits? They praise God continually for the work of Creation,
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and for the work of Redemption, that is their especiall task in heaven. Our duty is to be much this way, in praising God. Self-love forceth prayer oft-times:
and for the work of Redemption, that is their especial task in heaven. Our duty is to be much this Way, in praising God. Self-love forceth prayer ofttimes:
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but to praise God comes from a more heavenly affection. Again, do but consider, that no creature in the world is unthankful, but divells onely,
but to praise God comes from a more heavenly affection. Again, do but Consider, that no creature in the world is unthankful, but Devils only,
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and divellish men, and good men onely so far as they are corrupt and hold correspondencie with their corruptions:
and devilish men, and good men only so Far as they Are corrupt and hold correspondency with their corruptions:
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for every creature praiseth God in his kind, set the divell aside, who is full of envy and pride and malice against God;
for every creature Praiseth God in his kind, Set the Devil aside, who is full of envy and pride and malice against God;
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therefore except we will be like the Divells let us be thankfull.
Therefore except we will be like the Devils let us be thankful.
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God hath made all creatures to praise him, and to serve us, that we may praise him;
God hath made all creatures to praise him, and to serve us, that we may praise him;
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and when they praise him, shall we blaspheme him? May not the swearer think with himself, every creature blesseth God,
and when they praise him, shall we Blaspheme him? May not the swearer think with himself, every creature Blesses God,
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even the senselesse creatures, and shall I dishonour God by my tongue which should be my glory, to glorifie him? shall I blaspheme him,
even the senseless creatures, and shall I dishonour God by my tongue which should be my glory, to Glorify him? shall I Blaspheme him,
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and be like to the divel? shall I be more base then the senselesse creatures? What glory hath God by many men that live in the Church, that blaspheme God,
and be like to the Devil? shall I be more base then the senseless creatures? What glory hath God by many men that live in the Church, that Blaspheme God,
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and their whole life is a witnesse against God, as the whole life of a Christian after he is in the state of Grace, is a witnesse for God,
and their Whole life is a witness against God, as the Whole life of a Christian After he is in the state of Grace, is a witness for God,
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so the whole life of wicked, and carelesse creatures, is a dishonour of God, it is a witness against God:
so the Whole life of wicked, and careless creatures, is a dishonour of God, it is a witness against God:
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There are none but divells, divellish-minded men but they praise God, even the very dumbe creatures.
There Are none but Devils, devilish-minded men but they praise God, even the very dumb creatures.
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Let us labour to have a part in that blessed musick and harmonie, to praise God:
Let us labour to have a part in that blessed music and harmony, to praise God:
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if we do not praise God here, we shall never do it in heaven.
if we do not praise God Here, we shall never do it in heaven.
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But we must remember by the way, that this thankfulnesse it must be a fruitful thanksgiving.
But we must Remember by the Way, that this thankfulness it must be a fruitful thanksgiving.
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As for us to pray to God to blesse us, and then to do nothing, it is a barren prayer:
As for us to pray to God to bless us, and then to do nothing, it is a barren prayer:
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so to thank God, and then to do nothing, it is a barren thanksgiving.
so to thank God, and then to do nothing, it is a barren thanksgiving.
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Our deeds have words, our deeds have a voyce to God, they speak, they pray, there is a kind of prayer, a kind of thanks in our works.
Our Deeds have words, our Deeds have a voice to God, they speak, they pray, there is a kind of prayer, a kind of thanks in our works.
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Works pray to God, they have a kind of crie to God, both ill works and good works:
Works prey to God, they have a kind of cry to God, both ill works and good works:
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and if good works have a crie to God in prayer, they will have a voice in thanksgiving:
and if good works have a cry to God in prayer, they will have a voice in thanksgiving:
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this fruitful, this real thanks, is that which God stands upon.
this fruitful, this real thanks, is that which God Stands upon.
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And therefore it is alway joyned with a study how to improve the things that we thank God for to the best advantage.
And Therefore it is always joined with a study how to improve the things that we thank God for to the best advantage.
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If we thank God for health, and recovery, and deliverance, we will labour to improve it to Gods glorie:
If we thank God for health, and recovery, and deliverance, we will labour to improve it to God's glory:
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if we be thankful to God for riches, for peace, we will improve that to grow in grace, to do good to others.
if we be thankful to God for riches, for peace, we will improve that to grow in grace, to do good to Others.
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There is never a thankful heart, but it studies to improve that which it is thankful for really, that God may have the Glory,
There is never a thankful heart, but it studies to improve that which it is thankful for really, that God may have the Glory,
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and it the comfort, and benefit by it, or else it is but a lip-labour, but a lost labour.
and it the Comfort, and benefit by it, or Else it is but a lip-labour, but a lost labour.
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Let us shame our selves, and condemne our selves for our unthankfulnesse;
Let us shame our selves, and condemn our selves for our unthankfulness;
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and that will be done by comparing our carriage to men with our carriage to God. and that will be done by comparing our carriage to men with our carriage to God.
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If so be that a man do us a little courtesie, how are we confounded if we have not returned some thanks? and yet notwithstanding from God we have all that we have, all that we are, all that we hope to have,
If so be that a man do us a little courtesy, how Are we confounded if we have not returned Some thanks? and yet notwithstanding from God we have all that we have, all that we Are, all that we hope to have,
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and yet how many benefits do we devoure, and do not re turn God thanks?
and yet how many benefits do we devour, and do not re turn God thanks?
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This disproportion will shame the best Christian, that he is not so quick in his devotion to God to be thankful there,
This disproportion will shame the best Christian, that he is not so quick in his devotion to God to be thankful there,
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as he is sensible of small kindnesses done by men: this is a good way to make us more thankful.
as he is sensible of small Kindnesses done by men: this is a good Way to make us more thankful.
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And now when we come to the Sacrament, let us blesse God. The Eucharist is a thanksgiving:
And now when we come to the Sacrament, let us bless God. The Eucharist is a thanksgiving:
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where there are many, there should be thanksgiving;
where there Are many, there should be thanksgiving;
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where there is a communion there is many, and thanksgiving should be especially of many met together to thank God for Christ,
where there is a communion there is many, and thanksgiving should be especially of many met together to thank God for christ,
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and for the good we have by him;
and for the good we have by him;
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for if many joyned together in praise for St. Paul that was but a Minister, that was but an instrument to set out the praise and the Doctrine of Christ, much more should we be thankfull to God for Christ himself, which is the gift of all gifts,
for if many joined together in praise for Saint Paul that was but a Minister, that was but an Instrument to Set out the praise and the Doctrine of christ, much more should we be thankful to God for christ himself, which is the gift of all Gifts,
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and for which he gives us all other gifts;
and for which he gives us all other Gifts;
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if he give us him, can he deny us any thing? If we be thankful for the health of our bodies (as indeed we should,) if we be thankful for the peace of our humours, much more should we be thankful for the peace of our consciences,
if he give us him, can he deny us any thing? If we be thankful for the health of our bodies (as indeed we should,) if we be thankful for the peace of our humours, much more should we be thankful for the peace of our Consciences,
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when our soules are set in tune, when God and we are friends, when the soul by the Spirit of God is set at peace,
when our Souls Are Set in tune, when God and we Are Friends, when the soul by the Spirit of God is Set At peace,
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and is fit for the praise of God, and is fit to do good, when it is a healthful soul.
and is fit for the praise of God, and is fit to do good, when it is a healthful soul.
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As in the body, it is a sign it is sick when the actions are hindered:
As in the body, it is a Signen it is sick when the actions Are hindered:
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so it is likewise with the soul.
so it is likewise with the soul.
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We should blesse God for ability to do good, for any health in our souls, more then for health of body.
We should bless God for ability to do good, for any health in our Souls, more then for health of body.
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Do but consider, if hwe are to thank God for the instruments of good, much more are we to thank him for the good things themselves.
Do but Consider, if hwe Are to thank God for the Instruments of good, much more Are we to thank him for the good things themselves.
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If we should thank God for the Ministers (for now I stand upon that, many prayers,
If we should thank God for the Ministers (for now I stand upon that, many Prayers,
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and praises were given to God for Saint Paul) much more should we be thankful for that which we have by the Ministery that is,
and praises were given to God for Saint Paul) much more should we be thankful for that which we have by the Ministry that is,
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for all the blessings of God, for grace and glorie, for life and salvation. It is the Ministery of life, And the power of God to salvation.
for all the blessings of God, for grace and glory, for life and salvation. It is the Ministry of life, And the power of God to salvation.
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We should be thankful to God for peace, We are the messengers of peace. We should be thankful to God for grace, and for his holy Spirit:
We should be thankful to God for peace, We Are the messengers of peace. We should be thankful to God for grace, and for his holy Spirit:
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the Spirit is given with it. We should be thankfull especially for spirituall favours.
the Spirit is given with it. We should be thankful especially for spiritual favours.
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A man cannot be thankful to God for health, and libertie unlesse first he know God to be his, that he can blesse God for spiritual favours.
A man cannot be thankful to God for health, and liberty unless First he know God to be his, that he can bless God for spiritual favours.
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and godly sincerity, as he saith, Heb. 13. Pray for us, for we are assured that we have a good conscience:
and godly sincerity, as he Says, Hebrew 13. Pray for us, for we Are assured that we have a good conscience:
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Blessed be God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in Christ, Ephes. 1. We should be thankful for Christ,Blessed be God, the Father of our Lord jesus christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in christ, Ephesians 1. We should be thankful for christ,
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and all the benefits we have by Christ, much more then for any other blessings whatsoever.
and all the benefits we have by christ, much more then for any other blessings whatsoever.
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Therefore now seeing we are a Communion, let praise be given by many.
Therefore now seeing we Are a Communion, let praise be given by many.
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We have greater matters then the health of a Minister, (or any particular person, either our selves or others) to be thankful for;
We have greater matters then the health of a Minister, (or any particular person, either our selves or Others) to be thankful for;
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we have greater cause, being to blesse God for the greatest gift that ever he gave, even for Christ.
we have greater cause, being to bless God for the greatest gift that ever he gave, even for christ.
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The disposition in a feast is to be joyful, and chearful, to praise God; now we are to feast with God, and with Jesus Christ.
The disposition in a feast is to be joyful, and cheerful, to praise God; now we Are to feast with God, and with jesus christ.
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Christ is not onely the food, but he invites us, he is with us.
christ is not only the food, but he invites us, he is with us.
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What will we do for Christ if we will not feast with him? What a degree of unthankfulnesse is it,
What will we do for christ if we will not feast with him? What a degree of unthankfulness is it,
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when we will not so much as feast with him? when we will not willingly receive him? What will he do for Christ that will not feast with him? how unfit will he be to praise God,
when we will not so much as feast with him? when we will not willingly receive him? What will he do for christ that will not feast with him? how unfit will he be to praise God,
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and praise Christ, that when Christ makes a feast of himself, and gives himself together with the bread and wine, representing the benefit of his bodie and blood, broken,
and praise christ, that when christ makes a feast of himself, and gives himself together with the bred and wine, representing the benefit of his body and blood, broken,
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and shed for us, and all his benefits? if we will not feed upon himself,
and shed for us, and all his benefits? if we will not feed upon himself,
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when he stoopes so low as to give himself for us, and to feed us with himself, what will we do? How can we be thankful for other blessings,
when he stoops so low as to give himself for us, and to feed us with himself, what will we do? How can we be thankful for other blessings,
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when we are not thankful for himself? And how can we be thankful for himself,
when we Are not thankful for himself? And how can we be thankful for himself,
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when we will not come and partake of him? Let us stir up our hearts, and think now, to take the Communion:
when we will not come and partake of him? Let us stir up our hearts, and think now, to take the Communion:
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As for matter of repentance and sorrow; it should be dispatched before. It is the Eucharist, a matter of thanksgiving:
As for matter of Repentance and sorrow; it should be dispatched before. It is the Eucharist, a matter of thanksgiving:
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we should raise our hearts above earthly things. We should consider that we are to deal with Christ; and these are but representations.
we should raise our hearts above earthly things. We should Consider that we Are to deal with christ; and these Are but representations.
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When the bread is broken, think of the body of Christ, and when the wine is poured out, think of the blood of Christ:
When the bred is broken, think of the body of christ, and when the wine is poured out, think of the blood of christ:
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and when our bodies are cheared by these elements, think how our soules are refreshed by the blood of Christ by faith.
and when our bodies Are cheered by these elements, think how our Souls Are refreshed by the blood of christ by faith.
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so they are a reason of the former. Another thing that he aimes at is, the preventing of some imputations:
so they Are a reason of the former. another thing that he aims At is, the preventing of Some imputations:
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If we should be thankful to God for bodily deliverance, how much more should we thank him for our soules, being delivered from hell by the blood of Christ, which is the grand deliverance? Let us dispose our hearts to thankfulnesse, it is a fit disposition for a feast.
If we should be thankful to God for bodily deliverance, how much more should we thank him for our Souls, being Delivered from hell by the blood of christ, which is the grand deliverance? Let us dispose our hearts to thankfulness, it is a fit disposition for a feast.
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And (as I said) take heed of sin, it choaks thankfulnesse, therefore examine thy purposes, how thou comest;
And (as I said) take heed of since, it chokes thankfulness, Therefore examine thy Purposes, how thou Comest;
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if thou come with a purpose to live in sin, thou art an unfit receiver.
if thou come with a purpose to live in since, thou art an unfit receiver.
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The place we stand in is holy, the business is holy, we have to deale with a holy God;
The place we stand in is holy, the business is holy, we have to deal with a holy God;
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and therefore if we purpose not to relinquish wicked courses, and to enter into Covenant with God, to abstain from fin, we come not aright;
and Therefore if we purpose not to relinquish wicked courses, and to enter into Covenant with God, to abstain from fin, we come not aright;
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When thou commest into the house of God, take heed to thy feet, saith the Wise man:When thou Comest into the house of God, take heed to thy feet, Says the Wise man:
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take heed to thy affections, consider with whom thou hast to deale:
take heed to thy affections, Consider with whom thou hast to deal:
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but if thou hast renewed thy repentance, and thy purposes with God for the time to come, come with chearefulness, with a thankfull disposition;
but if thou hast renewed thy Repentance, and thy Purposes with God for the time to come, come with chearefulness, with a thankful disposition;
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thankfulness is a disposition for a feast:
thankfulness is a disposition for a feast:
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if it be a disposition for bodily deliverance, it is much more for the deliverance of the soule,
if it be a disposition for bodily deliverance, it is much more for the deliverance of the soul,
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and much more for Christ, and the blessings we have by him, who is all in all. That thanks may be given by many on our behalfe.
and much more for christ, and the blessings we have by him, who is all in all. That thanks may be given by many on our behalf.
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VERS. 12. For our rejoycing is this, the testimonie of our conscience, &c. SAINT Paul in these words doth divers things at once.
VERS. 12. For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, etc. SAINT Paul in these words does diverse things At once.
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First, He shews a reason why many should pray for him, and give thanks on his behalf;
First, He shows a reason why many should pray for him, and give thanks on his behalf;
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you have cause, saith he, for our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, &c. therefore if many of you give thanks to God for me, it is your duty, my conscience beares me witness that I have carried my self well towards you, you have cause to pray for us,
you have cause, Says he, for our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, etc. Therefore if many of you give thanks to God for me, it is your duty, my conscience bears me witness that I have carried my self well towards you, you have cause to pray for us,
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and to praise God for our deliverance, for you have received much good by us.
and to praise God for our deliverance, for you have received much good by us.
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God conveys much good by publick persons to those that are under rhem, therefore there ought to be many prayers, and many thanks for them.
God conveys much good by public Persons to those that Are under Rhem, Therefore there ought to be many Prayers, and many thanks for them.
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And again, they ought to pray, and give thanks for him, because they should not lose their labour, they should not lose their prayers, their incense,
And again, they ought to pray, and give thanks for him, Because they should not loose their labour, they should not loose their Prayers, their incense,
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because it should be for a man that was gracious with God, that had the testimonie of his conscience that he walked in simplicity,
Because it should be for a man that was gracious with God, that had the testimony of his conscience that he walked in simplicity,
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he was accused in their thoughts at least, and by the words of some false teachers, that were his worst enemies,
he was accused in their thoughts At least, and by the words of Some false Teachers, that were his worst enemies,
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as you have no enemy (next to the divell) to a Minister, like a Minister.
as you have no enemy (next to the Devil) to a Minister, like a Minister.
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If a man would see the spirit of the divel, let him look to some of them.
If a man would see the Spirit of the Devil, let him look to Some of them.
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Saint Paul had many enemies, many false brethren, that laid false imputations upon him to disparage him in the thoughts of others, in the thoughts of his hearers.
Saint Paul had many enemies, many false brothers, that laid false imputations upon him to disparage him in the thoughts of Others, in the thoughts of his hearers.
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They accounted him an inconstant man, that he came not to them when he promised, and that he suffered affliction, and it was like enough for some desert:
They accounted him an inconstant man, that he Come not to them when he promised, and that he suffered affliction, and it was like enough for Some desert:
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they accounted him a despicable man, he suffered afflictions in the World, he wanted discretion to keep himself out of the crosse.
they accounted him a despicable man, he suffered afflictions in the World, he wanted discretion to keep himself out of the cross.
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Nay, saith he, whatsoever you impute to me, and lay upon me, Our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience &c. Again, he aimes at this, to lay the blame upon those false brethren, who deserved it:
Nay, Says he, whatsoever you impute to me, and lay upon me, Our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience etc. Again, he aims At this, to lay the blame upon those false brothers, who deserved it:
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they think I am a deceiver: they think I am wilely:
they think I am a deceiver: they think I am wilely:
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no, I do not walk so, I do not walk in fleshly wisdom as they do that seek themselves, and not you.
no, I do not walk so, I do not walk in fleshly Wisdom as they do that seek themselves, and not you.
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So I say, Saint Paul aimes at divers things in bringing in these words.
So I say, Saint Paul aims At diverse things in bringing in these words.
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We see here first of all, that The more eminent a man is for place and gifts, the more he should be prayed for,
We see Here First of all, that The more eminent a man is for place and Gifts, the more he should be prayed for,
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and the more thanks should be given for him. You have cause (saith Saint Paul) to do it for me:
and the more thanks should be given for him. You have cause (Says Faint Paul) to do it for me:
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for our rejoycing is this, that we have walked in simplicity and sincerity, &c. and more abundantly to you-ward.
for our rejoicing is this, that we have walked in simplicity and sincerity, etc. and more abundantly to unde.
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Saint Paul was a brother as he was a Christian; he was a Father in regard he had called them to the faith: and he was an Apostle.
Saint Paul was a brother as he was a Christian; he was a Father in regard he had called them to the faith: and he was an Apostle.
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In all regards they ought to praise God for him:
In all regards they ought to praise God for him:
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because he was a Father, because he was the father of them, (you have not many Fathers, saith he) and because he was an Apostle, a man eminent, by whose meanes God conveyed a world of good to the Church.
Because he was a Father, Because he was the father of them, (you have not many Father's, Says he) and Because he was an Apostle, a man eminent, by whose means God conveyed a world of good to the Church.
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To make way to the main thing, Observe this in general, that Christians are often driven to their Apologie.
To make Way to the main thing, Observe this in general, that Christians Are often driven to their Apology.
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Especially Ministers the Fathers of Christians: holy men in the Church are driven to their Apologie, and defence:
Especially Ministers the Father's of Christians: holy men in the Church Are driven to their Apology, and defence:
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because those that shine in their own consciences, wicked men labour to darken them in their reputation, that their own wickednesse may be the lesse seen, and observed.
Because those that shine in their own Consciences, wicked men labour to darken them in their reputation, that their own wickedness may be the less seen, and observed.
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It hath alway been the policy of Satan, and of wicked men, (that so all might seem alike) to lay aspersion s upon those that were better men then themselves.
It hath always been the policy of Satan, and of wicked men, (that so all might seem alike) to lay aspersion s upon those that were better men then themselves.
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Saint Paul is forced to make his Apologie, to retire to the testimonie of his conscience, Our rejoycing is this, the testimonie of our conscience, &c.
Saint Paul is forced to make his Apology, to retire to the testimony of his conscience, Our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, etc.
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Therefore make this use of it, not to think it strange if we be driven to our Apologie.
Therefore make this use of it, not to think it strange if we be driven to our Apology.
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But some may say, is not the life the best Apology? as St. Peter saith, that you may stop the mouthes of gain-sayers.
But Some may say, is not the life the best Apology? as Saint Peter Says, that you may stop the mouths of gainsayers.
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Yes, of all Apologies life is the best, to oppose to all imputations: but notwithstanding it is not enough. Yes, of all Apologies life is the best, to oppose to all imputations: but notwithstanding it is not enough.
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A man is cruell, if he make not his Apology and defence sometimes: A man is cruel, if he make not his Apology and defence sometime:
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because his imputations tend to the hurt of others, being publick persons, especially Ministers, who have so much authority in the hearts of people,
Because his imputations tend to the hurt of Others, being public Persons, especially Ministers, who have so much Authority in the hearts of people,
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as they can gaine by their good life and desert:
as they can gain by their good life and desert:
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and if any imputation lie upon them, they are to clear it in words, their life will not serve the turn,
and if any imputation lie upon them, they Are to clear it in words, their life will not serve the turn,
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but they must otherwise make their Apologie (if it be needfull) for themselves, as Saint Paul doth here.
but they must otherwise make their Apology (if it be needful) for themselves, as Saint Paul does Here.
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It is not onely lawful, but expedient sometimes to speak by way of commendation of our selves. In what cases?
It is not only lawful, but expedient sometime to speak by Way of commendation of our selves. In what cases?
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Not onely in case of thankfulnesse to God, to praise God for his graces in us.
Not only in case of thankfulness to God, to praise God for his graces in us.
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And likewise in case of example to others, a man may speak of Gods work in him, he may tell what God hath done for his soule,
And likewise in case of Exampl to Others, a man may speak of God's work in him, he may tell what God hath done for his soul,
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and in his soul, that God may have glorie, and others may have benefit.
and in his soul, that God may have glory, and Others may have benefit.
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But likewise in the third place (and it was Saint Paul's case here) a man may speak of himself, by way of Apology and defence, that the truth suffer not. But likewise in the third place (and it was Saint Paul's case Here) a man may speak of himself, by Way of Apology and defence, that the truth suffer not.
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It is a kind of betraying the cause, for a man to be silent when he is so accused.
It is a kind of betraying the cause, for a man to be silent when he is so accused.
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Though (as I said) a good life be the best Apology, and except there be a good life the verball apologie is to little purpose,
Though (as I said) a good life be the best Apology, and except there be a good life the verbal apology is to little purpose,
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yet the apology of life oft-times in publick persons is too little:
yet the apology of life ofttimes in public Persons is too little:
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In these cases we must speak of our selves, and of the good things of God in us.
In these cases we must speak of our selves, and of the good things of God in us.
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But, another quere may be here, May a man glory in that which is in him, of the grace of God that is in him? Our glorying should be in Christ, in the obedience,
But, Another quere may be Here, May a man glory in that which is in him, of the grace of God that is in him? Our glorying should be in christ, in the Obedience,
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and righteousnesse of Christ, and in God reconciled through Christ: can a Christian glory in any thing that is in him, which is imperfect?
and righteousness of christ, and in God reconciled through christ: can a Christian glory in any thing that is in him, which is imperfect?
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I answer briefly, Saint Paul doth not here glory in the Court of Justification, but in the Court of a Christian conversation:
I answer briefly, Saint Paul does not Here glory in the Court of Justification, but in the Court of a Christian Conversation:
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therein a man may glorie in the work of grace in him, in those inward works,
therein a man may glory in the work of grace in him, in those inward works,
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and the works that flow from them. When a man is to deal with men he may set forth his life, nay,
and the works that flow from them. When a man is to deal with men he may Set forth his life, nay,
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when a man is to deal with God he may set forth his sincerity, not, I say, in the Court of Justification,
when a man is to deal with God he may Set forth his sincerity, not, I say, in the Court of Justification,
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but in the Court of Sanctification, and a holy life. There good works are the ornament of the spouse, they are her Jewels:
but in the Court of Sanctification, and a holy life. There good works Are the ornament of the spouse, they Are her Jewels:
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but come to the Court of Justification, all are dung, as the Apostle saith, Philip. 3. All are dung and drosse, not worthy to be named, they are not able, they are not strong enough;
but come to the Court of Justification, all Are dung, as the Apostle Says, Philip. 3. All Are dung and dross, not worthy to be nam, they Are not able, they Are not strong enough;
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all that comes from us, and all that is in us it is not able to bear us out in glorying in the Court of Justification, All are stained as menstruous cloaths.
all that comes from us, and all that is in us it is not able to bear us out in glorying in the Court of Justification, All Are stained as menstruous clothes.
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But mark, Saint Paul speaks of glorying before men, of a sanctified life. He glories not in his conversation and sincerity as a title;
But mark, Saint Paul speaks of glorying before men, of a sanctified life. He Glories not in his Conversation and sincerity as a title;
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but he glories in it as an evidence that his title is good.
but he Glories in it as an evidence that his title is good.
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That whereby he hath his title is only by the righteousnesse of Christ, that he hath heaven,
That whereby he hath his title is only by the righteousness of christ, that he hath heaven,
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and is free from hell, that is the title:
and is free from hell, that is the title:
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but what evidence have you that Christ and his righteousnesse is yours? there must be somewhat wrought in you, and that is sincere walking.
but what evidence have you that christ and his righteousness is yours? there must be somewhat wrought in you, and that is sincere walking.
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So he alledgeth it as an evidence of his state in grace, that that was good.
So he allegeth it as an evidence of his state in grace, that that was good.
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So we see in what case he gloried in his sincerity. To come to the words.
So we see in what case he gloried in his sincerity. To come to the words.
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For the words themselves, they contein the blessed temper of Saint Paul's spirit in the middest of disgraces, in the middest of imputations, the temper of his spirit it was joyful, glorying. Our rejoycing is this.
For the words themselves, they contain the blessed temper of Saint Paul's Spirit in the midst of disgraces, in the midst of imputations, the temper of his Spirit it was joyful, glorying. Our rejoicing is this.
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The ground of it is, The testimony of our conscience.
The ground of it is, The testimony of our conscience.
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The matter whereof conscience doth witnesse and testifie, it is conver• … sation, that is the thing testified of.
The matter whereof conscience does witness and testify, it is conver• … sation, that is the thing testified of.
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And the manner positively, In simplicity, and godly sincerity. In simplicity: you would think this to be a simple commendation, to commend himself for simplicitie:
And the manner positively, In simplicity, and godly sincerity. In simplicity: you would think this to be a simple commendation, to commend himself for simplicity:
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but it is a godly simplicity whereby we are like to God, to be simple without mixture of sin and hypocrisie, without mixture of errour and falsehood:
but it is a godly simplicity whereby we Are like to God, to be simple without mixture of since and hypocrisy, without mixture of error and falsehood:
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that simplicity that is despised by carnall wretches that stain and defile their consciences, and call them what you will,
that simplicity that is despised by carnal wretches that stain and defile their Consciences, and call them what you will,
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so you account them not simple they; despise the tearm of an honest simple man.
so you account them not simple they; despise thee term of an honest simple man.
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Simplicitie is not here taken for a defect of knowledge, (as the word is commonly used) but for an excellencie whereby we resemble God that is free from all mixture of sin and Ignorance. In simplicity, and godly sincerity.
Simplicity is not Here taken for a defect of knowledge, (as the word is commonly used) but for an excellency whereby we resemble God that is free from all mixture of since and Ignorance. In simplicity, and godly sincerity.
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And then negatively, Not in fleshly wisdom.
And then negatively, Not in fleshly Wisdom.
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And then, because this setting out of himself might seem to be ostentation, to set down his glorying in his conscience,
And then, Because this setting out of himself might seem to be ostentation, to Set down his glorying in his conscience,
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and in his simplicity, here is a qualification of it likewise, indeed I glory in my simplicity,
and in his simplicity, Here is a qualification of it likewise, indeed I glory in my simplicity,
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and sincerity, that is, in my conversation: but it is by the grace of God.
and sincerity, that is, in my Conversation: but it is by the grace of God.
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By the grace of God my conversation hath been in godly sincerity, and not in fleshly wisdom:
By the grace of God my Conversation hath been in godly sincerity, and not in fleshly Wisdom:
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For St. Paul was wondrous jealous of his heart, for fear of pride, not I (saith he) 1. Cor. 15. I laboured more then they all:
For Saint Paul was wondrous jealous of his heart, for Fear of pride, not I (Says he) 1. Cor. 15. I laboured more then they all:
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O, not I, but the Grace of God that was in me: Oh, not I, but the Grace of God that was in me:
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he was afraid of the least insinuation of spirituall pride, and so he saith here, Our rejoycing is the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and sincerity, by the grace of God.
he was afraid of the least insinuation of spiritual pride, and so he Says Here, Our rejoicing is the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and sincerity, by the grace of God.
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And then the extent of this conversation, (thus in simplicity, and sincerity) in regard of the object, it hath been thus, In the world, towards all men that I have conversed with, they can say as much, wheresoever I have lived.
And then the extent of this Conversation, (thus in simplicity, and sincerity) in regard of the Object, it hath been thus, In the world, towards all men that I have conversed with, they can say as much, wheresoever I have lived.
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And more abundantly to you-ward, my care and Conscience hath been to carry my self as I should, more abundantly to you-ward, with whom I have lived longest.And more abundantly to unde, my care and Conscience hath been to carry my self as I should, more abundantly to unde, with whom I have lived longest.
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This is an excellent evidence of a good man, that he is best liked where he is best known.
This is an excellent evidence of a good man, that he is best liked where he is best known.
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Now St. Paul had lived long amongst them, and he was their father in Christ, and therefore saith he my conversation is known, especially to you-ward.
Now Saint Paul had lived long among them, and he was their father in christ, and Therefore Says he my Conversation is known, especially to unde.
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Many men are best trusted where they are least known, their publick conversation is good and plausible,
Many men Are best trusted where they Are least known, their public Conversation is good and plausible,
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but their secret courses are vile and naught, as those know that are acquainted with their retired courses:
but their secret courses Are vile and nought, as those know that Are acquainted with their retired courses:
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but you (saith the Apostle) with whom I have lived longest, with whom I have been most, you can bear witnesse of my conversation, that I have lived so and so in the world, and more abundantly to you-ward. This is our rejoycing, &c. We see here the temper and disposition that St. Paul was in, he was in a glorying, in a rejoycing estate. We see then that,
but you (Says the Apostle) with whom I have lived longest, with whom I have been most, you can bear witness of my Conversation, that I have lived so and so in the world, and more abundantly to unde. This is our rejoicing, etc. We see Here the temper and disposition that Saint Paul was in, he was in a glorying, in a rejoicing estate. We see then that,
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A Christian (take him at the worst) his estate is a rejoycing estate. Our rejoycing is this. The word in the originall is more then joy:A Christian (take him At the worst) his estate is a rejoicing estate. Our rejoicing is this. The word in the original is more then joy:
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for it is (NONLATINALPHABET) a glorying, our glorying is this, which is a joy manifesting it self in the outward man,
for it is () a glorying, our glorying is this, which is a joy manifesting it self in the outward man,
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when the heart and the spirit seeme as it were to go outward, and (as it were) to meet the thing joyed in.
when the heart and the Spirit seem as it were to go outward, and (as it were) to meet the thing joyed in.
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A Christian hath his joy, his glorying, and a glorying that is proper to himself:
A Christian hath his joy, his glorying, and a glorying that is proper to himself:
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it is a spirituall joy, as it followes after, Our rejoycing is the testimony of our conscience.
it is a spiritual joy, as it follows After, Our rejoicing is the testimony of our conscience.
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So goodis God, that in the worst estate he gives his Children matter of rejoycing in this world:
So goods God, that in the worst estate he gives his Children matter of rejoicing in this world:
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he gives them a taste of heaven, before they come there.
he gives them a taste of heaven, before they come there.
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He gives them a grape of Canaan, as Israel, they tasted of Canaan what a good land it was before they came thither:
He gives them a grape of Canaan, as Israel, they tasted of Canaan what a good land it was before they Come thither:
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so Gods Children, they have their rejoycing.
so God's Children, they have their rejoicing.
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St. Paul swears and protests it, 1. Cor 15. By our rejoycing in Christ Jesus I die daily:
Saint Paul swears and protests it, 1. Cor 15. By our rejoicing in christ jesus I die daily:
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as verily as we joy in all our afflictions; so this is true that I say, that I die daily.
as verily as we joy in all our afflictions; so this is true that I say, that I die daily.
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Therefore we should labour to be of such a temper, as that we may glory, and rejoyce.
Therefore we should labour to be of such a temper, as that we may glory, and rejoice.
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A Christian hath his rejoycing, but it is a spiritual rejoycing, like his estate. Every creature hath his joy, as St. Chrysostome speaks:
A Christian hath his rejoicing, but it is a spiritual rejoicing, like his estate. Every creature hath his joy, as Saint Chrysostom speaks:
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we do all for joy, all that we do is that we may joy at length, it is the centre of the soule.
we do all for joy, all that we do is that we may joy At length, it is the centre of the soul.
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As rest is to motion, so the desire of all is to joy, to rest in joy.
As rest is to motion, so the desire of all is to joy, to rest in joy.
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So that heaven it self is termed by the name of joy, happinesse it self, Enter into thy masters joy.
So that heaven it self is termed by the name of joy, happiness it self, Enter into thy Masters joy.
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Every creature hath his joy proper to him, every man hath his joy: a carnall man hath a carnal joy, a spiritual man hath a holy joy.
Every creature hath his joy proper to him, every man hath his joy: a carnal man hath a carnal joy, a spiritual man hath a holy joy.
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First, he joyes in his election which was before all worlds, that his name is written in heaven,
First, he Joys in his election which was before all world's, that his name is written in heaven,
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as it is, Luke 11. Rejoyce in this, that your names are written in heaven, and not that the divells are subject unto you.
as it is, Lycia 11. Rejoice in this, that your names Are written in heaven, and not that the Devils Are Subject unto you.
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And then, he joyes in his justification, that he is freed from his sins, Rom. 8. Being justified by faith we have peace with God through Christ,
And then, he Joys in his justification, that he is freed from his Sins, Rom. 8. Being justified by faith we have peace with God through christ,
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and we rejoyce in afflictions: being justified first, there is the way how this joy comes in. and we rejoice in afflictions: being justified First, there is the Way how this joy comes in.
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A Christian being justified by faith, and freed from the guilt of his sin, it worketh joy.
A Christian being justified by faith, and freed from the guilt of his since, it works joy.
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And then, there is a joy of sanctification, of a good conscience, of a holy life led,
And then, there is a joy of sanctification, of a good conscience, of a holy life led,
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as we see here, our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, &c.
as we see Here, our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, etc.
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And then, there is a joy of glory to come, We rejoyce under the hope of glory, saith the Apostle, Rom. 5 so a Christians joy is suitable to himself.
And then, there is a joy of glory to come, We rejoice under the hope of glory, Says the Apostle, Rom. 5 so a Christians joy is suitable to himself.
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There is no other man that can glory, and be wise, because all men but a Christian, they glory in their shame, or they glory in vanishing things.
There is no other man that can glory, and be wise, Because all men but a Christian, they glory in their shame, or they glory in vanishing things.
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A Christian is not ashamed of his joy, of his glorying, because he glories not in his shame.
A Christian is not ashamed of his joy, of his glorying, Because he Glories not in his shame.
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Therefore the Apostle here justifies his joy, our rejoycing is this, I care not if all the World know my joy, it is the testimony of my conscience. As if he should say, Let others rejoyce in base pleasures which they will not stand to a vow, let others rejoyce in riches, in honours, in the favour of men, let them rejoyce in what they please, my joy is another kind of joy, I rejoyce in the testimony of my conscience.
Therefore the Apostle Here Justifies his joy, our rejoicing is this, I care not if all the World know my joy, it is the testimony of my conscience. As if he should say, Let Others rejoice in base pleasures which they will not stand to a Voelli, let Others rejoice in riches, in honours, in the favour of men, let them rejoice in what they please, my joy is Another kind of joy, I rejoice in the testimony of my conscience.
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A Christian as he hath a joy, so he hath a joy that he will stand to, and make it good.
A Christian as he hath a joy, so he hath a joy that he will stand to, and make it good.
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There is no other man but he will blush, and have shame in his forehead, that joyes in any thing that is baser then himself, that joyes in outward things, he cannot stand to it,
There is no other man but he will blush, and have shame in his forehead, that Joys in any thing that is baser then himself, that Joys in outward things, he cannot stand to it,
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and say, This is my joy: but a Christian hath the warrant of his conscience for that which he joyes in,
and say, This is my joy: but a Christian hath the warrant of his conscience for that which he Joys in,
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and therefore he is not ashamed of it. Another man dares not reveal his joy. All the subtiltie of the world, is to have the pleasures that sin will afford,
and Therefore he is not ashamed of it. another man dares not reveal his joy. All the subtlety of the world, is to have the pleasures that since will afford,
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and yet withall they study to cover it, that it may not appear. Where is the joy of the ambitious?
and yet withal they study to cover it, that it may not appear. Where is the joy of the ambitious?
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but if a man will glorie, let him glorie that he knowes the Lord to be his, and that he knowes himself to be the Lords.
but if a man will glory, let him glory that he knows the Lord to be his, and that he knows himself to be the lords.
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His study, his thought, and his joy is to have respect Haman - like, and yet he studies to conceal this, he dares not have it known, he dares not avow it, This is my rejoycing, for then all the world would laugh at him for a vain person.
His study, his Thought, and his joy is to have respect Haman - like, and yet he studies to conceal this, he dares not have it known, he dares not avow it, This is my rejoicing, for then all the world would laugh At him for a vain person.
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Again, the joy of the base-minded man, is in his pleasure, but he dares not avow this, he dares not say, my rejoycing is this;
Again, the joy of the base-minded man, is in his pleasure, but he dares not avow this, he dares not say, my rejoicing is this;
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for then every man would scorn him as a beast.
for then every man would scorn him as a beast.
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The rich man, he joyes in his riches, but he dares not be known of this;
The rich man, he Joys in his riches, but he dares not be known of this;
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for he would then be accounted a base earthly-minded man. Every man would scorn him.
for he would then be accounted a base earthly-minded man. Every man would scorn him.
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He studies to have all the pleasure, and all the comfort that these things will afford, and yet to cover them.
He studies to have all the pleasure, and all the Comfort that these things will afford, and yet to cover them.
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Because he thinks, that there is a higher matter that he should joy in, if he were not an atheist.
Because he thinks, that there is a higher matter that he should joy in, if he were not an atheist.
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A Christian is not ashamed of his joy, and rejoycing, I rejoyce in this, saith he.
A Christian is not ashamed of his joy, and rejoicing, I rejoice in this, Says he.
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For it is well bred, it is bred from the Spirit of God witnessing that his name is written in the Booke of Life, witnessing that his sins are forgiven, witnessing that he lives as a Christian should do, witnessing that he hath the evidences of his justification, that he hath a holy life, the pledge likewise of future glory: his joy is well bred. Likewise it is permanent.
For it is well bred, it is bred from the Spirit of God witnessing that his name is written in the Book of Life, witnessing that his Sins Are forgiven, witnessing that he lives as a Christian should do, witnessing that he hath the evidences of his justification, that he hath a holy life, the pledge likewise of future glory: his joy is well bred. Likewise it is permanent.
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Other mens joy, and rejoycing is but as a flash of thornes, as the Wise man calls it, (as it were) a flame in thornes,
Other men's joy, and rejoicing is but as a flash of thorns, as the Wise man calls it, (as it were) a flame in thorns,
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as the crackling of thornes, which is sooner gone.
as the crackling of thorns, which is sooner gone.
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And it is an unseemly glorying and rejoycing, for a man to glory in that which is worse then himself,
And it is an unseemly glorying and rejoicing, for a man to glory in that which is Worse then himself,
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and in that which is out of himself:
and in that which is out of himself:
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as all other things are out of a mans self, and worse, and meaner then a mans self:
as all other things Are out of a men self, and Worse, and meaner then a men self:
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therefore a man cannot rejoyce in them, and be wise.
Therefore a man cannot rejoice in them, and be wise.
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It is a disparagement to the wisdom of a man, to glory in things that are meaner then himself,
It is a disparagement to the Wisdom of a man, to glory in things that Are meaner then himself,
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and that are out of himself.
and that Are out of himself.
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A holy Christian hath that in himself, and that which is more excellent then himself to glory in.
A holy Christian hath that in himself, and that which is more excellent then himself to glory in.
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This is our rejoycing, the testimony of our conscience. All other rejoycing it is vain glorie, and vain rejoycing:This is our rejoicing, the testimony of our conscience. All other rejoicing it is vain glory, and vain rejoicing:
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therefore in Jerem. 9. saith he, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdome, let not the strong man glory in his strength, let not the rich man glorie in his riches:
Therefore in Jeremiah 9. Says he, Let not the wise man glory in his Wisdom, let not the strong man glory in his strength, let not the rich man glory in his riches:
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When he knowes the Lord to be his, and himself to be Gods by faith, and a good conscience, then there is matter of glorying.
When he knows the Lord to be his, and himself to be God's by faith, and a good conscience, then there is matter of glorying.
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Of all kind of men, God doth hate proud boasters most of all;
Of all kind of men, God does hate proud boaster's most of all;
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for glory, is the froth of pride, and God hates pride, he opposeth pride, and sets himself in battel aray against it,
for glory, is the froth of pride, and God hates pride, he Opposeth pride, and sets himself in battle array against it,
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and who can thrive that hath God for his enemie? boasting and pride in any earthly thing it is against all the commandements almost.
and who can thrive that hath God for his enemy? boasting and pride in any earthly thing it is against all the Commandments almost.
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It is Idolatrie, it makes that we boast, and glorie in, an Idoll; whereas we should glorie in God that gives it.
It is Idolatry, it makes that we boast, and glory in, an Idol; whereas we should glory in God that gives it.
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And it is spirituall adulterie, when we cleave in our affections to some outward thing more then to God. It is false witnesse:
And it is spiritual adultery, when we cleave in our affections to Some outward thing more then to God. It is false witness:
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pride is a false glasse, it makes the things, and the men themselves that enjoy them to seem greater then they are.
pride is a false glass, it makes the things, and the men themselves that enjoy them to seem greater then they Are.
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The divell amplifies earthly things to a carnall man in a false glasse, that they seeme big to him:
The Devil amplifies earthly things to a carnal man in a false glass, that they seem big to him:
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whereas if he could see them in their true colours, they are false things, they are snares,
whereas if he could see them in their true colours, they Are false things, they Are snares,
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and hinderances in the way to heaven, and many such names they have. The Scripture gives an ill report of them, They are vanity and vexation of spirit:
and hindrances in the Way to heaven, and many such names they have. The Scripture gives an ill report of them, They Are vanity and vexation of Spirit:
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because we should be discouraged from setting our affections on these things, and from glorying in them.
Because we should be discouraged from setting our affections on these things, and from glorying in them.
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Therefore let us take heed of false glorying;
Therefore let us take heed of false glorying;
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if we will glorie, we see here what we are to glory in, This is our rejoycing, the testimony of our conscience, &c. And this we may justify,
if we will glory, we see Here what we Are to glory in, This is our rejoicing, the testimony of our conscience, etc. And this we may justify,
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and stand by that it is good. It is the Testimony of conscience. This is our rejoycing, the testimony of our conscience.
and stand by that it is good. It is the Testimony of conscience. This is our rejoicing, the testimony of our conscience.
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The testimony of conscience, it is a matter and ground of joy to a true Christian;
The testimony of conscience, it is a matter and ground of joy to a true Christian;
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here we are to consider these things. First, to consider a little the nature of conscience.
Here we Are to Consider these things. First, to Consider a little the nature of conscience.
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And then, that conscience beares witnesse, that there is a testimony of conscience. And that this conscience bearing witnesse is a ground of comfort. For the first,
And then, that conscience bears witness, that there is a testimony of conscience. And that this conscience bearing witness is a ground of Comfort. For the First,
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Every man feeles, and knowes what conscience meanes. There be many rigid disputes of it among the Schoole men that had leisure enough,
Every man feels, and knows what conscience means. There be many rigid disputes of it among the School men that had leisure enough,
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& of all men knew as little, and felt what it was, as any sort of men, living under the darkness of Poperie,
& of all men knew as little, and felt what it was, as any sort of men, living under the darkness of Popery,
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and superstition, and being in thraldome to the Pope, and to the corruptions of the times they lived in.
and Superstition, and being in thraldom to the Pope, and to the corruptions of the times they lived in.
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They have much jangling about the description of it, whether it be the soule it self,
They have much jangling about the description of it, whither it be the soul it self,
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or a facultie, or an act? In a word, Conscience is all these in some sort, in diverse respects:
or a faculty, or an act? In a word, Conscience is all these in Some sort, in diverse respects:
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therefore I will not wrangle with any particular opinion.
Therefore I will not wrangle with any particular opinion.
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For what is conscience, but the soul it self reflecting upon it self? It is the propertie of the reasonable soule and the excellencie of it, that it can return upon it self. The beast cannot; for it runs right forward:
For what is conscience, but the soul it self reflecting upon it self? It is the property of the reasonable soul and the excellency of it, that it can return upon it self. The beast cannot; for it runs right forward:
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it knowes it is carried to the object: but it cannot returne, and recoile upon it self:
it knows it is carried to the Object: but it cannot return, and recoil upon it self:
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but the soule of the reasonable creature, of all even from men to God himself, who understands in the highest degree,
but the soul of the reasonable creature, of all even from men to God himself, who understands in the highest degree,
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though he do not discourse as man doth, yet he knowes himself, he knowes and understands his owne excellencie.
though he do not discourse as man does, yet he knows himself, he knows and understands his own excellency.
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And wheresoever there is understanding, there is a reflect act whereby the soule returnes upon it self, and knowes what it doth:
And wheresoever there is understanding, there is a reflect act whereby the soul returns upon it self, and knows what it does:
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it knowes what it wills, it knowes what it affects, it knowes what it speakes, it knowes all in it, and all out of it.
it knows what it wills, it knows what it affects, it knows what it speaks, it knows all in it, and all out of it.
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It is the propertie of the soule.
It is the property of the soul.
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Therefore the originall word in the Old Testament that signifies the heart, it is taken for conscience.
Therefore the original word in the Old Testament that signifies the heart, it is taken for conscience.
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Conscience and heart are all one, I am perswaded in my soul, that is, in my conscience:
Conscience and heart Are all one, I am persuaded in my soul, that is, in my conscience:
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and the Spirit witnesseth to our spirit, that is, to our conscience. Conscience is called the spirit, the Heart, the soul:
and the Spirit Witnesseth to our Spirit, that is, to our conscience. Conscience is called the Spirit, the Heart, the soul:
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because it is nothing but the soul, reflecting and returning upon it self. Therefore it is called conscience, that is, one knowing joyned with another:
Because it is nothing but the soul, reflecting and returning upon it self. Therefore it is called conscience, that is, one knowing joined with Another:
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because conscience knowes it self, and it knowes what it knowes, it knowes what the heart is, it not onely knowes it self,
Because conscience knows it self, and it knows what it knows, it knows what the heart is, it not only knows it self,
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but it is a knowledge of the heart with God. It is called conscience, because it knowes with God;
but it is a knowledge of the heart with God. It is called conscience, Because it knows with God;
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for what conscience knowes, God knowes that is above conscience. It is a knowledge with God, and a knowledge of a mans selfe.
for what conscience knows, God knows that is above conscience. It is a knowledge with God, and a knowledge of a men self.
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And so it may be the soule it self indued with that excellent facultie of reflecting and returning upon it self,
And so it may be the soul it self endued with that excellent faculty of reflecting and returning upon it self,
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therefore it judgeth of its own acts, because it can return upon it self. Conscience likewise in some sort may be called a faculty;
Therefore it Judgeth of its own acts, Because it can return upon it self. Conscience likewise in Some sort may be called a faculty;
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the common stream runs that way, that it is a power. It is not one power, but conscience is in all the powers of the soule;
the Common stream runs that Way, that it is a power. It is not one power, but conscience is in all the Powers of the soul;
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for it is in the understanding, and there it rules; conscience is it by which it is ruled and guided.
for it is in the understanding, and there it rules; conscience is it by which it is ruled and guided.
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Conscience is nothing but an application of it to some particular, to some thing it knowes, to some rules it knowes before.
Conscience is nothing but an application of it to Some particular, to Some thing it knows, to Some rules it knows before.
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Conscience is in the will, in the affections, the joy of conscience, and the peace of conscience,
Conscience is in the will, in the affections, the joy of conscience, and the peace of conscience,
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and so it runs through the whole soule. It is not one facultie, or two, but it is placed in all the faculties.
and so it runs through the Whole soul. It is not one faculty, or two, but it is placed in all the faculties.
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And some will needs have it an act, a particuler act, and not a power. When it doth exercise, conscience it is an act:
And Some will needs have it an act, a particular act, and not a power. When it does exercise, conscience it is an act:
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when it accuseth, or excuseth, or when it witnesseth, it is an act, at that time it is a facultie in act.
when it Accuseth, or excuseth, or when it Witnesseth, it is an act, At that time it is a faculty in act.
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So that we need not to wrangle whether it be this, or that? let us comprehend as much in our notions as we can:
So that we need not to wrangle whither it be this, or that? let us comprehend as much in our notions as we can:
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that it is the soul, the heart, the spirit of a man returning upon it self,
that it is the soul, the heart, the Spirit of a man returning upon it self,
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and it hath something to doe in all the powers;
and it hath something to do in all the Powers;
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and it is an act it self, when it is stirred up to accuse, or to excuse:
and it is an act it self, when it is stirred up to accuse, or to excuse:
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to punish a man with fears and terrours, or to comfort him with joy, and the like.
to Punish a man with fears and terrors, or to Comfort him with joy, and the like.
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Now Conscience it is a most excellent thing, it is above reason, and sense: for conscience is under God, and hath an eye to God alway.
Now Conscience it is a most excellent thing, it is above reason, and sense: for conscience is under God, and hath an eye to God always.
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An Atheist can have no conscience therefore, because he takes a way the ground of conscience which is an eye to God, Conscience lookes to God, it is placed as Gods Deputy, and vicegerent in man.
an Atheist can have no conscience Therefore, Because he Takes a Way the ground of conscience which is an eye to God, Conscience looks to God, it is placed as God's Deputy, and vicegerent in man.
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Now it is above reason in this respect:
Now it is above reason in this respect:
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Reason saith, you ought to do this, it is a comely thing, it is a thing acceptable with men amongst whom you live and converse, it becomes your condition as you are a man to carrie your self thus, it agrees with the rules,
Reason Says, you ought to do this, it is a comely thing, it is a thing acceptable with men among whom you live and converse, it becomes your condition as you Are a man to carry your self thus, it agrees with the rules,
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and principles of nature in you. Thus saith reason, and they are good motives from reason. But conscience goeth higher;
and principles of nature in you. Thus Says reason, and they Are good motives from reason. But conscience Goes higher;
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There is a God to whom I must answer, there is a judgment, therefore I do this,
There is a God to whom I must answer, there is a judgement, Therefore I do this,
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and therefore I do not this. It is a more divine, a more excellent power in man then any thing else,
and Therefore I do not this. It is a more divine, a more excellent power in man then any thing Else,
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then sense or reason, or whatsoever.
then sense or reason, or whatsoever.
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As it is planted by God for special use, so it looks to God in all.
As it is planted by God for special use, so it looks to God in all.
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Therefore the name for conscience in the Greek and Latine, signifies a knowledge with another, because it is a knowledge with God;
Therefore the name for conscience in the Greek and Latin, signifies a knowledge with Another, Because it is a knowledge with God;
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God and my own heart knowes this, God and my conscience, as we use to say.
God and my own heart knows this, God and my conscience, as we use to say.
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There are three things joyned with conscience. There Are three things joined with conscience.
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It is a knowledge with a rule, with a generall rule, that is alway the foundation of conscience in a man,
It is a knowledge with a Rule, with a general Rule, that is always the Foundation of conscience in a man,
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For there is a general rule, Whosoever commits murther, whosoever commits adultery, whosoever is a blasphemer, a swearer, a covetous, corrupt person, he shall not enter into the Kingdome of Heaven, as the Apostle saith.
For there is a general Rule, Whosoever commits murder, whosoever commits adultery, whosoever is a blasphemer, a swearer, a covetous, corrupt person, he shall not enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, as the Apostle Says.
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Here is the generall rule, now conscience applies it, but I am such a one, therefore I shall not enter into heaven:
Here is the general Rule, now conscience Applies it, but I am such a one, Therefore I shall not enter into heaven:
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so here the conscience it practiseth with a rule. It is a knowledge of those particulars with a generall rule.
so Here the conscience it Practiseth with a Rule. It is a knowledge of those particulars with a general Rule.
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And then it is a knowledge of me, of my own heart, I know what I have done, I know what I doe,
And then it is a knowledge of me, of my own heart, I know what I have done, I know what I do,
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and in what manner, whether in hypocrisie, or sincerity: I know what I think. And then it is a knowledge with God:
and in what manner, whither in hypocrisy, or sincerity: I know what I think. And then it is a knowledge with God:
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for God knows what conscience knowes, he knowes what is thought or done, Conscience is above me, and God is above conscience.
for God knows what conscience knows, he knows what is Thought or done, Conscience is above me, and God is above conscience.
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Conscience is above me and above all men in the world; for it is immediately subjugated to God;
Conscience is above me and above all men in the world; for it is immediately subjugated to God;
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conscience knowes more then the world, and God knowes a thousand times more then Conscience or the world.
conscience knows more then the world, and God knows a thousand times more then Conscience or the world.
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It is a knowledge with a general rule; for where there is no generall rule, there is no conscience.
It is a knowledge with a general Rule; for where there is no general Rule, there is no conscience.
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To make this a little clearer, all have a rule:
To make this a little clearer, all have a Rule:
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those that have not the Word which is the best rule of all, yet they have the Word written in their hearts;
those that have not the Word which is the best Rule of all, yet they have the Word written in their hearts;
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they have a naturall Judicature in their souls;
they have a natural Judicature in their Souls;
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their conscience excusing, or accusing one another, they have a generall rule, you must do no wrong, you must do that which is right.
their conscience excusing, or accusing one Another, they have a general Rule, you must do no wrong, you must do that which is right.
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In the soule there is a treasurie of rules by nature; (the Word doth add more rules, the Law and the Gospel) and that part of the soule that preserves rules is called intellectual, because it preserves rules;
In the soul there is a treasury of rules by nature; (the Word does add more rules, the Law and the Gospel) and that part of the soul that preserves rules is called intellectual, Because it preserves rules;
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all men by nature have these graven in the soule.
all men by nature have these graved in the soul.
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And therefore the Heathen were exact in the rules of justice, in the principles which they had by nature, grafted and planted in them.
And Therefore the Heathen were exact in the rules of Justice, in the principles which they had by nature, grafted and planted in them.
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Now because the copie of the Image of God, the Law of God written in nature, was much blurred since the fall, God gave a new copie of his law which was more exact;
Now Because the copy of the Image of God, the Law of God written in nature, was much blurred since the fallen, God gave a new copy of his law which was more exact;
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therefore the Jewes which had the Word of God, should have had more conscience then the Heathen,
Therefore the Jews which had the Word of God, should have had more conscience then the Heathen,
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because they had a better generall rule.
Because they had a better general Rule.
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And now we having the Gospell too which is a more Evangelicall rule, we should be more exact in our lives then they.
And now we having the Gospel too which is a more Evangelical Rule, we should be more exact in our lives then they.
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But every man in the world hath a rule.
But every man in the world hath a Rule.
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If men sin without the Law, they shall be judged without the law, by the principles of nature:
If men sin without the Law, they shall be judged without the law, by the principles of nature:
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if they sin under the Gospell, they shall be judged by the Word and Gospell.
if they sin under the Gospel, they shall be judged by the Word and Gospel.
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So that conscience, it is a knowledge with a rule, and with the particular actions that I have done, and a knowledge with God.
So that conscience, it is a knowledge with a Rule, and with the particular actions that I have done, and a knowledge with God.
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In a word, to clear this further concerning the nature of conscience, know that God hath set up in man a Court,
In a word, to clear this further Concerning the nature of conscience, know that God hath Set up in man a Court,
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and there is in man all that are in a Court. There is a Register to take notice of what we have done:
and there is in man all that Are in a Court. There is a Register to take notice of what we have done:
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besides the generall rule (for that is the ground and foundation of all) there is conscience which is a Register to set down whatsoever we have done, exactly;
beside the general Rule (for that is the ground and Foundation of all) there is conscience which is a Register to Set down whatsoever we have done, exactly;
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the conscience keeps diaries, it sets down every thing, it is not forgotten (though we think it is) when conscience is once awaked. the conscience keeps diaries, it sets down every thing, it is not forgotten (though we think it is) when conscience is once awaked.
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As in Jer. 17. The sins of Judah are written with a pen of Iron, and with the point of a Diamond, upon their souls:
As in Jer. 17. The Sins of Judah Are written with a pen of Iron, and with the point of a Diamond, upon their Souls:
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all their wit and craft will not rase it out.
all their wit and craft will not raze it out.
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It may be forgotten a while, by the rage of lusts, or one thing or other;
It may be forgotten a while, by the rage of Lustiest, or one thing or other;
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but there is a Register that writes it downe, conscience is the Register.
but there is a Register that writes it down, conscience is the Register.
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And then there are Witnesses, The testimony of conscience: conscience doth witness, this I have done, this I have not done.
And then there Are Witnesses, The testimony of conscience: conscience does witness, this I have done, this I have not done.
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There is an Accuser with the witness, the conscience it accuseth, or excuseth. And then there is the Judge, conscience is the Judge there:
There is an Accuser with the witness, the conscience it Accuseth, or excuseth. And then there is the Judge, conscience is the Judge there:
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it doth judge, this is well done, this is ill done.
it does judge, this is well done, this is ill done.
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Then there is an Executioner, and conscience is that too, upon accusation, and judgement there is punishment. Then there is an Executioner, and conscience is that too, upon accusation, and judgement there is punishment.
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The first punishment is within a man alway before he come to hell. The punishment of conscience it is a prejudice of future judgment:
The First punishment is within a man always before he come to hell. The punishment of conscience it is a prejudice of future judgement:
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there is a flash of hell presently after an ill act, The Heathen could observe, that God hath framed the heart and the brain so,
there is a flash of hell presently After an ill act, The Heathen could observe, that God hath framed the heart and the brain so,
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No, you shall be judged by my Word:
No, you shall be judged by my Word:
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as there is a sympathic between them, that whatsoever is in the understanding that is well and comfortable, the understanding in the braine sends it to the heart, and raiseth some comfort.
as there is a sympathic between them, that whatsoever is in the understanding that is well and comfortable, the understanding in the brain sends it to the heart, and Raiseth Some Comfort.
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If the understanding apprehend dolorous things, ill matters, then the heart smites, as Davids heart smote him: the heart smites with grief for the present,
If the understanding apprehend dolorous things, ill matters, then the heart smites, as Davids heart smote him: the heart smites with grief for the present,
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and with fear for the time to come. In good things, it brings joy presently: and hope for the time to come, that followes a good excusing conscience.
and with Fear for the time to come. In good things, it brings joy presently: and hope for the time to come, that follows a good excusing conscience.
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God hath set, and planted in man this Court of conscience, and it is Gods Hall (as it were) wherein he keeps his first judgement wherein he keeps his Assizes.
God hath Set, and planted in man this Court of conscience, and it is God's Hall (as it were) wherein he keeps his First judgement wherein he keeps his Assizes.
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And conscience doth all the parts, it registreth, it witnesseth, it accuseth, it judgeth, it executes, it doth all.
And conscience does all the parts, it Registereth, it Witnesseth, it Accuseth, it Judgeth, it executes, it does all.
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Now you see in generall, what the nature of conscience is, and why it is planted in us by God.
Now you see in general, what the nature of conscience is, and why it is planted in us by God.
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One maine end among the rest, (besides his love to us to keep us from sin,
One main end among the rest, (beside his love to us to keep us from since,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then by smiting us to drive us to conversion and repentance, to turn from our sins to God, another maine end) is to be a prejudice, to make way to Gods eternall judgment:
and then by smiting us to drive us to conversion and Repentance, to ENDNOTE575 turn from our Sins to God, Another main end) is to be a prejudice, to make Way to God's Eternal judgement
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for therein things are judged before:
for therein things Are judged before:
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when God layes open the Book of conscience, when it is written there by this Register, we shall have much to do to excuse our selves,
when God lays open the Book of conscience, when it is written there by this Register, we shall have much to do to excuse our selves,
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or to plead that we need many witnesses, for our conscience will accuse us, we shall be self-accusers, self-condemners, as the Apostle saith.
or to plead that we need many Witnesses, for our conscience will accuse us, we shall be self-accusers, self-condemners, as the Apostle Says.
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Conscience will take Gods part, and God will take part with conscience.
Conscience will take God's part, and God will take part with conscience.
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And God hath planted it for this main end, that he might be justified in the damnation of wicked men at the day of judgment.
And God hath planted it for this main end, that he might be justified in the damnation of wicked men At the day of judgement.
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Now I come to the second particular, that conscience gives evidence, or witnesse. This is the evidence, or testimony of our conscience.
Now I come to the second particular, that conscience gives evidence, or witness. This is the evidence, or testimony of our conscience.
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The witness of conscience it comes in this order.
The witness of conscience it comes in this order.
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Upon some generall rules, that the conscience hath laid up in the soule, out of nature,
Upon Some general rules, that the conscience hath laid up in the soul, out of nature,
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and out of the Book of God, the Conscience doth apply those Generalls to particulars.
and out of the Book of God, the Conscience does apply those Generals to particulars.
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First, in directing, this is such a truth in generall, you ought to carry your self thus and thus, to do this, saith conscience:
First, in directing, this is such a truth in general, you ought to carry your self thus and thus, to do this, Says conscience:
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so it directeth, and is a monitor before it be a witnesse.
so it directeth, and is a monitor before it be a witness.
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Well, if the monitions of conscience be regarded and heard, from thence comes conscience to witnesse, that the generall rule that directs in particulars, hath been obeyed,
Well, if the monitions of conscience be regarded and herd, from thence comes conscience to witness, that the general Rule that directs in particulars, hath been obeyed,
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and so after it hath done its duty in directing, it comes to judge, and to witnesse, this I have done,
and so After it hath done its duty in directing, it comes to judge, and to witness, this I have done,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or this I have not done; so the witnesse of conscience comes in that manner.
or this I have not done; so the witness of conscience comes in that manner.
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Now if you would know, what manner of witnesse conscience is, It is a witnesse that there is no exception against: Now if you would know, what manner of witness conscience is, It is a witness that there is no exception against:
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it is a witnesse that will say all the truth, and will say nothing but the truth:
it is a witness that will say all the truth, and will say nothing but the truth:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a witnesse that will not be bribed, it will not be corrupted long.
It is a witness that will not be bribed, it will not be corrupted long.
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For a time we may silence it, but it will not be so long, nor in all things.
For a time we may silence it, but it will not be so long, nor in all things.
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Some sins may be slubbered over, but there are some sins that by the generall light in nature are so known to be naught that conscience will accuse:
some Sins may be slubbered over, but there Are Some Sins that by the general Light in nature Are so known to be nought that conscience will accuse:
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therefore it is a faithfull Judge and Witnesse, especially in great sins, it is an uncorrupt witnesse.
Therefore it is a faithful Judge and Witness, especially in great Sins, it is an uncorrupt witness.
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It is a true Register, it is alway writing, and setting down;
It is a true Register, it is always writing, and setting down;
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though we know not what it writes for the present, (being carried away with vanities and lusts:) yet we shall know afterward when the book of conscience shall be layd open.
though we know not what it writes for the present, (being carried away with vanities and Lustiest:) yet we shall know afterwards when the book of conscience shall be laid open.
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It is a witnesse that we cannot impeach, no man can say, I had no body to tell me.
It is a witness that we cannot impeach, no man can say, I had no body to tell me.
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Alas, a mans own conscience will tell him well enough at the day of judgement,
Alas, a men own conscience will tell him well enough At the day of judgement,
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and say to him when he is in hell, as Reuben said to his Brethren when they were in Egypt in prison, Did not I tell you, hurt not the boy? meddle not with him:
and say to him when he is in hell, as Reuben said to his Brothers when they were in Egypt in prison, Did not I tell you, hurt not the boy? meddle not with him:
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so conscience will say, Did not I witnesse? did not I give you warning? Yes, I did, but you regarded it not.
so conscience will say, Did not I witness? did not I give you warning? Yes, I did, but you regarded it not.
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It is a faithful witnesse, there is no exception against it.
It is a faithful witness, there is no exception against it.
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And then it is, an inward witnesse, it is a domestcik witnesse, a Chaplain in ordinarie, a domesticall divine, it is alway telling us,
And then it is, an inward witness, it is a domestcik witness, a Chaplain in ordinary, a domestical divine, it is always telling us,
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and alway ready to put good things into us. It is an eye-witnesse, and an eare-witnesse;
and always ready to put good things into us. It is an eyewitness, and an earwitness;
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for it is as deep in man as any sin can be. If it be but in thought, conscience tells me what I think;
for it is as deep in man as any since can be. If it be but in Thought, conscience tells me what I think;
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and conscience tells me what I desire, as well as what I speak, and what I do.
and conscience tells me what I desire, as well as what I speak, and what I do.
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It is an inward, and an eye-witnesse of every thing.
It is an inward, and an eyewitness of every thing.
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As God sees all, and knowes all, who is all eye, so conscience is all eye, it sees every thing, it heares every thing:
As God sees all, and knows all, who is all eye, so conscience is all eye, it sees every thing, it hears every thing:
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it is privie to our thoughts.
it is privy to our thoughts.
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As we cannot escape Gods eye, so we cannot escape the eye of conscience, Whether shall I flee from thy presence? saith David, If I go to heaven, thou art there:
As we cannot escape God's eye, so we cannot escape the eye of conscience, Whither shall I flee from thy presence? Says David, If I go to heaven, thou art there:
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if I go down into hell, thou art there So a man may say of conscience, Whither shall I flee from conscience? If a man could flee from himself it were somewhat:if I go down into hell, thou art there So a man may say of conscience, Whither shall I flee from conscience? If a man could flee from himself it were somewhat:
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conscience is such a thing as that a man cannot flee from it, nor he cannot bid it, Be gone:
conscience is such a thing as that a man cannot flee from it, nor he cannot bid it, Be gone:
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it is as inward as his soul. Nay, the soule will leave the body, but conscience will not leave the soule.
it is as inward as his soul. Nay, the soul will leave the body, but conscience will not leave the soul.
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What it writes, it writes for eternity except it be wiped out by repentance. As Saint Chrysostome saith, Whatsoever is written there may be wiped out by daily repentance.
What it writes, it writes for eternity except it be wiped out by Repentance. As Saint Chrysostom Says, Whatsoever is written there may be wiped out by daily Repentance.
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You see then, it is a witnesse, and how and what manner of witnesse conscience is.
You see then, it is a witness, and how and what manner of witness conscience is.
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Therefore we should not sin, in hope of concealment:
Therefore we should not sin, in hope of concealment:
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what if thou conceal it from all others, canst thou conceal thy own conscience? As one saith well, What good is it for thee that none knowes what is done,
what if thou conceal it from all Others, Canst thou conceal thy own conscience? As one Says well, What good is it for thee that none knows what is done,
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when thou knowest it thy felf? what profit is it for him that hath a conscience that will accuse him, that he hath no man to accuse him but himself? he is a thousand witnesses to himself.
when thou Knowest it thy felf? what profit is it for him that hath a conscience that will accuse him, that he hath no man to accuse him but himself? he is a thousand Witnesses to himself.
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Conscience is not a private witnesse, it is a thousand witnesses: therefore never sin in hope to have it concealed.
Conscience is not a private witness, it is a thousand Witnesses: Therefore never sin in hope to have it concealed.
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It were better that all men should know it, then that thy self shouldest know it:
It were better that all men should know it, then that thy self Shouldst know it:
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all will be one day written in thy forehead, conscience will be a blab:
all will be one day written in thy forehead, conscience will be a blab:
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if it cannot speak the truth now, though it be bribed in this life, it will have power & efficacy in the life to come.
if it cannot speak the truth now, though it be bribed in this life, it will have power & efficacy in the life to come.
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Never sin therefore in hope of concealment, conscience is a witnesse, we have the witnesse in us:
Never sin Therefore in hope of concealment, conscience is a witness, we have the witness in us:
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and as Esay saith, Our sins witnesse against us. It is in vain to look for secrecy, conscience will discover all.
and as Isaiah Says, Our Sins witness against us. It is in vain to look for secrecy, conscience will discover all.
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Again, considering that conscience doth witnesse and will witnesse, let us labour that it may witnesse well, let us labour to furnish it with a good testimonie.
Again, considering that conscience does witness and will witness, let us labour that it may witness well, let us labour to furnish it with a good testimony.
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The Word that Moses spake, and the Word that I speak shall judge you at the last day.
The Word that Moses spoke, and the Word that I speak shall judge you At the last day.
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Let us carrie our selves so in all our demeanour to God and men, that conscience may give a good testimony, a good witness, it will witness either for us, or against us.
Let us carry our selves so in all our demeanour to God and men, that conscience may give a good testimony, a good witness, it will witness either for us, or against us.
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Therefore first of all, labour to have good rules to guide it. And then, labour to obey those rules:
Therefore First of all, labour to have good rules to guide it. And then, labour to obey those rules:
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knowledge and obedience are necessary, that conscience may give a good witnesse. Now a good witnesse of conscience is two-fold.
knowledge and Obedience Are necessary, that conscience may give a good witness. Now a good witness of conscience is twofold.
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A true and honest witnesse, and then a peaceable witnesse followes on it: that it may witnesse truth, and then that it may witnesse peace for us.
A true and honest witness, and then a peaceable witness follows on it: that it may witness truth, and then that it may witness peace for us.
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That conscience may witnesse truly, and excuse us, conscience must be rightly instructed: for naturally conscience can tell us many things.
That conscience may witness truly, and excuse us, conscience must be rightly instructed: for naturally conscience can tell us many things.
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The Heathen men, Philosophers (we may read it to our shame) they made conscience of things, which Christians that are instructed by a further rule then conscience, (that have the Book of God to rectifie the inward Book of conscience) yet they make no conscience of.
The Heathen men, Philosophers (we may read it to our shame) they made conscience of things, which Christians that Are instructed by a further Rule then conscience, (that have the Book of God to rectify the inward Book of conscience) yet they make no conscience of.
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How many cases did they make scruple of? to discover faults to the buyer in their selling,
How many cases did they make scruple of? to discover Faults to the buyer in their selling,
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and to deal truly, and honestly, (for the second table especially;) it should make Christians ashamed.
and to deal truly, and honestly, (for the second table especially;) it should make Christians ashamed.
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But besides that rule, we have the rule of the Scriptures: because men are ready to trample upon, and to rase out the writing of conscience,
But beside that Rule, we have the Rule of the Scriptures: Because men Are ready to trample upon, and to raze out the writing of conscience,
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but the Book of God they cannot: therefore that is added to help conscience.
but the Book of God they cannot: Therefore that is added to help conscience.
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And God adds his Spirit to his Word to convince conscience, and to make the witnesse of the Word more effectuall;
And God adds his Spirit to his Word to convince conscience, and to make the witness of the Word more effectual;
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for although the Word say thus and thus, yet till the Spirit convince the soul, and set it down that it is thus;
for although the Word say thus and thus, yet till the Spirit convince the soul, and Set it down that it is thus;
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till it convince it with a heavenly light, conscience will not be fully convict.
till it convince it with a heavenly Light, conscience will not be Fully convict.
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That conscience therefore may be able to witnesse well, Let us regard the notions of nature, preserve them:
That conscience Therefore may be able to witness well, Let us regard the notions of nature, preserve them:
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if we do not, God will give us up to grosse sins.
if we do not, God will give us up to gross Sins.
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Let us labour to have right principles, and grounds, to cherish principles of nature common with the Heathens:
Let us labour to have right principles, and grounds, to cherish principles of nature Common with the heathens:
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and to lay up principles out of the Word of God, to preserve the admonitions, and directions, and rules of the Word.
and to lay up principles out of the Word of God, to preserve the admonitions, and directions, and rules of the Word.
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And especially the sweet motions of Gods blessed Spirit. For conscience alway supposeth a rule, the rule of nature, the rule of the Word,
And especially the sweet motions of God's blessed Spirit. For conscience always Supposeth a Rule, the Rule of nature, the Rule of the Word,
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and the suggestions of the blessed Spirit with the Word.
and the suggestions of the blessed Spirit with the Word.
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Therefore (to note by the way) an Ignorant man can never have a good conscience, especially a man that affects Ignorance; because he hath no rule: he labours to have none.
Therefore (to note by the Way) an Ignorant man can never have a good conscience, especially a man that affects Ignorance; Because he hath no Rule: he labours to have none.
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It is not meerly ignorance, but likewise obstinacy with ignorance.
It is not merely ignorance, but likewise obstinacy with ignorance.
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He will not know what he should, lest conscience force him to doe what he knowes.
He will not know what he should, lest conscience force him to do what he knows.
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What a sottish thing is this? It will be the heaviest sin that can be laid ro our charge at the day of judgment, not that we were Ignorant,
What a sottish thing is this? It will be the Heaviest since that can be laid ro our charge At the day of judgement, not that we were Ignorant,
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but that we refused to know, we refused to have our conscience rectified, and instructed. And those that avoid knowledg, because they will not do what they know:
but that we refused to know, we refused to have our conscience rectified, and instructed. And those that avoid knowledge, Because they will not do what they know:
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they shall know one day that their wilful Ignorance will be laid to their charge as a heavy sin.
they shall know one day that their wilful Ignorance will be laid to their charge as a heavy since.
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Labour to have right principles and grounds.
Labour to have right principles and grounds.
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What is the reason that commonly men have such bad consciences? They have false principles, they conclude, may I not do what I list? may I not make of my own what I will? and every man for himself, and God for us all: diabolicall principles.
What is the reason that commonly men have such bad Consciences? They have false principles, they conclude, may I not do what I list? may I not make of my own what I will? and every man for himself, and God for us all: diabolical principles.
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And so commonly if a man examine men that live in wickednesse, they have false principles, God sees not, God regards not:
And so commonly if a man examine men that live in wickedness, they have false principles, God sees not, God regards not:
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and it is time enough to repent. The cause that men live wickedly is false principles:
and it is time enough to Repent. The cause that men live wickedly is false principles:
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therefore they have so vile consciences as they have, their hearts deceive them, and they deceive their hearts.
Therefore they have so vile Consciences as they have, their hearts deceive them, and they deceive their hearts.
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They have false principles put into them by others, they are deceived, and they deceive their hearts, they force false principles upon themselves.
They have false principles put into them by Others, they Are deceived, and they deceive their hearts, they force false principles upon themselves.
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Many study for false grounds to live by for their advantage.
Many study for false grounds to live by for their advantage.
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There are many that are Atheisticall, that live even under the Gospell, and what rule have they? the example of them by whom they hope to rife:
There Are many that Are Atheistical, that live even under the Gospel, and what Rule have they? the Exampl of them by whom they hope to rife:
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they study their manners, they square their lives by them, that is all the rule they have. And again, the multitude:
they study their manners, they square their lives by them, that is all the Rule they have. And again, the multitude:
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they do as the most do, and custom, and other false rules.
they do as the most do, and custom, and other false rules.
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These rules will not comfort us, to say, I did it by such an example, I did as others among whom I live did:
These rules will not Comfort us, to say, I did it by such an Exampl, I did as Others among whom I live did:
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or I did it because it was the custom of the times: these things being alledged will comfort nothing.
or I did it Because it was the custom of the times: these things being alleged will Comfort nothing.
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For who gave you these rules? doth God say any where in his Word, you shall be judged by the example of others? you shall be judged by the custom of the times you live in?
For who gave you these rules? does God say any where in his Word, you shall be judged by the Exampl of Others? you shall be judged by the custom of the times you live in?
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They that have not the Word, shall be judged by the Word written in their hearts:
They that have not the Word, shall be judged by the Word written in their hearts:
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Those that have sinned without the Law, shall be judged by that, without the Law of Moses. Those that have sinned without the Law, shall be judged by that, without the Law of Moses.
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God hath acquainted us with other rules. We must take heed of this therefore, thatwe get good rules:
God hath acquainted us with other rules. We must take heed of this Therefore, thatwe get good rules:
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take heed that they be not false rules: for the want of these directions, men come to have ill consciences.
take heed that they be not false rules: for the want of these directions, men come to have ill Consciences.
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Where there is no good rule, there is a blind conscience. where there is no application of the rule, there is a prophane conscience.
Where there is no good Rule, there is a blind conscience. where there is no application of the Rule, there is a profane conscience.
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And where there is a false rule, there is an erroneous, a scrupulous, a wicked conscience.
And where there is a false Rule, there is an erroneous, a scrupulous, a wicked conscience.
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A Papist, because he hath a false rule, he cannot have a good conscience.
A Papist, Because he hath a false Rule, he cannot have a good conscience.
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The abomination of Popery is, that they sin against conscience, and conscience indeed is even with them,
The abomination of Popery is, that they sin against conscience, and conscience indeed is even with them,
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for it overthrowes the most of their principles:
for it overthrows the most of their principles:
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They sin against conscience many wayes, (I mean not against their own conscience, but) they sin against the conscience of others.
They sin against conscience many ways, (I mean not against their own conscience, but) they sin against the conscience of Others.
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For what do they? That they may rule in the consciences of men (for that is the end of their great Prelate the Tyrant of souls) they have false rules, that the Pope cannot erre:
For what do they? That they may Rule in the Consciences of men (for that is the end of their great Prelate the Tyrant of Souls) they have false rules, that the Pope cannot err:
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their rule is the authority, and judgement of him that cannot erre:
their Rule is the Authority, and judgement of him that cannot err:
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and he (for the most part) is an unlearned man in Divinity that never read over the Scriptures in all his life;
and he (for the most part) is an unlearned man in Divinity that never read over the Scriptures in all his life;
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and he must judge all controversies.
and he must judge all controversies.
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Where this is granted, that the Pope cannot erre, he fits in the conscience to do what he list.
Where this is granted, that the Pope cannot err, he fits in the conscience to do what he list.
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And he makes divine Lawes, and cursed is he, saith the Councel of Trent, that doth not equalize those traditions with the VVord of God.
And he makes divine Laws, and cursed is he, Says the Council of Trent, that does not equalise those traditions with the Word of God.
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From this false rule comes all, even rebellion it self: If he give dispensation from the oath of Allegiance, because he cannot erre;
From this false Rule comes all, even rebellion it self: If he give Dispensation from the oath of Allegiance, Because he cannot err;
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therefore they ought to obey him, and rebell against their Governours. All rebellion is from that rebellious rebellion that comes from false principles.
Therefore they ought to obey him, and rebel against their Governors. All rebellion is from that rebellious rebellion that comes from false principles.
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These men talk of conscience, and they come not to Church for conscience sake;
These men talk of conscience, and they come not to Church for conscience sake;
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what conscience can they have, when they have false rules? To equivocate and lie, sins against nature.
what conscience can they have, when they have false rules? To equivocate and lie, Sins against nature.
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that he enjoyes the comforts of this life with a good conscience, and all things are pure to the pure.
that he enjoys the comforts of this life with a good conscience, and all things Are pure to the pure.
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And other rules that give liberty against the Word: that children may disobey their Parents, and get into a Cloyster, &c. The most of Popery (though there were no VVord of God) it is against nature, against conscience, which God hath planted in man as his deputy, his tenant.
And other rules that give liberty against the Word: that children may disobey their Parents, and get into a Cloister, etc. The most of Popery (though there were no Word of God) it is against nature, against conscience, which God hath planted in man as his deputy, his tenant.
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And as they sin against conscience. so (as I said) conscience is even with them.
And as they sin against conscience. so (as I said) conscience is even with them.
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For let a man trust to his conscience, and he can never be a sound Papist:
For let a man trust to his conscience, and he can never be a found Papist:
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except he leave that, and go upon base false grounds, because other great men do it,
except he leave that, and go upon base false grounds, Because other great men do it,
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and because his predecessours have done it, &c. I appeal to their own consciences, if any man at the day of death think to be saved by his merits, doth not Bellarmine (after long dispute of salvation by merits) disclaime it? doth he not put away merits,
and Because his predecessors have done it, etc. I appeal to their own Consciences, if any man At the day of death think to be saved by his merits, does not Bellarmine (After long dispute of salvation by merits) disclaim it? does he not put away merits,
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for the uncertainty of his own righteousnesse? So their own consciences do wring away the testimony of trusting to merits.
for the uncertainty of his own righteousness? So their own Consciences do wring away the testimony of trusting to merits.
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Again, that Original sin is no great sin, it is but the cause of sin, and it is lesse then any venial sin:
Again, that Original since is no great since, it is but the cause of since, and it is less then any venial since:
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Oh, but when conscience is awaked to know what a corrupt estate it is, it will draw from them that which it drew from Saint Paul, Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death? Conscience when it is awaked will tell them that it is another manner of sin,
O, but when conscience is awaked to know what a corrupt estate it is, it will draw from them that which it drew from Saint Paul, O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death? Conscience when it is awaked will tell them that it is Another manner of since,
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and that it is the fountain of all sin.
and that it is the fountain of all since.
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And so for Justification by works, conscience it self (if there were no Book of God) would say it is a false point.
And so for Justification by works, conscience it self (if there were no Book of God) would say it is a false point.
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And then they plead for Ignorance; they have blind consciences: their Clergy being a subtile generation, that have abused the world a long time:
And then they plead for Ignorance; they have blind Consciences: their Clergy being a subtle generation, that have abused the world a long time:
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because they would sit in the conscience where God should sit:
Because they would fit in the conscience where God should fit:
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they sit in the Temple of God, and would be respected above that which is due to them;
they fit in the Temple of God, and would be respected above that which is due to them;
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they would be accounted as petty gods in the world;
they would be accounted as Petty God's in the world;
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therefore they keep the people from the knowledge of the true rule, and make what they speak equal with Gods word.
Therefore they keep the people from the knowledge of the true Rule, and make what they speak equal with God's word.
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Now if the people did discern this they would not be Papists long; for no man would willingly be cozened.
Now if the people did discern this they would not be Papists long; for no man would willingly be cozened.
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Let us labour therefore for a true rule. And when we have gotten rules, apply them:
Let us labour Therefore for a true Rule. And when we have got rules, apply them:
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for what are rules without application? Rules are instrumental things; and instruments without use are nothing.
for what Are rules without application? Rules Are instrumental things; and Instruments without use Are nothing.
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If a Carpenter have a rule, and hang it up by him, and work by conceit, what is it good for? So to get a company of rules by the word of God, (to refine natural knowledge as much as we can) and then to make no use of it in our lives, it is to no purpose;
If a Carpenter have a Rule, and hang it up by him, and work by conceit, what is it good for? So to get a company of rules by the word of God, (to refine natural knowledge as much as we can) and then to make no use of it in our lives, it is to no purpose;
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therefore when we have rules, let us apply them.
Therefore when we have rules, let us apply them.
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In this those that have the true rule, and apply it not, are better then they that refuse to have the rule,
In this those that have the true Rule, and apply it not, Are better then they that refuse to have the Rule,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because (as hath been said) an Ignorant man that hath not the rule, he cannot be good.
Because (as hath been said) an Ignorant man that hath not the Rule, he cannot be good.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But a man that hath the rule, and yet squares not his life by it, yet he can bring the rule to his life;
But a man that hath the Rule, and yet squares not his life by it, yet he can bring the Rule to his life;
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there is a near converse between the heart and the brain, such a man, he hath the rule in his memory, he hath it in his understanding:
there is a near converse between the heart and the brain, such a man, he hath the Rule in his memory, he hath it in his understanding:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore there is a thousand times more hope of him that cares to know, that cares to hear the word of God,
and Therefore there is a thousand times more hope of him that Cares to know, that Cares to hear the word of God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and cares for the meanes, then of sottish persons that care not to hear, because they would not do that they know,
and Cares for the means, then of sottish Persons that care not to hear, Because they would not do that they know,
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and because they would not have their sleepy, dull, and drowsie conscience awaked: there is no hope of such a one.
and Because they would not have their sleepy, dull, and drowsy conscience awaked: there is no hope of such a one.
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It should be our care to have right rules, and in the application of them to make much of conscience, that it may apply aright in directing, and then in comfort.
It should be our care to have right rules, and in the application of them to make much of conscience, that it may apply aright in directing, and then in Comfort.
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If we obey it in directing, it will witnesse, and excuse;
If we obey it in directing, it will witness, and excuse;
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and upon witnesse and excuse, there will come a sweet Paradise to the soul, of joy and peace unspeakable, and glorious.
and upon witness and excuse, there will come a sweet Paradise to the soul, of joy and peace unspeakable, and glorious.
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The last thing I observe from these words is this, that The testimonie and witnesse of conscience is a ground of comfort, and joy.
The last thing I observe from these words is this, that The testimony and witness of conscience is a ground of Comfort, and joy.
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The reason of the joyning these two, the witnesse of a good conscience, and joy; it is that which I said before in the description of conscience:
The reason of the joining these two, the witness of a good conscience, and joy; it is that which I said before in the description of conscience:
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for conscience first admonisheth, and then witnesseth, and then it excuseth, or accuseth, and then it judgeth, and executeth. for conscience First Admonisheth, and then Witnesseth, and then it excuseth, or Accuseth, and then it Judgeth, and Executeth.
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Now the inward execution of conscience is joy, if it be good:
Now the inward execution of conscience is joy, if it be good:
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for God hath so planted it in the heart and soul, that where conscience doth accuse,
for God hath so planted it in the heart and soul, that where conscience does accuse,
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or excuse, there is alway execution; there is alway joy, or fear; the affections of joy or fear alway follow.
or excuse, there is always execution; there is always joy, or Fear; the affections of joy or Fear always follow.
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If he have gotten them ill, conscience upbraids him alway, and therefore he cannot joy in the good estate he hath.
If he have got them ill, conscience upbraids him always, and Therefore he cannot joy in the good estate he hath.
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If a mans conscience excuse him, that he hath done well, then conscience comes to be enlarged, to be a Paradise to the soul, to be a Jubile, a refreshing, to speak peace and comfort to a man.
If a men conscience excuse him, that he hath done well, then conscience comes to be enlarged, to be a Paradise to the soul, to be a Jubilee, a refreshing, to speak peace and Comfort to a man.
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For rewards are not kept altogether for the life to come; hell is begun in an ill conscience, and heaven is begun in a good conscience;
For rewards Are not kept altogether for the life to come; hell is begun in an ill conscience, and heaven is begun in a good conscience;
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an ill conscience is a hell upon earth, a good conscience is a heaven upon earth;
an ill conscience is a hell upon earth, a good conscience is a heaven upon earth;
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therefore the testimony of a good conscience breeds glorying, and rejoycing. Again, conscience when it witnesseth, it comforts, because when it witnesseth, it witnesseth with God,
Therefore the testimony of a good conscience breeds glorying, and rejoicing. Again, conscience when it Witnesseth, it comforts, Because when it Witnesseth, it Witnesseth with God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and where God is, there is his Spirit, and where the holy Spirit is, there is joy:
and where God is, there is his Spirit, and where the holy Spirit is, there is joy:
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for even as heat followes the fire, so joy and glorying accompany the Spirit of God, The Spirit of glory. Now when conscience witnesseth aright, it witnesseth with God;
for even as heat follows the fire, so joy and glorying accompany the Spirit of God, The Spirit of glory. Now when conscience Witnesseth aright, it Witnesseth with God;
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and God is alway cloathed with joy, he brings joy and glory into the heart. Conscience witnesseth with God that I am his.
and God is always clothed with joy, he brings joy and glory into the heart. Conscience Witnesseth with God that I am his.
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And it witnesseth with my self that I have led my life thus, Our rejoycing is the witnesse of [ our ] conscience.
And it Witnesseth with my self that I have led my life thus, Our rejoicing is the witness of [ our ] conscience.
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It is not the witnesse of another mans conscience, but my own:
It is not the witness of Another men conscience, but my own:
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other men may witnesse, and say I am thus and thus, but all is to no purpose,
other men may witness, and say I am thus and thus, but all is to no purpose,
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if my own conscience tell me I am another man then they take me to be:
if my own conscience tell me I am Another man then they take me to be:
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But when a mans own conscience witnesseth for him, there followes rejoycing.
But when a men own conscience Witnesseth for him, there follows rejoicing.
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A man cannot rejoyce with the testimony of another mans conscience, because another man saith, I am a good man, &c. unlesse there be the testimony of my own conscience.
A man cannot rejoice with the testimony of Another men conscience, Because Another man Says, I am a good man, etc. unless there be the testimony of my own conscience.
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Now it is a sweet benefit, an excusing conscience, when it witnesseth well:
Now it is a sweet benefit, an excusing conscience, when it Witnesseth well:
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Let us see it in all the passages of life, that a good conscience in excusing breeds glorying and joy.
Let us see it in all the passages of life, that a good conscience in excusing breeds glorying and joy.
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It doth breed joy in Life, in Death, at the day of judgement. In life, in all the passages of life;
It does breed joy in Life, in Death, At the day of judgement. In life, in all the passages of life;
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in all estates, both good, and ill.
in all estates, both good, and ill.
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In good, the testimonie of conscience breeds joy, for it enjoyes the pleasures of this life, In good, the testimony of conscience breeds joy, for it enjoys the pleasures of this life,
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and the comforts of it with the favour of God;
and the comforts of it with the favour of God;
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conscience tells the man that he hath gotten the things well that he enjoyes, that he hath gotten the place,
conscience tells the man that he hath got the things well that he enjoys, that he hath got the place,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and advancement that he hath well:
and advancement that he hath well:
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If a man had all the contentments in the world, if he had not the testimonie of a good conscience, what were all? What contentment had Adam in Paradise,
If a man had all the contentment's in the world, if he had not the testimony of a good conscience, what were all? What contentment had Adam in Paradise,
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after once by sin he had fallen from the peace of conscience? none at all.
After once by since he had fallen from the peace of conscience? none At all.
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A little that the righteous hath, is better then great riches of the ungodly; because they have not peace of conscience.A little that the righteous hath, is better then great riches of the ungodly; Because they have not peace of conscience.
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And so for ill estate, when conscience witnesseth well, it breeds rejoycing.
And so for ill estate, when conscience Witnesseth well, it breeds rejoicing.
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In false imputations, and slanders, and disgraces, as here, it was insinuated into the Corinthians by false teachers, In false imputations, and slanders, and disgraces, as Here, it was insinuated into the Corinthians by false Teachers,
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and those that followed them, that St. Paul was so and so:
and those that followed them, that Saint Paul was so and so:
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saith St. Paul, You may say what you will of me, My rejoycing is this, the testimony of my conscience, that I am not the man which they make me to be in your hearts by their false reports.
Says Saint Paul, You may say what you will of me, My rejoicing is this, the testimony of my conscience, that I am not the man which they make me to be in your hearts by their false reports.
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The witnesse of conscience is a good and sufficient ground of rejoycing in this case.
The witness of conscience is a good and sufficient ground of rejoicing in this case.
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Therefore holy men have retired to their conscience in all times, as Saint Paul you see doth here.
Therefore holy men have retired to their conscience in all times, as Saint Paul you see does Here.
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So Job, his conscience bare him out in all the false imputations of his comfortlesse friends that were miserable comforters, they laboured to take away his sincerity from him, the chief cause of his joy, Yeu shall not take away my sincerity, saith he:
So Job, his conscience bore him out in all the false imputations of his comfortless Friends that were miserable Comforters, they laboured to take away his sincerity from him, the chief cause of his joy, Yeu shall not take away my sincerity, Says he:
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you would make me an hypocrite, and thus and thus, but my conscience tells me I am otherwise,
you would make me an hypocrite, and thus and thus, but my conscience tells me I am otherwise,
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therefore you shall not take away my innocency from me.
Therefore you shall not take away my innocency from me.
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And in Job 31. 35. Behold, it is my desire, that the Almighty would answer me,
And in Job 31. 35. Behold, it is my desire, that the Almighty would answer me,
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and that my adversaries would write a Book against me, I would take it upon my shoulder, I would take it as a crown unto me. and that my Adversaries would write a Book against me, I would take it upon my shoulder, I would take it as a crown unto me.
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Here was the force of a good conscience in Jobs troubles, that if his adversaries should write a book against him,
Here was the force of a good conscience in Jobs Troubles, that if his Adversaries should write a book against him,
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yet he would bind it as a crown about him:
yet he would bind it as a crown about him:
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And so David, in all imputations this was his joy, when they laid things to his charge that he had never done:
And so David, in all imputations this was his joy, when they laid things to his charge that he had never done:
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he takes this for his joy, the comfort of his conscience.
he Takes this for his joy, the Comfort of his conscience.
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So St. Paul, he retires to his conscience, and being raised up with the worthinesse of a good conscience, he despiseth all imputations whatsoever;
So Saint Paul, he retires to his conscience, and being raised up with the worthiness of a good conscience, he despises all imputations whatsoever;
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he sets Conscience up as a flag of defiance, to all false slanders and imputations that were laid against him,
he sets Conscience up as a flag of defiance, to all false slanders and imputations that were laid against him,
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saith he in one place, I passe not for mans sentence, I passe not for mans day;
Says he in one place, I pass not for men sentence, I pass not for men day;
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man hath his day, man will have his Judgment-seat, and will get upon the Bench,
man hath his day, man will have his Judgment seat, and will get upon the Bench,
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and judge me that I am such and such, I care not for mans day, there is another Judgement-seat that I looke unto,
and judge me that I am such and such, I care not for men day, there is Another Judgement-seat that I look unto,
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and to the testimony of my Conscience, My rejoycing is the witnesse of my Conscience.
and to the testimony of my Conscience, My rejoicing is the witness of my Conscience.
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Holie men have cause to retire to their own Consciences, when they would rejoyce against false imputations:
Holy men have cause to retire to their own Consciences, when they would rejoice against false imputations:
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so holy Saint Austin, what saith he to a Donatist that wronged him in his reputation? Think of Austin what you please,
so holy Saint Austin, what Says he to a Donatist that wronged him in his reputation? Think of Austin what you please,
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as long as my Conscience accuseth me not with God, I will give you leave to think what you will.
as long as my Conscience Accuseth me not with God, I will give you leave to think what you will.
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If so be that a mans Conscience cleares him, he cares not a whit for reports:
If so be that a men Conscience clears him, he Cares not a whit for reports:
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because a good man looks more to Conscience then to fame; therefore if Conscience tell him truth, though fame lie he cares not much:
Because a good man looks more to Conscience then to fame; Therefore if Conscience tell him truth, though fame lie he Cares not much:
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for he squares not his life by report, but by Conscience. Indeed he lookes to a good name, but that is in the last place.
for he squares not his life by report, but by Conscience. Indeed he looks to a good name, but that is in the last place.
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For a good man lookes first to God, who is above conscience; and then he lookes to Conscience which is under God:
For a good man looks First to God, who is above conscience; and then he looks to Conscience which is under God:
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and then in the third place he lookes to report amongst men.
and then in the third place he looks to report among men.
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And if God and his Conscience excuse him, though men accuse him, and lay imputations upon him, this or that, he passeth little for mans judgment:
And if God and his Conscience excuse him, though men accuse him, and lay imputations upon him, this or that, he passes little for men judgement:
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so the witness of conscience, it comforts in all imputations whatsoever.
so the witness of conscience, it comforts in all imputations whatsoever.
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Again, it comforts in sicknesse, Ezechias was sick, what doth he retire unto? Remember, Lord, how I have walked uprightly before thee; he goes to his Conscience.
Again, it comforts in sickness, Hezekiah was sick, what does he retire unto? remember, Lord, how I have walked uprightly before thee; he Goes to his Conscience.
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In sicknesse when a man can eate nothing a good Conscience is a continuall feast. In sorrow it is a Musician.
In sickness when a man can eat nothing a good Conscience is a continual feast. In sorrow it is a Musician.
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A good Conscience doth not onely Counsell, and advise, but it is a Musician to delight.
A good Conscience does not only Counsel, and Advice, but it is a Musician to delight.
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It is a Physitian to heal. It is the best Cordiall, the best Physick: all other are Physitians of no value, Comforts of no value.
It is a physician to heal. It is the best Cordial, the best Physic: all other Are Physicians of no valve, Comforts of no valve.
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If a mans Conscience be wounded, if it be not quieted by faith in the blood of Christ:
If a men Conscience be wounded, if it be not quieted by faith in the blood of christ:
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if he have not the Spirit to witnesse the forgivenesse of his sins, and to sanctifie and inable him to lead a good life, all is to no purpose,
if he have not the Spirit to witness the forgiveness of his Sins, and to sanctify and inable him to led a good life, all is to no purpose,
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if there be an evill Conscience: the unsound body while it is sick, it is in a kind of hell already.
if there be an evil Conscience: the unsound body while it is sick, it is in a kind of hell already.
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Again, take a man in any crosse whatsoever, a good conscience doth bear out the Crosse, it bears a man up alway:
Again, take a man in any cross whatsoever, a good conscience does bear out the Cross, it bears a man up always:
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because a good Conscience, being a witnesse with God, it raiseth a man obove all earthly things whatsoever:
Because a good Conscience, being a witness with God, it Raiseth a man obove all earthly things whatsoever:
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there is no Earthly discouragement that can dismay a good Conscience, because there is a kind of Divinitie in Conscience put in by God,
there is no Earthly discouragement that can dismay a good Conscience, Because there is a kind of Divinity in Conscience put in by God,
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and it witnesseth together with God; so that in all crosses it comforts.
and it Witnesseth together with God; so that in all Crosses it comforts.
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So likewise in losses, in want, in want of friends, in want of comforts, in want of liberty:
So likewise in losses, in want, in want of Friends, in want of comforts, in want of liberty:
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what doth the witnesse of a good Conscience in all these? In want of friends, it is a friend indeed:
what does the witness of a good Conscience in all these? In want of Friends, it is a friend indeed:
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it is an inward friend, a near friend to us.
it is an inward friend, a near friend to us.
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Put the case that a man have never a friend in the world, yet he hath God and his own conscience:
Put the case that a man have never a friend in the world, yet he hath God and his own conscience:
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where there is a good conscience, there is God and his holy Spirit alway.
where there is a good conscience, there is God and his holy Spirit always.
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In want of liberty, in want of outward comforts, he hath the comfort of a good conscience.
In want of liberty, in want of outward comforts, he hath the Comfort of a good conscience.
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A man on his death-bed, he sees he wants all outward comforts, but he hath a good conscience.
A man on his deathbed, he sees he Wants all outward comforts, but he hath a good conscience.
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And so in want of libertie, when a man is restrained, his heart is at liberty.
And so in want of liberty, when a man is restrained, his heart is At liberty.
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A wicked man that hath a bad conscience, is imprisoned in his own Heart, though he have never such libertie,
A wicked man that hath a bad conscience, is imprisoned in his own Heart, though he have never such liberty,
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though he be a Monarch, a bad Conscience imprisons him at home, he is in fetters, his thoughts make him afraid of Thunder, afraid of every thing, afraid of himself:
though he be a Monarch, a bad Conscience imprisons him At home, he is in fetters, his thoughts make him afraid of Thunder, afraid of every thing, afraid of himself:
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and though there be no body else to awe him, yet his conscience awes him.
and though there be no body Else to awe him, yet his conscience awes him.
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Where there is a conscience under the guilt of sin unrepented, there is the greatest liberty in the world, there is restraint;
Where there is a conscience under the guilt of since unrepented, there is the greatest liberty in the world, there is restraint;
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for Conscience is the worst prison. Where there is a good conscience, there is an inward inlargement.
for Conscience is the worst prison. Where there is a good conscience, there is an inward enlargement.
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A good man in the greatest restraint hath liberty.
A good man in the greatest restraint hath liberty.
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Paul and Silas, Act. 16. in the dungeon, in the hell of the dungeon, in the worst place of the dungeon, in the stocks,Paul and Silas, Act. 16. in the dungeon, in the hell of the dungeon, in the worst place of the dungeon, in the stocks,
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and at the worst time of the day (of the naturall day I mean) at midnight,
and At the worst time of the day (of the natural day I mean) At midnight,
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and in the worst usage, when they were misused, and whipped with all, they had all the discouragements that could be;
and in the worst usage, when they were misused, and whipped with all, they had all the discouragements that could be;
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and yet they sang at midnight these blessed men Paul, and Silas, because their hearts were enlarged, there was a Paradise in the very Dungeon.
and yet they sang At midnight these blessed men Paul, and Silas, Because their hearts were enlarged, there was a Paradise in the very Dungeon.
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As where the King is, there is his Court, so it is where God is.
As where the King is, there is his Court, so it is where God is.
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God in the prison, in the noysom dungeon by his Spirit so enlarged their hearts that they sang at midnight.
God in the prison, in the noisome dungeon by his Spirit so enlarged their hearts that they sang At midnight.
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Where as if conscience be ill, if it were in Paradise, Conscience would fear, as we see in Adam. Saint Paul in prison was better then Adam in Paradise, when he had offended God. Adam had outward comforts enough;
Where as if conscience be ill, if it were in Paradise, Conscience would Fear, as we see in Adam. Saint Paul in prison was better then Adam in Paradise, when he had offended God. Adam had outward comforts enough;
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but when he had sinned, his conscience made him afraid, of him from whom he should have all comfort, it made him afraid of God and hide himself among the leaves; alas, a poore shift.
but when he had sinned, his conscience made him afraid, of him from whom he should have all Comfort, it made him afraid of God and hide himself among the leaves; alas, a poor shift.
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We see then, conscience doth witnesse, and the witness of it when it is good, doth cause the soul to glory and rejoyce, not onely in positive ills, in slanders,
We see then, conscience does witness, and the witness of it when it is good, does cause the soul to glory and rejoice, not only in positive ills, in slanders,
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and crosses, but in losses, in want of friends, in want of comforts, in want of liberty.
and Crosses, but in losses, in want of Friends, in want of comforts, in want of liberty.
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And so for the time to come, in evills threatned a good conscience is bold, It feares no ill tidings, Psalme 112. My heart is fixed, my heart is fixed saith David;
And so for the time to come, in evils threatened a good conscience is bold, It fears no ill tidings, Psalm 112. My heart is fixed, my heart is fixed Says David;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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wicked men are like the trees of the forrest, Isay 7. Wicked Ahaz, his heart did tremble, and shake, wicked men Are like the trees of the forest, Saiah 7. Wicked Ahaz, his heart did tremble, and shake,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as the leaves with the wind. The noise of fear is alway in their eares;as the leaves with the wind. The noise of Fear is always in their ears;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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an ill Conscience when it is mingled with ill newes, when there are two feares together, it must needs be a great fear.
an ill Conscience when it is mingled with ill news, when there Are two fears together, it must needs be a great Fear.
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And a good conscience when it hath laid up grounds of joy in life in the worst estate,
And a good conscience when it hath laid up grounds of joy in life in the worst estate,
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and condition of life, then it makes use of joy in death: for when all comforts are taken from a man, when his friends cannot comfort him,
and condition of life, then it makes use of joy in death: for when all comforts Are taken from a man, when his Friends cannot Comfort him,
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and all earthly things leave him, then that conscience that hath gone along with him, that hath been a Monitor,
and all earthly things leave him, then that conscience that hath gone along with him, that hath been a Monitor,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and a witnesse all his life-time, now it comes to speak good things to him, now it comforts him, now conscience is some body;
and a witness all his lifetime, now it comes to speak good things to him, now it comforts him, now conscience is Some body;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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at the houre of death, when nothing else will be regarded, when nothing will comfort, then conscience doth, The righteous hath hope in his death, as the Wise man saith.
At the hour of death, when nothing Else will be regarded, when nothing will Comfort, then conscience does, The righteous hath hope in his death, as the Wise man Says.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Death is called the King of feares; because it makes all afraid. It is the terrible of terribles, saith he Philosopher;
Death is called the King of fears; Because it makes all afraid. It is the terrible of terribles, Says he Philosopher;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and such a reservation, that if that were set downe that is reserved, it were absurd?
and such a reservation, that if that were Set down that is reserved, it were absurd?
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but here is a King above the King of feares; a good conscience is above the King of feares, death.
but Here is a King above the King of fears; a good conscience is above the King of fears, death.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A good conscience is fo farre from being discouraged by this King of feares, that it is joyfull even in death:
A good conscience is foe Far from being discouraged by this King of fears, that it is joyful even in death:
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because it knowes that then it is near to the place where conscience shall be fully enlarged, where there shall be no annoyance, nor no grievance whatsoever.
Because it knows that then it is near to the place where conscience shall be Fully enlarged, where there shall be no annoyance, nor no grievance whatsoever.
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Death is the end of misery; and the beginning of happinesse, therefore a good conscience is joyful in death.
Death is the end of misery; and the beginning of happiness, Therefore a good conscience is joyful in death.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And after death, at the day of judgment, there the witnesse of conscience is a wondrous cause of joy:
And After death, At the day of judgement, there the witness of conscience is a wondrous cause of joy:
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for there a man that hath a good conscience, he looks upon the Judge his Brother:
for there a man that hath a good conscience, he looks upon the Judge his Brother:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he looks on him with whom he hath made his peace in his life-time before,
he looks on him with whom he hath made his peace in his lifetime before,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and now he receives that which he had the beginnings of before, then he lifts up his head with joy and comfort.
and now he receives that which he had the beginnings of before, then he lifts up his head with joy and Comfort.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So you see how the witnesse of conscience causeth glory, and joy in all estates whatsoever, in life, in death, after death:
So you see how the witness of conscience Causes glory, and joy in all estates whatsoever, in life, in death, After death:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it speaks for a man there, it never leaves him till it have brought him to heaven it self, where all things else leave a man.
it speaks for a man there, it never leaves him till it have brought him to heaven it self, where all things Else leave a man.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore how much should we prize, and value the testimony and witnesse of a good conscience? And what madnesse is it for a man to humour men,
Therefore how much should we prize, and valve the testimony and witness of a good conscience? And what madness is it for a man to humour men,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and displease conscience his best friend? Of all persons and all things in the world, we should reverence our own conscience most of all.
and displease conscience his best friend? Of all Persons and all things in the world, we should Reverence our own conscience most of all.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Wretched men despise the inward witnesse of this inward friend, this inward divine, this inward Physician, this inward Comforter, this inward Counsellour.
Wretched men despise the inward witness of this inward friend, this inward divine, this inward physician, this inward Comforter, this inward Counselor.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is no better then madnesse that men should regard that every thing else be good,
It is no better then madness that men should regard that every thing Else be good,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and clean, and yet notwithstanding in the middest of all to have foul consciences. But to answer an objection, and to unloose some knots.
and clean, and yet notwithstanding in the midst of all to have foul Consciences. But to answer an objection, and to unloose Some knots.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It may be said, that when the Hearts of people are good, yet there a good conscience concludes not alway for comfort.
It may be said, that when the Hearts of people Are good, yet there a good conscience concludes not always for Comfort.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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VVhere there is faith in Christ, and an honest life, conscience should conclude comfort; here is the Rule, this I have obeyed, therefore I should have comfort.
Where there is faith in christ, and an honest life, conscience should conclude Comfort; Here is the Rule, this I have obeyed, Therefore I should have Comfort.
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Now this we see crossed oft-times, that Christians that live exact lives are often troubled in conscience:
Now this we see crossed ofttimes, that Christians that live exact lives Are often troubled in conscience:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how can trouble of conscience stand with joy upon the witnesse of conscience?
how can trouble of conscience stand with joy upon the witness of conscience?
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Or else there may be a reservation: a man may reserve his meaning.
Or Else there may be a reservation: a man may reserve his meaning.
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I answer, the witnesse of Conscience, when it is a good conscience, it doth not alway breed joy.
I answer, the witness of Conscience, when it is a good conscience, it does not always breed joy.
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It is because our estate is imperfect here, and Conscience doth not alway witnesse out of the goodnesse of it, sometimee conscience is misled, It is Because our estate is imperfect Here, and Conscience does not always witness out of the Goodness of it, sometimee conscience is misled,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so sometimes good Christians take the errour of conscience for the witnesse of Conscience. These things should be distinguished.
and so sometime good Christians take the error of conscience for the witness of Conscience. These things should be distinguished.
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Conscience sometime in the best erres, as well as gives a true witnesse.
Conscience sometime in the best erres, as well as gives a true witness.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If we take the errour of conscience for the witnesse of conscience, there will come trouble of conscience,
If we take the error of conscience for the witness of conscience, there will come trouble of conscience,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that deservedly, through our own folly.
and that deservedly, through our own folly.
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Now conscience doth erre in good men, sometimes when they regard Rules which they should not,
Now conscience does err in good men, sometime when they regard Rules which they should not,
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or when they mistake the matter and doe not argue aright. As for instance, when they gather thus, I have not grace in such a measure,
or when they mistake the matter and do not argue aright. As for instance, when they gather thus, I have not grace in such a measure,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore I have none, I am not the Child of God. What a rule is this? This is the errour of conscience:
and Therefore I have none, I am not the Child of God. What a Rule is this? This is the error of conscience:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore it must needs breed perplexitie of conscience.
and Therefore it must needs breed perplexity of conscience.
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A good conscience when it is right cannot witnesse thus, because the Word doth not say thus.
A good conscience when it is right cannot witness thus, Because the Word does not say thus.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Is a nullitie, and an imperfection all one? No, there is much difference in the whole kind. A nullitie is nothing;
Is a nullity, and an imperfection all one? No, there is much difference in the Whole kind. A nullity is nothing;
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an imperfection, though it be but a little degree, yet it is something.
an imperfection, though it be but a little degree, yet it is something.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This is the errour of conscience, and from thence comes trouble of conscience which makes men reason ill many waies.
This is the error of conscience, and from thence comes trouble of conscience which makes men reason ill many ways.
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As for instance, I have not so much grace as such a one hath, and therefore I have no grace.
As for instance, I have not so much grace as such a one hath, and Therefore I have no grace.
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Now that is a false reasoning: for every one hath his due measure. If thou be not so great a rich man as the richest in the Towne,
Now that is a false reasoning: for every one hath his due measure. If thou be not so great a rich man as the Richest in the Town,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet thou mayest be rich in thy kind. Again, when conscience looks to the humour: you are to live by faith, and not by the humour of Melancholy.
yet thou Mayest be rich in thy kind. Again, when conscience looks to the humour: you Are to live by faith, and not by the humour of Melancholy.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When the Instrument of reason that should judge is distempered by melancholy, it reasons from thence falsly.
When the Instrument of reason that should judge is distempered by melancholy, it Reasons from thence falsely.
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Because melancholy perswades me that I am so, therefore conscience being led by the humour of the body, saith I am so.
Because melancholy persuades me that I am so, Therefore conscience being led by the humour of the body, Says I am so.
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Who bid thee live by humour? thou must live by rule.
Who bid thee live by humour? thou must live by Rule.
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Melancholy may tell thee sometime when it is in strength, that thou art made of glasse, as it hath done some:
Melancholy may tell thee sometime when it is in strength, that thou art made of glass, as it hath done Some:
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A man must have respect to all Gods Commandements, it is not done to God else.
A man must have respect to all God's commandments, it is not done to God Else.
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it will deceive thee in bodily things, wherein sense can confute melancholy, much more will it if we yield to it in matters of the soule, it will perswade us that we are not the Children of God, that we have not Grace and goodnesse when we have.
it will deceive thee in bodily things, wherein sense can confute melancholy, much more will it if we yield to it in matters of the soul, it will persuade us that we Are not the Children of God, that we have not Grace and Goodness when we have.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, hence it is that conscience doth not conclude comfort in Gods Children, because it looks to the ill,
Again, hence it is that conscience does not conclude Comfort in God's Children, Because it looks to the ill,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and not to the good that is in them:
and not to the good that is in them:
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for there are those two things in Gods Children, there is good, and ill, now in the time of temptation they look to the ill,
for there Are those two things in God's Children, there is good, and ill, now in the time of temptation they look to the ill,
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and think they have no good, because they will not see any thing but ill.
and think they have no good, Because they will not see any thing but ill.
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They fix their eyes on the remainders of their rebellious lusts (which are not fully subdued in them,) and they look wholly on them.
They fix their eyes on the remainders of their rebellious Lustiest (which Are not Fully subdued in them,) and they look wholly on them.
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Whereas they should have two eyes, one to look on that which is good, that God may have glorie, and they comfort.
Whereas they should have two eyes, one to look on that which is good, that God may have glory, and they Comfort.
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Now they fixing their eyes altogether on that which is naught, and because they doe not,
Now they fixing their eyes altogether on that which is nought, and Because they do not,
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or will not see that which is good, therefore they have no comfort, because they suffer conscience to be ill led, that it doth not its duty.
or will not see that which is good, Therefore they have no Comfort, Because they suffer conscience to be ill led, that it does not its duty.
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And conscience in good men, it looks sometimes to that that it should not in others, in regard of others.
And conscience in good men, it looks sometime to that that it should not in Others, in regard of Others.
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It looks to the flourishing of wicked men, and therefore it concludes, Certainly I have washed my hands in vain, since such men thrive and prosper in the world, Psalme 37. and Psalme 73. VVho bade thee look to this,
It looks to the flourishing of wicked men, and Therefore it concludes, Certainly I have washed my hands in vain, since such men thrive and prosper in the world, Psalm 37. and Psalm 73. Who bade thee look to this,
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and to be uncomfortable from thence, that thy estate is not good, because it is not such an estate? So foolish, and as a beast was I before thee, saith David, because I regarded such things.
and to be uncomfortable from thence, that thy estate is not good, Because it is not such an estate? So foolish, and as a beast was I before thee, Says David, Because I regarded such things.
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No marvell if men be uncomfortable that are led away by scandals. Look to faith, goe to the Word, to the Sanctuarie;
No marvel if men be uncomfortable that Are led away by scandals. Look to faith, go to the Word, to the Sanctuary;
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I went to the Sanctuary, saith he, and there I saw the end of these men. I went to the Sanctuary, Says he, and there I saw the end of these men.
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So conscience must be suffered to have its work, to be led by a true rule.
So conscience must be suffered to have its work, to be led by a true Rule.
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Again, conscience sometimes concludes not comfort, when there is ground of comfort, from the remainders of corruptions, and infirmities;
Again, conscience sometime concludes not Comfort, when there is ground of Comfort, from the remainders of corruptions, and infirmities;
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whereas we should be driven by our infirmities to Christ.
whereas we should be driven by our infirmities to christ.
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And conscisence sometimes in good men doth not exercise its work in good men, it is drawn away with vain delights, even in the best men.
And conscisence sometime in good men does not exercise its work in good men, it is drawn away with vain delights, even in the best men.
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And conscience of its owne unworthinesse and of the greatnesse of the things it lookes for being joyned together, it makes a man that he joyes not when he hath cause.
And conscience of its own unworthiness and of the greatness of the things it looks for being joined together, it makes a man that he Joys not when he hath cause.
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As for instance, when the soule sees that God in Christ hath pardoned all my sins,
As for instance, when the soul sees that God in christ hath pardoned all my Sins,
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and hath vouchsafed his Spirit to me, and will give me heaven in the world to come, to such a wretch as I am:
and hath vouchsafed his Spirit to me, and will give me heaven in the world to come, to such a wretch as I am:
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here being a conflict between the conscience and sense of its own unworthinesse, and the greatnesse of 〈 ◊ 〉 good promised, the heart begins to stagger,
Here being a conflict between the conscience and sense of its own unworthiness, and the greatness of 〈 ◊ 〉 good promised, the heart begins to stagger,
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and to doubt for want of sound faith.
and to doubt for want of found faith.
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Indeed, if we look on our own unworthinesse, and the greatnesse of the good things promised we may wonder:
Indeed, if we look on our own unworthiness, and the greatness of the good things promised we may wonder:
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but alas, God is infinite in goodnesse, he transcends our unworthinesse:
but alas, God is infinite in Goodness, he transcends our unworthiness:
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and in the Gospell the glorie of Gods mercy it triumphs over our unworthinesse, and over our sins:
and in the Gospel the glory of God's mercy it Triumphos over our unworthiness, and over our Sins:
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whatsoever our sin and unworthinesse is, his goodnesse in the Gospel triumphs over all. In Innocency God should have advanced an innocent man;
whatsoever our since and unworthiness is, his Goodness in the Gospel Triumphos over all. In Innocency God should have advanced an innocent man;
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but the Gospel is more glorious;
but the Gospel is more glorious;
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for he comes to sinners, to condemned persons by nature, and yet God triumphs over their sins, and unworthinesse;
for he comes to Sinners, to condemned Persons by nature, and yet God Triumphos over their Sins, and unworthiness;
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he regards not what we deserve, but what may stand with the glory of his mercy;
he regards not what we deserve, but what may stand with the glory of his mercy;
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therefore we should banish those thoughts, and enjoy our own priviledge, the promises of heaven and happinesse and all comforts whatsoever;
Therefore we should banish those thoughts, and enjoy our own privilege, the promises of heaven and happiness and all comforts whatsoever;
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so much for the answer of that objection.
so much for the answer of that objection.
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Now if we would joy in the witnesse of a good conscience, we must especially in the time of temptation live by faith,
Now if we would joy in the witness of a good conscience, we must especially in the time of temptation live by faith,
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and not by feeling, not by what we feele for the present;
and not by feeling, not by what we feel for the present;
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but as we see Christ in his greatest horrour, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? he goes to my God still.
but as we see christ in his greatest horror, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? he Goes to my God still.
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We must live by faith and not by sense. And then if we would rejoyce in extremities, remember that God works by contraries.
We must live by faith and not by sense. And then if we would rejoice in extremities, Remember that God works by contraries.
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God will bring us to heaven, but it must be by hell.
God will bring us to heaven, but it must be by hell.
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God will bring us to comfort, but it must be by sense of our own unworthinesse.
God will bring us to Comfort, but it must be by sense of our own unworthiness.
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He will forgive our sins, but it must be by sight and sense of our sins:
He will forgive our Sins, but it must be by sighed and sense of our Sins:
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he will bring us to life, but it must be by death;
he will bring us to life, but it must be by death;
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The true sincere Word of God, not mingled with devices, it will make what it is.
The true sincere Word of God, not mingled with devices, it will make what it is.
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he will bring us to glorie, but it must be by shame, God works by contraries; therefore in contraries believe contraries.
he will bring us to glory, but it must be by shame, God works by contraries; Therefore in contraries believe contraries.
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When we are in a state that hath no comfort, yet we may joy in it if we believe in Christ, he works by contraries.
When we Are in a state that hath no Comfort, yet we may joy in it if we believe in christ, he works by contraries.
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As in the Creation he made all out of nothing, order out of confusion:
As in the Creation he made all out of nothing, order out of confusion:
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So in the work of the new creation, in the new creature, he doth so likewise, therefore be not dismayed.
So in the work of the new creation, in the new creature, he does so likewise, Therefore be not dismayed.
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Remember this rule likewise, that in the covenant of Grace God requires truth, and not measure, (thou art not under the law,
remember this Rule likewise, that in the Covenant of Grace God requires truth, and not measure, (thou art not under the law,
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but under the covenant of Grace.) A little fire is true fire as well as the whole element of fire.
but under the Covenant of Grace.) A little fire is true fire as well as the Whole element of fire.
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A drop of water is water as well as the whole Ocean;
A drop of water is water as well as the Whole Ocean;
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so if it be true faith, true grief for sins, true hatred of them, true desire of the favour of God, and to grow better:
so if it be true faith, true grief for Sins, true hatred of them, true desire of the favour of God, and to grow better:
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truth is respected in the covenant of Grace, and not any set measure.
truth is respected in the Covenant of Grace, and not any Set measure.
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What saith the Covenant of Grace? He that believes, and repents shall be saved, not he that hath a strong faith,
What Says the Covenant of Grace? He that believes, and repents shall be saved, not he that hath a strong faith,
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or he that hath perfect repentance.
or he that hath perfect Repentance.
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So Saint Paul saith (as we shall see after) This is our rejoycing, that in simplicity,
So Saint Paul Says (as we shall see After) This is our rejoicing, that in simplicity,
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and sincerity we have had our conversation among you; he doth not say, that our conversation hath been perfect.and sincerity we have had our Conversation among you; he does not say, that our Conversation hath been perfect.
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So if we would have joy in the testimony of conscience, we must not abridge our selves of joy,
So if we would have joy in the testimony of conscience, we must not abridge our selves of joy,
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because we have not a perfect measure of Grace:
Because we have not a perfect measure of Grace:
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but rejoyce that God hath wrought any measure of Grace in such unclean and polluted hearts as ours are:
but rejoice that God hath wrought any measure of Grace in such unclean and polluted hearts as ours Are:
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for he least measure of Grace is a pledge of perfection in the world to come.
for he least measure of Grace is a pledge of perfection in the world to come.
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This is our rejoycing, the testimony of our conscience, &c. Hence we may gather clearly, that
This is our rejoicing, the testimony of our conscience, etc. Hence we may gather clearly, that
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A man may know his own estate in Grace. A man may know his own estate in Grace.
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I gather it from the place thus, Our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity, &c. Where there is joy, and the ground of joy, there is a knowledge of the estate; I gather it from the place thus, Our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity, etc. Where there is joy, and the ground of joy, there is a knowledge of the estate;
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but a Christian hath glorying, and a ground of glorying in himself, and he knowes it, he hath that in him that witnesseth that estate, he hath the witnesse of conscience,
but a Christian hath glorying, and a ground of glorying in himself, and he knows it, he hath that in him that Witnesseth that estate, he hath the witness of conscience,
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therefore he may know and be assured of it. If this testimony were not a true testimony it were something:
Therefore he may know and be assured of it. If this testimony were not a true testimony it were something:
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and a Christian hath a sanctified conscience, and where that is there is a true testimony,
and a Christian hath a sanctified conscience, and where that is there is a true testimony,
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and true joy from that testimony;
and true joy from that testimony;
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therefore he may be assured of his salvation, and have true joy and comfort, a Heaven upon Earth before he come to Heaven it self.
Therefore he may be assured of his salvation, and have true joy and Comfort, a Heaven upon Earth before he come to Heaven it self.
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If conscience testifie of it self, and from witnessing give cause of joy, much more the Spirit of God comming into the conscience, The Spirit beares witnesse with our spirits.
If conscience testify of it self, and from witnessing give cause of joy, much more the Spirit of God coming into the conscience, The Spirit bears witness with our spirits.
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If our spirit, and conscience bear witnesse to us of our conversation in simplicity, and sincerity,
If our Spirit, and conscience bear witness to us of our Conversation in simplicity, and sincerity,
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and from thence of our estate in grace, much more by the witnesse of two: By the witnesse of two, or three every thing shall be confirmed;
and from thence of our estate in grace, much more by the witness of two: By the witness of two, or three every thing shall be confirmed;
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but our spirits, and conscience, and the Spirit of God (which every Child of God hath) witnesseth that we are the Children of God, Rom. 8. The Spirit witnesseth with our spirits that we are the sons of God.
but our spirits, and conscience, and the Spirit of God (which every Child of God hath) Witnesseth that we Are the Children of God, Rom. 8. The Spirit Witnesseth with our spirits that we Are the Sons of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore a Christian may know his estate in Grace. The spirit of a man knowes himself, and the Spirit of God knowes him likewise,
Therefore a Christian may know his estate in Grace. The Spirit of a man knows himself, and the Spirit of God knows him likewise,
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and it knowes what is in the heart of God: and when these two meet, the Spirit of God that knowes the secrets of God,
and it knows what is in the heart of God: and when these two meet, the Spirit of God that knows the secrets of God,
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and that knowes our secrets, and our spirit that knowes our heart likewise, what should hinder but that we may know our own estate? It is the nature of conscience (as I told you) to reflect upon it self and upon the person in whom it is, to know what is known by it,
and that knows our secrets, and our Spirit that knows our heart likewise, what should hinder but that we may know our own estate? It is the nature of conscience (as I told you) to reflect upon it self and upon the person in whom it is, to know what is known by it,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to judge, and condemne, and execute it self, by inward fear, and terrour, in ill,
and to judge, and condemn, and execute it self, by inward Fear, and terror, in ill,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and in good, by comfort and joy in a mans self.
and in good, by Comfort and joy in a men self.
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It is the property that the soul hath above all creatures to return and recoyle upon it self.
It is the property that the soul hath above all creatures to return and recoil upon it self.
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If this be naturall to man much more to the spirit of a man:
If this be natural to man much more to the Spirit of a man:
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For if a man know what is in himself naturally, his own wit, and understanding, which is alway with him, bred up with him, much more he knowes by his spirit the things that are adventitious, that come from without him, that is the work of Grace.
For if a man know what is in himself naturally, his own wit, and understanding, which is always with him, bred up with him, much more he knows by his Spirit the things that Are adventitious, that come from without him, that is the work of Grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If a man by a reflect knowledge, know what naturally is in him, in what part he hath it, and how he exerciseth it;
If a man by a reflect knowledge, know what naturally is in him, in what part he hath it, and how he Exerciseth it;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if he know and remember what he hath done, and the manner of it, whether well or ill,
if he know and Remember what he hath done, and the manner of it, whither well or ill,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then he may know the work of the Spirit that comes from without him, that works a change in him.
then he may know the work of the Spirit that comes from without him, that works a change in him.
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We say of light, that it discovers it self and all other things: so the soule it is lightsome, and therefore knowes it self and knowes other things.
We say of Light, that it discovers it self and all other things: so the soul it is lightsome, and Therefore knows it self and knows other things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Spirit of God is much more lightsome:
The Spirit of God is much more lightsome:
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where it is it discovers it self, and lighteneth the soule, it discovereth the party in whom it is.
where it is it discovers it self, and lighteneth the soul, it Discovereth the party in whom it is.
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As the Apostle saith, 1, Cor. 2. 12. We have the Spirit, whereby we know the things that we receive of God.
As the Apostle Says, 1, Cor. 2. 12. We have the Spirit, whereby we know the things that we receive of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It not onely worketh in us, but it teacheth us what it hath wrought.
It not only works in us, but it Teaches us what it hath wrought.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore a Christian knowes that he is in the state of grace, he knowes his virtues, and his disposition;
Therefore a Christian knows that he is in the state of grace, he knows his Virtues, and his disposition;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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except it be in the time of temptation, and upon those grounds named before.
except it be in the time of temptation, and upon those grounds nam before.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore we should labour to know our estate, to examine our selves whether we be in the faith or no,
Therefore we should labour to know our estate, to examine our selves whither we be in the faith or no,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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except we be reprobates, and cast awayes, as the Apostle speakes.except we be Reprobates, and cast aways, as the Apostle speaks.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A Christan should aime at this, to understand his own estate in grace upon good grounds. But it may be objected:
A Christian should aim At this, to understand his own estate in grace upon good grounds. But it may be objected:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how can we know our estate in Grace, our virtues are so imperfect, our abilities are so weak and feeble?
how can we know our estate in Grace, our Virtues Are so imperfect, our abilities Are so weak and feeble?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I answer, the ground of judging aright of our estate, it is not worthiness or perfection, but sincerity.
I answer, the ground of judging aright of our estate, it is not worthiness or perfection, but sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We must not look for perfection:
We must not look for perfection:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For that makes the Papists to teach that there may be doubting, because they look to false grounds:
For that makes the Papists to teach that there may be doubting, Because they look to false grounds:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but we must look to the ground in the covenant of grace, to grace it self, and not to the measure.
but we must look to the ground in the Covenant of grace, to grace it self, and not to the measure.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Where there is truth and sincerity, there is the condition of the covenant of grace, and there is a ground for a man to build his estate in grace on.
Where there is truth and sincerity, there is the condition of the Covenant of grace, and there is a ground for a man to built his estate in grace on.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The perfect righteousnesse of Christ is that, that gives us title to heaven:
The perfect righteousness of christ is that, that gives us title to heaven:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but to know that we have right in that title, is the simplicity, and sincerity in our walking, in our conversation,
but to know that we have right in that title, is the simplicity, and sincerity in our walking, in our Conversation,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as the Apostle saith here, This is our reoycing, &c. Therefore Christians, when they are set upon by temptations of their own misdoubting hearts,
as the Apostle Says Here, This is our reoycing, etc. Therefore Christians, when they Are Set upon by temptations of their own misdoubting hearts,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and by Satan they must not go to the great measure of grace that is in others, that they have not so much as others, and therefore they have none;
and by Satan they must not go to the great measure of grace that is in Others, that they have not so much as Others, and Therefore they have none;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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nor to the great measure of grace that they want themselves, but to the truth of their grace, the truth of their desires and endeavours, the truth of their affections.
nor to the great measure of grace that they want themselves, but to the truth of their grace, the truth of their Desires and endeavours, the truth of their affections.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Hereby we know that we are translated from death to life, because we love the brethren. Hereby we know that we Are translated from death to life, Because we love the brothers.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This should stir us up to have a good conscience, that we may rejoyce.
This should stir us up to have a good conscience, that we may rejoice.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Why should we labour that we may rejoyce? Why? what is our life without joy? and what is joy without a good conscience?
Why should we labour that we may rejoice? Why? what is our life without joy? and what is joy without a good conscience?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What is our life with out joy? without joy we can do nothing, we are like an instrument out of tune;
What is our life with out joy? without joy we can do nothing, we Are like an Instrument out of tune;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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an instrument out of tune it yiels but harsh musick. Without joy we are as a member out of joynt:
an Instrument out of tune it yiels but harsh music. Without joy we Are as a member out of joint:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we can do nothing well without joy, and a good conscience, which is the ground of joy.
we can do nothing well without joy, and a good conscience, which is the ground of joy.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man without joy is a palsie-member that moves it self unfitly, and uncomely, he goes not about things as he should,.
A man without joy is a palsy-member that moves it self unfitly, and uncomely, he Goes not about things as he should,.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A good conscience breeds joy and comfort, it inables a man to do all things comely in the sight of God,
A good conscience breeds joy and Comfort, it inables a man to do all things comely in the sighed of God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and comfortably to himself, it makes him go chearfully through his businesse. A good Conscience is a continuall feast:
and comfortably to himself, it makes him go cheerfully through his business. A good Conscience is a continual feast:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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without joy we cannot suffer afflictions; we cannot die well without it.
without joy we cannot suffer afflictions; we cannot die well without it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Simeon died comfortably, because he died in peace, when he had imbraced Christ in his heart, and in his armes.Simeon died comfortably, Because he died in peace, when he had embraced christ in his heart, and in his arms.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Without joy and the ground of joy we can neither do nor suffer any thing.
Without joy and the ground of joy we can neither do nor suffer any thing.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore in Psalme. 51. David when he had lost the peace and comfort of a good conscience, he prayes for the free Spirit of God.
Therefore in Psalm. 51. David when he had lost the peace and Comfort of a good conscience, he prays for the free Spirit of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Alas, till God had enlarged his heart with the sense of a good conscience in the pardon of his sins,
Alas, till God had enlarged his heart with the sense of a good conscience in the pardon of his Sins,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and given him the power of his Spirit to lead a better life for the time to come, his spirit was not free before:
and given him the power of his Spirit to led a better life for the time to come, his Spirit was not free before:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he could not praise God with a large spirit;
he could not praise God with a large Spirit;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he wanted freedom of spirit, his conscience was bound, his lips were sealed up, Open my lips, and my mouth shall shew forth thy praise.
he wanted freedom of Spirit, his conscience was bound, his lips were sealed up, Open my lips, and my Mouth shall show forth thy praise.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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His heart was bound, and therefore he prayes to have it inlarged.
His heart was bound, and Therefore he prays to have it enlarged.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Restore to me thy joy and salvation, intimating that we cannot have a free spirit without joy,Restore to me thy joy and salvation, intimating that we cannot have a free Spirit without joy,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and we cannot have joy without a good conscience sprinkled with the blood of Christ, in the pardon of our sins.
and we cannot have joy without a good conscience sprinkled with the blood of christ, in the pardon of our Sins.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If it be so, that we cannot do any thing, nor suffer any thing as we should, that we cannot praise God, that we cannot live nor die without joy,
If it be so, that we cannot do any thing, nor suffer any thing as we should, that we cannot praise God, that we cannot live nor die without joy,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and miserable estate we are in.
and miserable estate we Are in.
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and the ground of it the testimony of a good conscience: let us labour then that conscience may witnesse well unto us.
and the ground of it the testimony of a good conscience: let us labour then that conscience may witness well unto us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Especially considering that an ill conscience, it is the worst thing in the world;
Especially considering that an ill conscience, it is the worst thing in the world;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is no friend so good as a good conscience, there is no foe so ill as a bad conscience;
there is no friend so good as a good conscience, there is no foe so ill as a bad conscience;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it makes us either Kings or slaves.
it makes us either Kings or slaves.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man that hath a good conscience that witnesseth well for him, it raiseth his heart in a Princely manner above all things in the world:
A man that hath a good conscience that Witnesseth well for him, it Raiseth his heart in a Princely manner above all things in the world:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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a man that hath a bad conscience, though he be a Monarch it makes him a slave:
a man that hath a bad conscience, though he be a Monarch it makes him a slave:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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a bad conscience imbitters all things in the world to him, though they be never so comfortable in themselves.
a bad conscience imbitters all things in the world to him, though they be never so comfortable in themselves.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What is so comfortable as the presence of God? What is so comfortable as the light? yet a bad conscience that will not be ruled, it hates the light,
What is so comfortable as the presence of God? What is so comfortable as the Light? yet a bad conscience that will not be ruled, it hates the Light,
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and hates the presence of God, as we see Adam, when he had sinned he fled from God.
and hates the presence of God, as we see Adam, when he had sinned he fled from God.
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A bad conscience cannot joy in the middest of joy, it is like a goutie foot,
A bad conscience cannot joy in the midst of joy, it is like a gouty foot,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or a goutie toe covered with a velvet shoe:
or a gouty toe covered with a velvet shoe:
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alas, what doth it ease it? what doth glorious apparel ease the diseased body? nothing at all, the ill is within, there the arrow sticks.
alas, what does it ease it? what does glorious apparel ease the diseased body? nothing At all, the ill is within, there the arrow sticks.
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And so in the comforts of the Word, if the conscience be bad, we that are the messengers of comfort we may apply comfort to you:
And so in the comforts of the Word, if the conscience be bad, we that Are the messengers of Comfort we may apply Comfort to you:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but if there be one within that saith thus, it is true:
but if there be one within that Says thus, it is true:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but I regarded not the Word before, I regarded not the checks of conscience, conscience will speak more terrour then we can speak peace.
but I regarded not the Word before, I regarded not the Checks of conscience, conscience will speak more terror then we can speak peace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And after long and wilful rebellion conscience will admit of no comfort for the most part. Regard it therefore in time:
And After long and wilful rebellion conscience will admit of no Comfort for the most part. Regard it Therefore in time:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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labour in time that it may witnesse well. An ill conscience when it should be most comforted then it is most terrible;
labour in time that it may witness well. an ill conscience when it should be most comforted then it is most terrible;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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at the hour of death we should have most comfort, (if we had any wisdom) when earthly comforts shall be taken from us,
At the hour of death we should have most Comfort, (if we had any Wisdom) when earthly comforts shall be taken from us,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and at the day of judgment: then an ill conscience, look where it will it hath matter of terrour.
and At the day of judgement: then an ill conscience, look where it will it hath matter of terror.
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If it look up, there is the Judge armed with vengeance; if it look beneath, there is hell ready to swallow it;
If it look up, there is the Judge armed with vengeance; if it look beneath, there is hell ready to swallow it;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if it look on the one side, there is the divell accusing, and helping conscience; if it look round about, there is heaven, and earth, and all on a fire,
if it look on the one side, there is the Devil accusing, and helping conscience; if it look round about, there is heaven, and earth, and all on a fire,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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where shall the sinner, and ungodly appear? If the righteous scarcely be saved, where shall the sinner and ungodly appear, at that time?
where shall the sinner, and ungodly appear? If the righteous scarcely be saved, where shall the sinner and ungodly appear, At that time?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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O let us labour to have a good conscience, and to exercise the reflect power of conscience in this world, that is, let us examine our selves, admonish our selves, judge our selves, condemn our selves, do all in our selves.
Oh let us labour to have a good conscience, and to exercise the reflect power of conscience in this world, that is, let us examine our selves, admonish our selves, judge our selves, condemn our selves, do all in our selves.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us keep court at home first, let us keep the assizes there, and then we shall have comfort at the great assizes.
Let us keep court At home First, let us keep the assizes there, and then we shall have Comfort At the great assizes.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore God out of his love hath put conscience into the soule, that we might keep a court at home.
Therefore God out of his love hath put conscience into the soul, that we might keep a court At home.
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Let conscience therefore do its worst now, let it accuse, let it judge:
Let conscience Therefore do its worst now, let it accuse, let it judge:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and when it hath judged, let it smite us, and do execution upon us, that having judged our selves we may not be condemned with the world.
and when it hath judged, let it smite us, and do execution upon us, that having judged our selves we may not be condemned with the world.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If we suffer not conscience to have its full work now, it will have it one day:
If we suffer not conscience to have its full work now, it will have it one day:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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a sleepy conscience will not alway sleep;
a sleepy conscience will not always sleep;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we do not suffer conscience to awake here, it will awaken in hell where there is no remedy.
if we do not suffer conscience to awake Here, it will awaken in hell where there is no remedy.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore give conscience leave to speak what it will;
Therefore give conscience leave to speak what it will;
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perhaps it will tell thee a tale in thine ear, which thou wouldest be loath to hear:
perhaps it will tell thee a tale in thine ear, which thou Wouldst be loath to hear:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it will pursue thee with terrours like a blood-hound, and will not suffer thee to rest:
it will pursue thee with terrors like a bloodhound, and will not suffer thee to rest:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore as a bankrupt thou art loath to look in thy books, because there is nothing but matter of terrour.
Therefore as a bankrupt thou art loath to look in thy books, Because there is nothing but matter of terror.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1409
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This is but a folly, for at the last conscience will do its duty; it will awaken either here, or in hell.
This is but a folly, for At the last conscience will do its duty; it will awaken either Here, or in hell.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1409
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Therefore we are to hope the best of them that have their consciences opened here, there is hope that they will make their peace with God:
Therefore we Are to hope the best of them that have their Consciences opened Here, there is hope that they will make their peace with God:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that they will agree with their adversary while they are in the way.
that they will agree with their adversary while they Are in the Way.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If thou suffer conscience to be sleepy and drowsie till it be awaked in hell, wo unto thee:
If thou suffer conscience to be sleepy and drowsy till it be awaked in hell, woe unto thee:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for then thy estate is determined of, it will be a barren repentance. Now thy repentance may be fruitful, it may force theeto make thy peace with God:
for then thy estate is determined of, it will be a barren Repentance. Now thy Repentance may be fruitful, it may force theeto make thy peace with God:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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dost thou think it will alway be thus with thee? Thou besottest thy conscience with sensualitie,
dost thou think it will always be thus with thee? Thou besottest thy conscience with sensuality,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and sayest, Go thy way, and come another time, as he said to St. Paul: I will tell thee, this peace will prove a tempest in the end.
and Sayest, Go thy Way, and come Another time, as he said to Saint Paul: I will tell thee, this peace will prove a tempest in the end.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Conscience of all things in the world deserves the greatest reverence; more then any Monarch in the world:
Conscience of all things in the world deserves the greatest Reverence; more then any Monarch in the world:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1410
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for it is above all men, it is next unto God:
for it is above all men, it is next unto God:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and yet what do many men? regard the honour 〈 ◊ 〉 their friends more then conscience, that inward friend that shall accompany them to heaven, that will go with them to death,
and yet what do many men? regard the honour 〈 ◊ 〉 their Friends more then conscience, that inward friend that shall accompany them to heaven, that will go with them to death,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to judgement, and make them lift up their heads with joy when other friends cannot help them,
and to judgement, and make them lift up their Heads with joy when other Friends cannot help them,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but must needs leave them in death.
but must needs leave them in death.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now for a man to follow the humours of men, to follow the multitude, and to stain conscience, what a foolish wretch is he? though such men think themselves never so wise, it is the greatest folly in the world to stain conscience to please any man,
Now for a man to follow the humours of men, to follow the multitude, and to stain conscience, what a foolish wretch is he? though such men think themselves never so wise, it is the greatest folly in the world to stain conscience to please any man,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because conscience is above all men.
Because conscience is above all men.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, those that follow their own humours, their own dispositions, and are carried away with their own lusts, it is a folly and madnesse:
Again, those that follow their own humours, their own dispositions, and Are carried away with their own Lustiest, it is a folly and madness:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the time will come, that that which their covetous base lust hath carried them to, that shall be taken away,
for the time will come, that that which their covetous base lust hath carried them to, that shall be taken away,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as honours, riches, pleasures, which is the fuel of that lust, which makes them now neglect conscience, all shall be taken away in sicknesse,
as honours, riches, pleasures, which is the fuel of that lust, which makes them now neglect conscience, all shall be taken away in sickness,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or in the time of despair when conscience shall be awaked.
or in the time of despair when conscience shall be awaked.
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Now what folly is it to please thy own lust which thou should'st mortifie, and subdue,
Now what folly is it to please thy own lust which thou Shouldst mortify, and subdue,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to displease conscience thy best friend? and then when thy lust is fully satisfied, all that hath been fuel to it, that hath fed it, shall be taken away at the hour of death,
and to displease conscience thy best friend? and then when thy lust is Fully satisfied, all that hath been fuel to it, that hath fed it, shall be taken away At the hour of death,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or some special judgement, and conscience shall be awaked, and shall torment thee, for giving liberty to thy base lusts, and to thy self.
or Some special judgement, and conscience shall be awaked, and shall torment thee, for giving liberty to thy base Lustiest, and to thy self.
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And those eyes of thy soul that thy offence delighted to shut up, there shall some punishment come either in this life,
And those eyes of thy soul that thy offence delighted to shut up, there shall Some punishment come either in this life,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or in that to come that shall open those eyes. As Adams eyes were opened after his sin;
or in that to come that shall open those eyes. As Adams eyes were opened After his since;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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why? were they not open before? he had such a strong desire to the apple, he did not regard them;
why? were they not open before? he had such a strong desire to the apple, he did not regard them;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but his punishment afterward opened those eyes, which his inordinate desire shut. So it shall be with every sinner:
but his punishment afterwards opened those eyes, which his inordinate desire shut. So it shall be with every sinner:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore regard no man in the world more then thy conscience.
Therefore regard no man in the world more then thy conscience.
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Regard nothing, no pleasure, no profit, more then conscience, reverence it more then any thing in the world.
Regard nothing, no pleasure, no profit, more then conscience, Reverence it more then any thing in the world.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Happie is that man that carries with him a good conscience that can witnesse that he hath said, nor done nothing that may vex, or grieve conscience:
Happy is that man that carries with him a good conscience that can witness that he hath said, nor done nothing that may vex, or grieve conscience:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if it be otherwise, whatsoever a man gains, he loseth in conscience, and there is no comparison between those two. One crack, one flaw in conscience will prove more disadvantagious,
if it be otherwise, whatsoever a man gains, he loses in conscience, and there is no comparison between those two. One Crac, one flaw in conscience will prove more disadvantageous,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then the rest will be profitable.
then the rest will be profitable.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Thou must cast up the rest again, they are sweet bits downward, but they shall be gravel in the belly.
Thou must cast up the rest again, they Are sweet bits downward, but they shall be gravel in the belly.
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We think, when we have gained any thing, when we have done any thing, we shall hear no more of it,
We think, when we have gained any thing, when we have done any thing, we shall hear no more of it,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as David said to Joab, when he set him to make away Uriah, Let not this trouble thee:
as David said to Joab, when he Set him to make away Uriah, Let not this trouble thee:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So let not this ill gain, let not this ill speech, or this ill carriage trouble thee, thou shalt hear no more of this.
So let not this ill gain, let not this ill speech, or this ill carriage trouble thee, thou shalt hear no more of this.
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We take order to stop and silence conscience, thinking never to hear more of it:
We take order to stop and silence conscience, thinking never to hear more of it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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oh, but remember, conscience will have its work, and the longer we defer the witnesse and work of conscience, the more it will terrifie and accuse us afterward.
o, but Remember, conscience will have its work, and the longer we defer the witness and work of conscience, the more it will terrify and accuse us afterwards.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore of all men (be they never so great) they are most miserable that follow their wills and their lusts most, that never have any outward check,
Therefore of all men (be they never so great) they Are most miserable that follow their wills and their Lustiest most, that never have any outward check,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or inward check of conscience, but drown it with sensual pleasures. As Charles the 9th.
or inward check of conscience, but drown it with sensual pleasures. As Charles the 9th.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1413
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who at night (when conscience hath the fittest time to work, a man being retired,
who At night (when conscience hath the Fittest time to work, a man being retired,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then he) would have his singing boyes, after he had betreyed them in that horrible Massacre,
then he) would have his singing boys, After he had betreyed them in that horrible Massacre,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1413
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after which he never had peace and quiet. And as Saul sent for Davids Harpe when the evil spirit was upon him.
After which he never had peace and quiet. And as Saul sent for Davids Harp when the evil Spirit was upon him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So wicked men they look for forreign helps, but it will not be: for the greatest men with their forreign helps are most miserable.
So wicked men they look for foreign helps, but it will not be: for the greatest men with their foreign helps Are most miserable.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The reason is, because the more they sink in rebellion, and sin against conscience, the more they sink in terrours:
The reason is, Because the more they sink in rebellion, and since against conscience, the more they sink in terrors:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it shall be the greatest torment to those that have had their wills most in the world, the more their conscience is silenced and violenced in this world, the more vocal it shall be at the hour of death, and the day of judgement.
it shall be the greatest torment to those that have had their wills most in the world, the more their conscience is silenced and violenced in this world, the more vocal it shall be At the hour of death, and the day of judgement.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore judge who are the most miserable men in the world, (although they have never so much regard in the world besides) those that have consciences,
Therefore judge who Are the most miserable men in the world, (although they have never so much regard in the world beside) those that have Consciences,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but will not suffer them to work;
but will not suffer them to work;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but with sensuality within them, and by pleasing flattering speech of those without them, they keep it down,
but with sensuality within them, and by pleasing flattering speech of those without them, they keep it down,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and take order that neither conscience within, nor none other without shall disturbe them;
and take order that neither conscience within, nor none other without shall disturb them;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1414
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if they do, they shall be served as Ahab dealt with Micaia. These men that are thus at peace in sinful courses, of all men they are most miserable:
if they do, they shall be served as Ahab dealt with Micaiah. These men that Are thus At peace in sinful courses, of all men they Are most miserable:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1414
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they enjoy their pleasure here for a little time, but their conscience shall torment them for ever,
they enjoy their pleasure Here for a little time, but their conscience shall torment them for ever,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1414
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and shall say to them as Reuben said to his Brethren.
and shall say to them as Reuben said to his Brothers.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1414
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I told you this before, but you would not hearken to me, and now you shall be tormented.
I told you this before, but you would not harken to me, and now you shall be tormented.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Conscience is an evil beast, it makes a man rise against himself:
Conscience is an evil beast, it makes a man rise against himself:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1415
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therefore of all men, those that be disordered in their courses, that neglect conscience, and neglect the means of salvation, that should awaken conscience, they are the most miserable:
Therefore of all men, those that be disordered in their courses, that neglect conscience, and neglect the means of salvation, that should awaken conscience, they Are the most miserable:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the longer they go on, the more they sink in sin, and the more they sink in sin, the more they sink in terrour of conscience,
for the longer they go on, the more they sink in since, and the more they sink in since, the more they sink in terror of conscience,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1415
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if not now, yet they shall hereafter.
if not now, yet they shall hereafter.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If we desire therefore to have joy and comfort at all times, let us labour to have a good conscience that may witnesse well:
If we desire Therefore to have joy and Comfort At all times, let us labour to have a good conscience that may witness well:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore let us every day keep an audite within doors;
And Therefore let us every day keep an audite within doors;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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every day cast up our accounts, every day draw the blood of Christ over our accounts, every day beg forgivenesse of sins,
every day cast up our accounts, every day draw the blood of christ over our accounts, every day beg forgiveness of Sins,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1416
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and the Spirit of Christ to lead us, that so we may keep account every day, that we may make our reckonings even every day, that we may have the lesse to do in the time of sicknesse, in the time of temptation,
and the Spirit of christ to led us, that so we may keep account every day, that we may make our reckonings even every day, that we may have the less to do in the time of sickness, in the time of temptation,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and in the time of death, when we have discharged our Consciences before by keeping session at home in our own hearts.
and in the time of death, when we have discharged our Consciences before by keeping session At home in our own hearts.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1416
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This should be the daily practice of a Christian, and then he may lay himself down in peace.
This should be the daily practice of a Christian, and then he may lay himself down in peace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1417
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He that sleeps with a conscience defiled, is as he that sleeps among wild beasts, among adders,
He that sleeps with a conscience defiled, is as he that sleeps among wild beasts, among Adders,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1418
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and toades, that if his eyes were open to see them, he would be out of his wits.
and toads, that if his eyes were open to see them, he would be out of his wits.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1418
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He that sleeps without a good conscience he is an unadvised man, God may make his bed his grave, he may smite him suddenly;
He that sleeps without a good conscience he is an unadvised man, God may make his Bed his grave, he may smite him suddenly;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore let us every day labour to have a good conscience, that so we may have matter of perpetual joy.
Therefore let us every day labour to have a good conscience, that so we may have matter of perpetual joy.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A good conscience (especially) is an Evangelicall conscience:
A good conscience (especially) is an Evangelical conscience:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1419
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for a legall good conscience none have, that is, such a conscience as acquits a man that he hath obeyed the law in all things exactly.
for a Legal good conscience none have, that is, such a conscience as acquits a man that he hath obeyed the law in all things exactly.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A legall compleat good conscience none have, except in some particular fact: there is a good Conscience in fact.
A Legal complete good conscience none have, except in Some particular fact: there is a good Conscience in fact.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As the Heathen could excuse themselves, they were thus, and thus: and God ministreth much joy in that.
As the Heathen could excuse themselves, they were thus, and thus: and God Ministereth much joy in that.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But an Evangelical good Conscience is that we must trust to, that is, such a Conscience, that though it knowes it self guilty of sin,
But an Evangelical good Conscience is that we must trust to, that is, such a Conscience, that though it knows it self guilty of since,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet it knowes that Christ hath shed his blood for sinners:
yet it knows that christ hath shed his blood for Sinners:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and such a Conscience as by meanes of faith is sprinkled with the blood of Christ,
and such a Conscience as by means of faith is sprinkled with the blood of christ,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and is cleared from the accusations of sin.
and is cleared from the accusations of since.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is an Evangelicall Conscience, when by faith wrought by the Spirit of God, in the hearing of the Gospell, we lay hold upon the obedience and righteousnesse of Christ.
There is an Evangelical Conscience, when by faith wrought by the Spirit of God, in the hearing of the Gospel, we lay hold upon the Obedience and righteousness of christ.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1420
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And such is the obedience and righteousnesse of Christ, that it pacifieth the conscience which nothing else in the world will doe;
And such is the Obedience and righteousness of christ, that it pacifieth the conscience which nothing Else in the world will do;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1420
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the conscience without a full obedience it will alway stagger.
the conscience without a full Obedience it will always stagger.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And that is the reason that Conscience confounds and confutes the Popish way of salvation by works, &c. Because the conscience alway staggers,
And that is the reason that Conscience confounds and confutes the Popish Way of salvation by works, etc. Because the conscience always staggers,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1421
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and feares, I have not done works enough, I have not done them well enough:
and fears, I have not done works enough, I have not done them well enough:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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those that I have done they have been corrupt, and mixed, and therefore I dare not bring them to the Judgement-seat of God, to plead them meritorious.
those that I have done they have been corrupt, and mixed, and Therefore I Dare not bring them to the Judgement-seat of God, to plead them meritorious.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore they do well to hold uncertainty of salvation; because holding merit they must needs be uncertaiu of their salvation.
Therefore they do well to hold uncertainty of salvation; Because holding merit they must needs be uncertaiu of their salvation.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A true Christian is certain of his salvation, because his conscience layes hold on the blood of Christ;
A true Christian is certain of his salvation, Because his conscience lays hold on the blood of christ;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because the obedience whereby he claimes heaven is a superabundant obedience, it is the satisfaction of Christ;
Because the Obedience whereby he claims heaven is a superabundant Obedience, it is the satisfaction of christ;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as the Apostle saith in that excellent place, Heb. 9. 24. The blood of Christ which offered himself by the eternall Spirit, that is, by the God-head, shall cleanse your consciences from dead works to serve the living God.
as the Apostle Says in that excellent place, Hebrew 9. 24. The blood of christ which offered himself by the Eternal Spirit, that is, by the Godhead, shall cleanse your Consciences from dead works to serve the living God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The blood of Christ that offered himself, his humane nature by his divine, to God as a sacrifice, it shall purge your consciences from dead works.
The blood of christ that offered himself, his humane nature by his divine, to God as a sacrifice, it shall purge your Consciences from dead works.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The blood of Christ, that is, the Sacrifice, the obedience of Christ, in offering himself, fully pacified God,
The blood of christ, that is, the Sacrifice, the Obedience of christ, in offering himself, Fully pacified God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and answered the punishment which we should have indured: for he was our surety. The blood of Christ speaks better then the blood of Abel.
and answered the punishment which we should have endured: for he was our surety. The blood of christ speaks better then the blood of Abel.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It speaks better then our sins. Our sins cry vengeance, but the blood of Christ cries mercy.
It speaks better then our Sins. Our Sins cry vengeance, but the blood of christ cries mercy.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The blood of Christ out-cries our sins: the guilty conscience for sin cries, Guiltie, guiltie, hell, Damnation, wrath and anguish:
The blood of christ Outcries our Sins: the guilty conscience for since cries, Guilty, guilty, hell, Damnation, wrath and anguish:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but the blood of Christ cries, (I say mercy) because it was shed by our surety in our behalf, his obedience is a full satisfaction to God.
but the blood of christ cries, (I say mercy) Because it was shed by our surety in our behalf, his Obedience is a full satisfaction to God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now the way to have a good conscience is upon the accusations of an evill conscience by the law to come to Christ our surety,
Now the Way to have a good conscience is upon the accusations of an evil conscience by the law to come to christ our surety,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to get our consciences sprinked by faith in his blood, to get a perswasion that he shed his blood for us,
and to get our Consciences sprinked by faith in his blood, to get a persuasion that he shed his blood for us,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and upon that to labour to be purged by the Spirit.
and upon that to labour to be purged by the Spirit.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There are two purgers, the blood of Christ from the guilt of sin, and the Spirit of Christ from the stain of sin:
There Are two purgers, the blood of christ from the guilt of since, and the Spirit of christ from the stain of since:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and upon that comes a compleat good conscience; being justified by the blood of Christ, and sanctified by the Spirit of Christ.
and upon that comes a complete good conscience; being justified by the blood of christ, and sanctified by the Spirit of christ.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore Christ came not by blood alone, or by water alone, but by water and blood; by blood, in justification;
Therefore christ Come not by blood alone, or by water alone, but by water and blood; by blood, in justification;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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by water, in sanctification, and holinesse of life. Why do we alleadge this now for the Sacrament?
by water, in sanctification, and holiness of life. Why do we allege this now for the Sacrament?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We speak of a good conscience, which is a continual feast. How comes a good conscience to be such a continual feast?
We speak of a good conscience, which is a continual feast. How comes a good conscience to be such a continual feast?
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An Evangelicall conscience is a feast indeed, because it feeds on a higher feast, it feeds on Christ:
an Evangelical conscience is a feast indeed, Because it feeds on a higher feast, it feeds on christ:
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he is the Passeover Lambe, as the Apostle applies it, 1. Cor. 5. he is the Passeover slain for us: and there is represented in the Sacrament, his body broken,
he is the Passover Lamb, as the Apostle Applies it, 1. Cor. 5. he is the Passover slave for us: and there is represented in the Sacrament, his body broken,
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and his blood poured out for our sins; he came to feast us, and we shall feast with him.
and his blood poured out for our Sins; he Come to feast us, and we shall feast with him.
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Hereupon if we bring repentance for our sins past, and faith whereby we are incorporate into Christ, then our consciences speak peace:
Hereupon if we bring Repentance for our Sins past, and faith whereby we Are incorporate into christ, then our Consciences speak peace:
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and as it is in 1 Pet. 5. the conscience makes a good demand, It is not baptisme, but the demand of a good conscience.
and as it is in 1 Pet. 5. the conscience makes a good demand, It is not Baptism, but the demand of a good conscience.
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When the conscience hath fed on Christ, it demands boldly (as it is, Rom. 8.) of Satan,
When the conscience hath fed on christ, it demands boldly (as it is, Rom. 8.) of Satan,
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and all enemies, Who shall lay any thing to our charge? it is God that justifieth, it is Christ that died,
and all enemies, Who shall lay any thing to our charge? it is God that Justifieth, it is christ that died,
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or rather that is risen again. It boldly demands of God who hath given his Son:or rather that is risen again. It boldly demands of God who hath given his Son:
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the bold demand of conscience prevails with God, and this comes by faith in Christ. Now this is strengthened by the Sacrament:
the bold demand of conscience prevails with God, and this comes by faith in christ. Now this is strengthened by the Sacrament:
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here are the visible representations and seales, that we are incorporate more and more into Christ:
Here Are the visible representations and Seals, that we Are incorporate more and more into christ:
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and so feeding upon Christ once, our conscience is pacified and purged from all dead works,
and so feeding upon christ once, our conscience is pacified and purged from all dead works,
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and we come to have a continuall feast.
and we come to have a continual feast.
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Christ is first the Prince of righteousnesse, the righteous King, and then Prince of peace: first he gives righteonsnesse,
christ is First the Prince of righteousness, the righteous King, and then Prince of peace: First he gives righteousness,
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and then he speaks peace to the conscience. The Kingdom of God is righteousnesse, peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
and then he speaks peace to the conscience. The Kingdom of God is righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
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So that all our feast and joy and comfort that we have in our consciences, it must be from righteousnesse. A double righteousnesse;
So that all our feast and joy and Comfort that we have in our Consciences, it must be from righteousness. A double righteousness;
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the righteousnesse of Christ which hath satisfied, and appeased the wrath of God fully:
the righteousness of christ which hath satisfied, and appeased the wrath of God Fully:
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and then we must have the righteousnesse of a good conscience sanctified by the Spirit of Christ;
and then we must have the righteousness of a good conscience sanctified by the Spirit of christ;
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we must put them together alway;
we must put them together always;
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we can never have communion with Christ, and have forgivenesse of sins, but we must have a Spirit of sanctification.
we can never have communion with christ, and have forgiveness of Sins, but we must have a Spirit of sanctification.
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There is mercy with thee, that thou mayest be feared. There is mercy with thee, that thou Mayest be feared.
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Where there is mercy in the forgivenesse of sin, there is a disposition to fear it ever after.
Where there is mercy in the forgiveness of since, there is a disposition to Fear it ever After.
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Therefore if for the present you would have a good conscience, desire God to strengthen your faith in the blood of Christ poured out for you:
Therefore if for the present you would have a good conscience, desire God to strengthen your faith in the blood of christ poured out for you:
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desire God to strengthen your faith in the crucified bodie of Christ broken for you:
desire God to strengthen your faith in the Crucified body of christ broken for you:
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that so feeding on Christ who is your surety, who himself is yours, and all is yours, you may ever have the feast of a good conscience, that will comfort you in false imputations, that will comfort you in life,
that so feeding on christ who is your surety, who himself is yours, and all is yours, you may ever have the feast of a good conscience, that will Comfort you in false imputations, that will Comfort you in life,
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and in death,, and at the day of judgement. This is our rejoycing in all things, the testimony of our conscience:
and in death,, and At the day of judgement. This is our rejoicing in all things, the testimony of our conscience:
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first purged by the blood of Christ, and then purged, and sanctified by the Spirit of Christ, that we have had our Conversation in simplicity and sincerity, &c. Our rejoycing is this, that in simplicity, and sincerity.
First purged by the blood of christ, and then purged, and sanctified by the Spirit of christ, that we have had our Conversation in simplicity and sincerity, etc. Our rejoicing is this, that in simplicity, and sincerity.
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This is the matter of this testimonie of Conscience, that is simplicity, and sincerity. Saint Paul glories in his simplieity, and sincerity.
This is the matter of this testimony of Conscience, that is simplicity, and sincerity. Saint Paul Glories in his simplieity, and sincerity.
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And (mark that by the way) it is no vain glorying, but lawful upon such cautions as I named before: but to add a little.
And (mark that by the Way) it is no vain glorying, but lawful upon such cautions as I nam before: but to add a little.
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A man in some cases may glory in the Graces of God that are in him; but with these cautions.
A man in Some cases may glory in the Graces of God that Are in him; but with these cautions.
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First, if so be that he look on them as the gifts of God.
First, if so be that he look on them as the Gifts of God.
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Secondly, if he look on them as stained with his own defects, and so in that respect be humbled.
Secondly, if he look on them as stained with his own defects, and so in that respect be humbled.
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Thirdly if he look upon them, as fruits of his justification, and as fruites of his assurance of his salvation, and not as causes.
Thirdly if he look upon them, as fruits of his justification, and as fruits of his assurance of his salvation, and not as Causes.
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And then if it be before men that he glories: not when he is to deale with God.
And then if it be before men that he Glories: not when he is to deal with God.
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When men lay this, and that imputation upon a man he may rejoyce (as Saint Paul doth here) in the testimony of his conscience, in simplicity and sincerity.
When men lay this, and that imputation upon a man he may rejoice (as Saint Paul does hear) in the testimony of his conscience, in simplicity and sincerity.
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The matter of the testimony of Conscience, wherein he glories is simplicity, and godly sincerity, or as the words may well be read, in the simplicity, and sincerity of God;
The matter of the testimony of Conscience, wherein he Glories is simplicity, and godly sincerity, or as the words may well be read, in the simplicity, and sincerity of God;
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such as proceeds from God, and such as aimes at, and looks to God, and resembles God.
such as proceeds from God, and such as aims At, and looks to God, and resembles God.
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For both simplicity, and sincerity come from God, they are wrought by God:
For both simplicity, and sincerity come from God, they Are wrought by God:
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and therein we resemble God, and both of them have an eye to God, a respect to God:
and therein we resemble God, and both of them have an eye to God, a respect to God:
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so it is in the originall, in the simplicity and sincerity of God. There is not much difference between simplicity and sincerity, the one expresseth the other:
so it is in the original, in the simplicity and sincerity of God. There is not much difference between simplicity and sincerity, the one Expresses the other:
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if you will have the difference, simplicity especially respects men, our conversation amongst men.
if you will have the difference, simplicity especially respects men, our Conversation among men.
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Simplicity hath an eye to God in all things in Religion opposite to hypocrisy in Religion.
Simplicity hath an eye to God in all things in Religion opposite to hypocrisy in Religion.
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Simplicity that is opposed to doublenesse;Simplicity that is opposed to doubleness;
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where doublenesse is there is alway hypocrisy, opposed to sincerity, and where simplicity is there is alway sincerity, truth to God.
where doubleness is there is always hypocrisy, opposed to sincerity, and where simplicity is there is always sincerity, truth to God.
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But it is not good to be very exact and punctuall in the distinction of these things, they may one expresse the other very well. Simplicity.
But it is not good to be very exact and punctual in the distinction of these things, they may one express the other very well. Simplicity.
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Saint Paul's rejoycing was that his conscience witnessed to him his simplicity in his whole conversation in the world, his whole course of life, which the Scripture calls in other places a walking.
Saint Paul's rejoicing was that his conscience witnessed to him his simplicity in his Whole Conversation in the world, his Whole course of life, which the Scripture calls in other places a walking.
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Saint Paul meanes this first of himself, and then he propoundes himself an example to us.
Saint Paul means this First of himself, and then he propounds himself an Exampl to us.
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How was St. Paul's conversation in simplicity.
How was Saint Paul's Conversation in simplicity.
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Not onely if we consider Saint Paul as a Christian, but consider him as an Apostle, his conversarion was in simplicity.
Not only if we Consider Saint Paul as a Christian, but Consider him as an Apostle, his conversarion was in simplicity.
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It was without guile, without seeking himself, without seeking his owne:
It was without guile, without seeking himself, without seeking his own:
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for rather then he would be grievous to the Corinthians, the man of God, he wrought himself;
for rather then he would be grievous to the Corinthians, the man of God, he wrought himself;
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because he would not give any the least scandall to them being a rich people, he had rather live by his own labour then to open his mouth, he did not seek himself.
Because he would not give any the least scandal to them being a rich people, he had rather live by his own labour then to open his Mouth, he did not seek himself.
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In a word, he did not serve himself of the Gospell: he served Christ, he did not serve himself of Christ.
In a word, he did not serve himself of the Gospel: he served christ, he did not serve himself of christ.
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There are many that serve themselves of the Gospell, that serve themselves of religion: they care no more for religion then will serve their owne turne.
There Are many that serve themselves of the Gospel, that serve themselves of Religion: they care no more for Religion then will serve their own turn.
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Saint Paul's conversation was in simplicity, he had no such aime, he did not preach of envy, orof malice,
Saint Paul's Conversation was in simplicity, he had no such aim, he did not preach of envy, orof malice,
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or for gain, as he taxeth some of the Philippian teachers, Some preach Christ, not of simplicity, and sincerity, but of envy, &c.
or for gain, as he Taxes Some of the Philippian Teachers, some preach christ, not of simplicity, and sincerity, but of envy, etc.
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Then again, as an Apostle, and a teacher, his conversation was in simplicity: because he mingled nothing with the Word of God in teaching, his doctrine is pure.
Then again, as an Apostle, and a teacher, his Conversation was in simplicity: Because he mingled nothing with the Word of God in teaching, his Doctrine is pure.
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What should the chaffe do with the wheat? Jer. 20. What should the drosse do with the Gold? he did not mingle his own conceits and devices with the Word:What should the chaff do with the wheat? Jer. 20. What should the dross do with the Gold? he did not mingle his own conceits and devices with the Word:
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for he taught the pure Word of God, the simple Word of God, simple without any mixture of any by-aimes.
for he taught the pure Word of God, the simple Word of God, simple without any mixture of any by-aimes.
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So the blessed Apostle was simple both in his Doctrine and in his intentions.
So the blessed Apostle was simple both in his Doctrine and in his intentions.
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Propounding himself herein exemplary to all us, that as we look to hold up our heads with comfort,
Propounding himself herein exemplary to all us, that as we look to hold up our Heads with Comfort,
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and to glory in all estat es whatsoever; so our consciences must bear us witnesse that we carry our selves in the simplicity, and sincerity of God.
and to glory in all Estate es whatsoever; so our Consciences must bear us witness that we carry our selves in the simplicity, and sincerity of God.
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Now simplicity is, when there is a conformity of pretention, and intention, when there is nothing double,
Now simplicity is, when there is a conformity of pretention, and intention, when there is nothing double,
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when there is not a contradiction in the spirit of a man, and in his words and carriage outwardly.
when there is not a contradiction in the Spirit of a man, and in his words and carriage outwardly.
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That is simplicty, when there is an exact conformity, and correspondence in a mans judgement and speech, in his affections and actions.
That is simplicity, when there is an exact conformity, and correspondence in a men judgement and speech, in his affections and actions.
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When a man judgeth simply as the truth of the thing is; and when he affects as he judgeth, when he loves and hates as he judgeth,
When a man Judgeth simply as the truth of the thing is; and when he affects as he Judgeth, when he loves and hates as he Judgeth,
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and he speakes as he affects and judgeth, and he doth as he speaks, then a man is a simple man.
and he speaks as he affects and Judgeth, and he does as he speaks, then a man is a simple man.
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Simple that is properly, that hath no mixture of the contrary: as we say, light is a simple thing, it cannot indure darknesse: fire is a simple body:
Simple that is properly, that hath no mixture of the contrary: as we say, Light is a simple thing, it cannot endure darkness: fire is a simple body:
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it cannot indure the contrary with it: so the pure Majestie of God cannot indure the least stain whatsoever.
it cannot endure the contrary with it: so the pure Majesty of God cannot endure the least stain whatsoever.
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So it is with the holy disposition of a Christian, when he is once a new creature there is a simplicity in him:
So it is with the holy disposition of a Christian, when he is once a new creature there is a simplicity in him:
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though there be a mixture, yet he studies simplicity, he studies to have nothing opposite to the Spirit of God:
though there be a mixture, yet he studies simplicity, he studies to have nothing opposite to the Spirit of God:
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he studies not to have any contradiction in him, he labours that his heart may not go one way,
he studies not to have any contradiction in him, he labours that his heart may not go one Way,
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and his carriage another, that his pretentions be not one, and his intentions another. He beares the Image of Christ:
and his carriage Another, that his pretentions be not one, and his intentions Another. He bears the Image of christ:
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you know Christ is compared to a Lambe, a simple creature, fruitfull to men, innocent in himself.
you know christ is compared to a Lamb, a simple creature, fruitful to men, innocent in himself.
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So the holy Ghost appeared in the shape of a Dove, a simple creature, that hath no way to avoid danger but by flight, a harmelesse creature.
So the holy Ghost appeared in the shape of a Dove, a simple creature, that hath no Way to avoid danger but by flight, a harmless creature.
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The Divell takes on him the shape of a Serpent, a subtile wild Creature. The Holy Ghost appeared in the shape of a Dove.
The devil Takes on him the shape of a Serpent, a subtle wild Creature. The Holy Ghost appeared in the shape of a Dove.
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You see then what simplicity is: it is a frame of soule without mixture of the contrary.
You see then what simplicity is: it is a frame of soul without mixture of the contrary.
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We must not take simplicity for a defect, when a man is simple because he knowes not how to be wittie;
We must not take simplicity for a defect, when a man is simple Because he knows not how to be witty;
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simplicitie is sometimes taken in that sense, for a defect of nature, when a man is easily deluded:
simplicity is sometime taken in that sense, for a defect of nature, when a man is Easily deluded:
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but here it is taken for a grace.
but Here it is taken for a grace.
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A man that knowes how to double with the world, how to run counterfeit, how to be false in all kinds, but he will not:
A man that knows how to double with the world, how to run counterfeit, how to be false in all Kinds, but he will not:
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he knowes the world, but he will not use the fashions of the World; so simplicitie here is a strength of grace.
he knows the world, but he will not use the fashions of the World; so simplicity Here is a strength of grace.
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Likewise, simplicity, and plainnesse, it must not be taken for rudenesse, and unnecessary opening of our selves:
Likewise, simplicity, and plainness, it must not be taken for rudeness, and unnecessary opening of our selves:
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for that is simplicity in an evill sense, prophane rudenesse.
for that is simplicity in an evil sense, profane rudeness.
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You shall have some that will lay about them, they care not what they speak, they care not whom they smite;
You shall have Some that will lay about them, they care not what they speak, they care not whom they smite;
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but as Solomons foole, they throw fire-brands; they speak what they list, of whom they list, against whom they list.
but as Solomons fool, they throw firebrands; they speak what they list, of whom they list, against whom they list.
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Here simplicity and plainnesse is no grace, this is no vertue: this is but an easing of their rotten, corrupt, and vile heart,
Here simplicity and plainness is no grace, this is no virtue: this is but an easing of their rotten, corrupt, and vile heart,
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A man will not go out of himself, so long as he sees any hope in himself:
A man will not go out of himself, so long as he sees any hope in himself:
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We know there are two kind of Sepulchres, open, and shut sepulchres: they are both naught;
We know there Are two kind of Sepulchres, open, and shut sepulchres: they Are both nought;
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but yet notwithstanding, your hidden sepulchre is lesse offensive; that which is open stinks that none can come nigh, that is very offensive.
but yet notwithstanding, your hidden Sepulchre is less offensive; that which is open stinks that none can come High, that is very offensive.
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An hypocrite that is a hidden sepulchre, a painted sepulchre without, and nothing but bones within, he hath a naughty, rotten heart:
an hypocrite that is a hidden Sepulchre, a painted Sepulchre without, and nothing but bones within, he hath a naughty, rotten heart:
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yet notwithstanding he is not so offensive as the open sepulchre, which offends all that come near it.
yet notwithstanding he is not so offensive as the open Sepulchre, which offends all that come near it.
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So these men that say they cannot dissemble;
So these men that say they cannot dissemble;
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and they have a plaine heart, though they will swear, and dissemble, and detract, and throw fire-brands against any man, Is this a plain heart? it is an open sepulchre, that sends a stench to all that are near.
and they have a plain heart, though they will swear, and dissemble, and detract, and throw firebrands against any man, Is this a plain heart? it is an open Sepulchre, that sends a stench to all that Are near.
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Again, let us take heed, that we do not for simplicitie take credulitie: The simple man (saith Solomon) will believe every thing. This is simple credulitie.
Again, let us take heed, that we do not for simplicity take credulity: The simple man (Says Solomon) will believe every thing. This is simple credulity.
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A man must not believe every thing, for there is much danger comes by credulity. Jeremiah, and Gedaliah, and others, they were much harmed by credulity.
A man must not believe every thing, for there is much danger comes by credulity. Jeremiah, and Gedaliah, and Others, they were much harmed by credulity.
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It is a good fence not to be too hastie to believe; for incredulity, and hardnesse to believe is a good preservative;
It is a good fence not to be too hasty to believe; for incredulity, and hardness to believe is a good preservative;
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and he is a wise man that will not believe every thing. So you see there are some things that come near this simplicity, as defect, rudenesse,
and he is a wise man that will not believe every thing. So you see there Are Some things that come near this simplicity, as defect, rudeness,
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and credulitie, which yet are not that simplicitie that Saint Paul saith he walked in. And this simplicity may well be called the simplicity of God;
and credulity, which yet Are not that simplicity that Saint Paul Says he walked in. And this simplicity may well be called the simplicity of God;
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because God is simple, He is light, and in him there is no darknesse at all.
Because God is simple, He is Light, and in him there is no darkness At all.
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There is no mixture of fraud, or contrariety, he is pure, simple, and sincere.
There is no mixture of fraud, or contrariety, he is pure, simple, and sincere.
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And as he is in his nature, so he is in his carriage to men every way.
And as he is in his nature, so he is in his carriage to men every Way.
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There is a simplicity that he doth in his Word testifie. And indeed he hath shewed that he loves us;
There is a simplicity that he does in his Word testify. And indeed he hath showed that he loves us;
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would we have a better evidence of it then his own Son? there is no doubling in Gods dealing to men.
would we have a better evidence of it then his own Son? there is no doubling in God's dealing to men.
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And therefore as it comes from God; so this simplicitie it resembleth God.
And Therefore as it comes from God; so this simplicity it resembles God.
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For alas, if God had had by-respects, what could the creature yield him? doth he stand in need of us,
For alas, if God had had by-respects, what could the creature yield him? does he stand in need of us,
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or doth he need any thing we have? All counterfeiting, and insincerity, and doubling, is for hope of gain, or for fear of danger.
or does he need any thing we have? All counterfeiting, and insincerity, and doubling, is for hope of gain, or for Fear of danger.
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Now what can God have of the creature? what cause hath he in us of his dealing toward us? In his giving, in his forgiving, in all his dealing he is simple.
Now what can God have of the creature? what cause hath he in us of his dealing towards us? In his giving, in his forgiving, in all his dealing he is simple.
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So every one that is the Child of God he hath the virtue of simplicity. Simplicity is such a Grace as extends to all the parts of our conversation.
So every one that is the Child of God he hath the virtue of simplicity. Simplicity is such a Grace as extends to all the parts of our Conversation.
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As the Apostle saith here, My conversation in the world hath been in simplicity. By nature man is contrary to this simplicity, since the fall.
As the Apostle Says Here, My Conversation in the world hath been in simplicity. By nature man is contrary to this simplicity, since the fallen.
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God made him right and straight, and simple, but as the Wise man saith, he sought out many inventions. So that a man without Grace is double in his carriage. God made him right and straight, and simple, but as the Wise man Says, he sought out many Inventions. So that a man without Grace is double in his carriage.
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And that from Self-Love, from Self-Ends, and aimes. And hereupon he must be double:
And that from Self-Love, from Self-Ends, and aims. And hereupon he must be double:
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for there must be something that is good in him, for else evill is destructive of it self:
for there must be something that is good in him, for Else evil is destructive of it self:
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if there were not some thing good, men could never continue, nor the place could never continue.
if there were not Some thing good, men could never continue, nor the place could never continue.
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And if all were good, and all were plain, and honest, that would destroy the ill which men labour to nourish.
And if all were good, and all were plain, and honest, that would destroy the ill which men labour to nourish.
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Men have carnall projects to raise themselves, to get riches, and this must be by ill meanes:
Men have carnal projects to raise themselves, to get riches, and this must be by ill means:
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there is an Idoll in their hearts which they serve, which they sacrifice to, their self-love, either in honour,
there is an Idol in their hearts which they serve, which they sacrifice to, their Self-love, either in honour,
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or in riches, or in pleasure, they set up something. Therefore a man without grace, he studies to be strongly ill:
or in riches, or in pleasure, they Set up something. Therefore a man without grace, he studies to be strongly ill:
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and because he cannot be ill except he be good, for then all the World would see it: hereupon comes doubling.
and Because he cannot be ill except he be good, for then all the World would see it: hereupon comes doubling.
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Good there must be to carrie the ill he intends the more close: ill there must be, or else he cannot have his aime.
Good there must be to carry the ill he intends the more close: ill there must be, or Else he cannot have his aim.
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And hence comes dissimulation and simulation, the vices of these times, (both opposite to simplicity) and such vices as proceed from want of worth and want of strength.
And hence comes dissimulation and simulation, the vices of these times, (both opposite to simplicity) and such vices as proceed from want of worth and want of strength.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For when men have no worth to trust to, and yet would have the profit of sin,
For when men have no worth to trust to, and yet would have the profit of since,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the pleasure of sin, and would have reputation, then they carrie all dissemblingly.
and the pleasure of since, and would have reputation, then they carry all dissemblingly.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Where there is strength of worth, and of parts, and reputation, there is lesse dissembling alway.
Where there is strength of worth, and of parts, and reputation, there is less dissembling always.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a vice usually of those that have little or no vertue in them. A man of strength carries things open and fair.
It is a vice usually of those that have little or no virtue in them. A man of strength carries things open and fair.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This dissimulation it comes from the want of this grace of simplicity, both, Before the project. In After
This dissimulation it comes from the want of this grace of simplicity, both, Before the project. In After
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Before, as you see in Herod, he intends mischief, when he pretends he would be a worshipper of Christ:
Before, as you see in Herod, he intends mischief, when he pretends he would be a worshipper of christ:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so Absalom he pretends he had a vow to make, when he intends murther: a dissimulation, pretending good when there is an intention of ill before.
and so Absalom he pretends he had a Voelli to make, when he intends murder: a dissimulation, pretending good when there is an intention of ill before.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So there is a dissimulation in the project for the present, which comes from this doubling,
So there is a dissimulation in the project for the present, which comes from this doubling,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when men carrie things fairly outwardly to those with whom they live, and yet notwithstanding have false and treacherous hearts.
when men carry things fairly outwardly to those with whom they live, and yet notwithstanding have false and treacherous hearts.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As Judas had all the while he conversed with Christ, he covered his ill with good pretexts, a care for the poor, &c.
As Judas had all the while he conversed with christ, he covered his ill with good pretexts, a care for the poor, etc.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So after, when the ill is done what a world of doubling is there to cover ill, to extenuate it,
So After, when the ill is done what a world of doubling is there to cover ill, to extenuate it,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and excuses, and translations? This is the simplicitie that reigns among men where there is no strength of grace:
and excuses, and Translations? This is the simplicity that reigns among men where there is no strength of grace:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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where there is want of simplicitie there is this dissembling.
where there is want of simplicity there is this dissembling.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And with dissimulation there is simulation, that is, when we make our selves sometimes worse then we are:
And with dissimulation there is simulation, that is, when we make our selves sometime Worse then we Are:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when we are better then we seeme to be: sometimes that wins on us too: then we carrie not our selvee simply.
when we Are better then we seem to be: sometime that wins on us too: then we carry not our selvee simply.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For if we were good, we would be good every where.
For if we were good, we would be good every where.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But a man that useth simulation, if he be in evill company he fashioneth himself to the company, he speaks that which his Conscience checks him for, he carries himself vainly,
But a man that uses simulation, if he be in evil company he fashioneth himself to the company, he speaks that which his Conscience Checks him for, he carries himself vainly,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and lightly, he holds correspondence with the company.
and lightly, he holds correspondence with the company.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1461
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So that by dissimulation, and simulation, there is a fault committed against simplicitie, which yields the Testimony of a good conscience.
So that by dissimulation, and simulation, there is a fault committed against simplicity, which yields the Testimony of a good conscience.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a base fault this simulation, which we think to be a lesser fault then the other, which is dissimulation:
It is a base fault this simulation, which we think to be a lesser fault then the other, which is dissimulation:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for whom do we serve? are we not the sons of God? are we not the sons of our heavenly Father? the sons of the great King? and for us to carrie our selves not to be such as we are in the middest of the wicked world, it is a great want of discretion.
for whom do we serve? Are we not the Sons of God? Are we not the Sons of our heavenly Father? the Sons of the great King? and for us to carry our selves not to be such as we Are in the midst of the wicked world, it is a great want of discretion.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Saint Paul would discover who he was, even before the bar: David would speak of Gods righteous testimonies even before Princes, and not be ashamed.
Saint Paul would discover who he was, even before the bar: David would speak of God's righteous testimonies even before Princes, and not be ashamed.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And this is that which Christ saith, He that is ashamed of me before men, of him will I be ashamed before my heavenly Father.
And this is that which christ Says, He that is ashamed of me before men, of him will I be ashamed before my heavenly Father.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1463
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what simplicity is that, when they speak one thing, and mean another? when there is a mentall reservation,
what simplicity is that, when they speak one thing, and mean Another? when there is a mental reservation,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us take heed of dissimulation, and simulation, which are opposite to this simplicity. Again, this simplicity is opposite to curiosity, and finenesse.
Let us take heed of dissimulation, and simulation, which Are opposite to this simplicity. Again, this simplicity is opposite to curiosity, and fineness.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1463
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And thus the Apostle both in his calling, and conversation, St. Paul conversed in simplicity, as a Christian, and as an Apostle.
And thus the Apostle both in his calling, and Conversation, Saint Paul conversed in simplicity, as a Christian, and as an Apostle.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As an Apostle he was not over-curious in words: he reproveth those foolish vain glorious spirits, that were so among the Corinthians.
As an Apostle he was not overcurious in words: he Reproveth those foolish vain glorious spirits, that were so among the Corinthians.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1465
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He delivered the Word plainly, and plainnesse is best in handling the Word of God:
He Delivered the Word plainly, and plainness is best in handling the Word of God:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for who will enamell a precious stone? we use to enamell that that hath not a native excellencie in it self,
for who will enamel a precious stone? we use to enamel that that hath not a native excellency in it self,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but that which hath an excellencie from something without. True Religion hath this with it alway, that it is simple;
but that which hath an excellency from something without. True Religion hath this with it always, that it is simple;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because it hath state enough of its own.
Because it hath state enough of its own.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1465
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The whore of Babylon hath need of a gilded cup, and pictures, (and what not?) to set her out;
The whore of Babylon hath need of a gilded cup, and pictures, (and what not?) to Set her out;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but the true Religion is in Simplicity.
but the true Religion is in Simplicity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ himself when he was born, he was laid in a Cratch, he was simple in his carriage, and his speeches.
christ himself when he was born, he was laid in a Cratch, he was simple in his carriage, and his Speeches.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1467
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It was a common speech in ancient time, when the Chalices were gold, the Priests were wood.
It was a Common speech in ancient time, when the Chalice were gold, the Priests were wood.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In Religion finenesse, and curiosity carrie suspition of falsehood with them. Those that overmuch affect finenesse of speech, they are either deceived, or will deceive.
In Religion fineness, and curiosity carry suspicion of falsehood with them. Those that overmuch affect fineness of speech, they Are either deceived, or will deceive.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1467
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That which is not native, and comes not from within it will deceive. Some falsehoods carrie a better colour then some truths:
That which is not native, and comes not from within it will deceive. some falsehoods carry a better colour then Some truths:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1468
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because men set their wits on work to set some colour upon falsehood alway.
Because men Set their wits on work to Set Some colour upon falsehood always.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And here take notice of the duty of Ministers, that they should utter divine truth in the native simplicity of it.
And Here take notice of the duty of Ministers, that they should utter divine truth in the native simplicity of it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Saint Paul as a Minister delivered the plain Word plainly. And as a Christian in our common course of life:
Saint Paul as a Minister Delivered the plain Word plainly. And as a Christian in our Common course of life:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as we should take heed of doubling, so of too much curiosity:
as we should take heed of doubling, so of too much curiosity:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for too much curiosity in diet or apparell, it implies too much care of these things, which hinders our care of better things,
for too much curiosity in diet or apparel, it Implies too much care of these things, which hinders our care of better things,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as our Savour Christ saith to Martha, Martha, thou art troubled about many things. The soul is finite, and cannot be set about many things at once;
as our Savour christ Says to Martha, Martha, thou art troubled about many things. The soul is finite, and cannot be Set about many things At once;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore when there is overmuch curiosity in smaller things, it implies little or no care in the main.
Therefore when there is overmuch curiosity in smaller things, it Implies little or no care in the main.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What is morethen for decency of place? it argues carelessenesse in the main.
What is morethen for decency of place? it argues carelessness in the main.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore the Apostle labouring to take off that, he bids women that they should not be decked with Gold, and broydered haire, &c. But to look to the hidden man of the heart.
Therefore the Apostle labouring to take off that, he bids women that they should not be decked with Gold, and broidered hair, etc. But to look to the hidden man of the heart.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore Christ took off Martha from outward things, because he knew it could not be without the neglect of better things.
And Therefore christ took off Martha from outward things, Because he knew it could not be without the neglect of better things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Seriousness in heavenly things it carries a carelessenesse in other things. And a Christian cannot chuse but discover a minde that is not earthly and vain;
Seriousness in heavenly things it carries a carelessness in other things. And a Christian cannot choose but discover a mind that is not earthly and vain;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when he is a true believer, he regards other things as poore petty things that are not worthy estimation.
when he is a true believer, he regards other things as poor Petty things that Are not worthy estimation.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A Christian when he hath fixed his end, to be like to God, to be simple as God is, he still drawes toward his end,
A Christian when he hath fixed his end, to be like to God, to be simple as God is, he still draws towards his end,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore he moderates his carriage in all things. What is unnecessarie, he leaves out:
and Therefore he moderates his carriage in all things. What is unnecessary, he leaves out:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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his end is to be like God, and like Christ, with whom he shall live hereafter.
his end is to be like God, and like christ, with whom he shall live hereafter.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now the best things are the most simple, as the Heavens, the Sun and the stars, &c. There is diversitie, but no contrariety:
Now the best things Are the most simple, as the Heavens, the Sun and the Stars, etc. There is diversity, but no contrariety:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is diversity in the magnitude of the stars, but they are of the same nature;
there is diversity in the magnitude of the Stars, but they Are of the same nature;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so in a Christian there are many Graces, but they are not contrary one to another.
so in a Christian there Are many Graces, but they Are not contrary one to Another.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So that a Christian hath his maine care for better things, he cares not for the world nor the things thereof:
So that a Christian hath his main care for better things, he Cares not for the world nor the things thereof:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore he accounts them in comparison of better things as nothing;
and Therefore he accounts them in comparison of better things as nothing;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that is the reason that he is carelesse and negligent of those things that he did formerly regard,
and that is the reason that he is careless and negligent of those things that he did formerly regard,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as having better things to take up his thoughts.
as having better things to take up his thoughts.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We see then that simplicitie, as it is opposed to doubling, so it is opposed to finenesse, and curiosity.
We see then that simplicity, as it is opposed to doubling, so it is opposed to fineness, and curiosity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And usually where there is a finenesse, and curiosity, there is hypocrisy; for it is not for nought when men affect any thing.
And usually where there is a fineness, and curiosity, there is hypocrisy; for it is not for nought when men affect any thing.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Affectation usually is a strain above nature, when a man will do that which he is not disposed to by nature,
Affectation usually is a strain above nature, when a man will do that which he is not disposed to by nature,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but for some forced end, it is hypocrisy.
but for Some forced end, it is hypocrisy.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So the Corinthian teachers argued the falsenesse of their hearts by the finenesse of their teaching, they had another aime then to please God and convert souls.
So the Corinthian Teachers argued the falseness of their hearts by the fineness of their teaching, they had Another aim then to please God and convert Souls.
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Usually affectation to the world is joyned with hypocrisie towards God. Again, this simplicity is contrary to that corruption in Popery, namely equivocation;
Usually affectation to the world is joined with hypocrisy towards God. Again, this simplicity is contrary to that corruption in Popery, namely equivocation;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man may not speake all the truth at all times, except he be called to it, in judgement, &c. Otherwise truth (as all good actions) it is never good but when it is seasonable:
A man may not speak all the truth At all times, except he be called to it, in judgement, etc. Otherwise truth (as all good actions) it is never good but when it is seasonable:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then it is seasonable when there is convenient furniture of circumstances, when a man is called to it.
and then it is seasonable when there is convenient furniture of Circumstances, when a man is called to it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For there may be a reservation;
For there may be a reservation;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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a man is not bound to speak all things at all times, but to waite for a fit time. One word in a fit time is worth a thousand out of time;
a man is not bound to speak all things At all times, but to wait for a fit time. One word in a fit time is worth a thousand out of time;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but mentall reservation, to speak one thing, and to reserve another, it is absurd and inconsequent, and so is dissimulation;
but mental reservation, to speak one thing, and to reserve Another, it is absurd and inconsequent, and so is dissimulation;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is a lie in fact, a mans life is a lie that is a dissembler, dissimulation is naught.
there is a lie in fact, a men life is a lie that is a dissembler, dissimulation is nought.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man may sometimes make some shew to do something that he intends not. Christ made as though he would have gone further when he did not mean it:
A man may sometime make Some show to do something that he intends not. christ made as though he would have gone further when he did not mean it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but dissimulation is that which is intrinsically naught. But some man will say, Except I dissemble, I shall run into danger.
but dissimulation is that which is intrinsically nought. But Some man will say, Except I dissemble, I shall run into danger.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Well, it is not necessary for thee to live, but it is necessary for thee to live like an honest man, Well, it is not necessary for thee to live, but it is necessary for thee to live like an honest man,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and keep a good conscience, that is necessary. For come what will upon true dealing, we ought to deal truly, and not dissemble.
and keep a good conscience, that is necessary. For come what will upon true dealing, we ought to deal truly, and not dissemble.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Those that pretend a necessity, they must do it, they cannot live else, they cannot avoid danger else, unlesse they dissemble:
Those that pretend a necessity, they must do it, they cannot live Else, they cannot avoid danger Else, unless they dissemble:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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saith Tertullian very well, There is no necessity of sin to them, upon whom there lies no other necessity but not to sin.
Says Tertullian very well, There is no necessity of since to them, upon whom there lies no other necessity but not to sin.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christians they are men that have no necessity lies upon them but not to sin.
Christians they Are men that have no necessity lies upon them but not to sin.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is not necessary they should be rich, it is not necessary they should be poor, it is not necessary they should have their freedom,
It is not necessary they should be rich, it is not necessary they should be poor, it is not necessary they should have their freedom,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and liberty, there is no necessity lies upon them, but that they be good, that they do not sin.
and liberty, there is no necessity lies upon them, but that they be good, that they do not sin.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Can he pretend I must sin upon necessity, who hath no necessity imposed upon him by God,
Can he pretend I must sin upon necessity, who hath no necessity imposed upon him by God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but to avoid all sin?
but to avoid all since?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As for lying (which is against this simplicity that should be in speech,) all kinds of lies, officious lies, or pernicious lies:
As for lying (which is against this simplicity that should be in speech,) all Kinds of lies, officious lies, or pernicious lies:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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officious lies, to do a good turn to help our selves or others with a lie, it is a giosse sin;
officious lies, to do a good turn to help our selves or Others with a lie, it is a giosse since;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is two, there is a goodly pretention and shew, but there is a beast that is hid within. Dissimulation is double;
there is two, there is a goodly pretention and show, but there is a beast that is hid within. Dissimulation is double;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is condemned by St. Austin in a whole Book which he wrote against lying: therefore I passe it, I shall have occasion to speak somewhat of it afterward.
It is condemned by Saint Austin in a Whole Book which he wrote against lying: Therefore I pass it, I shall have occasion to speak somewhat of it afterwards.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is intrinsically ill every lie, because it is contrary to the hint of speech. God hath made our reason, and understanding to frame speech;
It is intrinsically ill every lie, Because it is contrary to the hint of speech. God hath made our reason, and understanding to frame speech;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and speech to be the Messenger, and Interpreter of reason, and of the conceit:
and speech to be the Messenger, and Interpreter of reason, and of the conceit:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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now when speech shall be a false Messenger, it is contrary to the gift of speech:
now when speech shall be a false Messenger, it is contrary to the gift of speech:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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speech should be the stream of understanding and reason:
speech should be the stream of understanding and reason:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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now when the fountain is one, and the spring is another, there is a contradiction, it is against nature, so it is intrinsically ill.
now when the fountain is one, and the spring is Another, there is a contradiction, it is against nature, so it is intrinsically ill.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1479
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It is not onely against the will of God, but it is against the Image of God which is in truth.
It is not only against the will of God, but it is against the Image of God which is in truth.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is ill, not by inconvenience, or by inconsequence, but a pernicious lie is inwardly ill;
It is ill, not by inconvenience, or by inconsequence, but a pernicious lie is inwardly ill;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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jesting lies, pernicious lies, officious lies, all lies let them be what they will, they come from the father of lies the Divel,
jesting lies, pernicious lies, officious lies, all lies let them be what they will, they come from the father of lies the devil,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1479
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and are hated of God, who is truth it self.
and Are hated of God, who is truth it self.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Besides that it is a sin opposite to society, and therefore by Gods just judgment it is punished by societie;
Beside that it is a since opposite to society, and Therefore by God's just judgement it is punished by society;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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all men hate a lyar, a false dissembler, as an enemy to society, as a man that offends against that bond whereby God hath knit men together,
all men hate a liar, a false dissembler, as an enemy to society, as a man that offends against that bound whereby God hath knit men together,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now to move us the better to this simplicity, this direct course of life, that there may be a conformity,
Now to move us the better to this simplicity, this Direct course of life, that there may be a conformity,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and harmony between the outward and inward man, in the thoughts, speeches, and actions, that they may be one.
and harmony between the outward and inward man, in the thoughts, Speeches, and actions, that they may be one.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Consider first of all, that this simplicity, it is a comely thing: comelinesse, and seemlinesse it is a thing that is delightful to the eyes of God, Consider First of all, that this simplicity, it is a comely thing: comeliness, and seemliness it is a thing that is delightful to the eyes of God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to a mans own conscience: and it stands in onenesse, and proportion: for you know where there is a comely proportion, there all things suite in one.
and to a men own conscience: and it Stands in oneness, and proportion: for you know where there is a comely proportion, there all things suit in one.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As in a comely body, the head, and all the rest of the members are suitable, there is not a young green head upon an old body,
As in a comely body, the head, and all the rest of the members Are suitable, there is not a young green head upon an old body,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or a fair face on a deformed body, for then there is two, the body is one, and the complexion another.
or a fair face on a deformed body, for then there is two, the body is one, and the complexion Another.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Beauty, and comelinesse is in one, when there is a correspondency, a proportion, and harmony in the parts.
Beauty, and comeliness is in one, when there is a correspondency, a proportion, and harmony in the parts.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In Revel. 13. you have a cruel beast there with the horns of a Lamb;
In Revel. 13. you have a cruel beast there with the horns of a Lamb;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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& where there is singlenesse, and doublenesse, there is deformity alway. It is an ugly thing in the eyes of God, it is a mishapen thing;
& where there is singleness, and doubleness, there is deformity always. It is an ugly thing in the eyes of God, it is a Misshapen thing;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is a Monster, Jacob's voice, and Esau's hands: words as smooth as oyl, and war in the heart. It is a monstrous thing.
it is a Monster, Jacob's voice, and Esau's hands: words as smooth as oil, and war in the heart. It is a monstrous thing.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Even as there be Monsters in nature, so there be in disposition.
Even as there be Monsters in nature, so there be in disposition.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Where there is such a grosse mixture, the Devil and an Angel of light, outwardly an Angel of light,
Where there is such a gross mixture, the devil and an Angel of Light, outwardly an Angel of Light,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and inwardly a Devil, to hide a Devil in the shape of an Angel of light, there is a horrible deformity.
and inwardly a devil, to hide a devil in the shape of an Angel of Light, there is a horrible deformity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a comely thing therefore when all things hold conformity, and correspondence in our lives,
It is a comely thing Therefore when all things hold conformity, and correspondence in our lives,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when they are even amongst men, when we labour to have sanctified judgments of things,
when they Are even among men, when we labour to have sanctified Judgments of things,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and speak what is our judgment, and have outward expressions answerable to the inward impressions wrought by the Spirit of God every way;
and speak what is our judgement, and have outward expressions answerable to the inward impressions wrought by the Spirit of God every Way;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then a man is like himself, he is one, there is not a heart and a heart.
then a man is like himself, he is one, there is not a heart and a heart.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Adam at the first was every way like himself, but after falling from God to the creature, the changeable, corruptible creature, to have his corruptible end, he fell to this doublenesse.Adam At the First was every Way like himself, but After falling from God to the creature, the changeable, corruptible creature, to have his corruptible end, he fell to this doubleness.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And as S. James saith, A double-minded man is unconstant in all his waies: That is another reason to move us to simplicity of disposition:
And as S. James Says, A double-minded man is unconstant in all his ways: That is Another reason to move us to simplicity of disposition:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for where doubling is, a man is unconstant in all his waies.
for where doubling is, a man is unconstant in all his ways.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What doth S. James mean by this, where he saith, A double-minded man is unsettled? Because a double-minded man he looks with one eye to Religion,
What does S. James mean by this, where he Says, A double-minded man is unsettled? Because a double-minded man he looks with one eye to Religion,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to those things that are good, and with another part of his heart to the world:
and to those things that Are good, and with Another part of his heart to the world:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and hereupon he can never be settled any way.
and hereupon he can never be settled any Way.
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Why? Because having unsettled intentions, having false aimes, double aimes, he will be crossed continually.
Why? Because having unsettled intentions, having false aims, double aims, he will be crossed continually.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Please God he would, he would be Religious; that is one intention:
Please God he would, he would be Religious; that is one intention:
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but now comes the world, and Religion to dash one against another, and then he must be inconstant,
but now comes the world, and Religion to dash one against Another, and then he must be inconstant,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because he hath not simplicity, he hath not a single eye, as Christ saith, If the eye be single, then the body is light.
Because he hath not simplicity, he hath not a single eye, as christ Says, If the eye be single, then the body is Light.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He hath not a right intention, a right judgment of things; he judgeth too high of the world, and not high enough of grace and goodnesse.
He hath not a right intention, a right judgement of things; he Judgeth too high of the world, and not high enough of grace and Goodness.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let the cunningest dissembler hold out as long as he can, he shall meet with sicknesse,
Let the cunningest dissembler hold out as long as he can, he shall meet with sickness,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And hereupon it comes, that when the world comes to crosse his good intentions, having his mind on earthly things,
And hereupon it comes, that when the world comes to cross his good intentions, having his mind on earthly things,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because it is crosse to Religion, his mind is unsettled.
Because it is cross to Religion, his mind is unsettled.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, by terrours of conscience, a double-minded man (that will please God, and yet be a worldling) is unconstant in all his wayes.
Again, by terrors of conscience, a double-minded man (that will please God, and yet be a worldling) is unconstant in all his ways.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If his eye were single, then all his body would be light, that is, if a man had a single judgment to know what is right, to know what in life,
If his eye were single, then all his body would be Light, that is, if a man had a single judgement to know what is right, to know what in life,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and in death to stick to; all would be single, the judgment and intentions go together:
and in death to stick to; all would be single, the judgement and intentions go together:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when a mans judgment is convinced of the goodnesse of spiritual things, upon judgment followes intention.
when a men judgement is convinced of the Goodness of spiritual things, upon judgement follows intention.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1486
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When a man desires and resolves to serve God, and to please him in all things,
When a man Desires and resolves to serve God, and to please him in all things,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1486
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then all the body, and his affections are lightsome; his affections, and his outward man goes with a single eye.
then all the body, and his affections Are lightsome; his affections, and his outward man Goes with a single eye.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1486
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A man that hath a false, weak judgment, and thereupon a false weak, double intention, his body is dark, he hath a darksome conversation.
A man that hath a false, weak judgement, and thereupon a false weak, double intention, his body is dark, he hath a darksome Conversation.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A double-minded man is unconstant in all his wayes, Therefore we should labour for this simplicity in all our conversation.
A double-minded man is unconstant in all his ways, Therefore we should labour for this simplicity in all our Conversation.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1486
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Again, we should the rather labour for this simplicity, because it is part of the Image of God, therein we resemble God in whom is no mixture at all of contraries: but all is alike.
Again, we should the rather labour for this simplicity, Because it is part of the Image of God, therein we resemble God in whom is no mixture At all of contraries: but all is alike.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And as it resembles God, so it bears us out in the presence of God, and our own conscience;
And as it resembles God, so it bears us out in the presence of God, and our own conscience;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as he saith here, Our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity, &c. Now God is greater then conscience.
as he Says Here, Our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity, etc. Now God is greater then conscience.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man that carries himself in simplicity, and in an uniform, even manner to God, and to men, that man hath comfort in his conscience, and comfort before God.
A man that carries himself in simplicity, and in an uniform, even manner to God, and to men, that man hath Comfort in his conscience, and Comfort before God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And of all other sins, the time will come that none will lie heavier on us then doubling both with men,
And of all other Sins, the time will come that none will lie Heavier on us then doubling both with men,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and with God, when it will appear that we have not been the men that we carried our selves to be.
and with God, when it will appear that we have not been the men that we carried our selves to be.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The reason is, the more will there is in a sin, and the more advisednesse, the greater is the sin:
The reason is, the more will there is in a since, and the more advisedness, the greater is the since:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1490
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and the greater the sin is, the greater the terrour of conscience;
and the greater the since is, the greater the terror of conscience;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1490
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and the greater that is, the more fear and trembling before God that knowes conscience better then we do.
and the greater that is, the more Fear and trembling before God that knows conscience better then we do.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1490
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Now where there is doubling, (where a man is not one in his outward and inward man, in his conversation to men,
Now where there is doubling, (where a man is not one in his outward and inward man, in his Conversation to men,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1491
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when there is a covering of hatred, and of ill affections with contrary pretences) there is advisement, there is much will,
when there is a covering of hatred, and of ill affections with contrary pretences) there is advisement, there is much will,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1491
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and little passion to bear a man out, to excuse him;
and little passion to bear a man out, to excuse him;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1491
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but he doth it (as we say) in coole blood, and that makes dissimulation so grosse, hecause it is in cold blood.
but he does it (as we say) in cool blood, and that makes dissimulation so gross, hecause it is in cold blood.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1491
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The more will and advisement is in any sin, the greater it is, (so the aggravation of sin is to be considered) and where temptations are strong,
The more will and advisement is in any since, the greater it is, (so the aggravation of since is to be considered) and where temptations Are strong,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1491
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and the lesse a man is himself, so there is a diminution, and a lesse aggravation;
and the less a man is himself, so there is a diminution, and a less aggravation;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1491
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as when a man is carried with passion, with infirmitie or the like. But usually when men double they plot.
as when a man is carried with passion, with infirmity or the like. But usually when men double they plot.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1491
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David he plotted before, and after his sin, he doubled before, and after his sin:David he plotted before, and After his since, he doubled before, and After his since:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1492
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that was laid to his charge more then all that ever he did in his life;
that was laid to his charge more then all that ever he did in his life;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1492
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He was a man after Gods own heart, except in the matter of Uriah. Why? Because in that he plotted.
He was a man After God's own heart, except in the matter of Uriah. Why? Because in that he plotted.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1492
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We see before what many shifts, and windings, and turnings he had to accomplish it.
We see before what many shifts, and windings, and turnings he had to accomplish it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1492
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He sends Uriah to Joab, and gives him a letter to place him in the fore front, and useth many projects.
He sends Uriah to Joab, and gives him a Letter to place him in the before front, and uses many projects.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1492
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And after it was committed, how did he cover it? and when it was hid from men, he would have hid it from God a great while, till God pulled him from his hiding place,
And After it was committed, how did he cover it? and when it was hid from men, he would have hid it from God a great while, till God pulled him from his hiding place,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1493
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and made him confesse roundly, Psalme 32. till he dealt directly with God, My bones were consumed, and my moisture was turned into the drought of summer.
and made him confess roundly, Psalm 32. till he dealt directly with God, My bones were consumed, and my moisture was turned into the drought of summer.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1493
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He did it from men, and would have hid it from God.
He did it from men, and would have hid it from God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1493
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Therefore because there was much plotting in that sin, that is set down as the onely blemish in all his life.
Therefore Because there was much plotting in that since, that is Set down as the only blemish in all his life.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1493
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He was a man after Gods own heart, except in the matter of Uriah.
He was a man After God's own heart, except in the matter of Uriah.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1493
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Many other faults are recorded in the Booke of God of David: but because there might be some excuse, they were from infirmity,
Many other Faults Are recorded in the Book of God of David: but Because there might be Some excuse, they were from infirmity,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1493
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or out of passion, or oversight, &c. they are not so charged on him.
or out of passion, or oversight, etc. they Are not so charged on him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1493
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But this was with plotting, it was in cold blood, there was much will and advice in it;
But this was with plotting, it was in cold blood, there was much will and Advice in it;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1493
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therefore this is doted for a great sin.
Therefore this is doted for a great since.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1493
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And if it be in our dealing amongst men, we should consider who it is we deceive, who it is we go beyond in doubling, who it is that we circumvent, and who it is that doth it.
And if it be in our dealing among men, we should Consider who it is we deceive, who it is we go beyond in doubling, who it is that we circumvent, and who it is that does it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1494
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Are we not all Christians? we are or should be all new creatures. And who do we do it to? to our fellowmembers, and to our brethren.
are we not all Christians? we Are or should be all new creatures. And who do we do it to? to our fellowmembers, and to our brothers.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1494
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Therefore in 1. Thess. 4. when the Apostle disswades the Thessalonians from this, from double dealing,
Therefore in 1. Thess 4. when the Apostle dissuades the Thessalonians from this, from double dealing,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1494
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and double carriage to men, saith he, You are members one of another. Let us consider who we are and whom we deal with.
and double carriage to men, Says he, You Are members one of Another. Let us Consider who we Are and whom we deal with.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now there be some persons, and some courses, that are likelier and more prone to this doubling then others,
Now there be Some Persons, and Some courses, that Are likelier and more prove to this doubling then Others,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1495
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for want of this grace of simplicity.
for want of this grace of simplicity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Wherethere is strength of parts, there is oft-times a turning of them against God, and against our brethren:
Wherethere is strength of parts, there is ofttimes a turning of them against God, and against our brothers:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1496
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where Grace hath not subdued strong Imaginations, strong thoughts, and brought all under it, there is a turning of those parts against God, and against our brethren.
where Grace hath not subdued strong Imaginations, strong thoughts, and brought all under it, there is a turning of those parts against God, and against our brothers.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1496
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And as it is in particular persons; So some callings are more prone to double-dealing, to this carriage that is not fair,
And as it is in particular Persons; So Some callings Are more prove to double-dealing, to this carriage that is not fair,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and commendable before God, nor comfortable to the conscience. As we see now adaies it reigns every where, in every street.
and commendable before God, nor comfortable to the conscience. As we see now adais it reigns every where, in every street.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1496
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We see amongst men of Trade, Merchants and the like, there is not that direct dealing, they know one thing, and pretend another.
We see among men of Trade, Merchant's and the like, there is not that Direct dealing, they know one thing, and pretend Another.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1497
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So likewise in the Lawes there are many imputations, (I would they were false) that men set false colours upon ill causes;
So likewise in the Laws there Are many imputations, (I would they were false) that men Set false colours upon ill Causes;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1498
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to gild a rotten post (as we say,) to call white black, and black white.
to gild a rotten post (as we say,) to call white black, and black white.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1498
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There is a woe in Esay pronounced against such as justifie hard causes, such as call evill good, and good evil:
There is a woe in Isaiah pronounced against such as justify hard Causes, such as call evil good, and good evil:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is a greater sin then it is usually taken for. So, go to any rank of men;
it is a greater since then it is usually taken for. So, go to any rank of men;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they have learned the Art of dissimulation in their course: they have learned to sell wind, to sell words, to sell nothing, to sell pretexts:
they have learned the Art of dissimulation in their course: they have learned to fell wind, to fell words, to fell nothing, to fell pretexts:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1499
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to overthrow a man by way of commendations, and flattery; such tricks there are, which are contrary to this simplicity.
to overthrow a man by Way of commendations, and flattery; such tricks there Are, which Are contrary to this simplicity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1499
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To cover hatred with fair words, to kill with kindnesse (as we say,) to overthrow a man with commendations:
To cover hatred with fair words, to kill with kindness (as we say,) to overthrow a man with commendations:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1499
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To commend a man before another, who is jealous of the vertues he commends him for.
To commend a man before Another, who is jealous of the Virtues he commends him for.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1499
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To commend a man for valour before a coward;
To commend a man for valour before a coward;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1499
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to commend a man, and thereby to take occasion to send him out of the way.
to commend a man, and thereby to take occasion to send him out of the Way.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1499
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for he is the first thing that is sincere, that is simple, and unmixed.
for he is the First thing that is sincere, that is simple, and unmixed.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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To commend a man, and then to come in with an exception, to marre all. To cover revenge and hatred with fair carriage, thereby to get opportunity to revenge;
To commend a man, and then to come in with an exception, to mar all. To cover revenge and hatred with fair carriage, thereby to get opportunity to revenge;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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such tricks there are abroad, which oft-times discover themselves at length. For God is just, he will discover all these hidden windings and turnings:
such tricks there Are abroad, which ofttimes discover themselves At length. For God is just, he will discover all these hidden windings and turnings:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for plotting makes it more odious; of all men doublers are most hateful.
for plotting makes it more odious; of all men doublers Are most hateful.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How shall we come to attain this Grace, to converse in the world in simplicity?
How shall we come to attain this Grace, to converse in the world in simplicity?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First of all, take it for a rule, (though many think it no great matter to be a dissembler) our nature is full of dissimulation since the fall:
First of all, take it for a Rule, (though many think it no great matter to be a dissembler) our nature is full of dissimulation since the fallen:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the heart of man is unsearchable, there is deep deceit in man. Take a Child, and see what dissimulation he learns;
the heart of man is unsearchable, there is deep deceit in man. Take a Child, and see what dissimulation he learns;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is one of the first things he learns, to dissemble, to double, to be false.
it is one of the First things he learns, to dissemble, to double, to be false.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We see the weakest creatures, what shifts, what windings and turnings they have to save themselves?
We see the Weakest creatures, what shifts, what windings and turnings they have to save themselves?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a vertue to be down-right: for therein a man must crosse himself. It is no thanks for a man to shuffle, and to shift in the world:
It is a virtue to be downright: for therein a man must cross himself. It is no thanks for a man to shuffle, and to shift in the world:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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nature teacheth this, to dissemble, to turn and wind, &c. A man need not to plough to have weeds:
nature Teaches this, to dissemble, to turn and wind, etc. A man need not to plough to have weeds:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the ground it self is a mother to them, though it be a stepmother to good seed.
the ground it self is a mother to them, though it be a stepmother to good seed.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So we need not teach men to dissemble, every man hath it by nature: but it must be strength of grace that makes a man down-right: Take that for a ground.
So we need not teach men to dissemble, every man hath it by nature: but it must be strength of grace that makes a man downright: Take that for a ground.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There are a company of sottish men, that take it for a great commendation to dissemble:
There Are a company of sottish men, that take it for a great commendation to dissemble:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1503
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and rather then they will be known not to dissemble in businesse, they will puzzle clear businesse:
and rather then they will be known not to dissemble in business, they will puzzle clear business:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1503
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when a thing is fair, and clear, they will have projects beyond the Moon, and so carry themselves in it as if they desired to be accounted couzeners, and dissemblers. Alas, poor souls;
when a thing is fair, and clear, they will have projects beyond the Moon, and so carry themselves in it as if they desired to be accounted cozeners, and dissemblers. Alas, poor Souls;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1503
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nature teacheth men to be naught in this kind well enough. Know therefore whosoever thou art that studiest this Art of dissembling, and doubling;
nature Teaches men to be nought in this kind well enough. Know Therefore whosoever thou art that studiest this Art of dissembling, and doubling;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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thy own nature is prone enough to this, and the divel is apt to lead thee into it.
thy own nature is prove enough to this, and the Devil is apt to led thee into it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1503
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This being laid for a ground, how may we carry our selves in the world in holy simplicity, that may yield comfort to our conciences in life, and in death?
This being laid for a ground, how may we carry our selves in the world in holy simplicity, that may yield Comfort to our Consciences in life, and in death?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1503
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First consider, that the time will come, that we shall deal with that that will not dissemble with us.
First Consider, that the time will come, that we shall deal with that that will not dissemble with us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1504
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or with terrour of conscience, he shall meet with death it self, and with the judgement of God, and hell torment;
or with terror of conscience, he shall meet with death it self, and with the judgement of God, and hell torment;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1504
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although now he carry himself smoothly, and dance in a net (as we say) and double with the world,
although now he carry himself smoothly, and dance in a net (as we say) and double with the world,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1504
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though he make a fair shew:
though he make a fair show:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1504
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yet ere long thou shalt meet with that that will deal simply with thee, that will deal plain enough with thee.
yet ere long thou shalt meet with that that will deal simply with thee, that will deal plain enough with thee.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1504
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Thou shalt be uncased, and laid open to the world ere long; let us consider this.
Thou shalt be uncased, and laid open to the world ere long; let us Consider this.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1504
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We see a Snake, or Serpent, it doubles, and winds, and turns when it is alive, till it be killed,
We see a Snake, or Serpent, it doubles, and winds, and turns when it is alive, till it be killed,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1505
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and then it is stretched forth at length. As one said, seeing a Snake dead, and stretched out:
and then it is stretched forth At length. As one said, seeing a Snake dead, and stretched out:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1505
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so (saith he) it behoved you to have lived.
so (Says he) it behooved you to have lived.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1505
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So the Divel that great Serpent, that ancient old Serpent, he gets into the Snake, into the wilely wit,
So the devil that great Serpent, that ancient old Serpent, he gets into the Snake, into the wilely wit,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1505
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and makes it winde and turn, and shift and shuffle in the world:
and makes it wind and turn, and shift and shuffle in the world:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1505
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but then some great crosse comes, or death comes, and then a man is stretched out at length to the view of the world,
but then Some great cross comes, or death comes, and then a man is stretched out At length to the view of the world,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1505
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and then he confesseth all, (and perhaps that confession is sincere when it is wrung out by terrour of conscience) then he confesseth that he hath deceived the world,
and then he Confesses all, (and perhaps that Confessi is sincere when it is wrung out by terror of conscience) then he Confesses that he hath deceived the world,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1505
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and deceived himself, and laboured to deceive God also. If we would have comfort in the hour of death, labour we to deal plainly, and directly;
and deceived himself, and laboured to deceive God also. If we would have Comfort in the hour of death, labour we to deal plainly, and directly;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1505
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and of all other sins (as I said before) remember, this is that which will lie the heaviest on us,
and of all other Sins (as I said before) Remember, this is that which will lie the Heaviest on us,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1506
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as comming nearest the sin against the holy Ghost.
as coming nearest the since against the holy Ghost.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1506
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For what is the sin against the holy Ghost? when men rush against their knowledge in malice to the truth known.
For what is the since against the holy Ghost? when men rush against their knowledge in malice to the truth known.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1506
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Where there is most knowledge, and most will, there is the greatest sin.
Where there is most knowledge, and most will, there is the greatest since.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1506
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Now in lying and dissembling, and double-dealing, a man comes near to the sin against the holy Ghost:
Now in lying and dissembling, and double-dealing, a man comes near to the since against the holy Ghost:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1506
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for he knows that he doth ill, he plots the ill that he knows; and when there is plotting, there is time to deliberate;
for he knows that he does ill, he plots the ill that he knows; and when there is plotting, there is time to deliberate;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1506
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a man is not carried away by passion.
a man is not carried away by passion.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1506
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Consider, the time will come when you will be uncased, when you will be laid open and naked:
Consider, the time will come when you will be uncased, when you will be laid open and naked:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1507
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and then at that time, of all sins, this will lie heavy on thee, thy dissembling in the world.
and then At that time, of all Sins, this will lie heavy on thee, thy dissembling in the world.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1507
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God is the pattern of it, it makes us like to God, and he is the aim of it.
God is the pattern of it, it makes us like to God, and he is the aim of it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1520
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Therefore every one in his calling, take heed of the sins of his calling, among the rest of this one, of double-dealing.
Therefore every one in his calling, take heed of the Sins of his calling, among the rest of this one, of double-dealing.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1507
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And therefore that we may avoid it the better, labour for faith, to live by faith:
And Therefore that we may avoid it the better, labour for faith, to live by faith:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1508
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What is the reason that men live by shifts, and by doubling in the world? They have not faith to depend upon God, in good, and plain down-right courses.
What is the reason that men live by shifts, and by doubling in the world? They have not faith to depend upon God, in good, and plain downright courses.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1508
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Men are ready to say, If I should not dissemble, and double, and carry things after that manner, hwo should I live? why, where is thy faith? The righteous man lives by his faith,
Men Are ready to say, If I should not dissemble, and double, and carry things After that manner, hwo should I live? why, where is thy faith? The righteous man lives by his faith,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1508
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and not by his shifts, not by his wits. God will provide for us:
and not by his shifts, not by his wits. God will provide for us:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1508
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are we not in Covenant with God? Do we not professe to be Gods Children? Do children use to shift? No, a child goes about to do his fathers will and pleasure,
Are we not in Covenant with God? Do we not profess to be God's Children? Do children use to shift? No, a child Goes about to do his Father's will and pleasure,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1508
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and he knowes that he will maintain him.
and he knows that he will maintain him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is against the nature of the Child of God (as farre as he knowes himself to be a Child of God) to use any indirect course, any windings, and turnings in his calling:
It is against the nature of the Child of God (as Far as he knows himself to be a Child of God) to use any indirect course, any windings, and turnings in his calling:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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let us depend upon God as a Child depends on his father;
let us depend upon God as a Child depends on his father;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1508
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and of all others God will provide most for them that in simple honesty, in plain downe-right dealing depend on him in doing good.
and of all Others God will provide most for them that in simple honesty, in plain downright dealing depend on him in doing good.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1508
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For God accounts it a prerogative, to defend and maintain them that cast themselves on him;
For God accounts it a prerogative, to defend and maintain them that cast themselves on him;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1509
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he will be their wisdom that can deny their own wisdom, and their own shifts by nature,
he will be their Wisdom that can deny their own Wisdom, and their own shifts by nature,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1509
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and in conscience labour to deale directly; he will be wise for them and provide for them.
and in conscience labour to deal directly; he will be wise for them and provide for them.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is his prerogative to do so, and not to suffer his Children to be deserted.
It is his prerogative to do so, and not to suffer his Children to be deserted.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A little faith therefore would help all this, and would make us walke in simplicity.
A little faith Therefore would help all this, and would make us walk in simplicity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1509
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If we could make God our alsufficiencie once, then we should walk uprightly before God and men.
If we could make God our All-sufficiency once, then we should walk uprightly before God and men.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For what makes men to double? This certainly makes men to double: they think they shall be undone, if they be direct:
For what makes men to double? This Certainly makes men to double: they think they shall be undone, if they be Direct:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for if they deale directly, they shall lose their liberty, or their lives, or their opportunity of gaining, &c. Well, come what will, deale thou directly,
for if they deal directly, they shall loose their liberty, or their lives, or their opportunity of gaining, etc. Well, come what will, deal thou directly,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and know this for a rule, thou shalt have more good in Gods favour (if thou be a Christian) then thou canst lose in the World,
and know this for a Rule, thou shalt have more good in God's favour (if thou be a Christian) then thou Canst loose in the World,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1511
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A man that is sincere aimes at God in all his courses; wherein he aimes not at God he is not sincere.
A man that is sincere aims At God in all his courses; wherein he aims not At God he is not sincere.
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if upon grounds of conscience thou deal directly in what estate so ever thou art. If thou be a Judge, if thou be a Witnesse, deale directly, speake the truth.
if upon grounds of conscience thou deal directly in what estate so ever thou art. If thou be a Judge, if thou be a Witness, deal directly, speak the truth.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If thou be a divine, speak directly in Gods cause, deale out the Word of God as in Gods presence, come what will, whatsoever thou losest in thy wealth,
If thou be a divine, speak directly in God's cause, deal out the Word of God as in God's presence, come what will, whatsoever thou losest in thy wealth,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or liberty, &c. thou shalt gain in God.
or liberty, etc. thou shalt gain in God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Is not all good in him? what is all the good we have, is it not from him? And the nearer you come to him, the more your happinesse is increased:
Is not all good in him? what is all the good we have, is it not from him? And the nearer you come to him, the more your happiness is increased:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the more you are striped of earthly things, the more you have in God.
the more you Are striped of earthly things, the more you have in God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Hath not he mens hearts in his hands? when you think you shall endanger your selves thus and thusby plain direct dealing without doubling,
Hath not he men's hearts in his hands? when you think you shall endanger your selves thus and thusby plain Direct dealing without doubling,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if you be called to the profession of the truth, &c. Hath not he the hearts of men in his hands to make them favour you when he pleaseth? In Pro. 10. He that walketh uprightly, walketh boldly.
if you be called to the profession of the truth, etc. Hath not he the hearts of men in his hands to make them favour you when he Pleases? In Pro 10. He that walks uprightly, walks boldly.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He that walketh uprightly, not doubling in his courses, he walketh safely, God will procure his safety.
He that walks uprightly, not doubling in his courses, he walks safely, God will procure his safety.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God that hath the hearts of men in his hand as the rivers of water, he can turn them to favour such a man.
God that hath the hearts of men in his hand as the Rivers of water, he can turn them to favour such a man.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A mans nature is inclined to favour downe-right dealing men, and to hate the contrary.
A men nature is inclined to favour downright dealing men, and to hate the contrary.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You see the three young men, when they were threatened with fire, come what will, O King, we will not worship the Image of Gold which thou hast set up. They would be burned first.
You see the three young men, when they were threatened with fire, come what will, Oh King, we will not worship the Image of Gold which thou hast Set up. They would be burned First.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What lost they by it?
What lost they by it?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Howsoever, if we should lose, as it is not to be granted that we canlose any thing by direct dealing;
Howsoever, if we should loose, as it is not to be granted that we canlose any thing by Direct dealing;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For the earth is the Lords & the fulnesse thereof, and the hearts of men are his. But suppose they doe;For the earth is the lords & the fullness thereof, and the hearts of men Are his. But suppose they do;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet they gain in better things, in comfort of conscience, and expectation and hope of better things.
yet they gain in better things, in Comfort of conscience, and expectation and hope of better things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Faith is the ground of courage, and the ground of all other Graces that carrie a mans courage in a course of simplicitie in this World.
Faith is the ground of courage, and the ground of all other Graces that carry a men courage in a course of simplicity in this World.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore if we would walk simply, and have our conversation in the world in this grace, let us labour especially for faith to depend upon Gods promises, to approve our selves to him, to make him our last and chief end,
Therefore if we would walk simply, and have our Conversation in the world in this grace, let us labour especially for faith to depend upon God's promises, to approve our selves to him, to make him our last and chief end,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and our communion with him, and to direct all our courses to that end.
and our communion with him, and to Direct all our courses to that end.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This is indeed to set him up a Throne in our hearts, and to make him a god,
This is indeed to Set him up a Throne in our hearts, and to make him a god,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when rather then we will displease him, or his Vicegerent, his Vicar in us which is conscience, that he hath placed in us as a monitor,
when rather then we will displease him, or his Vicegerent, his Vicar in us which is conscience, that he hath placed in us as a monitor,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and as a witnesse, we will venture the losse of the creature, of any thing in the world, rather then we will displease that Vicar which he hath set in our hearts.
and as a witness, we will venture the loss of the creature, of any thing in the world, rather then we will displease that Vicar which he hath Set in our hearts.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This I say is to make him a god; and he will take the care and protection of such a man.
This I say is to make him a god; and he will take the care and protection of such a man.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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S. Paul here in all the imputations, in all crosses in the world, he retires home to himself to his own house, to conscience,
S. Paul Here in all the imputations, in all Crosses in the world, he retires home to himself to his own house, to conscience,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that did bear him out, that in simplicity he had had his conversation in the world.
and that did bear him out, that in simplicity he had had his Conversation in the world.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The next particular is, In Sincerity.
The next particular is, In Sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Apostle addes to simplicity, this Godly sincerity; and he may well joyn these two together:
The Apostle adds to simplicity, this Godly sincerity; and he may well join these two together:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for plainnesse and truth go together: a plain heart is usually a true heart. Doublenesse, and hypocrisie which are contrary they alwaies go together:
for plainness and truth go together: a plain heart is usually a true heart. Doubleness, and hypocrisy which Are contrary they always go together:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he that is not plain to men, will not be sincere to God. Simplicity respects our whole course with men:
he that is not plain to men, will not be sincere to God. Simplicity respects our Whole course with men:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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sincerity hath an eye to God; though perhaps, in matters and actions towards men. Sincerity is alway with a respect to God;
sincerity hath an eye to God; though perhaps, in matters and actions towards men. Sincerity is always with a respect to God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so it is opposed to hypocrisie, a vice in Religion opposite to God.
and so it is opposed to hypocrisy, a vice in Religion opposite to God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now this Sincerity that the Apostle speaks of, it is A blessed frame of the soul wrought by the Spirit of God, whereby the soul is set straight,
Now this Sincerity that the Apostle speaks of, it is A blessed frame of the soul wrought by the Spirit of God, whereby the soul is Set straight,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and right in a purpose to please God in all things, (and in endeavours answerable to that purpose) and to offend him in nothing.
and right in a purpose to please God in all things, (and in endeavours answerable to that purpose) and to offend him in nothing.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I make a plain description, because I intend practice: there may be some nicer descriptions.
I make a plain description, Because I intend practice: there may be Some Nicer descriptions.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But I say, It is a blessed frame of the soul, wrought by the sincere Spirit of God, whereby the soul is set straight,
But I say, It is a blessed frame of the soul, wrought by the sincere Spirit of God, whereby the soul is Set straight,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and right, to purpose, and to endeavour all that is pleasing in Gods sight;
and right, to purpose, and to endeavour all that is pleasing in God's sighed;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that with an intention to please God, with an eye to God, or else it is not sincerity.
and that with an intention to please God, with an eye to God, or Else it is not sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is such a disposition and frame of soul, that doth all good, that hates all ill, with a purpose to please God in all, with an eye to God.
It is such a disposition and frame of soul, that does all good, that hates all ill, with a purpose to please God in all, with an eye to God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore it is called sincerity of God, or godly sincerity, and it is called so fitly:
And Therefore it is called sincerity of God, or godly sincerity, and it is called so fitly:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because God is not onely the authour of it, but God is the aim of it, and the pattern of it:
Because God is not only the author of it, but God is the aim of it, and the pattern of it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It comes from God, and it looks to God. For naturally we are all hypocrites, we look to shewes, therefore sincerity is from God.
It comes from God, and it looks to God. For naturally we Are all Hypocrites, we look to shows, Therefore sincerity is from God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And it is the sincerity of God especially, because where this sincerity is, it makes us aime at God in all things;
And it is the sincerity of God especially, Because where this sincerity is, it makes us aim At God in all things;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it makes us have respect to him in all things, as the creature should have respect to the Creator, the servant to the Master, the sonne to the Father, the Subject to the Prince.
it makes us have respect to him in all things, as the creature should have respect to the Creator, the servant to the Master, the son to the Father, the Subject to the Prince.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The relations we stand in to God should make us aime at him in all things.
The relations we stand in to God should make us aim At him in all things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Observation from hence is this, A Christian that hopes for joy, must have his conscience witnesse to him, that his conversation is in the sincerity of God.
The Observation from hence is this, A Christian that hope's for joy, must have his conscience witness to him, that his Conversation is in the sincerity of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As the Apostle saith here, This is the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity, and godly sincerity we have had our conversation, &c.
As the Apostle Says Here, This is the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity, and godly sincerity we have had our Conversation, etc.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now to go on with this sincerity, and lay it open a little.
Now to go on with this sincerity, and lay it open a little.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Sincerity it is not so much a distinct thing, as that which goes with every good thing.
Sincerity it is not so much a distinct thing, as that which Goes with every good thing.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Truth, and sincerity, it is not so much a distinct vertue, and grace, as a truth joyned to all graces.
Truth, and sincerity, it is not so much a distinct virtue, and grace, as a truth joined to all graces.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As, sincere hope, sincere faith, sincere love, sincere repentance, sincere confession. It is a grace annexed to every grace:
As, sincere hope, sincere faith, sincere love, sincere Repentance, sincere Confessi. It is a grace annexed to every grace:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is the life, and soul of every grace; and all is nothing without it.
it is the life, and soul of every grace; and all is nothing without it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore it behoves us to consider of it, (I say) not so much a distinct thing from other graces;
Therefore it behoves us to Consider of it, (I say) not so much a distinct thing from other graces;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as that which makes other graces to be graces, without which they are nothing at all:
as that which makes other graces to be graces, without which they Are nothing At all:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so much sincerity, so much reality.
so much sincerity, so much reality.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So much as we have not in sincerity, we have nothing to God, it is but an empty shew, and will be so accounted.
So much as we have not in sincerity, we have nothing to God, it is but an empty show, and will be so accounted.
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In Philosophy you know, that which is true onely hath a being and consistence: all truth hath a being, all falshood is nothing, it is a counterfeit thing;
In Philosophy you know, that which is true only hath a being and consistence: all truth hath a being, all falsehood is nothing, it is a counterfeit thing;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is nothing to that it is pretended to be. An Image is something, but S. Paul calls it nothing:
it is nothing to that it is pretended to be. an Image is something, but S. Paul calls it nothing:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because it is not that which it should be, and which the Idolater would have it to be;
Because it is not that which it should be, and which the Idolater would have it to be;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he would have it to be a God, but it is nothing lesse. All is nothing without sincerity:
he would have it to be a God, but it is nothing less. All is nothing without sincerity:
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Therefore let us consider of it.
Therefore let us Consider of it.
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And that we may the better consider of it, let us look upon it in every action. All actions are either Good. Ill. Indifferent.
And that we may the better Consider of it, let us look upon it in every actium. All actions Are either Good. Ill. Indifferent.
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How is Sincerity discovered in good actions? Sincerity is tryed in good actions many waies.
How is Sincerity discovered in good actions? Sincerity is tried in good actions many ways.
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First of all, a man that is sincere in the doing that which is good: he will have a mind prepared to know all that is good;
First of all, a man that is sincere in the doing that which is good: he will have a mind prepared to know all that is good;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to know the good he stands disposed to: to know good, and to learn by all good means:
to know the good he Stands disposed to: to know good, and to Learn by all good means:
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therefore he hath a heart prepared with diligence to be informed in the use of means.
Therefore he hath a heart prepared with diligence to be informed in the use of means.
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So far as a man is carelesse, and negligent in coming to the means of knowledge,
So Far as a man is careless, and negligent in coming to the means of knowledge,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to be put in mind of good duties, so far a man is an hypocrite, and insincere.
and to be put in mind of good duties, so Far a man is an hypocrite, and insincere.
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Again, in regard of good duties, a true sincere Christian hath an universal respect to all that is good.
Again, in regard of good duties, a true sincere Christian hath an universal respect to all that is good.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He desires to know all, and when any thing is manifested to him he intends to practise all.
He Desires to know all, and when any thing is manifested to him he intends to practise all.
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We are here in the presence of God (saith Cornelius) to practise all things that shall be taught us by God, Act. 10. I will have respect to all thy Commandements, Psal. 119. 6. one and another.We Are Here in the presence of God (Says Cornelius) to practise all things that shall be taught us by God, Act. 10. I will have respect to all thy commandments, Psalm 119. 6. one and Another.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The ground of it is this, Sincerity looks at God: now God he commands one thing as well as another:
The ground of it is this, Sincerity looks At God: now God he commands one thing as well as Another:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore if a man do any thing that is good, in conscience to God, he must do one as well as another.
and Therefore if a man do any thing that is good, in conscience to God, he must do one as well as Another.
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As S. James saith excellently to this purpose, He that offends in one is guilty of all.
As S. James Says excellently to this purpose, He that offends in one is guilty of all.
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Because abstaining from one sin, and doing one good for conscience, he will do all for conscience, if he be sincere.
Because abstaining from one since, and doing one good for conscience, he will do all for conscience, if he be sincere.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore it is true in Divinity, a man that repents of one sin, he repents of all;
Therefore it is true in Divinity, a man that repents of one since, he repents of all;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if he repent of any sin as it is a sin: because all sins are of one nature.
if he Repent of any since as it is a since: Because all Sins Are of one nature.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We must not single out what pleaseth us, and leave what doth not please us:
We must not single out what Pleases us, and leave what does not please us:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this is to make our selves Gods. The servant must not choose his work, but take that work that his Master commands him:
this is to make our selves God's The servant must not choose his work, but take that work that his Master commands him:
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therefore sincerity is tried in universal obedience. Partial obedience is insincere obedience;
Therefore sincerity is tried in universal Obedience. Partial Obedience is insincere Obedience;
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when a man saith, This sin I must keep still, Herein God be merciful to me.
when a man Says, This since I must keep still, Herein God be merciful to me.
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This stands with my profit, I must not leave this:
This Stands with my profit, I must not leave this:
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this sin I am affected to, as we see in Saul. This is insincerity, it is as good as nothing to God-ward.
this since I am affected to, as we see in Saul. This is insincerity, it is as good as nothing to Godward.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It may keep a man from shame in the world, &c. but to God it is nothing.
It may keep a man from shame in the world, etc. but to God it is nothing.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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More particularly, he that is sincere, he will have regard of the main duties, and he will have regard likewise of the lesser duties,
More particularly, he that is sincere, he will have regard of the main duties, and he will have regard likewise of the lesser duties,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and especially of the lesser, such as are not liable to the censure of men, or to the censure and punishment of the Law:
and especially of the lesser, such as Are not liable to the censure of men, or to the censure and punishment of the Law:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for there a mans sincerity is most tryed. In great duties, there are great rewards, great encouragements;
for there a men sincerity is most tried. In great duties, there Are great rewards, great encouragements;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but for lesser duties, there are lesser incouragements; but if a man do them, he must do them for conscience sake.
but for lesser duties, there Are lesser encouragements; but if a man do them, he must do them for conscience sake.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore this is sincerity, to practise good duties though they be lesser duties, and though they be lesse esteemed in the world, and lesse countenanced;
Therefore this is sincerity, to practise good duties though they be lesser duties, and though they be less esteemed in the world, and less countenanced;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to practise them though they be discountenanced, by the Devil, and by great ones, yet to practise them, because they be good.
to practise them though they be discountenanced, by the devil, and by great ones, yet to practise them, Because they be good.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And to love good things that the World cares not for, because they be good.
And to love good things that the World Cares not for, Because they be good.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The practice of private prayer morning and evening, it is a thing we are not expresly bound to, but as conscience binds us;
The practice of private prayer morning and evening, it is a thing we Are not expressly bound to, but as conscience binds us;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore if a man be sincere he will make conscience of that, as well as any other duty,
Therefore if a man be sincere he will make conscience of that, as well as any other duty,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because God bids us pray alway. So, to fear an oath for conscience sake, not to swear common or lighter oathes (for I count him not worthy the name of a Christian, that is an ordinary swearer;
Because God bids us pray always. So, to Fear an oath for conscience sake, not to swear Common or lighter Oaths (for I count him not worthy the name of a Christian, that is an ordinary swearer;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but) lighter oathes a Christian makes conscience of; because he looks to God. Now God looks to little sins as well as to great:
but) lighter Oaths a Christian makes conscience of; Because he looks to God. Now God looks to little Sins as well as to great:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and there is no sin little indeed that toucheth the Majestie of God. The practice of all duties (therefore) is a notable evidence of sincerity:
and there is no since little indeed that touches the Majesty of God. The practice of all duties (Therefore) is a notable evidence of sincerity:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Herod did many things, but he had a Herodias, that spoyled all.Herod did many things, but he had a Herodias, that spoiled all.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And so if thou obey in many things, and not in all, thou hast a Herodias, a main sin;
And so if thou obey in many things, and not in all, thou hast a Herodias, a main since;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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alas, all is to no purpose, thou art an hypocrite.
alas, all is to no purpose, thou art an hypocrite.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, for good things, one that is sincere in respect to God, he is uniform in his obedience, that is, he doth all that is good, 2nd he doth it in one place as well as another,
Again, for good things, one that is sincere in respect to God, he is uniform in his Obedience, that is, he does all that is good, 2nd he does it in one place as well as Another,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and at one time as well as another, he doth it not by starts. Therefore there is constancy required in sincerity:
and At one time as well as Another, he does it not by starts. Therefore there is constancy required in sincerity:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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where sincerity is, there is constancy to do it in all times, in all places. Or else it is but a humour;
where sincerity is, there is constancy to do it in all times, in all places. Or Else it is but a humour;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet he knowes that God seeth as he seeth, he seeth some defects, God seeth more, and that humbleth him.
yet he knows that God sees as he sees, he sees Some defects, God sees more, and that Humbleth him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is not sincerity when a man doth it but in good moods (as we say.) Therefore a man that is sincere, he makes conscience of private duties as well as of publick;
it is not sincerity when a man does it but in good moods (as we say.) Therefore a man that is sincere, he makes conscience of private duties as well as of public;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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of personal duties between God and his own soul, as well as of the duties that the world takes notice of:
of personal duties between God and his own soul, as well as of the duties that the world Takes notice of:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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in one place as well as another. He is holy not onely in the Church, but in his closet;
in one place as well as Another. He is holy not only in the Church, but in his closet;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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not onely in his calling as he is a Christian, but when he is about his particular businesse.
not only in his calling as he is a Christian, but when he is about his particular business.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He considers he is in the presence of God in every place, at all times. Saint Paul every where laboured to have a good conversation:
He considers he is in the presence of God in every place, At all times. Saint Paul every where laboured to have a good Conversation:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when he was at the Bar, he remembred where he was, and he laboured to convert others:
when he was At the Bar, he remembered where he was, and he laboured to convert Others:
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in the prison he converted Onesimus: when he had his liberty he spread the Gospel every where.
in the prison he converted Onesimus: when he had his liberty he spread the Gospel every where.
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So in all places he was uniform like himself, which shewed that he had a good conscience.
So in all places he was uniform like himself, which showed that he had a good conscience.
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And therefore he doth not say, I doe now and then a good action, but my course of life, My conversation is in sincerity.
And Therefore he does not say, I do now and then a good actium, but my course of life, My Conversation is in sincerity.
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So there must be sincerity in our walking, our whole conversation. Thus we see in good actions how to try our sincerity.
So there must be sincerity in our walking, our Whole Conversation. Thus we see in good actions how to try our sincerity.
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A sincere man in the very performance of good duties, he is humble:
A sincere man in the very performance of good duties, he is humble:
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because he doth all things in the eye of God, he doth it in sincerity with humility; Because he does all things in the eye of God, he does it in sincerity with humility;
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he doth all good with reverence, because he doth it to God. Humility, and reverence it is a qualification of sincerity:
he does all good with Reverence, Because he does it to God. Humility, and Reverence it is a qualification of sincerity:
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because whatsoever we do, we do it in the eye of God: therefore we are reverent in our very secret devotions in our closets. We carry our selves reverently;
Because whatsoever we do, we do it in the eye of God: Therefore we Are reverend in our very secret devotions in our closets. We carry our selves reverently;
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because when no eye seeth us, the eye of heaven seeth us, in one place as well as another.
Because when no eye sees us, the eye of heaven sees us, in one place as well as Another.
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A sincere Christian, is a reverent, and humble Christian, and this reverence accompanies all his good actions.
A sincere Christian, is a reverend, and humble Christian, and this Reverence Accompanies all his good actions.
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And when he hath done all, a sincere Christian that doth them to God, he is humble, and then he is thankfull;
And when he hath done all, a sincere Christian that does them to God, he is humble, and then he is thankful;
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for he knowes that he hath not done it by his owne strength, but by God,
for he knows that he hath not done it by his own strength, but by God,
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and therefore God hath the glory. He is humble, because they are mixed with some infirmities of his.
and Therefore God hath the glory. He is humble, Because they Are mixed with Some infirmities of his.
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A sincere Christian is alway humble, having an eye to God: though to the eye of the world he hath done excellent well:
A sincere Christian is always humble, having an eye to God: though to the eye of the world he hath done excellent well:
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As we see David, 1. Chron. 29. 14. saith he, Who am I? or who is this people, that we should be able to offer willingly after this sort? All things come of thee, of thiue owne I have given thee.
As we see David, 1. Chronicles 29. 14. Says he, Who am I? or who is this people, that we should be able to offer willingly After this sort? All things come of thee, of thiue own I have given thee.
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So he humbled himself in thankfulnesse to God.
So he humbled himself in thankfulness to God.
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For ill actions, a true sincere Christian before-hand he intends none, he regards none in his heart, Psal. 66. If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear my prayers.
For ill actions, a true sincere Christian beforehand he intends none, he regards none in his heart, Psalm 66. If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear my Prayers.
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His disposition is to regard none, he is in league with none:
His disposition is to regard none, he is in league with none:
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if he were, his heart were false, his conscience would tell him he were an hypocrite.
if he were, his heart were false, his conscience would tell him he were an hypocrite.
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He is subject to infirmities, but he doth not respect them, he doth not regard them;
He is Subject to infirmities, but he does not respect them, he does not regard them;
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he intends not in his heart to live in them.
he intends not in his heart to live in them.
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Again, if he fall into any sin, he is sincerely grieved for them, (his heart is tender) and he sincerely confesseth them, without guile, Psal. 32. Blessed is the man in whose spirit there is no guile, who when he sees he hath sinned, he doth not guilefully cloak, and extenuate his sin.
Again, if he fallen into any since, he is sincerely grieved for them, (his heart is tender) and he sincerely Confesses them, without guile, Psalm 32. Blessed is the man in whose Spirit there is no guile, who when he sees he hath sinned, he does not guilefully cloak, and extenuate his since.
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As we see Saul he had many evasions, and excuses for himself.
As we see Saul he had many evasions, and excuses for himself.
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A true Christian will lay open his sin with all the aggravations that his conscience tells him of.
A true Christian will lay open his since with all the aggravations that his conscience tells him of.
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As David saith, what a foole? and what a beast was I? what an unthankful creature was I to sin against so many benefits,As David Says, what a fool? and what a beast was I? what an unthankful creature was I to sin against so many benefits,
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and favours? he will be ashamed, and confounded in himself. And of all sins, a sincere Christian is most carefull to avoid his personal sins:
and favours? he will be ashamed, and confounded in himself. And of all Sins, a sincere Christian is most careful to avoid his personal Sins:
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you may know sinceritie by that.
you may know sincerity by that.
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He that takes not heed to that which he is most inclined unto, he shall be tripped in it.
He that Takes not heed to that which he is most inclined unto, he shall be tripped in it.
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An hypocrite and false-hearted man, he doth good, but it is with a purpose to be favoured in some sin wherein he strengtheneth himself;
an hypocrite and False-hearted man, he does good, but it is with a purpose to be favoured in Some since wherein he strengtheneth himself;
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he will doe something, that God may be favourable to him in other things.
he will do something, that God may be favourable to him in other things.
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But a true sincere Christian, though he be inclined by temper of body, or by his calling,
But a true sincere Christian, though he be inclined by temper of body, or by his calling,
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or by the former custome of his unregenerate life, to some sin more then another,
or by the former custom of his unregenerate life, to Some since more then Another,
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and he hath not shaken some sin wholly off, he hath not purged himself wholly of the dregs of it,
and he hath not shaken Some since wholly off, he hath not purged himself wholly of the dregs of it,
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but he findes still a propensenesse in his nature to it: yet as far as he is sincere, he gets strength, especially against that.
but he finds still a propenseness in his nature to it: yet as Far as he is sincere, he gets strength, especially against that.
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A false-hearted man favours himself, especially in those sins: and will swell if he be found out in them;
A False-hearted man favours himself, especially in those Sins: and will swell if he be found out in them;
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he will not bear a reproofe. But a Christian that is sincere, that intends amendment, that intends to be better;
he will not bear a reproof. But a Christian that is sincere, that intends amendment, that intends to be better;
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he would reform his heart if it be amisse, and is willing to be discovered in his most particular,
he would reform his heart if it be amiss, and is willing to be discovered in his most particular,
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and personall sins that he is prone to.
and personal Sins that he is prove to.
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We may trie our selves by this, not onely by hating sin in generall and at large,
We may try our selves by this, not only by hating since in general and At large,
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but how we stand affected, especially to those particular sins we are most prone to:
but how we stand affected, especially to those particular Sins we Are most prove to:
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sincerity as it hates all wicked waies, so it hates those sins that are most sweet, that we are most prone to,
sincerity as it hates all wicked ways, so it hates those Sins that Are most sweet, that we Are most prove to,
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as well as any other, nay, more then any other: because those especially indanger the soul.
as well as any other, nay, more then any other: Because those especially endanger the soul.
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A Child of God will abstain from all evill;
A Child of God will abstain from all evil;
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he will be carefull, not onely that others abstain from sin, but he will abstain from sin himself most of all.
he will be careful, not only that Others abstain from since, but he will abstain from since himself most of all.
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Noysome things we hate them alwaies, but we hate them most when they are nearest us.
Noisome things we hate them always, but we hate them most when they Are nearest us.
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As a Toade, we hate it a farre off, much more when it is neare: so a sincere Christian hates sin most in his own breast.
As a Toad, we hate it a Far off, much more when it is near: so a sincere Christian hates since most in his own breast.
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Now because sincerity hath an eye to God, I must hate all sin as well as any,
Now Because sincerity hath an eye to God, I must hate all since as well as any,
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or else I am not sincere.
or Else I am not sincere.
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A man that hath the point of his soule to God-ward, he will hate all manner of ill, little ills as well as great: A man that hath the point of his soul to Godward, he will hate all manner of ill, little ills as well as great:
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because all sin agrees in this, all sin is against God, it is contrary to the mind of God,
Because all since agrees in this, all since is against God, it is contrary to the mind of God,
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and all sin is pernicious to the soule, all sin is against the pure Word of God,
and all since is pernicious to the soul, all since is against the pure Word of God,
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and considering it is so, therefore I must hate all sin, if I hate any: because God hates all, and all sin is contrary to the Image of God:
and considering it is so, Therefore I must hate all since, if I hate any: Because God hates all, and all since is contrary to the Image of God:
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and not onely contrary to the Image of God, but contrary to the revealed will of God, contrary to my soules comfort, contrary to communion with God,
and not only contrary to the Image of God, but contrary to the revealed will of God, contrary to my Souls Comfort, contrary to communion with God,
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and contrary to the peace of my conscience; those regards come in every sin, every sin hinders that.
and contrary to the peace of my conscience; those regards come in every since, every since hinders that.
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Again, where the soule and conscience is sincere, there will be a special care for the time to come of the sins we have been overtaken with all.
Again, where the soul and conscience is sincere, there will be a special care for the time to come of the Sins we have been overtaken with all.
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So we see how this sincerity may be tryed, in abstaining from evill, as well as in the good we do.
So we see how this sincerity may be tried, in abstaining from evil, as well as in the good we do.
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For actions that are of a more common nature, that in themselves are neither good nor ill,
For actions that Are of a more Common nature, that in themselves Are neither good nor ill,
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but as the doer is, and as the doer stands affected; a true Christian may be tryed by them thus.
but as the doer is, and as the doer Stands affected; a true Christian may be tried by them thus.
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For the actions of his calling, (though they be good in their kind, yet they be not religious) thus he stands affected if he be sincere, he doth them as Gods work.
For the actions of his calling, (though they be good in their kind, yet they be not religious) thus he Stands affected if he be sincere, he does them as God's work.
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Common actions are as the doer is affected. A sincere man considers what he doth as Gods work:
Common actions Are as the doer is affected. A sincere man considers what he does as God's work:
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he is eommanded to serve God in his calling as well as in the Church, and therefore he will not doe it negligently:
he is eommanded to serve God in his calling as well as in the Church, and Therefore he will not do it negligently:
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For cursed is he that doth the work of the Lord negligently. He will not do it falsely, he will not prophane his calling.For cursed is he that does the work of the Lord negligently. He will not do it falsely, he will not profane his calling.
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I will not prostitute my calling to serve my lust, or to serve my gain, doth not God see it? is not he the authour of my calling? is it not his work, saith conscience? Yes,
I will not prostitute my calling to serve my lust, or to serve my gain, does not God see it? is not he the author of my calling? is it not his work, Says conscience? Yes,
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and therefore he doth common actions with an eye to God, and so he makes them good, and religious actions.
and Therefore he does Common actions with an eye to God, and so he makes them good, and religious actions.
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For the Grace of God is a blessed Alcumist, where it toucheth it makes good, and religious;
For the Grace of God is a blessed Alchemist, where it touches it makes good, and religious;
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though the actions be not so in their own nature, it raiseth the actions, it elevates them higher then themselves.
though the actions be not so in their own nature, it Raiseth the actions, it elevates them higher then themselves.
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It makes the actions of our calling, that are ordinary actions to be holie, when they are done with an eye of sincerity to God.
It makes the actions of our calling, that Are ordinary actions to be holy, when they Are done with an eye of sincerity to God.
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As Saint Paul saith, the very servant serves God in serving his master.
As Saint Paul Says, the very servant serves God in serving his master.
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And so for actions that we account most indifferent, as recreations, and liberty to refresh our selves;
And so for actions that we account most indifferent, as recreations, and liberty to refresh our selves;
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a sincere man considers of them as a liberty bought to him by the blood of Christ,
a sincere man considers of them as a liberty bought to him by the blood of christ,
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and considers himself in the presence of God.
and considers himself in the presence of God.
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And therefore whatsoever he doth, whether he eate or drink, &c. he still useth his refreshings as in the presence of God,
And Therefore whatsoever he does, whither he eat or drink, etc. he still uses his refreshings as in the presence of God,
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and doth all as in the sight of God.
and does all as in the sighed of God.
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His conversation, that is, his whole course, whatsoever he doth is sincere with an eye to God.
His Conversation, that is, his Whole course, whatsoever he does is sincere with an eye to God.
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He knowes his corruption is such that it most watcheth him in his liberties;
He knows his corruption is such that it most watches him in his Liberties;
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for the more lawful a thing is, the more we are in danger to be intangled in it.
for the more lawful a thing is, the more we Are in danger to be entangled in it.
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In excesse, in open ills, there is not so much danger, as in things that seeme indifferent, lawfull recreations, &c. Recreations, and such things are lawfull:
In excess, in open ills, there is not so much danger, as in things that seem indifferent, lawful recreations, etc. Recreations, and such things Are lawful:
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but to spend whole nights unthriftily, basely, scandalously this way, it is not onely against Religion,
but to spend Whole nights unthriftily, basely, scandalously this Way, it is not only against Religion,
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but against civility, in a civill mans judgement, it is a scandall to the place and person.
but against civility, in a civil men judgement, it is a scandal to the place and person.
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Therefore he that hath any truth of grace in him, he will look to himself, and look to God in the most free actions of all.
Therefore he that hath any truth of grace in him, he will look to himself, and look to God in the most free actions of all.
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You see then how we may judge of our sincerity whatsoever we do.
You see then how we may judge of our sincerity whatsoever we do.
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A sincere Christian stands thus affected in some measure, in some degree, in the good he doth, in the ill he abstaines from, whatsoever it be, he thinks he hath to deale with God.
A sincere Christian Stands thus affected in Some measure, in Some degree, in the good he does, in the ill he abstains from, whatsoever it be, he thinks he hath to deal with God.
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Now to stir us up to this blessed state, to labour for this frame of soul, to be sincere, to have our conversation in sincerity;
Now to stir us up to this blessed state, to labour for this frame of soul, to be sincere, to have our Conversation in sincerity;
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what needs be added more then this, that without it all is nothing; all our glorious performances are meer abominations without sincerity.
what needs be added more then this, that without it all is nothing; all our glorious performances Are mere abominations without sincerity.
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God will say, you did it not to me, you did it for vain-glory, you did it for custome or out of education,
God will say, you did it not to me, you did it for vainglory, you did it for custom or out of education,
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for vain, and by-respects, and not to me, and do you look for a reward of me? you did it not for conscience:
for vain, and by-respects, and not to me, and do you look for a reward of me? you did it not for conscience:
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for conscience alway looks to God:
for conscience always looks to God:
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and what we do not in conscience, and obedience to God, in our generall, or particular calling, it stands not on our reckoning with God, it is as good as if it were not done, in regard of God,
and what we do not in conscience, and Obedience to God, in our general, or particular calling, it Stands not on our reckoning with God, it is as good as if it were not done, in regard of God,
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and of the life to come, You have your reward, saith Christ. It is no matter what your respects be here;
and of the life to come, You have your reward, Says christ. It is no matter what your respects be Here;
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if you carry your selves carefully in your place, to have the credit of men, to gain the favour of men, you have your reward.
if you carry your selves carefully in your place, to have the credit of men, to gain the favour of men, you have your reward.
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Will you looke for a reward from God, when what you did, you did it to the world?Will you look for a reward from God, when what you did, you did it to the world?
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What a pittifull thing is this, that a man should doe many things, many years together,
What a pitiful thing is this, that a man should do many things, many Years together,
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and yet do nothing that may further his day of account? because it was not done out of conscience of his duty, his conversation was not in sincerity to God.
and yet do nothing that may further his day of account? Because it was not done out of conscience of his duty, his Conversation was not in sincerity to God.
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Now if we have not truth we have nothing in Religion.
Now if we have not truth we have nothing in Religion.
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Saint Paul saith, as I said before, Of an Idol, It is nothing, why, it is a piece of wood,
Saint Paul Says, as I said before, Of an Idol, It is nothing, why, it is a piece of wood,
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or a piece of Gold, the materialls of it is something. But it is nothing to that which it should be.
or a piece of Gold, the materials of it is something. But it is nothing to that which it should be.
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If a man be not true in Religion, he is nothing in that: he is a true hypocrite, but a false Christian.
If a man be not true in Religion, he is nothing in that: he is a true hypocrite, but a false Christian.
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He is nothing in Christianity, he is something in hypocrisy, but that something is nothing. All the shewes in the World, and all the flourishes they are nothing.
He is nothing in Christianity, he is something in hypocrisy, but that something is nothing. All the shows in the World, and all the flourishes they Are nothing.
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What is the reason that excellent Clerks, men of excellent parts die comfortlesse many times? VVhy, God is not beholding to them for all that they did: they sought their own praise. What is the reason that excellent Clerks, men of excellent parts die comfortless many times? Why, God is not beholding to them for all that they did: they sought their own praise.
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As the Prophet Isay saith, When you fasted, did you fast to me? When you did good works, did you do them to me, may God say? there was no truth in it:
As the Prophet Saiah Says, When you fasted, did you fast to me? When you did good works, did you do them to me, may God say? there was no truth in it:
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so much simplicity, so much comfort:
so much simplicity, so much Comfort:
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sincerity is all that we can come to in this world, perfection we cannot attain to, Christ is perfection for us.
sincerity is all that we can come to in this world, perfection we cannot attain to, christ is perfection for us.
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Truth is all that we can reach to, and without that all is nothing: therefore we ought to regard it especially.
Truth is all that we can reach to, and without that all is nothing: Therefore we ought to regard it especially.
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Again, on the other side, this is a great encouragement to be sincere, to be true-hearted in all our courses and actions;
Again, on the other side, this is a great encouragement to be sincere, to be truehearted in all our courses and actions;
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because it gives acceptance to whatsoever we doe; and it is that by which God values us.
Because it gives acceptance to whatsoever we do; and it is that by which God value's us.
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God values us not by perfection, not by glorious shewes, but by what we have in truth.
God value's us not by perfection, not by glorious shows, but by what we have in truth.
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So much truth, so much worth. A little pearl is worth a great deale of rubbish.
So much truth, so much worth. A little pearl is worth a great deal of rubbish.
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A little sincerity because it is Gods owne creature, (it is the sincerity of God) it is wrought by him, it is his stuffe.
A little sincerity Because it is God's own creature, (it is the sincerity of God) it is wrought by him, it is his stuff.
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There is an almighty power to work truth in us: for by nature we are all false.
There is an almighty power to work truth in us: for by nature we Are all false.
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God gives to some men to carry themselves more civilly then others, but it is nothing worth except God change a man by grace:
God gives to Some men to carry themselves more civilly then Others, but it is nothing worth except God change a man by grace:
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because God accepts us according to sincerity.
Because God accepts us according to sincerity.
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God values us by truth, so much truth, so much esteem of the God of truth.
God value's us by truth, so much truth, so much esteem of the God of truth.
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And where this sincerity is, God beares with many infirmities.
And where this sincerity is, God bears with many infirmities.
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As in marriage, the husband that is discreet, that knowes what belongs to marriage, if the heart of the wife be true,
As in marriage, the husband that is discreet, that knows what belongs to marriage, if the heart of the wife be true,
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though she have many women like infirmities, he passeth by them, as long as the conjugall knot is kept unviolate.
though she have many women like infirmities, he passes by them, as long as the conjugal knot is kept unviolated.
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So a Christian if his heart be true that he looks to God in all things,
So a Christian if his heart be true that he looks to God in all things,
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though he have many infirmities, God passeth by them.
though he have many infirmities, God passes by them.
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As we see in Asa, how many faults had he committed? he trusted in the Physitians;
As we see in Asa, how many Faults had he committed? he trusted in the Physicians;
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and actions, and sees us in what manner we do all, and to what end;
and actions, and sees us in what manner we do all, and to what end;
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he used the Prophet hardly, and many other faults, and yet it is said that his heart was upright all his daies;
he used the Prophet hardly, and many other Faults, and yet it is said that his heart was upright all his days;
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because he had truth in him. It was in passion, that he did this or that otherwise.
Because he had truth in him. It was in passion, that he did this or that otherwise.
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So Hezechias, although he had many infirmities:
So Hezekiah, although he had many infirmities:
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yet he could say that he had walked uprightly before God, and God did well esteeme him for it.
yet he could say that he had walked uprightly before God, and God did well esteem him for it.
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And when he speakes of those that were to come to the Passeover, Be mercifull to those that prepare their hearts, those that have true hearts, though they have many weaknesses.
And when he speaks of those that were to come to the Passover, Be merciful to those that prepare their hearts, those that have true hearts, though they have many Weaknesses.
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Now if the heart be false;
Now if the heart be false;
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though a woman have many vertues, yet if she want the main, if she have a false heart to her husband, what is all the rest? So the soule that is married to God, that hath sweet communion with God,
though a woman have many Virtues, yet if she want the main, if she have a false heart to her husband, what is all the rest? So the soul that is married to God, that hath sweet communion with God,
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if the heart and soul be naught what are all the shewes in the world? they are nothing.
if the heart and soul be nought what Are all the shows in the world? they Are nothing.
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Let us take it to heart therefore, and labour to approve our hearts and souls to God, (in all that we doe) more then our lives,
Let us take it to heart Therefore, and labour to approve our hearts and Souls to God, (in all that we do) more then our lives,
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and outward conversations to the world.
and outward conversations to the world.
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Let them think what they will, so God approve of our hearts, and intentions, and purposes, we are not to passe what the world judgeth,
Let them think what they will, so God approve of our hearts, and intentions, and Purposes, we Are not to pass what the world Judgeth,
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as Saint Paul saith of himself.
as Saint Paul Says of himself.
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Again, this should incourage us to labour for sincerity, and truth, because wheresoever that is, there is a growing to perfection, To him that hath shall be given.
Again, this should encourage us to labour for sincerity, and truth, Because wheresoever that is, there is a growing to perfection, To him that hath shall be given.
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If we order our conversation aright (as the Psalmist saith) and labour to please God in all things, the more we doe, the more we shall have grace to do;If we order our Conversation aright (as the Psalmist Says) and labour to please God in all things, the more we do, the more we shall have grace to do;
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and the more we have, the more we shall have, to him that hath shall be given, that is, he that truly hath,
and the more we have, the more we shall have, to him that hath shall be given, that is, he that truly hath,
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and doth not seeme to have, but hath not indeed:
and does not seem to have, but hath not indeed:
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that seemeth to have goodnesse, and hath none indeed, that which he hath shall be taken from him.
that seems to have Goodness, and hath none indeed, that which he hath shall be taken from him.
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A true Christian is alway on the mending hand, it is a blessed prerogative: he is alway mending, and bettering by Gods blessing.
A true Christian is always on the mending hand, it is a blessed prerogative: he is always mending, and bettering by God's blessing.
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For where God gives in truth, if it be but a little, if it be but a grain of mustard-seed,
For where God gives in truth, if it be but a little, if it be but a grain of Mustard seed,
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if it be true, he will cherish it, till it come to be a tree: he will adde grace to grace, one degree of grace to another.
if it be true, he will cherish it, till it come to be a tree: he will add grace to grace, one degree of grace to Another.
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Where there is truth it is alway honoured with growth.
Where there is truth it is always honoured with growth.
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It is not onely a sign of truth, but where truth is, there will be an endeavour of growth: it is a prerogative;
It is not only a Signen of truth, but where truth is, there will be an endeavour of growth: it is a prerogative;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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where God bestowes truth, he will alwaies adde the grace of growth, though not at all times alike:
where God bestows truth, he will always add the grace of growth, though not At all times alike:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet if Christians sometimes do not grow, their not growing, and their failings shame them, and makes them grow more afterward, and recover their former backwardnesse.
yet if Christians sometime do not grow, their not growing, and their failings shame them, and makes them grow more afterwards, and recover their former backwardness.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A true Christian is alway on the mending hand.
A true Christian is always on the mending hand.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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An hypocrite growes worse and worse alway, till he be uncased altogether, and turned into hell.
an hypocrite grows Worse and Worse always, till he be uncased altogether, and turned into hell.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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These and such like considerations may stirre us up to labour to have a conversation in simplicity, and godly sincerity.
These and such like considerations may stir us up to labour to have a Conversation in simplicity, and godly sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now how shall we come to carry our selves in sincerity, that we may have comfort in all estates?
Now how shall we come to carry our selves in sincerity, that we may have Comfort in all estates?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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That we may carry our selves in sincerity: First, we must get a change of heart; our nature must be changed:
That we may carry our selves in sincerity: First, we must get a change of heart; our nature must be changed:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for by nature a man aimes at himself in all things, and not at God. A man makes himself his last end;
for by nature a man aims At himself in all things, and not At God. A man makes himself his last end;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he makes something in the world, either profits, or pleasures, &c. the term that he looks unto:
he makes something in the world, either profits, or pleasures, etc. the term that he looks unto:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore there must be a change of heart: a man must be a good man, or else he cannot be a sincere man.
Therefore there must be a change of heart: a man must be a good man, or Else he cannot be a sincere man.
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Such as we are, such our actions will be: therefore we cannot be sincere till we have our hearts changed.
Such as we Are, such our actions will be: Therefore we cannot be sincere till we have our hearts changed.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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No man can aim at Gods glory, but he that hath felt Gods love in himself,
No man can aim At God's glory, but he that hath felt God's love in himself,
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therefore (as a particular branch of that,) labour to get assurance of the love of God in Jesus Christ:
Therefore (as a particular branch of that,) labour to get assurance of the love of God in jesus christ:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for how can we endeavour to please him unlesse we love him? and how can we love him unlesse we be perswaded that he loves us in Christ? Therefore let us stablish our hearts more and more in the Evidences of his love to us,
for how can we endeavour to please him unless we love him? and how can we love him unless we be persuaded that he loves us in christ? Therefore let us establish our hearts more and more in the Evidences of his love to us,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then knowing that he loves us, we shall love him, and labour to please him in all things.
and then knowing that he loves us, we shall love him, and labour to please him in all things.
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These are grounds that must be laid before we can be sincere: to get assurance of Gods love to us in the pardon of our sins.
These Are grounds that must be laid before we can be sincere: to get assurance of God's love to us in the pardon of our Sins.
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Our conscience must be purged from dead works to serve the living God; Our conscience must be purged from dead works to serve the living God;
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as the Apostle saith, that is, we cannot serve God to our comfort till our consciences are sprinkled with the blood of Christ, which assures us of the pardon of our sins.
as the Apostle Says, that is, we cannot serve God to our Comfort till our Consciences Are sprinkled with the blood of christ, which assures us of the pardon of our Sins.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Ye that love the Lord, hate the thing that is evil, saith David: not only avoid it, but hate it;You that love the Lord, hate the thing that is evil, Says David: not only avoid it, but hate it;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore saith Zachary, We are redeemed, that we might serve him in righteousnesse and holinesse before him all the dayes of our life.
Therefore Says Zachary, We Are redeemed, that we might serve him in righteousness and holiness before him all the days of our life.
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So that unlesse a man be redeemed, he cannot serve him in righteousnesse, and holinesse (before him) all the daies of his life;
So that unless a man be redeemed, he cannot serve him in righteousness, and holiness (before him) all the days of his life;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is, he cannot serve God in sincerity.
that is, he cannot serve God in sincerity.
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For who will labour to please his enemy? Therefore the Papists maintain hypocrisie, when they say we ought not to be perswaded of the love of God;
For who will labour to please his enemy? Therefore the Papists maintain hypocrisy, when they say we ought not to be persuaded of the love of God;
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for then we ought to be hypocrites:
for then we ought to be Hypocrites:
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for how shall we seek him with the losse of favour, and of credit, and of life it self,
for how shall we seek him with the loss of favour, and of credit, and of life it self,
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if we know not that his favour will stand us in stead, if we lose these things for him?
if we know not that his favour will stand us in stead, if we loose these things for him?
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Again, that we may be sincere, let us labour to mortifie all our earthly affections to the world:
Again, that we may be sincere, let us labour to mortify all our earthly affections to the world:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for how can we be sincere when we seek for honours, and pleasures, and riches,
for how can we be sincere when we seek for honours, and pleasures, and riches,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and not for better things? Therefore we must know that there is more good to be had in truth, in a down-right Christian profession,
and not for better things? Therefore we must know that there is more good to be had in truth, in a downright Christian profession,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then in all worldly good whatsoever.
then in all worldly good whatsoever.
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And if we be hypocrites in our profession, there is more ill in that then in any thing in the world.
And if we be Hypocrites in our profession, there is more ill in that then in any thing in the world.
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This will make us sincere, when we can be perswaded that we shall get better things by being sincere in Religion then the world can give us, or take away from us.
This will make us sincere, when we can be persuaded that we shall get better things by being sincere in Religion then the world can give us, or take away from us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For why are men insincere, and false-hearted? Because they think not Religion to be the true good:
For why Are men insincere, and False-hearted? Because they think not Religion to be the true good:
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they think it is better to have riches then to have a good mind:
they think it is better to have riches then to have a good mind:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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these things therefore must be mortified, and a man must know that the life of a Christian is incomparably the best life,
these things Therefore must be mortified, and a man must know that the life of a Christian is incomparably the best life,
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though it be with losse of liberty, yea, with the losse of life it self.
though it be with loss of liberty, yea, with the loss of life it self.
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Simon Magus grew to false affections in Religion, because he thought to have profit by it.Simon Magus grew to false affections in Religion, Because he Thought to have profit by it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So the Pharisees, they had naughty hearts, and therefore they had no good by Religion.
So the Pharisees, they had naughty hearts, and Therefore they had no good by Religion.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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No man can profit by Religion, so long as his heart is naught, so long as there is some Idol in his heart.
No man can profit by Religion, so long as his heart is nought, so long as there is Some Idol in his heart.
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A good Christian had rather have a large heart to serve God, and rather grow in the Image of God, to be like him,
A good Christian had rather have a large heart to serve God, and rather grow in the Image of God, to be like him,
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then to grow in any thing in the world, and that makes him sincere out of a good judgment:
then to grow in any thing in the world, and that makes him sincere out of a good judgement:
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because Christian excellency is the best excellency incomparably. For he knowes well what all else will be ere long;
Because Christian excellency is the best excellency incomparably. For he knows well what all Else will be ere long;
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what will all do good? riches, honours, friends, what good will they do in the hour of death? There is nothing but grace,
what will all do good? riches, honours, Friends, what good will they do in the hour of death? There is nothing but grace,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the expression of it in the whole conversation that will comfort us, therefore he undervalues all things in the world to sincerity and a good conscience.
and the expression of it in the Whole Conversation that will Comfort us, Therefore he undervalues all things in the world to sincerity and a good conscience.
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Again, that we may have our conversation in sincerity, let us labour in every thing we do to approve our selves to the eye of God.
Again, that we may have our Conversation in sincerity, let us labour in every thing we do to approve our selves to the eye of God.
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We see the Scripture every where shewes, that this hath made Gods Children consciencious in all their courses:
We see the Scripture every where shows, that this hath made God's Children conscientious in all their courses:
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even when they might have sinned not only securely, but with advantage.
even when they might have sinned not only securely, but with advantage.
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What kept Joseph from committing folly with his Mistresse? Shall I do this and sin against God? Gen. 39. And so Job in chap 31. he shewes what awed,
What kept Joseph from committing folly with his Mistress? Shall I do this and since against God? Gen. 39. And so Job in chap 31. he shows what awed,
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and kept him from ill doing, in vers. 3. Doth not he see my wayes, and account all my steps? this was it that kept him in awe.
and kept him from ill doing, in vers. 3. Does not he see my ways, and account all my steps? this was it that kept him in awe.
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So the Church of God, Psal. 44. being in great distresse, they kept themselves from Idolatry,
So the Church of God, Psalm 44. being in great distress, they kept themselves from Idolatry,
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and from the contagion of the times wherein they lived:
and from the contagion of the times wherein they lived:
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upon what ground? you shall see in vers. 21. If we had done thus and thus, shall not God search it out? for he knowes the very secrets of the heart.
upon what ground? you shall see in vers. 21. If we had done thus and thus, shall not God search it out? for he knows the very secrets of the heart.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So a Christian being perswaded of the eye of God upon him, it makes him sincere.
So a Christian being persuaded of the eye of God upon him, it makes him sincere.
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The eye of God being Ten thousand times brighter then the Sun, he being light it self:
The eye of God being Ten thousand times Brighter then the Sun, he being Light it self:
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he made the heart, and he knowes all the turnings of the heart. The consideration of this will make us sincere in our closets, in our very thoughts:
he made the heart, and he knows all the turnings of the heart. The consideration of this will make us sincere in our closets, in our very thoughts:
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for they all lie naked and open to his view.
for they all lie naked and open to his view.
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What is the reason that men practise secret villainy, secret wickednesse, and give themselves to speculative filthinesse? because they are atheists, they forget that they are in the eye of God, who sees the plots and projects of their hearts,
What is the reason that men practise secret villainy, secret wickedness, and give themselves to speculative filthiness? Because they Are atheists, they forget that they Are in the eye of God, who sees the plots and projects of their hearts,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the nets that they have laid for their brethren. Therefore David brings them in saying, Tush, God sees us not.
and the nets that they have laid for their brothers. Therefore David brings them in saying, Tush, God sees us not.
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And that is the reason they are unconscionable in their desires, in their hearts, in their secret thoughts.
And that is the reason they Are unconscionable in their Desires, in their hearts, in their secret thoughts.
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It is from a hidden Atheisme:
It is from a hidden Atheism:
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For if we did consider, that the eye of God sees us in all our intents,
For if we did Consider, that the eye of God sees us in all our intents,
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that he sees every action with the circumstances, the aimes, and ends, if the heart did well ponder this, it would prevent a great deal of evil.
that he sees every actium with the Circumstances, the aims, and ends, if the heart did well ponder this, it would prevent a great deal of evil.
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Conscience is the witnesse of our conversation, a witnesse that will keep us from offending.
Conscience is the witness of our Conversation, a witness that will keep us from offending.
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If there were a witnesse by, and that witnesse were a great person, a Judge, &c. it would keep us in our good behaviour.
If there were a witness by, and that witness were a great person, a Judge, etc. it would keep us in our good behaviour.
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Now when a man shall consider, I have a witnesse within me, my conscience;
Now when a man shall Consider, I have a witness within me, my conscience;
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and a witnesse without, which is God, who is my Judge, who can strike me dead in the committing of a sin if he please:
and a witness without, which is God, who is my Judge, who can strike me dead in the committing of a since if he please:
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this would make men, if they were not atheists, to fear to sin.
this would make men, if they were not atheists, to Fear to since.
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Let us labour therefore to approve our hearts to God, as well as our conversations to men:
Let us labour Therefore to approve our hearts to God, as well as our conversations to men:
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set our selves in the presence of God who is a discerner of our thoughts as well as of our actions;
Set our selves in the presence of God who is a discerner of our thoughts as well as of our actions;
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and that which we should be ashamed to do before men, let us be afraid to think before God:
and that which we should be ashamed to do before men, let us be afraid to think before God:
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that is another means to come to sincerity. Another Direction, to help us to walk sincerely is:
that is Another means to come to sincerity. another Direction, to help us to walk sincerely is:
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especially to look to the heart, look to the beginning, to the spring of all our desires, thoughts, affections and actions, that is, the heart:
especially to look to the heart, look to the beginning, to the spring of all our Desires, thoughts, affections and actions, that is, the heart:
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the qualification of that is the qualification of the man. If the heart be naught, the man is naught;
the qualification of that is the qualification of the man. If the heart be nought, the man is nought;
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if that be sincere, the man is sincere. Therefore look to the heart, see what springs out thence:
if that be sincere, the man is sincere. Therefore look to the heart, see what springs out thence:
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if there spring out naughty thoughts and desires, suppresse them in the beginning. Let us examine every thought:
if there spring out naughty thoughts and Desires, suppress them in the beginning. Let us examine every Thought:
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if we find that we do but think an evil thought, execute it presently, crush it:
if we find that we do but think an evil Thought, execute it presently, crush it:
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for all that is naught comes from a thought, and desire at the first: therefore let us look to our thoughts, and desires;
for all that is nought comes from a Thought, and desire At the First: Therefore let us look to our thoughts, and Desires;
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see if we have not false desires, and intents, and thoughts answerable. God is a Spirit, and he looks to our very spirits:
see if we have not false Desires, and intents, and thoughts answerable. God is a Spirit, and he looks to our very spirits:
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and what we are in our spirits, in our hearts, and affections, that we are to him.
and what we Are in our spirits, in our hearts, and affections, that we Are to him.
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Therefore (as a branch of this) what ill we shun, let us do it from the heart, by hating it first.
Therefore (as a branch of this) what ill we shun, let us do it from the heart, by hating it First.
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A man may avoid an evil action from fear, or out of other respects; but that is not sincerity.
A man may avoid an evil actium from Fear, or out of other respects; but that is not sincerity.
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Therefore look to thy heart, see that thou hate evil, and let it come from sincere looking to God.
Therefore look to thy heart, see that thou hate evil, and let it come from sincere looking to God.
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And that which is good, not only to do it, but to labour to delight and joy in it.
And that which is good, not only to do it, but to labour to delight and joy in it.
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For the outward action is not the thing that is regarded, but when there is a resolution, a desire and delight in it,
For the outward actium is not the thing that is regarded, but when there is a resolution, a desire and delight in it,
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then God accounts it as done.
then God accounts it as done.
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And so it is in evil, if we delight in evil it is as if it were done already.
And so it is in evil, if we delight in evil it is as if it were done already.
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Therefore in doing good, look to the heart, joy in the good you do, and then do it:
Therefore in doing good, look to the heart, joy in the good you do, and then do it:
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and in evil look to the heart, judge it to be evil, and then abstain from it.
and in evil look to the heart, judge it to be evil, and then abstain from it.
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This is the reason of all the errours in our lives; because we have bad hearts, we look not to God in sincerity.
This is the reason of all the errors in our lives; Because we have bad hearts, we look not to God in sincerity.
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Judas had a naughty heart, he loved not the Lord Jesus Christ, and therefore he had a naughty conclusion.Judas had a naughty heart, he loved not the Lord jesus christ, and Therefore he had a naughty conclusion.
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What the heart doth not is not done in Religion.
What the heart does not is not done in Religion.
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Thus we see how we may come to have our conversation in sincerity, that we may rejoyce in the testimony of our conscience.
Thus we see how we may come to have our Conversation in sincerity, that we may rejoice in the testimony of our conscience.
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Therefore now (to make an Use of Exhortation) we should labour for sincerity, and esteem highly of it, because God so esteems of it.
Therefore now (to make an Use of Exhortation) we should labour for sincerity, and esteem highly of it, Because God so esteems of it.
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Truth is all that we can alledge to God: we cannot alledge perfection. St. Paul himself saith not, I have walked exactly, or perfectly:
Truth is all that we can allege to God: we cannot allege perfection. Saint Paul himself Says not, I have walked exactly, or perfectly:
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no, but he saith, This is our rejoycing, that we have walked in sincerity.
no, but he Says, This is our rejoicing, that we have walked in sincerity.
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So, if a mans conscience can excuse him of hypocrisie and doubling, though it cannot free him from imperfections, God in the Covenant of Grace looks not so much at perfection, as at truth.
So, if a men conscience can excuse him of hypocrisy and doubling, though it cannot free him from imperfections, God in the Covenant of Grace looks not so much At perfection, as At truth.
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Here I might answer an Objection of some Christians: Oh, but I cannot pray without distraction, I cannot delight so in good things, &c.
Here I might answer an Objection of Some Christians: O, but I cannot pray without distraction, I cannot delight so in good things, etc.
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Though a Christians heart cannot free him from this, yet his heart desires to approve it self to God in all things:
Though a Christians heart cannot free him from this, yet his heart Desires to approve it self to God in all things:
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and his heart is ready to say to the Lord as David said, Lord try me, if there be any way of wickednesse in me.
and his heart is ready to say to the Lord as David said, Lord try me, if there be any Way of wickedness in me.
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And therefore he will attend upon all means to get this sincerity.
And Therefore he will attend upon all means to get this sincerity.
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He will be diligent in the Word of God, for therein the mind of God is manifestly seen.
He will be diligent in the Word of God, for therein the mind of God is manifestly seen.
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The Word of God it is a begetting Word, it makes us immortal, it makes us new creatures:
The Word of God it is a begetting Word, it makes us immortal, it makes us new creatures:
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it is truth, and the instrument of truth. Truth will make truth.
it is truth, and the Instrument of truth. Truth will make truth.
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The Word of God, being his Word who is Almighty, it hath an Almighty transforming power from him:
The Word of God, being his Word who is Almighty, it hath an Almighty transforming power from him:
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It is accompanied, and cloathed with his Almighty Spirit. Truth will cause truth; such as it is in it self it will work in our hearts.
It is accompanied, and clothed with his Almighty Spirit. Truth will cause truth; such as it is in it self it will work in our hearts.
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In that mungrel, false Religion Popery, they have traditions, and false devices of men, and so they make false Christians, such as they are, they make:
In that mongrel, false Religion Popery, they have traditions, and false devices of men, and so they make false Christians, such as they Are, they make:
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strain them to the quintessence, and they cannot make a true Christian. Truth makes true Christians;
strain them to the quintessence, and they cannot make a true Christian. Truth makes true Christians;
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therefore attend upon Gods Ordinance with all reverence, and it will make thee a sound heart: it is a transforming Word.
Therefore attend upon God's Ordinance with all Reverence, and it will make thee a found heart: it is a transforming Word.
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Those that desire to hear the Word of God, and to have their consciences to be informed by the hearing of it, they are sincere Christians:
Those that desire to hear the Word of God, and to have their Consciences to be informed by the hearing of it, they Are sincere Christians:
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and those that labour to shut up the Word of God, that it may not work upon the conscience, they are false-hearted.
and those that labour to shut up the Word of God, that it may not work upon the conscience, they Are False-hearted.
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A heart that is sincere, it prizeth the Word of God that makes us sincere:
A heart that is sincere, it prizeth the Word of God that makes us sincere:
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the Word of God hath this effect, especially being unfolded in the Ministery of it, that a man may say as Jacob did, Doubtlesse God is in this place.
the Word of God hath this Effect, especially being unfolded in the Ministry of it, that a man may say as Jacob did, Doubtless God is in this place.
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It is all that is ours; nothing runs upon our reckoning but sincerity. For what I have not done truly, Conscience saith I have not done to God,
It is all that is ours; nothing runs upon our reckoning but sincerity. For what I have not done truly, Conscience Says I have not done to God,
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and therefore I can expect no comfort for it: but what I have done to God, I look to have with comfort:
and Therefore I can expect no Comfort for it: but what I have done to God, I look to have with Comfort:
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for I know that God regards not perfection, but sincerity; he requires not so much a great faith, as a true faith;
for I know that God regards not perfection, but sincerity; he requires not so much a great faith, as a true faith;
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not so much perfect love, as true love, and that I have in truth, as S. Peter said, Lord thou knowest that I love thee.
not so much perfect love, as true love, and that I have in truth, as S. Peter said, Lord thou Knowest that I love thee.
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This will make us look God, who is the Judge, in the face. It gives us not title to heaven, for that is onely by Christ:
This will make us look God, who is the Judge, in the face. It gives us not title to heaven, for that is only by christ:
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but it is a qualification required of us in the Gospel; nothing is ours but what we do in truth.
but it is a qualification required of us in the Gospel; nothing is ours but what we do in truth.
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And again, consider, That it will comfort us against Satan at the hour of death:
And again, Consider, That it will Comfort us against Satan At the hour of death:
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when Satan shall tempt us to despair for our sins (as that he will do) we may comfort our selves with this, that we have been sincere.
when Satan shall tempt us to despair for our Sins (as that he will do) we may Comfort our selves with this, that we have been sincere.
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We may send him to Christ (for that must be the way) who hath fulfilled Gods will, and satisfied his Fathers wrath:
We may send him to christ (for that must be the Way) who hath fulfilled God's will, and satisfied his Father's wrath:
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Satan will say, This is true, it is the Gospel, and therefore it cannot be denied;
Satan will say, This is true, it is the Gospel, and Therefore it cannot be denied;
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but it is for them that have walked according to the Spirit, and not according to the flesh;
but it is for them that have walked according to the Spirit, and not according to the Flesh;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for those that have obeyed God in all things.
for those that have obeyed God in all things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now when our Conscience shall joyn with Satan, and say, we did nothing to God, we have not obeyed him;
Now when our Conscience shall join with Satan, and say, we did nothing to God, we have not obeyed him;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how can we answer him? we must needs yield to the tempter. But when we can say with Peter, Lord, thou knowest that I love thee;
how can we answer him? we must needs yield to the tempter. But when we can say with Peter, Lord, thou Knowest that I love thee;
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thou knowest I have laboured to approve my heart to thee; and that I have prosecuted this desire with endeavours:
thou Knowest I have laboured to approve my heart to thee; and that I have prosecuted this desire with endeavours:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this will comfort a man in the time of temptation: therefore let us labour to have our conversation in sincerity.
this will Comfort a man in the time of temptation: Therefore let us labour to have our Conversation in sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It will afford us much comfort in this life, as it did S. Paul: S. Paul here was in some grievous sicknesse,
It will afford us much Comfort in this life, as it did S. Paul: S. Paul Here was in Some grievous sickness,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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even to death, and he was disgraced as a person that regarded not his promise of coming to them.
even to death, and he was disgraced as a person that regarded not his promise of coming to them.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now what doth he do in all this sicknesse and disgrace? what doth he answer to them? he comforts himself in this, My rejoycing is, that my conscience doth testifie my sincerity.
Now what does he do in all this sickness and disgrace? what does he answer to them? he comforts himself in this, My rejoicing is, that my conscience does testify my sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He runs to God, and to his sincerity as his strong hold; he approves himself to God.
He runs to God, and to his sincerity as his strong hold; he approves himself to God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Some thing we shall have in this life first or last, afflictions, or disgraces, and troubles will come.
some thing we shall have in this life First or last, afflictions, or disgraces, and Troubles will come.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What is then the strong hold of a Christian? Then he runs to his sincerity.
What is then the strong hold of a Christian? Then he runs to his sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What would Hezekias have done when he received the sentence of death, that he had walked before God in uprightnesse,
What would Hezekias have done when he received the sentence of death, that he had walked before God in uprightness,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and sincerity? Sincerity then is worth more then the world.
and sincerity? Sincerity then is worth more then the world.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And he that will not labour for that which is worth more then all the world, it is a sign he is ignorant of the worth of it.
And he that will not labour for that which is worth more then all the world, it is a Signen he is ignorant of the worth of it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man at the hour of death he would lose all the world if he had it, for sincerity.
A man At the hour of death he would loose all the world if he had it, for sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore let us not part with our sincerity.
Therefore let us not part with our sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us not offend against sincerity and truth by falshood in our carriage, and in our tongues,
Let us not offend against sincerity and truth by falsehood in our carriage, and in our tongues,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or conversations any manner of way, since it will yield us so much comfort in temptations,
or conversations any manner of Way, since it will yield us so much Comfort in temptations,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and afflictions, and at the Tribunal, and Judgment-seat of Christ. Let us not have false aimes and ends, and do things in a false manner.
and afflictions, and At the Tribunal, and Judgment seat of christ. Let us not have false aims and ends, and do things in a false manner.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is not action onely that God requires, but the manner. If we regard not the manner, God will not regard the matter.
It is not actium only that God requires, but the manner. If we regard not the manner, God will not regard the matter.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The matter of the Pharisees performances was very good for stuffe; but their hearts being naught, God regarded it not.
The matter of the Pharisees performances was very good for stuff; but their hearts being nought, God regarded it not.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us look to the manner of doing all that we do, that we do them to God, that we do them in sincerity in a holy manner.
Let us look to the manner of doing all that we do, that we do them to God, that we do them in sincerity in a holy manner.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Scripture requires this, receive the Sacrament, but thus, Examine your selves; Take heed how you hear.
The Scripture requires this, receive the Sacrament, but thus, Examine your selves; Take heed how you hear.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let your conversation be in the world, but thus, in simplicity, and godly sincerity.
Let your Conversation be in the world, but thus, in simplicity, and godly sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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S. Paul doth not say, that he rejoyced in miracles, or in the great works that he had done, in converting of Nations, &c. which yet were matters of joy:
S. Paul does not say, that he rejoiced in Miracles, or in the great works that he had done, in converting of nations, etc. which yet were matters of joy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but when he comes to joy indeed, here is his joy, that his Conversation had been in simplicity and godly sincerity.
but when he comes to joy indeed, Here is his joy, that his Conversation had been in simplicity and godly sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And Christians must take heed that they reason not against sincerity another way, that is, to conclude they have no goodnesse,
And Christians must take heed that they reason not against sincerity Another Way, that is, to conclude they have no Goodness,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because they see a great deal of corruption, and imperfections; for imperfections may stand with truth.
Because they see a great deal of corruption, and imperfections; for imperfections may stand with truth.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Asa (as I said) had many infirmities in his life, yet notwithstanding it is said, that he walked in sincerity.Asa (as I said) had many infirmities in his life, yet notwithstanding it is said, that he walked in sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So Hezekias, it is said he walked before God uprightly, yet he had many infirmities and imperfections.
So Hezekias, it is said he walked before God uprightly, yet he had many infirmities and imperfections.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Nay a man may well retort this upon such poor soules, (that are witnesses with Satan against themselves, in the sight of their sins) that their sins being known by them, especially with hatred of them, it is a sign of sincerity.
Nay a man may well retort this upon such poor Souls, (that Are Witnesses with Satan against themselves, in the sighed of their Sins) that their Sins being known by them, especially with hatred of them, it is a Signen of sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, others are ready to say, I am not sincere, because God followes me with afflictions, and distresses.
Again, Others Are ready to say, I am not sincere, Because God follows me with afflictions, and Distresses.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Reason not so, for he therefore followes thee with afflictions, because he would have nothing but sincerity in thee, he would make thee wholly sincere,
Reason not so, for he Therefore follows thee with afflictions, Because he would have nothing but sincerity in thee, he would make thee wholly sincere,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and purge thee as metal is purged in the fire from the drosse. Therefore take heed thus of sinning against sincerity. Do nothing in hypocrisie:
and purge thee as metal is purged in the fire from the dross. Therefore take heed thus of sinning against sincerity. Do nothing in hypocrisy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and when we are once sincere, let us not sin against it by yielding to the Devil.
and when we Are once sincere, let us not sin against it by yielding to the devil.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This comforted Job, when his friends alledged his corruptions: Well, (saith he) you shall not take away my sincerity from me.
This comforted Job, when his Friends alleged his corruptions: Well, (Says he) you shall not take away my sincerity from me.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He looked to the eye of God, that saw him, to whom he approved his heart;
He looked to the eye of God, that saw him, to whom he approved his heart;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that consideration made him sincere, and thence he comforted himself: So let us comfort our selves in our sincerity against Satan's allegations;
and that consideration made him sincere, and thence he comforted himself: So let us Comfort our selves in our sincerity against Satan's allegations;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as a condition of the Covenant of grace which respects not perfection, but truth. To adde one thing more:
as a condition of the Covenant of grace which respects not perfection, but truth. To add one thing more:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As there is an order of other graces; so there is an order in this sincerity which we should labour for.
As there is an order of other graces; so there is an order in this sincerity which we should labour for.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is this order to be kept. We must digg deep: we must lay a sincere foundation.
There is this order to be kept. We must dig deep: we must lay a sincere Foundation.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What is that? A deep search into our own hearts and waies by sound humilition.
What is that? A deep search into our own hearts and ways by found humilition.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We say of digestions, if the first be naught, all are naught:
We say of digestions, if the First be nought, all Are nought:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if the first concoction in the body be naught, there can never be good assimulation, there can never be good blood:
if the First concoction in the body be nought, there can never be good assimulation, there can never be good blood:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so if there be not a good, a sincere foundation, there can never be a sincere fabrick.
so if there be not a good, a sincere Foundation, there can never be a sincere fabric.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore many mistake, and build Castles in the Ayr, comb Downes (as we say) they build a frame of profession that comes to nothing in the end;
Therefore many mistake, and built Castles in the Air, comb Downes (as we say) they built a frame of profession that comes to nothing in the end;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because it is not sincere in this order, they were never truly humbled, they had a guilefull heart, in the cnofession of their sins:
Because it is not sincere in this order, they were never truly humbled, they had a guileful heart, in the cnofession of their Sins:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they never knew what sin was throughly, and feelingly.
they never knew what since was thoroughly, and feelingly.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Blessed is the man in whose spirit there is no guile, Psal. 32. The Psalmist especially means and intends there, in regard of down-right dealing with God in the confession of sins.Blessed is the man in whose Spirit there is no guile, Psalm 32. The Psalmist especially means and intends there, in regard of downright dealing with God in the Confessi of Sins.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For he himself when he did not deal roundly, and uprightly with God in the confession of his sinnes, with detestation,
For he himself when he did not deal roundly, and uprightly with God in the Confessi of his Sins, with detestation,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and with resolution never to commit the same again, he was in a pitiful plight both of soul and body:
and with resolution never to commit the same again, he was in a pitiful plighted both of soul and body:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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his moisture was turned into the drought of Summer.
his moisture was turned into the drought of Summer.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But when without guile he laid open his soul to God, then he came from sincere humiliation,
But when without guile he laid open his soul to God, then he Come from sincere humiliation,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and sincere confession, to sincere faith.
and sincere Confessi, to sincere faith.
cc j n1, p-acp j n1.
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Therefore (for the order) let us first labour to be sincere in the sight of that which is ill in us, in the confession of our sins,
Therefore (for the order) let us First labour to be sincere in the sighed of that which is ill in us, in the Confessi of our Sins,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then we shall be sincere, the better to depend upon Gods mercy in Christ by faith.
and then we shall be sincere, the better to depend upon God's mercy in christ by faith.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And from thence we shall come to sincere Love, when we believe that God is reconciled in Christ, we shall love him.
And from thence we shall come to sincere Love, when we believe that God is reconciled in christ, we shall love him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Our love is but a reflexion of his love to us: when once we know that he loves us, we shall love him again.
Our love is but a reflection of his love to us: when once we know that he loves us, we shall love him again.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Spring of all duty is sincere love, coming from sincere faith:
The Spring of all duty is sincere love, coming from sincere faith:
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as sincere faith is forced out of the sincere sight of our sins, of the ill,
as sincere faith is forced out of the sincere sighed of our Sins, of the ill,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore sound knowledge of the evil condition we are in, it forceth the grace of faith, which forceth a man to go out of himself.
and Therefore found knowledge of the evil condition we Are in, it forceth the grace of faith, which forceth a man to go out of himself.
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And then when he is perswaded of Gods love in Christ, he loves him again. Love is that which animates, and quickens, and enlivens all duties, What are all duties,
And then when he is persuaded of God's love in christ, he loves him again. Love is that which animates, and quickens, and enlivens all duties, What Are all duties,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but love? Christ reduceth all to love. It is a sweet affection that stirres up and quickneth to all duties;
but love? christ reduceth all to love. It is a sweet affection that stirs up and Quickeneth to all duties;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1597
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it carries us along to all duties: all are love.
it carries us along to all duties: all Are love.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What need I stand on sincere patience, sincere temperance, sincere sobriety, & c? If a man have sincere love to God, it will carry him to all duties, remember this order.
What need I stand on sincere patience, sincere temperance, sincere sobriety, & c? If a man have sincere love to God, it will carry him to all duties, Remember this order.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Especially every day, enter into your own soules, and search impartially, what sin there is there unconfessed,
Especially every day, enter into your own Souls, and search impartially, what since there is there unconfessed,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and unrepented of, and make your peace with God by confession. And then go to sincere dependance on God by faith in the Promises.
and unrepented of, and make your peace with God by Confessi. And then go to sincere dependence on God by faith in the Promises.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1598
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And then stirre up your hearts to love him; and from the love of him to love one another in sincerity, not in hypocrific.
And then stir up your hearts to love him; and from the love of him to love one Another in sincerity, not in hypocrific.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1598
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Thus we have the manner of the blessed Apostle's Carriage in the world, whereupon his rejoycing was founded, Our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity,
Thus we have the manner of the blessed Apostle's Carriage in the world, whereupon his rejoicing was founded, Our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1598
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and godly sincerity, We have had our conversation in the world.and godly sincerity, We have had our Conversation in the world.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1598
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I will speak a little of those words, before I come to the negative part, Not in fieshly wisdome. [ Our Conversation, ]
I will speak a little of those words, before I come to the negative part, Not in fieshly Wisdom. [ Our Conversation, ]
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1599
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By Conversation, Anastrophe, he means the several turnings of his life, in what relation soever he stood to God, to men,
By Conversation, Anastrophe, he means the several turnings of his life, in what Relation soever he stood to God, to men,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as a Minister, as a Christian, as a friend, as a neighbour, at home or abroad, in all estates, in all places,
as a Minister, as a Christian, as a friend, as a neighbour, At home or abroad, in all estates, in all places,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and at all times, his Conversation was in simplicity, and sincerity. In the world ] That is, wheresoever he had lived.
and At all times, his Conversation was in simplicity, and sincerity. In the world ] That is, wheresoever he had lived.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And mark how he joyns them together; his conversation in the world amongst men, it was with sincerity to God.
And mark how he joins them together; his Conversation in the world among men, it was with sincerity to God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1601
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It was that that did rule his conversation in the world.
It was that that did Rule his Conversation in the world.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1601
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And so it should be with us wheresoever we are, or whatsoever we do in the world, our carriage here must be directed by a higher aspect.
And so it should be with us wheresoever we Are, or whatsoever we do in the world, our carriage Here must be directed by a higher aspect.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1601
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The Ship while it is tossed in the Sea, it is ruled by the Pole-starre; that must guide it:
The Ship while it is tossed in the Sea, it is ruled by the Polestar; that must guide it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1601
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so in our conversation in the world, the stuffe of our conversation may be the businesse we have in the world,
so in our Conversation in the world, the stuff of our Conversation may be the business we have in the world,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1601
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but the rule, the regiment of all must be from heaven, with an eye to God.
but the Rule, the regiment of all must be from heaven, with an eye to God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1601
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I touch that from the knitting of these together.
I touch that from the knitting of these together.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1601
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Now where he saith, That his Conversation was in simplicity and sinceriy, you may see here then that all the frame, all the passages of his life were good.
Now where he Says, That his Conversation was in simplicity and sinceriy, you may see Here then that all the frame, all the passages of his life were good.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1602
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This makes good that which I touched before (which hath its proper place here,) That Sincerity extends it self to all the frame of a mans life.
This makes good that which I touched before (which hath its proper place Here,) That Sincerity extends it self to all the frame of a men life.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1602
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He that is sincere, is sincere in all places, and at all times, in all the turnings, and windings,
He that is sincere, is sincere in all places, and At all times, in all the turnings, and windings,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1603
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and passages of his life, or else he is not sincere at all.
and passages of his life, or Else he is not sincere At all.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1603
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His conversation must be sincere, wheresoever he lives, or whatsoever he doth, in prosperity, or adversity, at home, or abroad.
His Conversation must be sincere, wheresoever he lives, or whatsoever he does, in Prosperity, or adversity, At home, or abroad.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1603
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The veriest hypocrite in the world hath he not pangs sometimes? Take an oppressour, he thinks that he should not die so, he thinks, I must be called to an account if I do thus.
The veriest hypocrite in the world hath he not pangs sometime? Take an oppressor, he thinks that he should not die so, he thinks, I must be called to an account if I do thus.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1604
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Doth not Ahab lie upon his sick bed sometimes? Is not Herod sometimes troubled in conscience? hath not a wicked man sometimes twitches of conscience which the world sees not, secret checks of conscience? Oh, yes, there is not the vilest man living,
Does not Ahab lie upon his sick Bed sometime? Is not Herod sometime troubled in conscience? hath not a wicked man sometime Twitches of conscience which the world sees not, secret Checks of conscience? O, yes, there is not the Vilest man living,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1604
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but he hath his good fits, he hath pangs of goodnesse:
but he hath his good fits, he hath pangs of Goodness:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1604
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but what is this to a conversation? Our conversation must be in sincerity in all the turnings and passages of it.
but what is this to a Conversation? Our Conversation must be in sincerity in all the turnings and passages of it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1604
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God judgeth us by the tenour of our life, and not by single particular acts: a good man may be ill in a particular act;
God Judgeth us by the tenor of our life, and not by single particular acts: a good man may be ill in a particular act;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1605
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and an evil man may be good in a particular act:
and an evil man may be good in a particular act:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1605
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but I say, God doth not judge us by a distinct severed passage, but by the tenour of our life.
but I say, God does not judge us by a distinct severed passage, but by the tenor of our life.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1605
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Uniformity, equability, and evennesse of life it is an undoubted evidence of a good man.
Uniformity, equability, and evenness of life it is an undoubted evidence of a good man.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1605
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Because he is a new creature, and being a new creature, he hath a new nature; and nature works uniformly. Art works differently, and enforcedly.
Because he is a new creature, and being a new creature, he hath a new nature; and nature works uniformly. Art works differently, and enforcedly.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1606
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Teach a creature some what that is against nature, it will do something, but a Lion will have a Lions trick;
Teach a creature Some what that is against nature, it will do something, but a lion will have a Lions trick;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1606
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and a Wolf will have a Wolfes trick:
and a Wolf will have a Wolves trick:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1606
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teach them never so much, a Lion will be a Lion in all places, a Wolf will be a Wolf,
teach them never so much, a lion will be a lion in all places, a Wolf will be a Wolf,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1606
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and an Eagle will be an Eagle. Every creature will observe its own nature, and be like it self.
and an Eagl will be an Eagl. Every creature will observe its own nature, and be like it self.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1606
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A Christian as far as he is good, as far as he is a Christian, is uniform:
A Christian as Far as he is good, as Far as he is a Christian, is uniform:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1607
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his conversation is good, he is like himself, in all places, in all times, upon all occasions, in prosperity, in adversity.
his Conversation is good, he is like himself, in all places, in all times, upon all occasions, in Prosperity, in adversity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1607
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The very Word shewes, that the universality of a mans course must be in sincerity, wheresoever he is.
The very Word shows, that the universality of a men course must be in sincerity, wheresoever he is.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1607
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God is every where, and sincerity hath an eye to God, it makes a man good every where:
God is every where, and sincerity hath an eye to God, it makes a man good every where:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or else it doth nothing to God.
or Else it does nothing to God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Doth not God see every where, abroad, and at home, in our closets? If we plot villainy, there ses he it as well as abroad:
Does not God see every where, abroad, and At home, in our closets? If we plot villainy, there ses he it as well as abroad:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore if I do it any where, I regard not the eye of God.
Therefore if I do it any where, I regard not the eye of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1607
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Again, where he saith, Our Conversation, it implies constancy, as well as uniformity, he was so in all places, and in all times:
Again, where he Says, Our Conversation, it Implies constancy, as well as uniformity, he was so in all places, and in all times:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but that I noted before, therefore I passe it. Our Conversation. In the world. That is, amongst other men wheresoever I was, and have lived:
but that I noted before, Therefore I pass it. Our Conversation. In the world. That is, among other men wheresoever I was, and have lived:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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whence we see, That Christianity may stand with conversing abroad in the world.
whence we see, That Christianity may stand with conversing abroad in the world.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Men need not be mued up in a cloyster, as the foolish Monks in former times, they thought that Religion was a thing confined to solitarinesse.
Men need not be mued up in a cloister, as the foolish Monks in former times, they Thought that Religion was a thing confined to solitariness.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Whereas oft-times it requires greater strength of grace to be alone, then to be in company:
Whereas ofttimes it requires greater strength of grace to be alone, then to be in company:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we know the proverb, Woe to him that is alone. A good Christian converses in the world, and that in simplicity, and sincerity.
we know the proverb, Woe to him that is alone. A good Christian converses in the world, and that in simplicity, and sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We need not (I say) cloyster our selves up to be good men, to be sincere Christians.
We need not (I say) cloister our selves up to be good men, to be sincere Christians.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We may converse in the world in sincerity if we have Saint Paul's spirit.
We may converse in the world in sincerity if we have Saint Paul's Spirit.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But that which I will presse more, is this, that True Religion where it is in strength doth carry a man in the world,
But that which I will press more, is this, that True Religion where it is in strength does carry a man in the world,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and yet he is not tainted with the world. Saint Paul conversed in the world in sincerity.
and yet he is not tainted with the world. Saint Paul conversed in the world in sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The world is an hypocrite, as he said of old:
The world is an hypocrite, as he said of old:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the whole world acts a part, it is an hypocrite, and a cruel opposer of sincerity, and truth.
the Whole world acts a part, it is an hypocrite, and a cruel opposer of sincerity, and truth.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Saint Paul lived abroad in the world amongst men that had aimes of their own,
Saint Paul lived abroad in the world among men that had aims of their own,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and abused themselves in the world, and yet he walked in simplicity, and sincerity, he was a good man for all that.
and abused themselves in the world, and yet he walked in simplicity, and sincerity, he was a good man for all that.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man that is not of the world, but begotten to be a member of a higher world:
A man that is not of the world, but begotten to be a member of a higher world:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Here we have no continuing City, and therefore he used the world as though he used it not.Here we have no Continuing city, and Therefore he used the world as though he used it not.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he may carry himself in the world without the corruptions of the world, he may carry himself so in the world that he may not be carried away of the world:
he may carry himself in the world without the corruptions of the world, he may carry himself so in the world that he may not be carried away of the world:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we see S. Paul did so. Noah was a good man in evil times, a good man in his Generation.
we see S. Paul did so. Noah was a good man in evil times, a good man in his Generation.
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Henoch, in evil times walked with God. In Act. 13. David in his Generation served the purpose of God: Henoch, in evil times walked with God. In Act. 13. David in his Generation served the purpose of God:
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and his Generation was none of the best:
and his Generation was none of the best:
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for you know there was Achitophel, and Doeg, which were bad companions, yet in his Generation he served the purpose of God.
for you know there was Ahithophel, and Doeg, which were bad Sodales, yet in his Generation he served the purpose of God.
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So every man in his time may live and converse in the world, and yet not be carried away with the corruptions of the times. What is the reason?
So every man in his time may live and converse in the world, and yet not be carried away with the corruptions of the times. What is the reason?
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The reason is, That a true Christian hath a spirit in him above the world.
The reason is, That a true Christian hath a Spirit in him above the world.
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As Saint John saith, The Spirit that is in you is stronger then he that is in the world. The Child of God hath a Spirit in him, a new nature, that sets him in a ranck above the world.
As Saint John Says, The Spirit that is in you is Stronger then he that is in the world. The Child of God hath a Spirit in him, a new nature, that sets him in a rank above the world.
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Christians are an order of men that are above the world, they are men of another world:
Christians Are an order of men that Are above the world, they Are men of Another world:
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and therefore having a principel of grace that raiseth them above the base condition of the world, they can live in the world, without the blemishes and corruptions of the world, they are men of a higher disposition.
and Therefore having a principel of grace that Raiseth them above the base condition of the world, they can live in the world, without the blemishes and corruptions of the world, they Are men of a higher disposition.
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Even as sicknesse in the body hurts not the reasonable life;
Even as sickness in the body hurts not the reasonable life;
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so any thing that a Christian meets with in the world it hurts not his Christian life which is his best life;
so any thing that a Christian meets with in the world it hurts not his Christian life which is his best life;
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because it is a life of a higher respect, of a higher nature: Saint Paul's conversation was in heaven, it was above the snares here below.
Because it is a life of a higher respect, of a higher nature: Saint Paul's Conversation was in heaven, it was above the snares Here below.
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He was crucified to the world, he was a dead man to all that was evil in the world,
He was Crucified to the world, he was a dead man to all that was evil in the world,
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and to that which was good and indifferent in the world For pleasures, for honours, for meat and drink, and such necessaries:
and to that which was good and indifferent in the world For pleasures, for honours, for meat and drink, and such necessaries:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the counsel that he gave to others, he practised it himself, for worldly callings, and refreshings,
the counsel that he gave to Others, he practised it himself, for worldly callings, and refreshings,
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and the like, 1 Cor. 7. The time is short, let us use the world as though we used it not.
and the like, 1 Cor. 7. The time is short, let us use the world as though we used it not.
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He used indifferent things in the world (which are good or evil as they be used) as if he had not used them.
He used indifferent things in the world (which Are good or evil as they be used) as if he had not used them.
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He lived in the world, as a traveller or passenger, he knew he was not at home;
He lived in the world, as a traveller or Passenger, he knew he was not At home;
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he knew he had another home to go to:
he knew he had Another home to go to:
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As a Traveller useth things in his way as far as they may further him; but let his very staffe trouble him, he throwes it away.
As a Traveller uses things in his Way as Far as they may further him; but let his very staff trouble him, he throws it away.
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So, a Christian useth indifferent things in the world (which are good or evil according as himself is,) he useth them well;
So, a Christian uses indifferent things in the world (which Are good or evil according as himself is,) he uses them well;
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because all things are pure, to the pure:
Because all things Are pure, to the pure:
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he useth them so as that he doth not delight in them because he hath better things to solace himself in:
he uses them so as that he does not delight in them Because he hath better things to solace himself in:
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he doth not drown himself in these as worldlings do.
he does not drown himself in these as worldlings do.
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And for the ills of the world, a Christian in a good measure is crucified to the world, and the world to him.
And for the ills of the world, a Christian in a good measure is Crucified to the world, and the world to him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And he hath his conversation in heaven, Philip. 3. 20. But our conversation is in heaven.
And he hath his Conversation in heaven, Philip. 3. 20. But our Conversation is in heaven.
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Many serve their bellies, whose end is damnation: but our conversation is in heaven:
Many serve their bellies, whose end is damnation: but our Conversation is in heaven:
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Now his conversation being heavenly, that is the reason that he can converse in the world in sincerity,
Now his Conversation being heavenly, that is the reason that he can converse in the world in sincerity,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though the world be of another strain.
though the world be of Another strain.
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So you see then, that a Christian is of a higher nature, of a higher condition then the world:
So you see then, that a Christian is of a higher nature, of a higher condition then the world:
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and he is crucified to the world;
and he is Crucified to the world;
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and he knowes himself to be a passenger, and a traveller in the world, and therefore he useth the world as though he used it not.
and he knows himself to be a Passenger, and a traveller in the world, and Therefore he uses the world as though he used it not.
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And withal he hath his imployment above the world.
And withal he hath his employment above the world.
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The birds that have the ayr, as long as they are there, they are not catched with snares below:
The Birds that have the air, as long as they Are there, they Are not catched with snares below:
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and Christians that have their conversation above, they are not ensnared with the things of the world as other men are.
and Christians that have their Conversation above, they Are not Ensnared with the things of the world as other men Are.
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We see Saint Paul conversed in the world in sincerity.
We see Saint Paul conversed in the world in sincerity.
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I observe it the rather, because it is the common exception of weak, and false spirits.
I observe it the rather, Because it is the Common exception of weak, and false spirits.
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We must do as the world doth, or else we cannot live. He that knowes not how to dissemble, knowes not how to live. And the times are naught:
We must do as the world does, or Else we cannot live. He that knows not how to dissemble, knows not how to live. And the times Are nought:
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so that which is naught and grounded in themselves, they lay all the blame of it upon the times.
so that which is nought and grounded in themselves, they lay all the blame of it upon the times.
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Indeed the times are naught, like themselves. As he said, There is a circle of humane things;
Indeed the times Are nought, like themselves. As he said, There is a circle of humane things;
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the times are but even as they were: things come again upon the stage, the same things are acted:
the times Are but even as they were: things come again upon the stage, the same things Are acted:
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the persons indeed are changed, but the same things are acted in the world to the end of the world.
the Persons indeed Are changed, but the same things Are acted in the world to the end of the world.
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The times were naught before, they are naught, and they will be so. Villany is acted upon the stage of the world continually.
The times were nought before, they Are nought, and they will be so. Villainy is acted upon the stage of the world continually.
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The former actors are gone, but others are instructed with the same devices, with the same plots:
The former actors Are gone, but Others Are instructed with the same devices, with the same plots:
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The Corruption of nature shewes it self in all.
The Corruption of nature shows it self in all.
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Onely now we have the advantage for the acting of wickednesse in the end of the world:
Only now we have the advantage for the acting of wickedness in the end of the world:
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because besides the old wickednesse in former times, we have the new wickednesses of these times;
Because beside the old wickedness in former times, we have the new Wickednesses of these times;
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all the streams running into one make the Channel greater. Men say, alas, alas, the times are ill;
all the streams running into one make the Channel greater. Men say, alas, alas, the times Are ill;
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were they not so in Noah's time? were they not so in David's time? were they not so in S. Paul's time? Men pretend conformity to the world upon a kind of necessity, they must do as others do.
were they not so in Noah's time? were they not so in David's time? were they not so in S. Paul's time? Men pretend conformity to the world upon a kind of necessity, they must do as Others do.
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If they were true Christians it would not be so: for Noah was good in evil times.
If they were true Christians it would not be so: for Noah was good in evil times.
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Nehemiah was good in the Court of the King of Babel. Joseph was good even in Egypt in Pharaoh's Court, this can be no plea.Nehemiah was good in the Court of the King of Babel. Joseph was good even in Egypt in Pharaoh's Court, this can be no plea.
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For a Christian hath a spirit to raise him above the corruption of the times he lives in:
For a Christian hath a Spirit to raise him above the corruption of the times he lives in:
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he hath such a spirit likewise as is above prosperity, or adversity, which will teach him to manage both,
he hath such a Spirit likewise as is above Prosperity, or adversity, which will teach him to manage both,
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and to govern himself in all occasions and occurrents of the world. I can do all things (saith S. Paul) through Christ that strengtheneth me.
and to govern himself in all occasions and occurrents of the world. I can do all things (Says S. Paul) through christ that strengtheneth me.
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As we say, the Planets have one course whereby they are carried with the first mover every twenty four houres from East to West;
As we say, the Planets have one course whereby they Are carried with the First mover every twenty four hours from East to West;
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as the Sun is, whereby he makes the day: but the Sun hath a course of his own back again;
as the Sun is, whereby he makes the day: but the Sun hath a course of his own back again;
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and so by creeping back again he makes the year in his own course. So the Moon hath one course of her own:
and so by creeping back again he makes the year in his own course. So the Moon hath one course of her own:
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but yet she is carried every day another course by the first mover.
but yet she is carried every day Another course by the First mover.
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So, a good Christian that lives in the world, he is carried with the world in common things, he companies and traffiques,
So, a good Christian that lives in the world, he is carried with the world in Common things, he companies and traffics,
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and trades, and deales with the world:
and trades, and deals with the world:
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but hath he not a motion of his own contrary to all this at the same time? yes,
but hath he not a motion of his own contrary to all this At the same time? yes,
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though he converse in the world, yet notwithstanding he is thinking of heaven, he is framing his course another way then the world doth.
though he converse in the world, yet notwithstanding he is thinking of heaven, he is framing his course Another Way then the world does.
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and holy men have been better oft times in the middest of temptation, and have gathered their forces,
and holy men have been better oft times in the midst of temptation, and have gathered their forces,
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He goes a contrary course, he swimmes against the stream of the world. There are some kind of Rivers (they say) that passe through the Sea,
He Goes a contrary course, he swims against the stream of the world. There Are Some kind of rivers (they say) that pass through the Sea,
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and yet notwithstanding, they retain their freshnesse. It seems as an emblem to shew the condition of a Christian:
and yet notwithstanding, they retain their freshness. It seems as an emblem to show the condition of a Christian:
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he passeth thorow the salt waters; and yet keeps his freshnesse, he preserves himself. Therefore (I say) it is no plea to say that times are naught,
he passes thorough the salt waters; and yet keeps his freshness, he preserves himself. Therefore (I say) it is no plea to say that times Are nought,
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and company is naught, &c. A man is not to fashion himself to the times. An hypocrite (Camelion like) can turn himself into all colours but white.
and company is nought, etc. A man is not to fashion himself to the times. an hypocrite (Chameleon like) can turn himself into all colours but white.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And as the water which we say hath no figure of its own, but it is figured by the vessels that it is in:
And as the water which we say hath no figure of its own, but it is figured by the vessels that it is in:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if the vessel be round, the water is round;
if the vessel be round, the water is round;
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if the vessel be four-corner'd, the water is so, it being a thin airy moist body:
if the vessel be four-cornered, the water is so, it being a thin airy moist body:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it hath no compasse of its own, but is confined by the body it is kept in.
it hath no compass of its own, but is confined by the body it is kept in.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So some men they have no Religion, they have no consistence, no standing, no strength or goodnesse of their own,
So Some men they have no Religion, they have no consistence, no standing, no strength or Goodness of their own,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but such as their company is, such they are, and they think this will serve for all.
but such as their company is, such they Are, and they think this will serve for all.
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I must do as others do, it is the fashion of the world: If they be among Swearers, they will swear:
I must do as Others do, it is the fashion of the world: If they be among Swearers, they will swear:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if they be among those that ate unclean, they will pollute themselves, they frame themselves to all companies:
if they be among those that ate unclean, they will pollute themselves, they frame themselves to all companies:
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they will be all, but that which they should be. This will not serve the turn.
they will be all, but that which they should be. This will not serve the turn.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A Christian may pray for the assistance of God to keep him in the world; and he may know that God will.
A Christian may pray for the assistance of God to keep him in the world; and he may know that God will.
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What ground hath he? Our Saviour Christ, Joh. 17. saith he, Father, I pray not that thou shouldest take them out of the world,
What ground hath he? Our Saviour christ, John 17. Says he, Father, I pray not that thou Shouldst take them out of the world,
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but that thou keep them in the world. but that thou keep them in the world.
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He prayes for his Apostles, and Disciples, that God would keep them in the world from the contagion of sin,
He prays for his Apostles, and Disciples, that God would keep them in the world from the contagion of since,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and from the destruction of the world. S. Paul you see lived and conversed in the world, wheresoever he was, in sincerity, and simplicity:
and from the destruction of the world. S. Paul you see lived and conversed in the world, wheresoever he was, in sincerity, and simplicity:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he was not carried away with the stream, and errours of the times wherein he lived.
he was not carried away with the stream, and errors of the times wherein he lived.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Nay, to adde more, it doth unite the power of grace together, and make a man the better, the worse the company,
Nay, to add more, it does unite the power of grace together, and make a man the better, the Worse the company,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or the place is where he lives. We know in nature, the environing of contraries, increaseth the contrary:
or the place is where he lives. We know in nature, the environing of contraries, increases the contrary:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and strength of grace together, more then when they have been more secure.
and strength of grace together, more then when they have been more secure.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The envy and malice of the world is quicksighted, and the more they live amongst those that are observers of them, the more cautelous they are of their carriage.
The envy and malice of the world is quick-sighted, and the more they live among those that Are observers of them, the more cautelous they Are of their carriage.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You know it is the Apostles reason, Redeem the time, because the daies are evil: be you the better, because the daies are evill;
You know it is the Apostles reason, redeem the time, Because the days Are evil: be you the better, Because the days Are evil;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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witnesse for God in an evil Generation, in evil times: he doth not say, Do you sin, because the daies are evil.
witness for God in an evil Generation, in evil times: he does not say, Do you since, Because the days Are evil.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Gods people do alwaies witnesse for him.
God's people do always witness for him.
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Let me adde this likewise (to give farther light) that we must not take occasion hence, to conform and fashion our selves to any company, to cast our selves into evil company when we need not. We must not tempt God:
Let me add this likewise (to give farther Light) that we must not take occasion hence, to conform and fashion our selves to any company, to cast our selves into evil company when we need not. We must not tempt God:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for then it is just with God to suffer us to be soyled with the company.
for then it is just with God to suffer us to be soiled with the company.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And by our carelesnesse in this kind, we offend the godly, that easily hereupon take us to be worse then we are:
And by our carelessness in this kind, we offend the godly, that Easily hereupon take us to be Worse then we Are:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and as we grieve the Spirit of God in them, so in our selves; and we build up and strengthen wicked persons.
and as we grieve the Spirit of God in them, so in our selves; and we built up and strengthen wicked Persons.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore this living in the world in simplicity, and sincerity, it must be when our calling is such, that we live in the world, that we need not any local separation to sever our selves:
And Therefore this living in the world in simplicity, and sincerity, it must be when our calling is such, that we live in the world, that we need not any local separation to sever our selves:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but when in the world we are cast on men without grace, by our callings, and occasions, we may presume that God will keep us by his Spirit.
but when in the world we Are cast on men without grace, by our callings, and occasions, we may presume that God will keep us by his Spirit.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us not be weary of hearing of this point:
Let us not be weary of hearing of this point:
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For ere long we must all appear before God, and then what an honour will it be for us, that we have witnessed for God in this world? that we have stood for God and good causes in the middest of the world,
For ere long we must all appear before God, and then what an honour will it be for us, that we have witnessed for God in this world? that we have stood for God and good Causes in the midst of the world,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and shined as lights in the middest of a crooked Generation? That we have managed the cause of God,
and shined as lights in the midst of a crooked Generation? That we have managed the cause of God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and stood for Religion, and held our own in the middest of Papists, and Atheists,
and stood for Religion, and held our own in the midst of Papists, and Atheists,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and prophane persons, and witnessed for the best things in spight of all, when we have been called to it.
and profane Persons, and witnessed for the best things in spite of all, when we have been called to it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We are not to thrust our selves into unnecessary troubles, no, not for the best things,
We Are not to thrust our selves into unnecessary Troubles, no, not for the best things,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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unlesse we be called to it:
unless we be called to it:
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but when we are called, and can witnesse for the best things, what an honour will it be for us?
but when we Are called, and can witness for the best things, what an honour will it be for us?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Though he be not a sound Christian, yet he may be a wise man in his place:
Though he be not a found Christian, yet he may be a wise man in his place:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And on the contrary, saith Christ, He that denies me, and is ashamed of me before men, of him will I be ashamed before my heavenly Father.
And on the contrary, Says christ, He that Denies me, and is ashamed of me before men, of him will I be ashamed before my heavenly Father.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What a fearfull thing is this? Let us look to God in simplicity, and sincerity,
What a fearful thing is this? Let us look to God in simplicity, and sincerity,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and God will keep us that the world shall not hurt us.
and God will keep us that the world shall not hurt us.
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What will become of us? (will some say) this trouble we shall come into,
What will become of us? (will Some say) this trouble we shall come into,
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and that persecution will befall us. It is not so, Christ was opposed when he was here upon earth;
and that persecution will befall us. It is not so, christ was opposed when he was Here upon earth;
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but till his hour was come they could not do any thing.
but till his hour was come they could not do any thing.
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Every man hath his hour, every man hath his time allotted to serve God in here:
Every man hath his hour, every man hath his time allotted to serve God in Here:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God hath measured out his life;
God hath measured out his life;
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and till his hour be come, that God will take him out of the world, God will bind up the endeavours of men, their plots shall be to no purpose, God will keep them,
and till his hour be come, that God will take him out of the world, God will bind up the endeavours of men, their plots shall be to no purpose, God will keep them,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and watch over them that are down-right. Because thou hast kept my Word, I will keep thee, saith God.
and watch over them that Are downright. Because thou hast kept my Word, I will keep thee, Says God.
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Let us keep the Word of God in evil times, and God will keep us: let us stand for God, and he will stand for us.
Let us keep the Word of God in evil times, and God will keep us: let us stand for God, and he will stand for us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is no plea to say, I shall run into this danger, and that danger: God will be thy buckler and thy shield, if thou stand for him.
It is no plea to say, I shall run into this danger, and that danger: God will be thy buckler and thy shield, if thou stand for him.
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And that which brings danger is too much correspondence with the world:
And that which brings danger is too much correspondence with the world:
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when men forsake their sincerity in the world, when men will be on both sides they carry things unhappily, and unsuccessefully.
when men forsake their sincerity in the world, when men will be on both sides they carry things unhappily, and unsuccessfully.
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A down-right atheist will carry things with better successe then a halting Christian. For his policy, and subtilty will carry him to actions inconvenient;
A downright atheist will carry things with better success then a halting Christian. For his policy, and subtlety will carry him to actions inconvenient;
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but then comes his conscience after, when he is in the middest of them, and damps him that he cannot go forward nor backward.
but then comes his conscience After, when he is in the midst of them, and damps him that he cannot go forward nor backward.
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Therefore the only way is to resolve to live in the world in simplicity, and sincerity.
Therefore the only Way is to resolve to live in the world in simplicity, and sincerity.
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If we do so, we may carry holy businesses strongly. God will assist us therein, he will increase our light, and make our way plain, and clear to us.
If we do so, we may carry holy businesses strongly. God will assist us therein, he will increase our Light, and make our Way plain, and clear to us.
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But if a man be not sincere, but double, and carnal, and pretend love of Religion,
But if a man be not sincere, but double, and carnal, and pretend love of Religion,
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and yet take courses, and do actions that are not suitable to Religion, it will not succeed well, God will curse it:
and yet take courses, and do actions that Are not suitable to Religion, it will not succeed well, God will curse it:
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Why? was it in hypocrisie to others, and in sincerity to them onely? No, that is not the meaning:
Why? was it in hypocrisy to Others, and in sincerity to them only? No, that is not the meaning:
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he will strike him with amazement, he will strike his brain with errours in judgment, &c. There is no pretence therefore to make us live falsly, and doubly in the world:
he will strike him with amazement, he will strike his brain with errors in judgement, etc. There is no pretence Therefore to make us live falsely, and doubly in the world:
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but we ought to live as S. Paul did (let the world be as bad as it will,
but we ought to live as S. Paul did (let the world be as bad as it will,
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or as it can be) in simplicity and sincerity: God will shew himself strong for those that walk uprightly;
or as it can be) in simplicity and sincerity: God will show himself strong for those that walk uprightly;
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he will be wisdome to such:
he will be Wisdom to such:
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but if we walk doubly, and falsly, and make Religion our pretence, God will shew himself our enemy.
but if we walk doubly, and falsely, and make Religion our pretence, God will show himself our enemy.
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Where be your newters then? where be your Politicians in Religion that will keep their Religion to themselves? S. Paul conversed in the world, wheresoever he was, in sincerity, he made shew what he was;
Where be your newters then? where be your Politicians in Religion that will keep their Religion to themselves? S. Paul conversed in the world, wheresoever he was, in sincerity, he made show what he was;
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he walked not according to carnal wisdome: (as he saith afterwards) where be your Nullifidians then that are of all beliefs,
he walked not according to carnal Wisdom: (as he Says afterwards) where be your Nullifidians then that Are of all beliefs,
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and yet are of no belief? that fashion themselves to all Religions.
and yet Are of no belief? that fashion themselves to all Religions.
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And if they be of the true Religion, yet it is their wisdome to conceal it. S. Paul did not so:
And if they be of the true Religion, yet it is their Wisdom to conceal it. S. Paul did not so:
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But I shall have occasion to touch that in the negative part afterward, not in fleshly wisedome, &c. Again, where he saith, My conversation hath been thus, in the world.
But I shall have occasion to touch that in the negative part afterwards, not in fleshly Wisdom, etc. Again, where he Says, My Conversation hath been thus, in the world.
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He means, in this life my conversation here hath been sincere. I will give you a touch on that;
He means, in this life my Conversation Here hath been sincere. I will give you a touch on that;
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though it be not the main aim here:
though it be not the main aim Here:
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yet notwithstanding it may well be touched, That We must while we live here in this world converse in simplicity, and sincerity.
yet notwithstanding it may well be touched, That We must while we live Here in this world converse in simplicity, and sincerity.
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We must not turn it off to live as we list subtilly, politickly, and carnally, and then think to die well. We must not turn it off to live as we list subtly, politicly, and carnally, and then think to die well.
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No, we must live soberly, righteously, and justly in this present world, Tit. 2. Do you think to begin to live well when you are gone hence? No, that is a time of reward,
No, we must live soberly, righteously, and justly in this present world, Tit. 2. Do you think to begin to live well when you Are gone hence? No, that is a time of reward,
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and not a time of work. This world is Gods Work-house, here you must work. This is Gods field, here you must labour.
and not a time of work. This world is God's Workhouse, Here you must work. This is God's field, Here you must labour.
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This is Gods Sea, here we must saile, here we must take pains, we must sweat at it, here we must plow,
This is God's Sea, Here we must sail, Here we must take pains, we must sweat At it, Here we must blow,
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and sowe, if ever we will reap.
and sow, if ever we will reap.
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Doest thou think to carry thy self subtilly, to have thy own ends in every thing here,
Dost thou think to carry thy self subtly, to have thy own ends in every thing Here,
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and sincerity, that serve God and the world by all the means they can. Our Conversation hath been in simplicity, and sincerity in the world. But more abundantly to you-ward.
and sincerity, that serve God and the world by all the means they can. Our Conversation hath been in simplicity, and sincerity in the world. But more abundantly to unde.
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and then when death comes a Lord have mercy upon me shall serve for all? No, thou must converse as a Christian while thou livest here in this world in simplicity, and sincerity:
and then when death comes a Lord have mercy upon me shall serve for all? No, thou must converse as a Christian while thou Livest Here in this world in simplicity, and sincerity:
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God must have honour here by thee; thou must have a care of thy salvation here.
God must have honour Here by thee; thou must have a care of thy salvation Here.
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Doest thou think to have that in another world which thou doest not care for here? Doest thou think to have glory in another world, which thou didst not think of here? Doest thou think to reap in another world that which thou didst not sowe here? Let us in this world stand for the glory of God, openly,
Dost thou think to have that in Another world which thou dost not care for Here? Dost thou think to have glory in Another world, which thou didst not think of Here? Dost thou think to reap in Another world that which thou didst not sow Here? Let us in this world stand for the glory of God, openly,
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and boldly, and for the example of others, for the exercise of our own graces.
and boldly, and for the Exampl of Others, for the exercise of our own graces.
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A true Christian hath his conversation in sincerity in this world. The more too blame the world then to deprave their dealing.
A true Christian hath his Conversation in sincerity in this world. The more too blame the world then to deprave their dealing.
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Why? Because they are lights in the world, and they serve the world to good purpose,
Why? Because they Are lights in the world, and they serve the world to good purpose,
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if the world would take benefit by them: they shine in the world to lead them the way to heaven.
if the world would take benefit by them: they shine in the world to led them the Way to heaven.
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But the world is willing to let them go to heaven alone if they will.
But the world is willing to let them go to heaven alone if they will.
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But if the carriage of Gods Children be like S. Pauls, (as it is true:
But if the carriage of God's Children be like S. Paul's, (as it is true:
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for they are all of one disposition) they converse in simplicity, and sincerity wheresoever they are:
for they Are all of one disposition) they converse in simplicity, and sincerity wheresoever they Are:
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wicked, slanderous, malicious, depraving persons are to blame, that lay to their charge, hypocrisie, and this and that; when it is nothing so.
wicked, slanderous, malicious, depraving Persons Are to blame, that lay to their charge, hypocrisy, and this and that; when it is nothing so.
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They deserve well of the wicked unthankful world, and God upholds the World for their sakes.
They deserve well of the wicked unthankful world, and God upholds the World for their sakes.
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When the righteous are exalted, the City rejoyceth, saith Solomon. Because wheresoever they live, they live not onely in simplicity,When the righteous Are exalted, the city Rejoiceth, Says Solomon. Because wheresoever they live, they live not only in simplicity,
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and sincerity, but they live fruitfully: the City, the whole community, all the people are the better.
and sincerity, but they live fruitfully: the city, the Whole community, all the people Are the better.
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They make the times, and the places the better wherein they live. Because a good man is a publike good.
They make the times, and the places the better wherein they live. Because a good man is a public good.
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The Spirit of God when it makes a good man, it puts him out of himself,
The Spirit of God when it makes a good man, it puts him out of himself,
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and gives him a publick affection: it teacheth him to deny himself, it teacheth him to love others;
and gives him a public affection: it Teaches him to deny himself, it Teaches him to love Others;
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it teacheth him to imploy and improve all that is in him (that is good) for the service of God, and of men;
it Teaches him to employ and improve all that is in him (that is good) for the service of God, and of men;
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to serve God in serving men in the place he lives in.
to serve God in serving men in the place he lives in.
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Therefore malicious, and devillish is the world to deprave such kind of men as live in the world in simplicity,
Therefore malicious, and devilish is the world to deprave such kind of men as live in the world in simplicity,
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but thus, that wheresoever he had lived in the world, in what estate soever he was, he carried himself in simplicity, and sincerity: but to you I have made it more evident, then to any other.
but thus, that wheresoever he had lived in the world, in what estate soever he was, he carried himself in simplicity, and sincerity: but to you I have made it more evident, then to any other.
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Why? because he had lived longer with them; and they were such as he was a Father unto in Christ:
Why? Because he had lived longer with them; and they were such as he was a Father unto in christ:
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therefore, saith he, I have evidenced my simplicity, and sincerity more abundantly to you then to any other.
Therefore, Says he, I have evidenced my simplicity, and sincerity more abundantly to you then to any other.
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Whence we may observe, That A sincere Christian is best where he is best known.
Whence we may observe, That A sincere Christian is best where he is best known.
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It is a note of a truly good, and sincere man to be best where he is best known, (as I touched when I opened the words.) It is otherwise with many, their carriage abroad is very plausible: It is a note of a truly good, and sincere man to be best where he is best known, (as I touched when I opened the words.) It is otherwise with many, their carriage abroad is very plausible:
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but follow them home, what are they in their families? they are Lions in their houses.
but follow them home, what Are they in their families? they Are Lions in their houses.
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What are they in their retired courses, and carriage? they do not answer the expectation that is raised of them abroad, they never pray to God, &c. those that know them best will trust them least.
What Are they in their retired courses, and carriage? they do not answer the expectation that is raised of them abroad, they never pray to God, etc. those that know them best will trust them least.
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It is not so with a Christian, my conversation in the world hath been good wheresoever it hath been;
It is not so with a Christian, my Conversation in the world hath been good wheresoever it hath been;
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but among you with whom I have conversed more familiarly, who have seen my daily carriage, and course of life;
but among you with whom I have conversed more familiarly, who have seen my daily carriage, and course of life;
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among you my conversation was best of all.
among you my Conversation was best of all.
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It is a note of a man that is sincere, that the more he is seen into, the more he shines.
It is a note of a man that is sincere, that the more he is seen into, the more he shines.
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The godly are substantially good, and therefore where they are best known, they are best approved.
The godly Are substantially good, and Therefore where they Are best known, they Are best approved.
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For Christians they are not painted creatures, that a little discovery will search them to the bottom, and then shame them:
For Christians they Are not painted creatures, that a little discovery will search them to the bottom, and then shame them:
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they are not gilded, but gold; and therefore the more you enter into them, the more metall you shall find still.
they Are not gilded, but gold; and Therefore the more you enter into them, the more metal you shall find still.
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They have a hidden treasury, the more you search them, the more stuffe you shall have still:
They have a hidden treasury, the more you search them, the more stuff you shall have still:
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their tongues are as fined silver, and their heart is a rich treasury within them. A Christian he labours for a broken heart still;
their tongues Are as fined silver, and their heart is a rich treasury within them. A Christian he labours for a broken heart still;
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he labours to get new grace, and new knowledge of the Word of God still; and the more you converse with him, the more you see him;
he labours to get new grace, and new knowledge of the Word of God still; and the more you converse with him, the more you see him;
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the more you shall approve and love him, if you be good as he is:
the more you shall approve and love him, if you be good as he is:
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therefore saith the Apostle, I have carried my self well to all, but especially to you with whom I have lived longer.
Therefore Says the Apostle, I have carried my self well to all, but especially to you with whom I have lived longer.
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Therefore as we would have an evidence of our sincerity (which is the best evidence that we can have in this world) that we may be able to say that we are sincere and true Christians, (which is better then if a man could say he were a Monarch, that he were the greatest man in the World,) let us labour to carry our selves in our courses to those that know us best,
Therefore as we would have an evidence of our sincerity (which is the best evidence that we can have in this world) that we may be able to say that we Are sincere and true Christians, (which is better then if a man could say he were a Monarch, that he were the greatest man in the World,) let us labour to carry our selves in our courses to those that know us best,
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and in our most retired courses like to Christians. And not to put on the fashion of Religion as men put on their garments;
and in our most retired courses like to Christians. And not to put on the fashion of Religion as men put on their garments;
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their best garments when they go abroad, and so to make good things serviceable to our purpose:
their best garments when they go abroad, and so to make good things serviceable to our purpose:
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but to be so indeed at home amongst our friends, among those that know us,
but to be so indeed At home among our Friends, among those that know us,
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when we are not awed; (as there is a great deal of liberty amongst friends,) wheresoever we are, let us remember we are alway in the eye of God;
when we Are not awed; (as there is a great deal of liberty among Friends,) wheresoever we Are, let us Remember we Are always in the eye of God;
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and labour to approve our selves most to them that know our courses most.
and labour to approve our selves most to them that know our courses most.
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God knowes more then men, therefore let us chiefly labour to approve our selves to him.
God knows more then men, Therefore let us chiefly labour to approve our selves to him.
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And next to God, let us approve our selves to conscience, fear conscience more then all the Monarchs in the World;
And next to God, let us approve our selves to conscience, Fear conscience more then all the Monarchs in the World;
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because that knowes most, and will be most against us.
Because that knows most, and will be most against us.
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And then again, for others that know our conversations, good men that converse with us, let us approve our selves to them most that have the best and the sharpest judgments.
And then again, for Others that know our conversations, good men that converse with us, let us approve our selves to them most that have the best and the Sharpest Judgments.
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A true Christian, as he loves goodnesse, so he loves it most that it should be in his own heart.
A true Christian, as he loves Goodness, so he loves it most that it should be in his own heart.
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He lives more to God, and to conscience, then to same, and report: he had rather be, then seem to be.
He lives more to God, and to conscience, then to same, and report: he had rather be, then seem to be.
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And as he hates all ill, so he hates even secret ill; the nearer corruption is, the more he hates it.
And as he hates all ill, so he hates even secret ill; the nearer corruption is, the more he hates it.
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As a man hates Toads and venemous creatures; and the nearer they are, the more he hates them.
As a man hates Toads and venomous creatures; and the nearer they Are, the more he hates them.
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The most retired carriage of a Christian is most holy, and best of all.
The most retired carriage of a Christian is most holy, and best of all.
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Again, where he saith, My Conversation hath been in simplicity, &c. to you-ward. Here is a good note for Preachers, that if they look to convert any by their Doctrine, they must win them by their conversation likewise in simplicity and sincerity.
Again, where he Says, My Conversation hath been in simplicity, etc. to unde. Here is a good note for Preachers, that if they look to convert any by their Doctrine, they must win them by their Conversation likewise in simplicity and sincerity.
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Saint Paul being to gain the Philippians to Christ;
Saint Paul being to gain the Philippians to christ;
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he doth it not by words onely, by arguments of Logick, and by perswasions onely to convince the understanding of the truth of that which he taught:
he does it not by words only, by Arguments of Logic, and by persuasions only to convince the understanding of the truth of that which he taught:
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but he demonstrates to them how they should live, Walk as you have me for an ensample.
but he demonstrates to them how they should live, Walk as you have me for an ensample.
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I shew you, that that which I teach is possible, by my practice. I shew to high and low, how I carry my self;
I show you, that that which I teach is possible, by my practice. I show to high and low, how I carry my self;
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My conversation hath been in simplicity, and sincerity. My Conversation hath been in simplicity, and sincerity.
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Those that I would convert by my Doctrine, I labour by my Conversation to gain them.
Those that I would convert by my Doctrine, I labour by my Conversation to gain them.
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So I say, Ministers have here a special direction, how to carry themselves.
So I say, Ministers have Here a special direction, how to carry themselves.
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And others likewise that have a gaining disposition (as indeed we should not stand upon terms of this and that,
And Others likewise that have a gaining disposition (as indeed we should not stand upon terms of this and that,
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but every one labour to gain others) would you work upon others, and gain them from Popery,
but every one labour to gain Others) would you work upon Others, and gain them from Popery,
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& c? Then not onely shew them arguments to convince their judgments, (which must be done, that is certain) but likewise let them see that the things that you speak are possible things, things that you are perswaded of.
& c? Then not only show them Arguments to convince their Judgments, (which must be done, that is certain) but likewise let them see that the things that you speak Are possible things, things that you Are persuaded of.
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And if you be not good, and presse them to goodnesse, you cannot perswade them of the truth of that you speak:
And if you be not good, and press them to Goodness, you cannot persuade them of the truth of that you speak:
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they will think it is not possible; for then you would act it your selves.
they will think it is not possible; for then you would act it your selves.
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But when they see one go before them, and demonstrate it to their eyes, how they should carry themselves;
But when they see one go before them, and demonstrate it to their eyes, how they should carry themselves;
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this is the way to teach them to be sound Christians indeed. But I hasten to the negative part. Not in fleshly wisdome, &c. Here is a secret wipe, a secret taxing of the false Apostles, and Teachers.
this is the Way to teach them to be found Christians indeed. But I hasten to the negative part. Not in fleshly Wisdom, etc. Here is a secret wipe, a secret taxing of the false Apostles, and Teachers.
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My Conversation hath been in simplicity, and sincerity, whatsoever you think of me, Not in fleshly wisdome, as theirs is.My Conversation hath been in simplicity, and sincerity, whatsoever you think of me, Not in fleshly Wisdom, as theirs is.
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Not in fleshly wisdome. ] To distinguish it a little.Not in fleshly Wisdom. ] To distinguish it a little.
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There is a natural wisdome planted in the soul of man, even as there is a natural light in the eye, to see both things that are hurtful,
There is a natural Wisdom planted in the soul of man, even as there is a natural Light in the eye, to see both things that Are hurtful,
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and that are good for the outward man.
and that Are good for the outward man.
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So in the soul of man, (which is his eye) there is an inbred light of natural wisdome, a common light to discern of things, and of creatures:
So in the soul of man, (which is his eye) there is an inbred Light of natural Wisdom, a Common Light to discern of things, and of creatures:
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a natural kind of wisdome, which may be polished, and advanced to a higher degree by experience, and Art:
a natural kind of Wisdom, which may be polished, and advanced to a higher degree by experience, and Art:
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As the eye of the body, it sees better, when it is helped with an outward, with a forreign light. This is natural wisdome.
As the eye of the body, it sees better, when it is helped with an outward, with a foreign Light. This is natural Wisdom.
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There is likewise a Politick or Civil wisdome, gotten by observation, and increased by observation;
There is likewise a Politic or Civil Wisdom, got by observation, and increased by observation;
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and withal, it is a gift of God (though it be a common gift;) As Achitophel's, it was not meerly carnal wisdom that was in him,
and withal, it is a gift of God (though it be a Common gift;) As Achitophel's, it was not merely carnal Wisdom that was in him,
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but he had a gift of policy.
but he had a gift of policy.
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So some men, though they be not truly Religious, yet God gives them a gift of politick wisdome, to be able to discern the difference of things, to lay States and Common-Wealths together, to be able to judge,
So Some men, though they be not truly Religious, yet God gives them a gift of politic Wisdom, to be able to discern the difference of things, to lay States and Common-Wealths together, to be able to judge,
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and resolve, and to execute wisely, and politickly, and prudently. It is an especial gift of God.
and resolve, and to execute wisely, and politicly, and prudently. It is an especial gift of God.
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This the Apostle doth not aime at;
This the Apostle does not aim At;
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neither natural, nor civil wisdome, though it be a gift of God (I say) which is increased by observation, and by other means.
neither natural, nor civil Wisdom, though it be a gift of God (I say) which is increased by observation, and by other means.
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Besides this, there is a spiritual, a heavenly wisdome, whereby the soul having a right end and aime set and prefixed to it, it directs all its courses to that end:
Beside this, there is a spiritual, a heavenly Wisdom, whereby the soul having a right end and aim Set and prefixed to it, it directs all its courses to that end:
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whereby the soul is able to deliberate, to consult, and to resolve on heavenly things, and what hinders heavenly comfort;
whereby the soul is able to deliberate, to consult, and to resolve on heavenly things, and what hinders heavenly Comfort;
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and to resolve upon good duties, and to resolve against that which is ill, to resolve upon all advantages of doing good to the Church,
and to resolve upon good duties, and to resolve against that which is ill, to resolve upon all advantages of doing good to the Church,
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and of all hindrances of our selves, and the Church, and of the places we live in.
and of all hindrances of our selves, and the Church, and of the places we live in.
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It is a heavenly kind of prudence to guide our own waies, yea, and to guide others too.
It is a heavenly kind of prudence to guide our own ways, yea, and to guide Others too.
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But besides all these, there is another wisdome which is here the wisdome of the flesh: which because the flesh hath correspondency with Satan, it is also a divellish wisdome, for the most part.
But beside all these, there is Another Wisdom which is Here the Wisdom of the Flesh: which Because the Flesh hath correspondency with Satan, it is also a devilish Wisdom, for the most part.
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For the Devill plowes with our Heifer:
For the devil plows with our Heifer:
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the most mischief that he doth in the world, it is by the correspondency that he hath with our flesh, our enemy within.
the most mischief that he does in the world, it is by the correspondency that he hath with our Flesh, our enemy within.
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The flesh and Satan do joyne together, and work all strongly with the mischievous policie of the world:
The Flesh and Satan do join together, and work all strongly with the mischievous policy of the world:
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and therefore it is called likewise worldly wisdom. And hereupon Christians that are meere professours and not Christians soundly, some are called flesh,
and Therefore it is called likewise worldly Wisdom. And hereupon Christians that Are mere professors and not Christians soundly, Some Are called Flesh,
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because they are ruled of the flesh: and they are called the world: because they frame themselves to the wisdom, and to the courses of the world;
Because they Are ruled of the Flesh: and they Are called the world: Because they frame themselves to the Wisdom, and to the courses of the world;
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and if you would annatomize them, there is nothing but the world in them, worldly pride, and worldly ends.
and if you would annatomize them, there is nothing but the world in them, worldly pride, and worldly ends.
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And they are called Divells too, as Judas was called a divell; they plot with Satan by carnall wisdome, they yield to Satan;
And they Are called Devils too, as Judas was called a Devil; they plot with Satan by carnal Wisdom, they yield to Satan;
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they savour not the things of God.
they savour not the things of God.
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Men have their name and denomination in the Scripture, by that which they are ruled by:
Men have their name and denomination in the Scripture, by that which they Are ruled by:
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when they are ruled by the flesh, they are called flesh:
when they Are ruled by the Flesh, they Are called Flesh:
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when they are ruled by the world, and the evil examples thereof, they are called the world.
when they Are ruled by the world, and the evil Examples thereof, they Are called the world.
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And when they are ruled by Satan, so far as they are ruled by him, they are called Satan.
And when they Are ruled by Satan, so Far as they Are ruled by him, they Are called Satan.
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One of you is a Devil, saith Christ. Not in fleshly wisdome.One of you is a devil, Says christ. Not in fleshly Wisdom.
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What is meant here by fleshly wisdome? If it be fleshly, why is it wisdome? wisdome is but one; there is but one wisdome.
What is meant Here by fleshly Wisdom? If it be fleshly, why is it Wisdom? Wisdom is but one; there is but one Wisdom.
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Wisdome we know in it self, it is a knowledge of principles and grounds; and deductions, and conclusions from principles.
Wisdom we know in it self, it is a knowledge of principles and grounds; and deductions, and conclusions from principles.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A wise man knowes both the grounds and principles, and he knowes what may be raised from thence:
A wise man knows both the grounds and principles, and he knows what may be raised from thence:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and likewise a man that is truly wise, he not only knowes them, but he knowes how to act them,
and likewise a man that is truly wise, he not only knows them, but he knows how to act them,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how to work, and act his principles, and conclusions to an end. He hath principles, and conclusions, and workings out of his brain;
how to work, and act his principles, and conclusions to an end. He hath principles, and conclusions, and workings out of his brain;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and when he hath done all in the brain, when he hath framed the aime of his principles,
and when he hath done all in the brain, when he hath framed the aim of his principles,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the manner how to act them, then he goes about to work; and a wise man can work answerable to his end, and rules.
and the manner how to act them, then he Goes about to work; and a wise man can work answerable to his end, and rules.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now there is a carnal wisdome that initiated this:
Now there is a carnal Wisdom that initiated this:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for Carnal Wisdome hath aimes, and ends, and principles, and it hath conclusions from those principles,
for Carnal Wisdom hath aims, and ends, and principles, and it hath conclusions from those principles,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and it acts to an end. A true Christian he hath his ends; his aime is supernatural;
and it acts to an end. A true Christian he hath his ends; his aim is supernatural;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to please God in all things, to be happy in another world, to enjoy God, to have nearer acquaintance with him while he lives here:
to please God in all things, to be happy in Another world, to enjoy God, to have nearer acquaintance with him while he lives Here:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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many such subordinate ends, (besides the main end) he hath. And some principles likewise he hath out of the Word of God concerning this end:
many such subordinate ends, (beside the main end) he hath. And Some principles likewise he hath out of the Word of God Concerning this end:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then he hath directions out of the Word of God suitable to those principles.
and then he hath directions out of the Word of God suitable to those principles.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then he sets on working, and all that he works is in order to his end,
And then he sets on working, and all that he works is in order to his end,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and in vertue of the end he propounds.
and in virtue of the end he propounds.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As a man that travels, every step that he goes in his journey, every stepp is in vertue,
As a man that travels, every step that he Goes in his journey, every step is in virtue,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and strength of his first intention, and the end that he propounds, (though he think not of his end in every step) and he consults and asks about the way; and all to that end.
and strength of his First intention, and the end that he propounds, (though he think not of his end in every step) and he consults and asks about the Way; and all to that end.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So it is with a Carnal man too, he that walks after carnal wisdome, Carnal wisdome hath its end,
So it is with a Carnal man too, he that walks After carnal Wisdom, Carnal Wisdom hath its end,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that is a mans self: for a carnal man, himself is the Idol, and the Idolater:
and that is a men self: for a carnal man, himself is the Idol, and the Idolater:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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his end is himself, either in his honours, or in his pleasures, or riches, &c. himself is the Centre into which all the lines of his life fall.
his end is himself, either in his honours, or in his pleasures, or riches, etc. himself is the Centre into which all the lines of his life fallen.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And he hath rules, seek thy self in all things; love thy self above all:
And he hath rules, seek thy self in all things; love thy self above all:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And what then? If thou love others, love them for thy self, as far as they may serve thy turn:
And what then? If thou love Others, love them for thy self, as Far as they may serve thy turn:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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care for no man further then thou canst make use of him for thy self, respect him so far, and no further.
care for no man further then thou Canst make use of him for thy self, respect him so Far, and no further.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But it may be there are many that stand in the way. Then again he hath principles:
But it may be there Are many that stand in the Way. Then again he hath principles:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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undermine them, ruine them, make way to thine own ends by the ruine of as many as thou canst.
undermine them, ruin them, make Way to thine own ends by the ruin of as many as thou Canst.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And if another man's light over-shine thine, that thou art no body to him, Carnal wisdome bids thee deprave him, slander him, back-bite him:
And if Another Man's Light overshine thine, that thou art no body to him, Carnal Wisdom bids thee deprave him, slander him, backbite him:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the more he seems to be vile, the lesse thy nakednesse shall appear: Here is Carnal wisdome.
the more he seems to be vile, the less thy nakedness shall appear: Here is Carnal Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is no envy in goodnesse, in strength and ability; they would have all to be so:
There is no envy in Goodness, in strength and ability; they would have all to be so:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but basenesse is joyned with much envy;
but baseness is joined with much envy;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when it sees another overshadow it, it labours to eclipse him with slanders, and base reports:
when it sees Another overshadow it, it labours to eclipse him with slanders, and base reports:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This is a principle of Carnal wisdome. And hence comes all that working and undermining, secret conveyances, and laying nets for others, as the Prophet speaks.
This is a principle of Carnal Wisdom. And hence comes all that working and undermining, secret conveyances, and laying nets for Others, as the Prophet speaks.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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All carnal wisdome hath carnal ends, and carnal rules, and carnal courses answerable. It consults upon the attaining of its end, it deliberates and consults, and shrewdly too:
All carnal Wisdom hath carnal ends, and carnal rules, and carnal courses answerable. It consults upon the attaining of its end, it deliberates and consults, and shrewdly too:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for it is whetted by Satan.
for it is whetted by Satan.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then it goes with the stream of the world, and therefore it is carried very strongly towards its end. And then it resolves strongly:
And then it Goes with the stream of the world, and Therefore it is carried very strongly towards its end. And then it resolves strongly:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because fleshly wisdom usually is with the times. And then it executes: God suffers it oft-times to come to execution, and to enjoy its plots, and projects.
Because fleshly Wisdom usually is with the times. And then it executes: God suffers it ofttimes to come to execution, and to enjoy its plots, and projects.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore in regard that it hath the same passages (though in a contrary kind) with other wisdome:
And Therefore in regard that it hath the same passages (though in a contrary kind) with other Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is called wisdome, though indeed it be not wisdome; and thereupon it hath a diminishing term here, it is fleshly wisdome.
it is called Wisdom, though indeed it be not Wisdom; and thereupon it hath a diminishing term Here, it is fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So that that which should rule all, is ruled by base, earthly things.
So that that which should Rule all, is ruled by base, earthly things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now this wisdome is called fleshly, because it is led with reasons from the flesh, and it tends to the maintenance of the flesh;
Now this Wisdom is called fleshly, Because it is led with Reasons from the Flesh, and it tends to the maintenance of the Flesh;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it comes from it, and it tends to it. I take not flesh here, for one part of a man, his body:
it comes from it, and it tends to it. I take not Flesh Here, for one part of a man, his body:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but for the unregenerate part, which is carried to changeable things, to the creature, and sets up some creature (to be an Idol) instead of the Creator Blessed for evermore.
but for the unregenerate part, which is carried to changeable things, to the creature, and sets up Some creature (to be an Idol) instead of the Creator Blessed for evermore.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And that from this reason, because the creature, the things below are near to us, and pleasant to us:
And that from this reason, Because the creature, the things below Are near to us, and pleasant to us:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and because we are brought up in these delights of the creature that are sensible;
and Because we Are brought up in these delights of the creature that Are sensible;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore the flesh, the baser part is ready to draw away the soul to the delights of it;
and Therefore the Flesh, the baser part is ready to draw away the soul to the delights of it;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because the delights of it are pleasant, and we are trained up in them from the beginning of our life to the end of it.
Because the delights of it Are pleasant, and we Are trained up in them from the beginning of our life to the end of it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now these things below, the profits, and pleasures, and honours, they work first upon the senses, upon the outward man:
Now these things below, the profits, and pleasures, and honours, they work First upon the Senses, upon the outward man:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and from the senses they ascend to the fancy, and imagination, and that being carnal by nature esteems more highly of them then there is cause.
and from the Senses they ascend to the fancy, and imagination, and that being carnal by nature esteems more highly of them then there is cause.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And esteems of the contrary to these as the greatest ills: Oh, poverty is worse then hell to a carnal man;
And esteems of the contrary to these as the greatest ills: O, poverty is Worse then hell to a carnal man;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and he had rather be dead, then be disgraced; he had rather damne his soul, then to be denied of his pleasure:
and he had rather be dead, then be disgraced; he had rather damn his soul, then to be denied of his pleasure:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Imagination makes them such great things, and the Devil helps Imagination, he hath much affinity with that part, with the Imagination:
Imagination makes them such great things, and the devil helps Imagination, he hath much affinity with that part, with the Imagination:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Imagination (when men have strong conceits of these things) that labours to draw the will and affections to it self, to sway that part:
and Imagination (when men have strong conceits of these things) that labours to draw the will and affections to it self, to sway that part:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so that the will, the commanding part of the soul, for the most part it yields to these Imaginations of base things:
so that the will, the commanding part of the soul, for the most part it yields to these Imaginations of base things:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it conceives of them highly, and the contrary to be vile, and base. And hereupon the will comes to approve of these things, and to choose these things:
it conceives of them highly, and the contrary to be vile, and base. And hereupon the will comes to approve of these things, and to choose these things:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yea, and the understanding part it self, that blessed spark of wisdome that is left in us, capable of better things,
yea, and the understanding part it self, that blessed spark of Wisdom that is left in us, capable of better things,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and fit for the Image of God: yet that, by our corruption, being stripped of the grace it had in the creation,
and fit for the Image of God: yet that, by our corruption, being stripped of the grace it had in the creation,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and now being under original corruption, being under the Law of sin;
and now being under original corruption, being under the Law of since;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1668
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it is led by a carnal will and Imagination, and by sense, and is ruled by them.
it is led by a carnal will and Imagination, and by sense, and is ruled by them.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The soul of man while we live here is between things better then it self, and worse then it self, meaner then it self.
The soul of man while we live Here is between things better then it self, and Worse then it self, meaner then it self.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now by corruption it cleaves to things meaner then it self, it is witty to devise them, it is willing to chuse them, it delights in them, it bathes it self in them:
Now by corruption it cleaves to things meaner then it self, it is witty to devise them, it is willing to choose them, it delights in them, it baths it self in them:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so that whereas it should rule the body, the body and the lower parts rule the soul.
so that whereas it should Rule the body, the body and the lower parts Rule the soul.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1669
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When it yields to that which is better then it self, to the sanctifying Spirit of God,
When it yields to that which is better then it self, to the sanctifying Spirit of God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to the Word of God, and is cloathed with the Image of God, when it yields to better things,
and to the Word of God, and is clothed with the Image of God, when it yields to better things,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then they raise it to a degree of excellency even above it self when it was at the best:
then they raise it to a degree of excellency even above it self when it was At the best:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for a man that is in Christ, that hath the Image of Christ upon him (in some sort) is better then Adam was in innocency; his estate is more sure:
for a man that is in christ, that hath the Image of christ upon him (in Some sort) is better then Adam was in innocency; his estate is more sure:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the dignity he is advanced to by Christ is greater then he should have had if he had stood still in Adam. This is the condition of the soul:
and the dignity he is advanced to by christ is greater then he should have had if he had stood still in Adam. This is the condition of the soul:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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an excellent creature, it is capable of the Image and likenesse of Christ, and of God, capable of all grace.
an excellent creature, it is capable of the Image and likeness of christ, and of God, capable of all grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, if it submit it self to base creatures, it becomes even as them;
Again, if it submit it self to base creatures, it becomes even as them;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1670
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and therefore men are called the world, they are called flesh, they are called after that which leads them:
and Therefore men Are called the world, they Are called Flesh, they Are called After that which leads them:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the very soul it self (as it were) is flesh. For as the very body of a holy man in some sort is spirit;
the very soul it self (as it were) is Flesh. For as the very body of a holy man in Some sort is Spirit;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and every thing in him is spirit:
and every thing in him is Spirit:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as it shall be at the day of Judgment (as S. Paul saith, it shall be raised a spiritual body:
as it shall be At the day of Judgement (as S. Paul Says, it shall be raised a spiritual body:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because it shall be subject to the motions of the Spirit of God in all things:
Because it shall be Subject to the motions of the Spirit of God in all things:
c-acp pn31 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2:
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1670
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and it shall not be supported by bodily meanes. Now the very soul is bodily and carnal:
and it shall not be supported by bodily means. Now the very soul is bodily and carnal:
cc pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp j n2. av dt j n1 vbz j cc j:
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1670
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such a degeneration is wrought in man since the fall:
such a degeneration is wrought in man since the fallen:
d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1:
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1670
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he makes his soul that was given to guide him in this world, and which is made apprehensive of better things;
he makes his soul that was given to guide him in this world, and which is made apprehensive of better things;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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of the things of another world: this soul he makes it the bawd to serve his base lusts and pleasures. Not in fleshly wisdome.
of the things of Another world: this soul he makes it the bawd to serve his base Lustiest and pleasures. Not in fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1670
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Now wisdome is a middle word, it may be either spiritual, or carnal, as the man is in whom it is.
Now Wisdom is a middle word, it may be either spiritual, or carnal, as the man is in whom it is.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1671
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If a man have moral honesty in him, and good things in him that way, it makes him a good Politician, a wise man, usefull in his place:
If a man have moral honesty in him, and good things in him that Way, it makes him a good Politician, a wise man, useful in his place:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and God useth such kind of men in the world, and they have their reward here, they are advanced, &c.
and God uses such kind of men in the world, and they have their reward Here, they Are advanced, etc.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But if it light in a divellish nature, in a crooked oblique nature, then it is malicious divellish wisdome.
But if it Light in a devilish nature, in a crooked oblique nature, then it is malicious devilish Wisdom.
cc-acp cs pn31 vvb p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j j n1, cs pn31 vbz j j n1.
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1672
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And, note this by the way. All men that have flesh in them, have not fleshly wisdome:
And, note this by the Way. All men that have Flesh in them, have not fleshly Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1673
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for some are carried with the flesh, with the rage of fleshly lusts, as the swine in the Gospel were carried headlong into the Sea, they are carried by their lusts to hell,
for Some Are carried with the Flesh, with the rage of fleshly Lustiest, as the Swine in the Gospel were carried headlong into the Sea, they Are carried by their Lustiest to hell,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1673
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as your common swaggerers, and roarers:
as your Common swaggerers, and roarers:
c-acp po22 j n2, cc n2:
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1673
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that so they may escape the danger of the Lawes, they care not for God nor man; irregular wild persons.
that so they may escape the danger of the Laws, they care not for God nor man; irregular wild Persons.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1673
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These have flesh, they are ruled by the flesh, but they have not so much as fleshly wisdome: for they take courses to overthrow themselves in the world, to overthrow their names, and their bodies and all.
These have Flesh, they Are ruled by the Flesh, but they have not so much as fleshly Wisdom: for they take courses to overthrow themselves in the world, to overthrow their names, and their bodies and all.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1673
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They have not so much as policy in them, their lusts so reign in them.
They have not so much as policy in them, their Lustiest so Reign in them.
pns32 vhb xx av av-d c-acp n1 p-acp pno32, po32 n2 av vvi p-acp pno32.
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1673
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Such wretches we have oft-times amongst us that think themselves some body, but they have not so much as Carnal wisdome in them to carry themselves better then a Devill.
Such wretches we have ofttimes among us that think themselves Some body, but they have not so much as Carnal Wisdom in them to carry themselves better then a devil.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1673
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Now, in other men the flesh hath a wisdome that carries them not after this fashion;
Now, in other men the Flesh hath a Wisdom that carries them not After this fashion;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1674
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but it whets their wits, and they are as bad in another kind.
but it whets their wits, and they Are as bad in Another kind.
cc-acp pn31 vvz po32 n2, cc pns32 vbr a-acp j p-acp j-jn n1.
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1674
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As, take the same man, when he is young he is carried by his brutish lusts, without any wisdome at all,
As, take the same man, when he is young he is carried by his brutish Lustiest, without any Wisdom At all,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1674
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even as the hurry of his lusts carry him, and transport him: when he growes old he is carried subtilly with the wisdom of the world.
even as the hurry of his Lustiest carry him, and transport him: when he grows old he is carried subtly with the Wisdom of the world.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1674
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He is alway under lusts, alway under the flesh: when he is young he is carried with base lusts;
He is always under Lustiest, always under the Flesh: when he is young he is carried with base Lustiest;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1674
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and when he is old he is under the flesh, and fleshly wisdome still;
and when he is old he is under the Flesh, and fleshly Wisdom still;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1674
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he is carried with slavish covetousnesse to the world, as formerly he was subject to base lusts in his youth: all this is naught.
he is carried with slavish covetousness to the world, as formerly he was Subject to base Lustiest in his youth: all this is nought.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1674
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Where these differ in the subject, in the person usually the base lust serves the witty:
Where these differ in the Subject, in the person usually the base lust serves the witty:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1675
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those that are carried with base lusts, they are subject, and inthralled, and over-ruled by those that are carried with the wisdome of the flesh.
those that Are carried with base Lustiest, they Are Subject, and enthralled, and overruled by those that Are carried with the Wisdom of the Flesh.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1675
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As your subtile men, your Usurers, and subtile oppressours, great witty men, they make other men serviceable to their turn, other men are slaves to them.
As your subtle men, your Usurers, and subtle Oppressors's, great witty men, they make other men serviceable to their turn, other men Are slaves to them.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1675
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But to come nearer that that I mean to stand on. My Conversation hath not been in fleshly wisdome.
But to come nearer that that I mean to stand on. My Conversation hath not been in fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1676
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You may see by the Coherence (which I will not dwell on) what to judge of fleshly wisdome.
You may see by the Coherence (which I will not dwell on) what to judge of fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1677
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Fleshly wisdome is, where there is no simplicity nor sincerity: because he opposeth them here.Fleshly Wisdom is, where there is no simplicity nor sincerity: Because he Opposeth them Here.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1678
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Where fleshly wisdome is, there is neither simplicity nor sincerity. For take a subtile wise man, he is all out-side,
Where fleshly Wisdom is, there is neither simplicity nor sincerity. For take a subtle wise man, he is all outside,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1678
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and there is no simplicity in him.
and there is no simplicity in him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1678
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He that is not wise to God, but to the world, he wraps himself in ceremonies in matters of Religion,
He that is not wise to God, but to the world, he wraps himself in ceremonies in matters of Religion,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1678
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and studies the out-side of things to approve himself to the world, and to attain his own ends;
and studies the outside of things to approve himself to the world, and to attain his own ends;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1678
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but there is no simplicity or sincerity: he that is wise to the world hath no respect to God.
but there is no simplicity or sincerity: he that is wise to the world hath no respect to God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1678
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Sincerity hath an eye to God; and a sincere man as far as he is sincere hath an eye to God,
Sincerity hath an eye to God; and a sincere man as Far as he is sincere hath an eye to God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1679
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and he doth this and that because God seeth him, and because God is leased with it:
and he does this and that Because God sees him, and Because God is leased with it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1679
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but he that works according to fleshly wisdome, he hath aimes contrary and distinct to that:
but he that works according to fleshly Wisdom, he hath aims contrary and distinct to that:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1679
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therefore the Apostle saith, We walk in the sincerity of God, (as it is in the original) and not according to fleshly wisdome.
Therefore the Apostle Says, We walk in the sincerity of God, (as it is in the original) and not according to fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1679
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So you may know from the opposition, that fleshly wisdome is where there is no sincerity.
So you may know from the opposition, that fleshly Wisdom is where there is no sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1680
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Where there is no love to God or to men, There is no simplicity, all is for shew;
Where there is no love to God or to men, There is no simplicity, all is for show;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1680
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and where there is all for shew, there is double carriage, not in simplicity aiming at Gods glory;
and where there is all for show, there is double carriage, not in simplicity aiming At God's glory;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1680
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there is fleshly wisdome. That for the Connexion.
there is fleshly Wisdom. That for the Connexion.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1680
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But the point of Doctrine proper to the place is this, That Gods Children have another manner of rule to live by then the world:
But the point of Doctrine proper to the place is this, That God's Children have Another manner of Rule to live by then the world:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1681
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the rule that a godly wise man goeth by, is not fleshly wisdom.
the Rule that a godly wise man Goes by, is not fleshly Wisdom.
dt n1 cst dt j j n1 vvz p-acp, vbz xx j n1.
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1681
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A man that looks for any joy, that lookes to be in the blessed estate that Saint Paul here was in, he must not be ruled by fleshly wisdome.
A man that looks for any joy, that looks to be in the blessed estate that Saint Paul Here was in, he must not be ruled by fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1682
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Our Conversation (saith he) in the World hath not been in fleshly wisdome. Our Conversation (Says he) in the World hath not been in fleshly Wisdom.
po12 n1 (vvz pns31) p-acp dt n1 vhz xx vbn p-acp j n1.
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1682
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Saint Paul no question but he had flesh in him, and likewise he had fleshly wisdome:
Saint Paul no question but he had Flesh in him, and likewise he had fleshly Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1682
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because flesh is in all parts, and it mingles it self with all graces.
Because Flesh is in all parts, and it mingles it self with all graces.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1682
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In the understanding there is light and darknesse, in the will there is rebellion and pliablenesse to God:
In the understanding there is Light and darkness, in the will there is rebellion and pliableness to God:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1682
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So Saint Paul had the stirrings of fleshly wisdome in him.
So Saint Paul had the stirrings of fleshly Wisdom in him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1682
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When he was in danger, no doubt but the flesh would stir in him, you may avoid it by shifts if you will.
When he was in danger, no doubt but the Flesh would stir in him, you may avoid it by shifts if you will.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1682
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And when he was before great ones, you may flatter and betray the truth if you will.
And when he was before great ones, you may flatter and betray the truth if you will.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1682
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No doubt but Saint Paul, as he expresseth him himself, Rom. 7. as he had a conflict in himself in other regards:
No doubt but Saint Paul, as he Expresses him himself, Rom. 7. as he had a conflict in himself in other regards:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1683
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so there was a conflict between wisdome, and wisdome: the wisdome of the flesh did stirre against the wisdome of the Spirit.
so there was a conflict between Wisdom, and Wisdom: the Wisdom of the Flesh did stir against the Wisdom of the Spirit.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1683
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I but it is one thing to have fleshly wisdome in us, and it is another thing to make it our rule.
I but it is one thing to have fleshly Wisdom in us, and it is Another thing to make it our Rule.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is one thing to have flesh in us, and another thing to be in the flesh, as the Scripture-phrase is.
It is one thing to have Flesh in us, and Another thing to be in the Flesh, as the Scripture phrase is.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This conflict wondrously afflicted Saint Paul, no doubt but it was one sharp conflict.
This conflict wondrously afflicted Saint Paul, no doubt but it was one sharp conflict.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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No question but carnal wisdome set S Paul to shift for himself many times, but by the power of the Spirit he checked it and kept it under; it was not his rule.
No question but carnal Wisdom Set S Paul to shift for himself many times, but by the power of the Spirit he checked it and kept it under; it was not his Rule.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now the reasons of this Doctrine (That the godly guide not themselves by fleshly wisdome, which hath worldly aimes,
Now the Reasons of this Doctrine (That the godly guide not themselves by fleshly Wisdom, which hath worldly aims,
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and carnal means to bring those aimes to passe,) they are:
and carnal means to bring those aims to pass,) they Are:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First, Because Gods Children will not cherish that in them, and make that their rule which is contrary to God, which is enmity to God:
First, Because God's Children will not cherish that in them, and make that their Rule which is contrary to God, which is enmity to God:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but this carnal wisdome which proules for the world, and looks for ease, and profit,
but this carnal Wisdom which proules for the world, and looks for ease, and profit,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and pleasure, it is enmity to God, Rom. 8 6, 7, 8. the Apostle proves it at large.
and pleasure, it is enmity to God, Rom. 8 6, 7, 8. the Apostle Proves it At large.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They being subject to God, Children of God;
They being Subject to God, Children of God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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being under him in all kind of subjection, as servants, as Children, as spouses, they will not cherish that which is rebellion to God, which is not subject to God, neither can be:
being under him in all kind of subjection, as Servants, as Children, as Spouses, they will not cherish that which is rebellion to God, which is not Subject to God, neither can be:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as we may say, a Papist that is Jesuited, he is neither a good Subject, nor can be:
as we may say, a Papist that is Jesuited, he is neither a good Subject, nor can be:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so the wisdome of the flesh neither is it subject to God, nor can be subject;
so the Wisdom of the Flesh neither is it Subject to God, nor can be Subject;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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in the nature of it, it is rebellion.
in the nature of it, it is rebellion.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is Gods enemy, it withstands all the Articles that he hath given us to believe:
It is God's enemy, it withstands all the Articles that he hath given us to believe:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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fleshly wisdome hath some opposition against all truth; it opposeth every command that God gives us to obey:
fleshly Wisdom hath Some opposition against all truth; it Opposeth every command that God gives us to obey:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is something in flesh and blood to withstand every command: it is the greatest enemy that God hath.
there is something in Flesh and blood to withstand every command: it is the greatest enemy that God hath.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is redeemed from the base conversation he was in before.
he is redeemed from the base Conversation he was in before.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And as it is an enemy to God, so it is to us; it is contrary to our good;
And as it is an enemy to God, so it is to us; it is contrary to our good;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is death, the wisdome of the flesh, Rom. 8. Saith the Apostle, Rom. 7. The flesh deceived me, and slew me. It is death, the Wisdom of the Flesh, Rom. 8. Says the Apostle, Rom. 7. The Flesh deceived me, and slew me.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is no wise man will cherish that which is death, and which is Gods enemy, and his own too.
There is no wise man will cherish that which is death, and which is God's enemy, and his own too.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The wisdome of the flesh as it is opposite to Gods Spirit, a rebel, and an enemy to him:
The Wisdom of the Flesh as it is opposite to God's Spirit, a rebel, and an enemy to him:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so it is death to a Christian, and therefore be will not frame his course of life by it.
so it is death to a Christian, and Therefore be will not frame his course of life by it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It brings us to eternal death, it betrayes us to Satan. Sampson could have had no harm, had not Dalilah betrayed him:
It brings us to Eternal death, it betrays us to Satan. Sampson could have had no harm, had not Delilah betrayed him:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so the Devil could not hurt us, unlesse it were for fleshly widome: the Devil is not such an enemy to a man as his own fleshly wisdome.
so the devil could not hurt us, unless it were for fleshly widome: the devil is not such an enemy to a man as his own fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, a Christian knowes that as it is contrary to God, and contrary to his good;
Again, a Christian knows that as it is contrary to God, and contrary to his good;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so it is base and unworthy as well as dangerous.
so it is base and unworthy as well as dangerous.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is base and unworthy for a Christian, that is an heir of heaven, that is raised to be a Child of God, to abase his wits, to proule for the world;
It is base and unworthy for a Christian, that is an heir of heaven, that is raised to be a Child of God, to abase his wits, to proule for the world;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how base and unworthy is it for him to seek the things below that is born again to an inheritance immortal, and undefiled, that is reserved for him in Heaven?
how base and unworthy is it for him to seek the things below that is born again to an inheritance immortal, and undefiled, that is reserved for him in Heaven?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How unworthy is it for him that hath his understanding, and all his inward parts and powers dedicated and consecrated to God, to make his understanding a bawd for the base purposes of the flesh? The high indignity of the thing makes the Child of God ashamed to be ruled by the flesh, to prostitute the strength of his soul to the flesh:
How unworthy is it for him that hath his understanding, and all his inward parts and Powers dedicated and consecrated to God, to make his understanding a bawd for the base Purposes of the Flesh? The high indignity of the thing makes the Child of God ashamed to be ruled by the Flesh, to prostitute the strength of his soul to the Flesh:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to make his soul that should carry the Image of God, to carry the Image of the Devil:
to make his soul that should carry the Image of God, to carry the Image of the devil:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to make his wit and understanding a bawd to accomplish earthly things which God hath sanctified to attain grace and comfort in this world,
to make his wit and understanding a bawd to accomplish earthly things which God hath sanctified to attain grace and Comfort in this world,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to live as a Christian should do, that he may die with comfort, and enjoy heaven.
and to live as a Christian should do, that he may die with Comfort, and enjoy heaven.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, Gods Children will not be ruled by that which they should mortifie and subdue; but this wisdome of the flesh is the object of mortification: they are redeemed from it.
Again, God's Children will not be ruled by that which they should mortify and subdue; but this Wisdom of the Flesh is the Object of mortification: they Are redeemed from it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A Christian as he is redeemed from hell, and damnation, so he is redeemed from himself;
A Christian as he is redeemed from hell, and damnation, so he is redeemed from himself;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is redeemed and set at liberty from the slavery of his soul to Satan, to the world, and worldly projects:
he is redeemed and Set At liberty from the slavery of his soul to Satan, to the world, and worldly projects:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What hath he to do to be ruled by him from whom he is redeemed? These things might be amplified at large:
What hath he to do to be ruled by him from whom he is redeemed? These things might be amplified At large:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but you see the truth evident, what ground a Christian hath not to be ruled by fleshly wisdome.
but you see the truth evident, what ground a Christian hath not to be ruled by fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But to make it a little clearer. A Christian hath no reason to be ruled by earthly wisdome:
But to make it a little clearer. A Christian hath no reason to be ruled by earthly Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the yielding to it doth all the mischief in the world; it is the cause of all the misery in the world, unto Christians especially.
for the yielding to it does all the mischief in the world; it is the cause of all the misery in the world, unto Christians especially.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God catcheth the wise in their own 〈 ◊ 〉 (though they be politick and wise) especially if a Christian give way to carnal politick wisdome, God will universally shame him.
God Catches the wise in their own 〈 ◊ 〉 (though they be politic and wise) especially if a Christian give Way to carnal politic Wisdom, God will universally shame him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I never knew a Christian thrive in politick courses.
I never knew a Christian thrive in politic courses.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When he hath secret conveyances for the world, God crosseth him every way in his reputation, in his projects and purposes.
When he hath secret conveyances for the world, God Crosseth him every Way in his reputation, in his projects and Purposes.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But consider, (to amplifie that which I gave in a branch before) what reason hath a Christian to be ruled by fleshly wisdome, when it hinders him from all that is good,
But Consider, (to amplify that which I gave in a branch before) what reason hath a Christian to be ruled by fleshly Wisdom, when it hinders him from all that is good,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if he yield unto it, and keeps him in imperfect good? I speak especially now to those that are not in the state of grace.
if he yield unto it, and keeps him in imperfect good? I speak especially now to those that Are not in the state of grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What reason hath any one of you to be ruled by fleshly wisdome, when it keeps you in the state of unregeneracy? It keeps you perhaps in some good, but it is imperfect good.
What reason hath any one of you to be ruled by fleshly Wisdom, when it keeps you in the state of unregeneracy? It keeps you perhaps in Some good, but it is imperfect good.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You think you are good enough, and that all is sure, and God will be merciful, &c. when as a Reprobate may go beyond you.
You think you Are good enough, and that all is sure, and God will be merciful, etc. when as a Reprobate may go beyond you.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It hinders from good actions with pretences: for fleshly wisdome will tell us there will be danger:
It hinders from good actions with pretences: for fleshly Wisdom will tell us there will be danger:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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you shall be reproached if you do this and that; you shall be accounted thus and thus, and run into obloquie.
you shall be reproached if you do this and that; you shall be accounted thus and thus, and run into obloquy.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It hinders from doing good, There is a Lion in the way;
It hinders from doing good, There is a lion in the Way;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it forecasts this and that danger, it keeps us in imperfect good that will never save us: it objects dangers:
it forecasts this and that danger, it keeps us in imperfect good that will never save us: it objects dangers:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the sluggard that will not set on his spirit to labour; he thinks himself wondrous wise in forecasting dangers;
the sluggard that will not Set on his Spirit to labour; he thinks himself wondrous wise in forecasting dangers;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Oh, I shall want my self, &c. It dulls and distracts us in good:
O, I shall want my self, etc. It dulls and distracts us in good:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he that hath a carnal projecting head, it eats up his soul, that when he comes to pray,
he that hath a carnal projecting head, it eats up his soul, that when he comes to pray,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or to hear, or to meddle with spiritual matters, the marrow and strength of his soul is eaten up with carnal projects,
or to hear, or to meddle with spiritual matters, the marrow and strength of his soul is eaten up with carnal projects,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and he doth things by halves.
and he does things by halves.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Nay, Carnal Wisdome as far as it is in us unmortified, it sets it self against good by depraving good, that we may seem to be mischievous,
Nay, Carnal Wisdom as Far as it is in us unmortified, it sets it self against good by depraving good, that we may seem to be mischievous,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and ill, and wicked with reason. Men are loath to go to hell without reason: there was none that ever went to hell yet without wisdome; a great deal of wisdome.
and ill, and wicked with reason. Men Are loath to go to hell without reason: there was none that ever went to hell yet without Wisdom; a great deal of Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And how doth their wisdome bring them to hell? as in other respects, (which I named before) so in this, it whets the poysonfulnesse of their nature to invent,
And how does their Wisdom bring them to hell? as in other respects, (which I nam before) so in this, it whets the poysonfulnesse of their nature to invent,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to raise scandals, or to be willing to take scandals when they are offered.
and to raise scandals, or to be willing to take scandals when they Are offered.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1699
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A carnal wise man when he knowes that such a degree of Religion is contrary to his carnal projects, he fastneth all the disgrace on it that he can, that he may be the lesse observed.
A carnal wise man when he knows that such a degree of Religion is contrary to his carnal projects, he fasteneth all the disgrace on it that he can, that he may be the less observed.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1700
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Religious he would be, but with a limitation, with a reservation and restraint; as far as may stand with his carnal projects, and purposes:
Religious he would be, but with a limitation, with a reservation and restraint; as Far as may stand with his carnal projects, and Purposes:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1700
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and so much Religion as goes beyond that, and discovers him to be false, and halting, so much he opposeth.
and so much Religion as Goes beyond that, and discovers him to be false, and halting, so much he Opposeth.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1700
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The wisdome of the flesh is bitter and sharp against all the opposers of it,
The Wisdom of the Flesh is bitter and sharp against all the opposers of it,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1700
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and stirres the cursed nature of man to the opposing of that which is contrary to it.
and stirs the cursed nature of man to the opposing of that which is contrary to it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1700
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Take a carnal man, either in Magistracy, or Ministery;
Take a carnal man, either in Magistracy, or Ministry;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1701
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if he be not humbled with pains in his calling, and with the Word that he teacheth:
if he be not humbled with pains in his calling, and with the Word that he Teaches:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1701
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what doth he most hate in the world? what doth he oppose? is there any thing but saving grace? is there any thing but that which God loves most,
what does he most hate in the world? what does he oppose? is there any thing but Saving grace? is there any thing but that which God loves most,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1701
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and which is best for his soul that is the object of his spight, and of his poyson and malice?
and which is best for his soul that is the Object of his spite, and of his poison and malice?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1701
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To be led by this is even as if a man should be led by a Pirate, by a thief, by an enemy:
To be led by this is even as if a man should be led by a Pirate, by a thief, by an enemy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and what can become of that man? to be led as the fool to the stocks, as Solomon saith:
and what can become of that man? to be led as the fool to the stocks, as Solomon Says:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1702
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he is in the way of death:
he is in the Way of death:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1702
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There is a way that seemeth good to a man in his own eyes, but the issues of it are death, saith Solomon; and that is the way that carnal wisdome dictates to men.There is a Way that seems good to a man in his own eyes, but the issues of it Are death, Says Solomon; and that is the Way that carnal Wisdom dictates to men.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1702
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It hinders also from the reforming of ill: Policy overthrowes policy, as we say. Policy overthrowes Common-Wealths.
It hinders also from the reforming of ill: Policy overthrows policy, as we say. Policy overthrows Common-Wealths.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1703
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Tell a man that is in place, You ought to reform this abuse, and that abuse:
Tell a man that is in place, You ought to reform this abuse, and that abuse:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1703
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he is ready to think, Oh, if I be not wary, others will enquire into my life too, and find me out.
he is ready to think, O, if I be not wary, Others will inquire into my life too, and find me out.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1703
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So this cursed policy, this carnal wisdome, it makes men unfruitfull in their places, by forecasting dangers,
So this cursed policy, this carnal Wisdom, it makes men unfruitful in their places, by forecasting dangers,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1704
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and so it hinders from doing good, and from reforming grosse abominations and abuses. So, it hinders from suffering when God calls to it: it forecasts;
and so it hinders from doing good, and from reforming gross abominations and Abuses. So, it hinders from suffering when God calls to it: it forecasts;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1704
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if you be Religious, you must suffer, it will bring your good name in question, it will bring your life in question, it will hazard your estate:
if you be Religious, you must suffer, it will bring your good name in question, it will bring your life in question, it will hazard your estate:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1705
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Whereas indeed all the world is not worth the truth of God, and a man loves not his life that will not hate it in such a case;
Whereas indeed all the world is not worth the truth of God, and a man loves not his life that will not hate it in such a case;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1705
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if it come to case of confession, and standing for the truth in a good quarrel.
if it come to case of Confessi, and standing for the truth in a good quarrel.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1705
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But here fleshly wisdome objects this and that danger: as we see in Spira and others.
But Here fleshly Wisdom objects this and that danger: as we see in Spira and Others.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1706
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And thus man yielding to fleshly wisdome, he growes desperate at length.
And thus man yielding to fleshly Wisdom, he grows desperate At length.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1706
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There are two men in a man (as it were) there is the flesh and the spirit.
There Are two men in a man (as it were) there is the Flesh and the Spirit.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1707
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The flesh saith as Job's Wife said, Curse God and die, or Blesse God and die, read it whether you will:
The Flesh Says as Job's Wife said, Curse God and die, or Bless God and die, read it whither you will:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1707
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there is the murmuring part in the crosse, that bids us curse God: and as Peter said unto Christ, Oh save your selves, this shall not befall you:
there is the murmuring part in the cross, that bids us curse God: and as Peter said unto christ, O save your selves, this shall not befall you:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1707
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pity your self, have regard of your self.
pity your self, have regard of your self.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1707
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The flesh when we are to suffer saith as Eve to Adam, as Job's wife to him,
The Flesh when we Are to suffer Says as Eve to Adam, as Job's wife to him,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1707
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or as Peter to Christ, Oh spare your self, be wise, be wise: And to colour the matter the more, there must be a pretence of wisdome:
or as Peter to christ, O spare your self, be wise, be wise: And to colour the matter the more, there must be a pretence of Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1707
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when as it is the greatest folly in the world to redeem any earthly commodity,
when as it is the greatest folly in the world to Redeem any earthly commodity,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1707
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even life it self, with the cracking of conscience, with the breach of that peace which passeth understanding, and perhaps with the losse of our soules.
even life it self, with the cracking of conscience, with the breach of that peace which passes understanding, and perhaps with the loss of our Souls.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1707
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It is the greatest folly in the world: it is to be penny wise, and pound foolish.
It is the greatest folly in the world: it is to be penny wise, and pound foolish.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1707
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So we see whensoever we are about to suffer, carnal wisdome hinders us. As it hinders us from good, and in good, and hinders us from reforming evil;
So we see whensoever we Are about to suffer, carnal Wisdom hinders us. As it hinders us from good, and in good, and hinders us from reforming evil;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1707
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and in suffering when we are called to it: So it provokes us to evil:
and in suffering when we Are called to it: So it provokes us to evil:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1707
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and that we may swallow down the evil with the greater pleasure, and more deeply, it colours ill with good.
and that we may swallow down the evil with the greater pleasure, and more deeply, it colours ill with good.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1708
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We may thank this politick carnal wisdome, that truth and goodnesse ever goes with a scratched face, that it goes under disgrace, that it goes in a contrary habit:
We may thank this politic carnal Wisdom, that truth and Goodness ever Goes with a scratched face, that it Goes under disgrace, that it Goes in a contrary habit:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1708
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and that hypocrisie goes in its ruffe, in its colours. I say we may thank carnal wisdome:
and that hypocrisy Goes in its ruff, in its colours. I say we may thank carnal Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1708
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for if truth were presented in its own view, it would stirre up approbation from all.
for if truth were presented in its own view, it would stir up approbation from all.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1708
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And if men could see vice, and wickednesse uncased, if they could see it in its own hue, they would all detest it.
And if men could see vice, and wickedness uncased, if they could see it in its own hue, they would all detest it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1708
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Carnal wisdome sees that this is not for the advancing of the projects it hath,
Carnal Wisdom sees that this is not for the advancing of the projects it hath,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1708
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and therefore it disgraceth that which is good, and sets false colours on that which is ill.
and Therefore it disgraceth that which is good, and sets false colours on that which is ill.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1708
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I say, it stirres up to ill, and it keeps us in ill. Carnal wisdome saith, You may do this, you may continue thus long.
I say, it stirs up to ill, and it keeps us in ill. Carnal Wisdom Says, You may do this, you may continue thus long.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1709
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It deceives us with vain hopes of long life. I might enlarge the point.
It deceives us with vain hope's of long life. I might enlarge the point.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1709
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You see then what reason Gods Children have, not to be ruled by fleshly carnal wisdome.
You see then what reason God's Children have, not to be ruled by fleshly carnal Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1710
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By the way, let me give this caution, That oftentimes that is accounted carnal wisdome that is not.
By the Way, let me give this caution, That oftentimes that is accounted carnal Wisdom that is not.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1711
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The weaker sort, they are too blame oft-times to lay imputations upon those that God hath given greater gifts to;
The Weaker sort, they Are too blame ofttimes to lay imputations upon those that God hath given greater Gifts to;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1711
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and they account that carnal wisdome, that is not so, but is spiritual prudence. I must needs adde that caution by the way:
and they account that carnal Wisdom, that is not so, but is spiritual prudence. I must needs add that caution by the Way:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1711
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As for a man to keep his mind, and not to speak against evil in all places:
As for a man to keep his mind, and not to speak against evil in all places:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1711
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The prudent man shall keep silent, saith the Prophet.The prudent man shall keep silent, Says the Prophet.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1711
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The times, and the place may be such, that the prudent man may keep silence, it is best to do so.
The times, and the place may be such, that the prudent man may keep silence, it is best to do so.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1711
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And likewise to be cautelous to prevent danger so far as it may be without breach of a good conscience.
And likewise to be cautelous to prevent danger so Far as it may be without breach of a good conscience.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1712
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Saint Paul, you know, when he was called before the Sadduces, and the Pharisees, he escaped by a shift, it was not a sinful shift;
Saint Paul, you know, when he was called before the Sadducees, and the Pharisees, he escaped by a shift, it was not a sinful shift;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1712
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he said he was a Pharisee, and so he set them together, and they falling into contention, Saint Paul in the mean time escaped.
he said he was a Pharisee, and so he Set them together, and they falling into contention, Saint Paul in the mean time escaped.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1712
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Many things might be done, if we would take heed of carnal wisdome, and that with a great deal of wisdome and approbation too.
Many things might be done, if we would take heed of carnal Wisdom, and that with a great deal of Wisdom and approbation too.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1712
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Jeroboam might have settled his Kingdome, and yet he need not have set up the two Calves in that cursed policy:Jeroboam might have settled his Kingdom, and yet he need not have Set up the two Calves in that cursed policy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1713
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it was foretold that he should have those Tribes, but he would be wiser then God,
it was foretold that he should have those Tribes, but he would be Wiser then God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1713
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and he would devise a way of his own.
and he would devise a Way of his own.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1713
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David might have escaped from Achish the King of Gath, he need not have made himself a fool.David might have escaped from Achish the King of Gaza, he need not have made himself a fool.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1714
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Achitophel might have provided well for himself under David his old Master, he need not have proved a Rebel.Ahithophel might have provided well for himself under David his old Master, he need not have proved a Rebel.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1714
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There is nothing that Carnal wisdom doth, but Heavenly wisdome will do it better if men could light on it;
There is nothing that Carnal Wisdom does, but Heavenly Wisdom will do it better if men could Light on it;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1714
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and God would give them better successe in their carriage:
and God would give them better success in their carriage:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1714
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but there is a way for heavenly prudence (I say,) and that must not be accounted carnal wisdome.
but there is a Way for heavenly prudence (I say,) and that must not be accounted carnal Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1714
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It is for want of this that people are too credulous.
It is for want of this that people Are too credulous.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1715
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Gedaliah, he trusted too much, he was too credulous to trust, considering that men are subject to infirmities, and subject to falsenesse: Gedaliah, he trusted too much, he was too credulous to trust, considering that men Are Subject to infirmities, and Subject to falseness:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is good to be doubtful, to be suspitious sometimes: and it is no carnal wisdome neither.
it is good to be doubtful, to be suspicious sometime: and it is no carnal Wisdom neither.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The very loadstone of a lie is credulity. What imboldens people to deal falsly with men? they know them to be credulous,
The very Loadstone of a lie is credulity. What imboldens people to deal falsely with men? they know them to be credulous,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and weak, they will believe any thing. But for the most part the errour is on the contrary, over much jealousie. Your carnal Politicians are over-jealous:
and weak, they will believe any thing. But for the most part the error is on the contrary, over much jealousy. Your carnal Politicians Are over-jealous:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Jealousie is good, suspition is good, considering that we live in a false world: but not to be over-jealous.
Jealousy is good, suspicion is good, considering that we live in a false world: but not to be over-jealous.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We see Herod he thought, Oh, Christ is born;
We see Herod he Thought, O, christ is born;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and out of Jealousie he kills a number of poor Infants, and his own among the rest.
and out of Jealousy he kills a number of poor Infants, and his own among the rest.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Alas, Christ came not to take away his Kingdom, but to give a heavenly Kingdome.
Alas, christ Come not to take away his Kingdom, but to give a heavenly Kingdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So the Jewes they were very jealous that if Christ were not condemned, the Romans would come and take away their Kingdome:
So the Jews they were very jealous that if christ were not condemned, the Romans would come and take away their Kingdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but that which wicked men fear, out of such jealousie, shall come upon them.
but that which wicked men Fear, out of such jealousy, shall come upon them.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And so the subtilest, and most divellish men in late times that grounded the persecution of the poor Protestants, upon Jealousie, absurd Jealousie:
And so the subtlest, and most devilish men in late times that grounded the persecution of the poor Protestants, upon Jealousy, absurd Jealousy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for they by the rules of their Religion walk in sincerity, it ties them from plotting:
for they by the rules of their Religion walk in sincerity, it ties them from plotting:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and yet out of fear and jealousie, they excercised a world of cruelty against them.
and yet out of Fear and jealousy, they exercised a world of cruelty against them.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And if any man shall but consider and read Stephen Gardiner's letters (a man of a divellish jealousie,) to see out of his wit he projected what hurt would come by suffering the Gospel to remain, it will seem strange.
And if any man shall but Consider and read Stephen Gardiner's letters (a man of a devilish jealousy,) to see out of his wit he projected what hurt would come by suffering the Gospel to remain, it will seem strange.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Alas poor man, the Common-Wealths beyond the Seas, and our own Nation never prospered better then by entertaining the Gospel:
Alas poor man, the Common-Wealths beyond the Seas, and our own nation never prospered better then by entertaining the Gospel:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet this devillish witted man, whose wit was set, and sharpned by the Devil, was in fear and jealousie of the Gospel.
yet this devilish witted man, whose wit was Set, and sharpened by the devil, was in Fear and jealousy of the Gospel.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And God usually punisheth it this way, that those subtile heads that are jealous of those that mean them no harm,
And God usually Punisheth it this Way, that those subtle Heads that Are jealous of those that mean them no harm,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but all the good that may be, usually, they are over-credulous in another kind; they trust those that deceive their trust:
but all the good that may be, usually, they Are overcredulous in Another kind; they trust those that deceive their trust:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they trust those that the weakest, the very dreggs of the people will not trust: they trust those that are notoriously false.
they trust those that the Weakest, the very dregs of the people will not trust: they trust those that Are notoriously false.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God strikes their brains, and besots them, that they trust men that all the world know to be underminers:
God strikes their brains, and besots them, that they trust men that all the world know to be underminers:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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notwithstanding where they should trust, and cast themselves into the bosome of their true-hearted friends, there they are all full of fear and jealousie.
notwithstanding where they should trust, and cast themselves into the bosom of their truehearted Friends, there they Are all full of Fear and jealousy.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But this caution by the way.
But this caution by the Way.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You see the thing proved, that Godly men when they give their names to God, they ought to be ruled by God,
You see the thing proved, that Godly men when they give their names to God, they ought to be ruled by God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and not by carnal policy, or fleshly wisdome; you see the reasons of it.
and not by carnal policy, or fleshly Wisdom; you see the Reasons of it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Use that we will make of it shall be to stirre us up to imitation of the blessed Apostle S. Paul. I speak to them that their breeding and parts have raised many of them I hope from base filthy lusts:
The Use that we will make of it shall be to stir us up to imitation of the blessed Apostle S. Paul. I speak to them that their breeding and parts have raised many of them I hope from base filthy Lustiest:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so that the danger is now of fleshly wisdome. The Devil is more in the brain then in the heart,
so that the danger is now of fleshly Wisdom. The devil is more in the brain then in the heart,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as he said of a Cursed Politician. Many men have the Devil in their head:
as he said of a Cursed Politician. Many men have the devil in their head:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is not altogether in the heart and affections, but in the brain, and there he works his engines;
he is not altogether in the heart and affections, but in the brain, and there he works his Engines;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and politick subtile men, they are the great Engineers of Satan, and that which he cannot do by himself, he doth it by them.
and politic subtle men, they Are the great Engineers of Satan, and that which he cannot do by himself, he does it by them.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore, I beseech you, let us not be instrumental to Satan, who was the first authour of this carnal wisdome:
Therefore, I beseech you, let us not be instrumental to Satan, who was the First author of this carnal Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for by his temptation we offended God, and then came all shifts upon it. You see what shifts came presently upon Satans temptation. Man did naturally affect wisdom; to know good and evil:
for by his temptation we offended God, and then Come all shifts upon it. You see what shifts Come presently upon Satan temptation. Man did naturally affect Wisdom; to know good and evil:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what wisdome did he get after he had fallen? he had wisdome to flie from God:
what Wisdom did he get After he had fallen? he had Wisdom to fly from God:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there was his wisdome, to run from God:
there was his Wisdom, to run from God:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so all the wisdome of a man that hath not grace, it is to shift, to run away from God,
so all the Wisdom of a man that hath not grace, it is to shift, to run away from God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to have helps, and supports against God. A foolish thing it is; as if he could do it!
and to have helps, and supports against God. A foolish thing it is; as if he could do it!
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then another shift of Adam was to cover himself with fig-leaves, a silly shift. And then to translate his fault upon another.
And then Another shift of Adam was to cover himself with Fig leaves, a silly shift. And then to translate his fault upon Another.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So, this shifting of carnal wit it came presently upon the fall. Take heed therefore of carnal wisdome, it is divellish:
So, this shifting of carnal wit it Come presently upon the fallen. Take heed Therefore of carnal Wisdom, it is devilish:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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presently upon yielding to the temptation of the Devil it came in. And that you may not make it your rule, and live by carnal wisdome;
presently upon yielding to the temptation of the devil it Come in. And that you may not make it your Rule, and live by carnal Wisdom;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Consider seriously what I said before, how it hinders you from all that is good; how it hinders you from reforming that which is ill in your places and callings.
Consider seriously what I said before, how it hinders you from all that is good; how it hinders you from reforming that which is ill in your places and callings.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How it stirres up to all that is ill. How it stirres you up to cover ill:
How it stirs up to all that is ill. How it stirs you up to cover ill:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it teaches you wit to do ill, and to cover ill when it is done.
it Teaches you wit to do ill, and to cover ill when it is done.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As we see in David's adultery, what a deal of wit there was to practise it:
As we see in David's adultery, what a deal of wit there was to practise it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then what a many windings and turnings there were to cover it:
And then what a many windings and turnings there were to cover it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but God laid him open, and brought him to shame in this world, being a good man.
but God laid him open, and brought him to shame in this world, being a good man.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And as I said, Who will be ruled by his enemy? If a man be on the land,
And as I said, Who will be ruled by his enemy? If a man be on the land,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and be ruled by a thief that will lead him out of his way, it is extremity of sottishnesse.
and be ruled by a thief that will led him out of his Way, it is extremity of sottishness.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Or if he be on the Sea, and be guided by a Pirate, what good can come to that man that is ruled by those that seek his ruine? Now if a man be ruled by carnal wisdome, he is ruled by his enemy:
Or if he be on the Sea, and be guided by a Pirate, what good can come to that man that is ruled by those that seek his ruin? Now if a man be ruled by carnal Wisdom, he is ruled by his enemy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and if all the enemies in the world should plot to do a man that mischief, that his own head and carnal wit doth him;
and if all the enemies in the world should plot to do a man that mischief, that his own head and carnal wit does him;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he would cry out of them. In Jer. 47. Thy wisdome hath made thee to rebel.
he would cry out of them. In Jer. 47. Thy Wisdom hath made thee to rebel.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is wisdome that makes men to rebel against God;
It is Wisdom that makes men to rebel against God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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too much trusting to tricks and shifts of carnal wisdome, it makes men take contrary courses to God, and so provoke him.
too much trusting to tricks and shifts of carnal Wisdom, it makes men take contrary courses to God, and so provoke him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Are we wiser then he? are we stronger then he? Doth he not daily, are we Wiser then he? Are we Stronger then he? Does he not daily,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and continually make those the butts of his displeasure and wrath, that adventure their wisdome and policy against his wisdome? Yes surely, God delights to catch the wise in their own craftinesse:
and continually make those the butts of his displeasure and wrath, that adventure their Wisdom and policy against his Wisdom? Yes surely, God delights to catch the wise in their own craftiness:
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he delights to overturn the builders of Babel: It is but a building of Babel to reare any thing by politick wisdome contrary to the rules of religion,
he delights to overturn the Builders of Babel: It is but a building of Babel to rear any thing by politic Wisdom contrary to the rules of Religion,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and contrary to the practice of piety; to doe any thing against conscience and honesty:
and contrary to the practice of piety; to do any thing against conscience and honesty:
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to doe any thing against the truth by politick shifts, it is to build a Babel that will fall upon our own heads.
to do any thing against the truth by politic shifts, it is to built a Babel that will fallen upon our own Heads.
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It is like the foolish fire that leads a man out of his way. This foolish fire of carnall wisdome, it leads men to hellish strength:
It is like the foolish fire that leads a man out of his Way. This foolish fire of carnal Wisdom, it leads men to hellish strength:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it makes them forsake Gods light and the light of his Spirit and Word, and follow a false light of their own Imagination and invention.
it makes them forsake God's Light and the Light of his Spirit and Word, and follow a false Light of their own Imagination and invention.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore you see what the Prophet Isay saith of the people that were in those times, Isay 50. that did much plod in tricks of policy, Behold, all ye that kindle a fire, that compasse your selves about with sparks:
And Therefore you see what the Prophet Saiah Says of the people that were in those times, Saiah 50. that did much plod in tricks of policy, Behold, all you that kindle a fire, that compass your selves about with sparks:
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walk in the light of your fire and in the sparks that ye have kindled:
walk in the Light of your fire and in the sparks that you have kindled:
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this ye shall have of my hand, ye shall lie down in sorrow, So, consider this, it falls out oft-times, that God suffers a man to walk in the light of his owne fire that he hath kindled, and in his own comforts:this you shall have of my hand, you shall lie down in sorrow, So, Consider this, it falls out ofttimes, that God suffers a man to walk in the Light of his own fire that he hath kindled, and in his own comforts:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1723
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he will have comforts and a distinct way from Gods wayes: and he will have distinct rules from Gods rule:
he will have comforts and a distinct Way from God's ways: and he will have distinct rules from God's Rule:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1723
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well, well, you have kindled a fire, walk in the light of your own fire, but be sure you shall lie down in sorrow.
well, well, you have kindled a fire, walk in the Light of your own fire, but be sure you shall lie down in sorrow.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1723
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It is the greatest judgement that God can shew in this world, to give us up to our own wits, to our own devices:
It is the greatest judgement that God can show in this world, to give us up to our own wits, to our own devices:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1724
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for we shall wind and turn, and work our own ruine.
for we shall wind and turn, and work our own ruin.
c-acp pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vvi po12 d n1.
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1724
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And that is the hell of Hell in hell, when the soul there shall think with it self, I brought my self hither;
And that is the hell of Hell in hell, when the soul there shall think with it self, I brought my self hither;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1724
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God will be exceedingly justified when men by their own wit shall damne themselves.
God will be exceedingly justified when men by their own wit shall damn themselves.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1724
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When God hath revealed to man, & taught them, this is the way, O man, I have shewed thee what is good,
When God hath revealed to man, & taught them, this is the Way, Oh man, I have showed thee what is good,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1724
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and what doth the Lord require of thee; and what does the Lord require of thee;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1724
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he hath revealed it in his Word, doe this, and doe that, and he hath given conscience to help;
he hath revealed it in his Word, do this, and do that, and he hath given conscience to help;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1724
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and yet out of policie to contrive thy own pleasures, and profits, and advantages in the world, thou hast done the contrary.
and yet out of policy to contrive thy own pleasures, and profits, and advantages in the world, thou hast done the contrary.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1724
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When a mans soul shall reason thus:
When a men soul shall reason thus:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1724
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My owne wit brought me hither, I am damned by wit, I am damned by policie:
My own wit brought me hither, I am damned by wit, I am damned by policy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1724
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a poore policy it is that brings a man to damnation.
a poor policy it is that brings a man to damnation.
dt j n1 pn31 vbz cst vvz dt n1 p-acp n1.
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1724
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Therefore we should beg of God above all things, that he would not deliver us up to our selves.
Therefore we should beg of God above all things, that he would not deliver us up to our selves.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1725
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As Saint Austin hath a good speech, Lord, free me from my self, from my own devices and policy.
As Saint Austin hath a good speech, Lord, free me from my self, from my own devices and policy.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1725
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The divell himself is not such an enemie (as I said) as our own carnal wit:
The Devil himself is not such an enemy (as I said) as our own carnal wit:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1725
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for it is that that betrayes us to Satan: Satan could do us no harm, unlesse he had a friend within us.
for it is that that betrays us to Satan: Satan could do us no harm, unless he had a friend within us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1725
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Therefore beg of God above all things, Lord, give me not up to my own brain, to my own devices: (for man is a beast by his own knowledge) but let thy wisdome,
Therefore beg of God above all things, Lord, give me not up to my own brain, to my own devices: (for man is a beast by his own knowledge) but let thy Wisdom,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1725
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and thy will be my rule.
and thy will be my Rule.
cc po21 n1 vbi po11 n1.
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1725
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Again, if so be that we ought not to make this carnal fleshly wisdome the rule of our life,
Again, if so be that we ought not to make this carnal fleshly Wisdom the Rule of our life,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1726
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then let us have a negative voyce ready presently for it:
then let us have a negative voice ready presently for it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1726
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whensoever we find any carnal suggestion in our hearts, say nay to it presently, deny it presently:
whensoever we find any carnal suggestion in our hearts, say nay to it presently, deny it presently:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1726
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have a jealousie presently when any plot ariseth that is not warrantable by the Word of God,
have a jealousy presently when any plot arises that is not warrantable by the Word of God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1726
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and that is contrary to conscience, and to simplicity and sincerity, presently deny it;
and that is contrary to conscience, and to simplicity and sincerity, presently deny it;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1726
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consult not with flesh and blood, as Saint Paul saith of himself, Gal. 1. I consulted not with flesh and blood.
consult not with Flesh and blood, as Saint Paul Says of himself, Gal. 1. I consulted not with Flesh and blood.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1726
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And when you have any thing to do, (Considering that this is not the rule you are to live by,) or when you have any thing to resist;
And when you have any thing to do, (Considering that this is not the Rule you Are to live by,) or when you have any thing to resist;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1727
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when you have any thing to suffer. Consider what God requires; consider what is for the peace of conscience:
when you have any thing to suffer. Consider what God requires; Consider what is for the peace of conscience:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1727
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consider what is for the good of your selves, and for the good of the Church:
Consider what is for the good of your selves, and for the good of the Church:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1727
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consult with these advisers, with these intelligencers, and not with flesh and blood. Consider not what is for your profit, for your pleasure, for your ease: but resolve against them.
consult with these advisers, with these intelligencers, and not with Flesh and blood. Consider not what is for your profit, for your pleasure, for your ease: but resolve against them.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1727
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Get the truth of God so planted in your hearts, that it may carry you through all these impediments, and all these suggestions whatsoever.
Get the truth of God so planted in your hearts, that it may carry you through all these impediments, and all these suggestions whatsoever.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1727
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And because we cannot do this without a change, we cannot have a disposition contrary to carnal wisdome without a change: (for except a man be born anew,
And Because we cannot do this without a change, we cannot have a disposition contrary to carnal Wisdom without a change: (for except a man be born anew,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1728
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except he be a new creature, he cannot have holy aimes:) you must labour therefore more and more to have the spirit of your mind renewed,
except he be a new creature, he cannot have holy aims:) you must labour Therefore more and more to have the Spirit of your mind renewed,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1728
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and to grow in assurance of a better estate:
and to grow in assurance of a better estate:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1728
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for what makes men carnally to project for this world? they are not sure of a better.
for what makes men carnally to project for this world? they Are not sure of a better.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1728
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They reason thus with themselves, It may be I may have heaven, it may be not;
They reason thus with themselves, It may be I may have heaven, it may be not;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1728
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I am sure of the pleasures present, of the profits present, (although alas, it be but for a short time:) whereas if thy soul were enlightned with heavenly light,
I am sure of the pleasures present, of the profits present, (although alas, it be but for a short time:) whereas if thy soul were enlightened with heavenly Light,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1728
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and thou wert convinced of the excellent estate of Gods Children in this world in the state of grace;
and thou Wertenberg convinced of the excellent estate of God's Children in this world in the state of grace;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1728
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That a Christian is incomparably above all men in the first-fruits of heaven, in the peace of conscience,
That a Christian is incomparably above all men in the Firstfruits of heaven, in the peace of conscience,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1728
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and joy in the Holy Ghost: which is above all prosperity, and all profit whatsoever.
and joy in the Holy Ghost: which is above all Prosperity, and all profit whatsoever.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1728
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And that in heaven (which is above our capacity and reach) every way they shall be happy:
And that in heaven (which is above our capacity and reach) every Way they shall be happy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1728
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if men were convinced of this, certainly they would not prostitute their pates to work so worldly.
if men were convinced of this, Certainly they would not prostitute their pates to work so worldly.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1728
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If they were sure of heaven, they would not so plod for the earth.
If they were sure of heaven, they would not so plod for the earth.
cs pns32 vbdr j pp-f n1, pns32 vmd xx av vvi p-acp dt n1.
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1728
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Let us therefore labour to grow daily in the assurance of salvation, beg of God his Spirit to have your minds enlightned.
Let us Therefore labour to grow daily in the assurance of salvation, beg of God his Spirit to have your minds enlightened.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1729
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And withal (to joyn both together) to see the vanity of all earthly things, which set carnal wisdome on work.
And withal (to join both together) to see the vanity of all earthly things, which Set carnal Wisdom on work.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1730
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For first, outward things they work upon the sense, upon the outward man:
For First, outward things they work upon the sense, upon the outward man:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1730
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profits and pleasures are outward things, and therefore they work upon sense, they work upon opinion:
profits and pleasures Are outward things, and Therefore they work upon sense, they work upon opinion:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1730
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in opinion they be so (as indeed worldly things are more in opinion then in truth).
in opinion they be so (as indeed worldly things Are more in opinion then in truth).
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1730
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A carnal worldly man, he thinks poverty a hell, he thinks it is such a misery: it is not so.
A carnal worldly man, he thinks poverty a hell, he thinks it is such a misery: it is not so.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1730
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Labour to have a right judgmenr of the things of the earth that set carnal wisdome on work, to avoid poverty, to avoid suffering for a good cause. The Devil inflames fancy;
Labour to have a right judgmenr of the things of the earth that Set carnal Wisdom on work, to avoid poverty, to avoid suffering for a good cause. The devil inflames fancy;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1731
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fancy thinks it is a great hurt to be in poverty;
fancy thinks it is a great hurt to be in poverty;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1731
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fancy thinks it is a great good to be in honour, to be in credit, to have great place, that other men may be beholding to us.
fancy thinks it is a great good to be in honour, to be in credit, to have great place, that other men may be beholding to us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1731
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Alas, get a sanctified judgment to see what these things be that set our wits on work.
Alas, get a sanctified judgement to see what these things be that Set our wits on work.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1731
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What are all these things? Vanity, and vexation of spirit. Let our meditations walk between these two;
What Are all these things? Vanity, and vexation of Spirit. Let our meditations walk between these two;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1731
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often think of the excellent estate of a Christian in this world, and in the world to come;
often think of the excellent estate of a Christian in this world, and in the world to come;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1732
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and that will set heavenly wisdome on work, it will make you plot, and be politick for heaven.
and that will Set heavenly Wisdom on work, it will make you plot, and be politic for heaven.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1732
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And then withall see the vanity of all other things, of pleasures, and honours, and profits,
And then withal see the vanity of all other things, of pleasures, and honours, and profits,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1732
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and whatsoever, that we may not prostitute our soules to them which are worse then our selves;
and whatsoever, that we may not prostitute our Souls to them which Are Worse then our selves;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1732
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that our soules may not set themselves on work to project and proule for these things that are worse then themselves.
that our Souls may not Set themselves on work to project and proule for these things that Are Worse then themselves.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1732
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Let this be your daily practice; the meditation of these two things is worthy to take up your cogitations every day:
Let this be your daily practice; the meditation of these two things is worthy to take up your cogitations every day:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1733
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To consider the vanity, the vexation, and uncertainty that accompanies all these things, when you have got them:
To Consider the vanity, the vexation, and uncertainty that Accompanies all these things, when you have god them:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1733
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as we see in Ahab, when he had gotten the Vineyard.
as we see in Ahab, when he had got the Vineyard.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1733
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Besides the vanity of th• …, consider how you have gotten them, and how miserable will you judge your selves presently? How doth God meet with the carnal wits of men in the attaining of things? The wicked man shall not roast that which he took in hunting.
Beside the vanity of th• …, Consider how you have got them, and how miserable will you judge your selves presently? How does God meet with the carnal wits of men in the attaining of things? The wicked man shall not roast that which he took in hunting.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1733
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He hunted after preferment, he hunted after riches, to scrape a great deal for his posterity:
He hunted After preferment, he hunted After riches, to scrape a great deal for his posterity:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1733
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how doth God deal with such? he overthrowes them utterly: and his posterity perhaps they spoyl all:
how does God deal with such? he overthrows them utterly: and his posterity perhaps they spoil all:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1733
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Himself roasted not that which he took in hunting.
Himself roasted not that which he took in hunting.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Ahab got much by yielding to the carnal wisdome of Jezabel, Hast thou gotten, and also taken possession? What became of Ahab with all his plots and devices?Ahab god much by yielding to the carnal Wisdom of Jezebel, Hast thou got, and also taken possession? What became of Ahab with all his plots and devices?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Achitophel and others God may give them successe for a while, but afterward he gives them the overthrow.Ahithophel and Others God may give them success for a while, but afterwards he gives them the overthrow.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Herod, he had successe a while in killing of James, and therefore he thought to work wisely and get Peter too; God struck him with Worms.Herod, he had success a while in killing of James, and Therefore he Thought to work wisely and get Peter too; God struck him with Worms.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Pharaoh in the overthrow of Gods people, saith he, Let us work wisely. How wisely? they were overthrown and drowned themselves:Pharaoh in the overthrow of God's people, Says he, Let us work wisely. How wisely? they were overthrown and drowned themselves:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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their wisdome brought them into the middest of the Sea: Consider the vanity of earthly things.
their Wisdom brought them into the midst of the Sea: Consider the vanity of earthly things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then consider how just it is with God to crosse them either in their own time;
And then Consider how just it is with God to cross them either in their own time;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as the rich fool in the Gospel, when he had riches for many yeares, This night shall they take away thy soul.
as the rich fool in the Gospel, when he had riches for many Years, This night shall they take away thy soul.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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That we may not walk according to the false rules of fleshly wisdome, let us oft think of these things.
That we may not walk according to the false rules of fleshly Wisdom, let us oft think of these things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And to adde another thing out of the Text;
And to add Another thing out of the Text;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You see here that S. Paul rejoyced in this, That his conscience could witnesse that he had not walked in fleshly wisdome: so if you do not walk according to the rules of fleshly wisdome, you shall have this benefit, your conscience shall glory in it.
You see Here that S. Paul rejoiced in this, That his conscience could witness that he had not walked in fleshly Wisdom: so if you do not walk according to the rules of fleshly Wisdom, you shall have this benefit, your conscience shall glory in it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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To make it clear to you:
To make it clear to you:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Take in your thoughts, a Politician upon his Death-bed that hath striven so much for riches, that hath striven to root himself by policy, to attain to such and such places, to obtain his pleasure and delights in the world:
Take in your thoughts, a Politician upon his Deathbed that hath striven so much for riches, that hath striven to root himself by policy, to attain to such and such places, to obtain his pleasure and delights in the world:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what glory, what comfort hath he in this? There is nothing more opposite to comfort then plotting:
what glory, what Comfort hath he in this? There is nothing more opposite to Comfort then plotting:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for, as I said before when I spake of simplicity, the more will there is, the more deliberation and plotting there is in sin, the more is the sin;
for, as I said before when I spoke of simplicity, the more will there is, the more deliberation and plotting there is in since, the more is the since;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because it is done cooly, as we say:
Because it is done cooly, as we say:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so of all persons usually (if their wits be their own) the greatest plotters die most desperately.
so of all Persons usually (if their wits be their own) the greatest plotters die most desperately.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1736
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For then their conscience tells them, that they have set their wits on the rack, to do this mischief,
For then their conscience tells them, that they have Set their wits on the rack, to do this mischief,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1736
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and that mischief, and here his comfort is cooled, his peace of conscience is broken.
and that mischief, and Here his Comfort is cooled, his peace of conscience is broken.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1736
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What comfort can there be, when that which he sinned for, that which he broke the peace of his conscience for, that is gone,
What Comfort can there be, when that which he sinned for, that which he broke the peace of his conscience for, that is gone,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1736
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and he must be taken and hurried away from that; but the wound of conscience, the crack of conscience that remains for ever:
and he must be taken and hurried away from that; but the wound of conscience, the Crac of conscience that remains for ever:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1736
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when he shall think, That for which I sinned is vanished, but my terrour abides for ever?
when he shall think, That for which I sinned is vanished, but my terror abides for ever?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1736
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A man therefore that walks after the rules of fleshly wisdome, he can never say with S. Paul, I rejoyce. But on the contrary, let a man be able to witnesse to himself, as S. Paul could:
A man Therefore that walks After the rules of fleshly Wisdom, he can never say with S. Paul, I rejoice. But on the contrary, let a man be able to witness to himself, as S. Paul could:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1737
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At such a time my fleshly subtle wisdome would have discouraged me from doing good:
At such a time my fleshly subtle Wisdom would have discouraged me from doing good:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1737
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and the wisdome of flesh and blood in others would have discouraged me from reforming such and such abuses;
and the Wisdom of Flesh and blood in Others would have discouraged me from reforming such and such Abuses;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1737
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but I knew it was my duty, and I did it; here now is comfort.
but I knew it was my duty, and I did it; Here now is Comfort.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1737
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At such a time I was moved to such evil by flesh and blood in my self,
At such a time I was moved to such evil by Flesh and blood in my self,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1737
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or perhaps in others (as a man shall never want the Devil in his friends:
or perhaps in Others (as a man shall never want the devil in his Friends:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1737
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the Devil comes to us in our nearest friends,) but I had the grace to withstand it:
the devil comes to us in our nearest Friends,) but I had the grace to withstand it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1737
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I was not led by such, and such rule• … by my acquaintance, or by my own devices;
I was not led by such, and such rule• … by my acquaintance, or by my own devices;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1737
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but I had grace to resist such motions: What a wondrous comfort is this?
but I had grace to resist such motions: What a wondrous Comfort is this?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1737
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There is nothing so sharp in conflict as this, To resist Carnal wisdome, it is the shrewdest temptation that is from carnal wisdome:
There is nothing so sharp in conflict as this, To resist Carnal Wisdom, it is the shrewdest temptation that is from carnal Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1738
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and as the Temptation is the strongest, so the comfort is answerable. When Jezabel shall be offered with her inticements, with her colours, with her paint;
and as the Temptation is the Strongest, so the Comfort is answerable. When Jezebel shall be offered with her enticements, with her colours, with her paint;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1738
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and a man can dash her in pieces, and cast her out of the window,
and a man can dash her in Pieces, and cast her out of the window,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1738
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when a man can maintain sincerity and honesty, what a comfort is this? The greater,
when a man can maintain sincerity and honesty, what a Comfort is this? The greater,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1738
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and stronger the temptation is that is resisted, the more is the comfort, when we come to yield our soules to God,
and Stronger the temptation is that is resisted, the more is the Comfort, when we come to yield our Souls to God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1738
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when we come to our account.
when we come to our account.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore be not discouraged, when you are set upon by Carnal wisdome, by strong reasons of others,
Therefore be not discouraged, when you Are Set upon by Carnal Wisdom, by strong Reasons of Others,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1738
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or subtle reasons of your own:
or subtle Reasons of your own:
cc j n2 pp-f po22 d:
(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1738
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is it against the rule? is it against Conscience? is it against the Word? withstand it:
is it against the Rule? is it against Conscience? is it against the Word? withstand it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1738
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that which is sharpest in the conflict, will be sweetest in the comfort.
that which is Sharpest in the conflict, will be Sweetest in the Comfort.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1738
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Again, if so be that Carnal, fleshly, worldly wisdome (for it is all one, for the flesh is led by the world,
Again, if so be that Carnal, fleshly, worldly Wisdom (for it is all one, for the Flesh is led by the world,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1739
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and both co• … spire together, and hold correspondence to betray the soul, if it) be such an enemy, that it hinders our joy,
and both co• … spire together, and hold correspondence to betray the soul, if it) be such an enemy, that it hinders our joy,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1739
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and comfort, and that it ever we will jo• … we must not be led by carnal wisdome:
and Comfort, and that it ever we will jo• … we must not be led by carnal Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1739
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Then we ought in our daily courses to repent, not onely of grosse sins, but to repent even of carnal devices, and carnal designs.
Then we ought in our daily courses to Repent, not only of gross Sins, but to Repent even of carnal devices, and carnal designs.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1739
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Why? It is the motion, and the counsel of Gods enem• …, and of our enemy:
Why? It is the motion, and the counsel of God's enem• …, and of our enemy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1739
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therefore as Davia, Psalr 37. and Psal 7• ….
Therefore as Davia, Psalm 37. and Psalm 7• ….
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1739
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when fleshly wisdome did suggest to him carnal motions o• … doubting of the providence of God, that he began to think well of the waies of the wicked, that they prospered that were led altogether by fleshly wisdome;
when fleshly Wisdom did suggest to him carnal motions o• … doubting of the providence of God, that he began to think well of the ways of the wicked, that they prospered that were led altogether by fleshly Wisdom;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1739
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he censures himself, (it is the drift of both Psalmes) So foolish was I, and as a beast before thee.
he censures himself, (it is the drift of both Psalms) So foolish was I, and as a beast before thee.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1739
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As indeed, Man is a beast by his own knowledge, as Jeremy saith.
As indeed, Man is a beast by his own knowledge, as Jeremiah Says.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1739
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For all carnal men sympathize either with beasts in base lusts, or else with Devils in politick lusts;
For all carnal men sympathise either with beasts in base Lustiest, or Else with Devils in politic Lustiest;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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either they are like Devils, subtle, or like beasts, brutish in all their courses.
either they Are like Devils, subtle, or like beasts, brutish in all their courses.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1739
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Therefore when any base thought, opposite to the Majestie of God, and his Truth, and to the Spirit of God moving our hearts, ariseth in our hearts, think, This is the motion of mine enemy, of an enemy that lurks in my bosome, of Godsenemy, of a Traitor:
Therefore when any base Thought, opposite to the Majesty of God, and his Truth, and to the Spirit of God moving our hearts, arises in our hearts, think, This is the motion of mine enemy, of an enemy that lurks in my bosom, of Godsenemy, of a Traitor:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1740
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let us renounce it, and be abased, and censure our selves for it, as holy David did, So foolish was I, &c. Crush all thoughts,
let us renounce it, and be abased, and censure our selves for it, as holy David did, So foolish was I, etc. Crush all thoughts,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and devices of carnal wisdome in the beginning.
and devices of carnal Wisdom in the beginning.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We see that the Godly, they ought not, nor do not lead their lives by fleshly wisdome:
We see that the Godly, they ought not, nor do not led their lives by fleshly Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they do not lead their lives altogether by the light of nature, but only in those things wherein the light of nature,
they do not led their lives altogether by the Light of nature, but only in those things wherein the Light of nature,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and reason may be a Judge.
and reason may be a Judge.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For the light of reason, the principle of reason, is given us as a candle in the dark night of this world, to lead us in Civil,
For the Light of reason, the principle of reason, is given us as a candle in the dark night of this world, to led us in Civil,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and in common actions, and it hath its use: but yet natural reason it becomes carnal reason in a man that is carnal;
and in Common actions, and it hath its use: but yet natural reason it becomes carnal reason in a man that is carnal;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1741
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All things are impure to him that is impure, even his very light is darknesse. All things Are impure to him that is impure, even his very Light is darkness.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Not that the light of nature, and that reason (which is a part of the Image of God) is in it self evil;
Not that the Light of nature, and that reason (which is a part of the Image of God) is in it self evil;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1741
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it is good in it self, but the vessel taints it.
it is good in it self, but the vessel taints it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1741
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Those that have great parts of learning, that have great wits, and helps of learning as much as may be, what do they? they trust in them, and so they stain them.
Those that have great parts of learning, that have great wits, and helps of learning as much as may be, what do they? they trust in them, and so they stain them.
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Therefore Luther was wont to say, Good works are good, but to trust in good works is damnable.
Therefore Luther was wont to say, Good works Are good, but to trust in good works is damnable.
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So nature, and reason, and learning they are good in themselves; but trusting in them they become carnal, when a man neglects better rules for them;
So nature, and reason, and learning they Are good in themselves; but trusting in them they become carnal, when a man neglects better rules for them;
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when men scorn Religion (as your Politicians usually do,) then naturall reason in regard of this tainture it becomes Carnal.
when men scorn Religion (as your Politicians usually do,) then natural reason in regard of this tainture it becomes Carnal.
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Not with fleshly wisdome, or not with natural wisdom, as it is a higher rule of life.Not with fleshly Wisdom, or not with natural Wisdom, as it is a higher Rule of life.
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What then shall become of a Christian when he hath renounced that which is in him by nature? when he hath denied his wit,
What then shall become of a Christian when he hath renounced that which is in him by nature? when he hath denied his wit,
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and his will? when he hath renounced a bad guide, shall he have no guide at all? Yes;
and his will? when he hath renounced a bad guide, shall he have no guide At all? Yes;
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For a man is never lawlesse, he is alwayes under some guide or other: a man is alway under one Kingdome or other:
For a man is never lawless, he is always under Some guide or other: a man is always under one Kingdom or other:
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when he ceaseth to be under the Kingdom of Satan, he comes under the Kingdom of Christ;
when he ceases to be under the Kingdom of Satan, he comes under the Kingdom of christ;
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and when he is not led by the flesh, he is led by the Spirit. Gods Children when they have renounced natural, carnal wisdome, they have not renounced all wisdome; they are wise still:
and when he is not led by the Flesh, he is led by the Spirit. God's Children when they have renounced natural, carnal Wisdom, they have not renounced all Wisdom; they Are wise still:
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but they are wise by a supernatural light, they are wise in supernatural things; yea, and in natural things after a supernatural manner:
but they Are wise by a supernatural Light, they Are wise in supernatural things; yea, and in natural things After a supernatural manner:
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They are new creatures, advanced to a higher ranck and order of creatures: so their wisdome is a gracious wisdome when they are Christians.
They Are new creatures, advanced to a higher rank and order of creatures: so their Wisdom is a gracious Wisdom when they Are Christians.
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To shew likewise, that where wisdome failes in us, it is supplyed by Grace:
To show likewise, that where Wisdom fails in us, it is supplied by Grace:
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When a Christian hath renounced carnal wisdome, God leaves him not in the storm in the world as a ship without a stearn, he leaves him not as having no pole star to guide his course by,
When a Christian hath renounced carnal Wisdom, God leaves him not in the storm in the world as a ship without a stearn, he leaves him not as having no pole star to guide his course by,
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but he gives him better direction, he hath the Word of God, he hath the Spirit of God, he hath the Grace of God to guide him.
but he gives him better direction, he hath the Word of God, he hath the Spirit of God, he hath the Grace of God to guide him.
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Therefore after the negative here Not in fleshly wisdome, the holy Apostle tells us how the Child of God is led in his own person,
Therefore After the negative Here Not in fleshly Wisdom, the holy Apostle tells us how the Child of God is led in his own person,
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but By the Grace of God.
but By the Grace of God.
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It is good for Inferiours alway to be under the Government of Superiours, and so God hath framed the world:
It is good for Inferiors always to be under the Government of Superiors, and so God hath framed the world:
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for beasts, because they have no wisdome of their own, they are led, and guided by men:
for beasts, Because they have no Wisdom of their own, they Are led, and guided by men:
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and man because he is (as I said before) a beast by his own knowledge, and hath but a finite, a limited understanding;
and man Because he is (as I said before) a beast by his own knowledge, and hath but a finite, a limited understanding;
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he is guided by a larger understanding, he is guided by God, if he be good.
he is guided by a larger understanding, he is guided by God, if he be good.
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And it is the happinesse of the creature to be under the guidance of a better wisdome.
And it is the happiness of the creature to be under the guidance of a better Wisdom.
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All things in the world are guided to their end; things without life are guided to their end without their privity.
All things in the world Are guided to their end; things without life Are guided to their end without their privity.
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We see there is an end in every thing: there is nothing in nature but it hath its end;
We see there is an end in every thing: there is nothing in nature but it hath its end;
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whereupon comes that saying of the Philosophers, (which is good) That the work of nature is a work of deep understanding:
whereupon comes that saying of the Philosophers, (which is good) That the work of nature is a work of deep understanding:
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not so much as the leaves but they serve to shelter, and cover the fruit from the Sun,
not so much as the leaves but they serve to shelter, and cover the fruit from the Sun,
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and the stormes, that it may thrive the better:
and the storms, that it may thrive the better:
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there is nothing in nature but it is of great use, the work of nature is a work of deep understanding.
there is nothing in nature but it is of great use, the work of nature is a work of deep understanding.
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Now man, because he hath a principle of understanding in himself, he is so guided by the wisdome of God to his end,
Now man, Because he hath a principle of understanding in himself, he is so guided by the Wisdom of God to his end,
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as that he understands his own end himself:
as that he understands his own end himself:
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he is so led by the wisdome of God, as that God hath created a work of wisdome in himself, that he together with God is carried to his end.
he is so led by the Wisdom of God, as that God hath created a work of Wisdom in himself, that he together with God is carried to his end.
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Now, as I said, when we are out of the regiment, and government of the flesh, we come under the gracious Government of God.
Now, as I said, when we Are out of the regiment, and government of the Flesh, we come under the gracious Government of God.
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Therefore the Apostle saith here, Not in fleshly wisdome, but by the Grace of God.
Therefore the Apostle Says Here, Not in fleshly Wisdom, but by the Grace of God.
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The holy Apostle means here especially the particular grace opposite to fleshly wisdome, that is, spiritual wisdome.
The holy Apostle means Here especially the particular grace opposite to fleshly Wisdom, that is, spiritual Wisdom.
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But why should the Apostle here not say thus, Not with fleshly wisdome, but with spiritual wifdome? why should he not say so, rather then thus, Not with fleshly wisdome, but by the Grace of God? why should he put Grace, instead of Wisdome?
But why should the Apostle Here not say thus, Not with fleshly Wisdom, but with spiritual wifdome? why should he not say so, rather then thus, Not with fleshly Wisdom, but by the Grace of God? why should he put Grace, instead of Wisdom?
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I answer, he doth it for heavenly ends.
I answer, he does it for heavenly ends.
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First, to shew that that wisdome whereby we are governed, it is not from our selves, but it is a grace: First, to show that that Wisdom whereby we Are governed, it is not from our selves, but it is a grace:
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he considers wisdome, not so much as it is in our selves, in the Conduit; but as it is in the Spring, in the free love of God.
he considers Wisdom, not so much as it is in our selves, in the Conduit; but as it is in the Spring, in the free love of God.
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It is a Divine consideration, to consider all habituall graces in us, not as they are streams derived to us,
It is a Divine consideration, to Consider all habitual graces in us, not as they Are streams derived to us,
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and resting in us, but as they are knit to a Spring which is never drawn dry:
and resting in us, but as they Are knit to a Spring which is never drawn dry:
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which besides is a free Spring, therefore they are graces.
which beside is a free Spring, Therefore they Are graces.
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And that is the reason of the comfort of a Christian, he knowes he shall never be destitute of necessary strength, of necessary comfort, of necessary direction,
And that is the reason of the Comfort of a Christian, he knows he shall never be destitute of necessary strength, of necessary Comfort, of necessary direction,
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and grace, to lead him to heaven:
and grace, to led him to heaven:
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because those things that are necessary in him, he considers them as graces, not as habits,
Because those things that Are necessary in him, he considers them as graces, not as habits,
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as it was the proud term of the Philosophers to call them.
as it was the proud term of the Philosophers to call them.
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We must consider them not as things in us invested in our nature, but as things that have their Original from the free, constant, and eternal love of God:
We must Consider them not as things in us invested in our nature, but as things that have their Original from the free, constant, and Eternal love of God:
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as, what is so free as Grace? So a Christian looks on his disposition wrought by Grace,
as, what is so free as Grace? So a Christian looks on his disposition wrought by Grace,
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and on every particular grace he hath; as Love, Wisdome, Patience;
and on every particular grace he hath; as Love, Wisdom, Patience;
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he looks to all as Graces, as they come from the free love of God that is constant:
he looks to all as Graces, as they come from the free love of God that is constant:
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for whom he loves, he loves to the end. And his joy is more in the spring then in the stream:
for whom he loves, he loves to the end. And his joy is more in the spring then in the stream:
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it is more in the Sun, in Christ himself, then in grace from him:
it is more in the Sun, in christ himself, then in grace from him:
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therefore the Apostle instead of the abstracted, distinct grace of wisdome, or any such thing, he saith, Grace. There is a savour in the very terms of Scripture, a sweet taste in the very language of the Holy Ghost.
Therefore the Apostle instead of the abstracted, distinct grace of Wisdom, or any such thing, he Says, Grace. There is a savour in the very terms of Scripture, a sweet taste in the very language of the Holy Ghost.
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And then to shew that we are not onely governed by wisdome, but by other graces, to shew the connexion of it with other graces:
And then to show that we Are not only governed by Wisdom, but by other graces, to show the connexion of it with other graces:
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therefore he saith, We have had our Conversation, not in fleshly wisdome, but by the Grace of God.
Therefore he Says, We have had our Conversation, not in fleshly Wisdom, but by the Grace of God.
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for the wisdome of God for us, is larger then the wisdome of God in us.
for the Wisdom of God for us, is larger then the Wisdom of God in us.
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The wisdome that God works in us by his Spirit, it teacheth us to avoid dangers,
The Wisdom that God works in us by his Spirit, it Teaches us to avoid dangers,
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and teacheth us how to lead our lives: but we are led by a higher wisdome;
and Teaches us how to led our lives: but we Are led by a higher Wisdom;
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the Grace of God for us it is higher then that which is in us.
the Grace of God for us it is higher then that which is in us.
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The wisdome of God for us it watcheth over us, it keeps us from more evil,
The Wisdom of God for us it watches over us, it keeps us from more evil,
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and doth more for us, then that which is in us, although that be spiritual and heavenly.
and does more for us, then that which is in us, although that be spiritual and heavenly.
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Therefore the Apostle here, he names not distinctly gracious wisdome, which he mainly intends, as we see by the opposition, Not by fleshly wisdome, but by gracious wisdome:
Therefore the Apostle Here, he names not distinctly gracious Wisdom, which he mainly intends, as we see by the opposition, Not by fleshly Wisdom, but by gracious Wisdom:
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why doth he not say so, but by Grace? Because our Christian conversation it is not onely by wisdome in us,
why does he not say so, but by Grace? Because our Christian Conversation it is not only by Wisdom in us,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but by grace and love, partly in us, and partly for us.
but by grace and love, partly in us, and partly for us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For indeed, there is a watchful providence, there is a waking love about the guiding of a Christian in his course to heaven, that keeps him him in, more then any Grace that is in him.
For indeed, there is a watchful providence, there is a waking love about the guiding of a Christian in his course to heaven, that keeps him him in, more then any Grace that is in him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And a Christian at the hour of death, and at the day of Judgment will be able to say with experience, That the wisdome of God for me hath been more then any wisdome he wrought in me:
And a Christian At the hour of death, and At the day of Judgement will be able to say with experience, That the Wisdom of God for me hath been more then any Wisdom he wrought in me:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though by the wisdome in me, he inabled me to discover many discouragements, to see many wants,
though by the Wisdom in me, he enabled me to discover many discouragements, to see many Wants,
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and to take many good courses that he blessed for me.
and to take many good courses that he blessed for me.
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But his wisdome for me was greater in preventing occasions above my strength, in offering meanes that I never dreamed of, in fitting occasions, and opportunities to me.
But his Wisdom for me was greater in preventing occasions above my strength, in offering means that I never dreamed of, in fitting occasions, and opportunities to me.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The wisdome of God about and toward a Christian is more then any wisdom that is in him:
The Wisdom of God about and towards a Christian is more then any Wisdom that is in him:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For alas, having to do with the divell and with malicious spirits, and with the world, the streame whereofis against grace;
For alas, having to doe with the Devil and with malicious spirits, and with the world, the stream whereofis against grace;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is hard for that beame of wisdom in us, that little wisedome we have, though it be an excellent, spirituall, divine thing:
it is hard for that beam of Wisdom in us, that little Wisdom we have, though it be an excellent, spiritual, divine thing:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet notwithstanding there is a heavenly wisdom that watcheth for us, and gives issue, and successe to all the good we doe,
yet notwithstanding there is a heavenly Wisdom that watches for us, and gives issue, and success to all the good we do,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and turnes away all evill that is above the proportion of Grace, and strength in us:
and turns away all evil that is above the proportion of Grace, and strength in us:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore saith he, Our conversation is in the Grace, and favour of God, not onely in me, but for me.
Therefore Says he, Our Conversation is in the Grace, and favour of God, not only in me, but for me.
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I find experience of grace, not onely the grace that is in me, but of Grace every way for me in all my courses.
I find experience of grace, not only the grace that is in me, but of Grace every Way for me in all my courses.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And that is the reason why weaker Christians are sometimes the safer Christians. Another Christian that is wiser, he meetes with tronbles perhaps.
And that is the reason why Weaker Christians Are sometime the safer Christians. another Christian that is Wiser, he meets with tronbles perhaps.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I but God knowes that he hath but a little proportion in him, and therefore Gods Wisdome is more for him without him. I but God knows that he hath but a little proportion in him, and Therefore God's Wisdom is more for him without him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God doth wondrously for infants and weak persons; the lack in them is supplied by his heavenly wisdom.
God does wondrously for Infants and weak Persons; the lack in them is supplied by his heavenly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And that makes Christians confident, not to take thought what they shall speake, or how to carry themselves (more then is meet) not to have distracted thoughts (I mean) to be discouraged in a good cause:
And that makes Christians confident, not to take Thought what they shall speak, or how to carry themselves (more then is meet) not to have distracted thoughts (I mean) to be discouraged in a good cause:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he thinks I have not onely a promise of grace to direct and guide me,
he thinks I have not only a promise of grace to Direct and guide me,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but likewise the wisdome of heaven for me, to discourage others, to take away occasions of discouragment from me, to offer me encouragments,
but likewise the Wisdom of heaven for me, to discourage Others, to take away occasions of discouragement from me, to offer me encouragements,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to lift up my spirit when occasion serves. This is the comfort of a Christian, that God is his strength:
and to lift up my Spirit when occasion serves. This is the Comfort of a Christian, that God is his strength:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He hath wrought all our works for us, saith the Prophet: he not only works gracious works in us;He hath wrought all our works for us, Says the Prophet: he not only works gracious works in us;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but he works all our works for us. In that the Apostle mentions grace: when his meaning is of the particular grace of wisdome, as the opposition shewes:
but he works all our works for us. In that the Apostle mentions grace: when his meaning is of the particular grace of Wisdom, as the opposition shows:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The first thing that I will observe from it is this, That A Christian stands in need of wisdome.
The First thing that I will observe from it is this, That A Christian Stands in need of Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When he is out of the fleshly government of fleshly wisdom, he stands in need of another wisdom and that is Grace, the Wisdome of God.
When he is out of the fleshly government of fleshly Wisdom, he Stands in need of Another Wisdom and that is Grace, the Wisdom of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We stand in need of wisdome:
We stand in need of Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for alas, what can we do in this world without wisdome? what can we do without light? For bodily inconveniences we have a bodily light,
for alas, what can we do in this world without Wisdom? what can we do without Light? For bodily inconveniences we have a bodily Light,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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an outward light to shew us what is noysome; for reasonable inconveniences that our common wits apprehend, we have the light of reason:
an outward Light to show us what is noisome; for reasonable inconveniences that our Common wits apprehend, we have the Light of reason:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but there be many inconveniencies, many dangers to the soul: now there must be a light of wisdome answerable;
but there be many inconveniences, many dangers to the soul: now there must be a Light of Wisdom answerable;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we need a heavenly wisdome to avoid devillish inconveniencies, and dangers to the soul, which without wisdome we cannot avoid.
we need a heavenly Wisdom to avoid devilish inconveniences, and dangers to the soul, which without Wisdom we cannot avoid.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, there is a necessity of wisdome that is heavenly, when we have renounced carnal wisdome;
Again, there is a necessity of Wisdom that is heavenly, when we have renounced carnal Wisdom;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is such a likenesse between that which is good, and that which is evil, between truth and falshood.
there is such a likeness between that which is good, and that which is evil, between truth and falsehood.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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evil is wondrous like good oft-times, in shew, when a Sophister hath the handling, and the propounding of it.
evil is wondrous like good ofttimes, in show, when a Sophister hath the handling, and the propounding of it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Though there be as much distance between them as between light and darknesse:
Though there be as much distance between them as between Light and darkness:
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yet to the appearance of man, to his shallow judgment they are wondrous like one another:
yet to the appearance of man, to his shallow judgement they Are wondrous like one Another:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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here is need of wisdome to discern, and distinguish between these.
Here is need of Wisdom to discern, and distinguish between these.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, there is wondrous need of wisdome, because there are a great many hindrances from the doing of that which is good;
Again, there is wondrous need of Wisdom, Because there Are a great many hindrances from the doing of that which is good;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is good to have wisdome to see how to remove those hindrances.
it is good to have Wisdom to see how to remove those hindrances.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There are a great many advantages to help us to do good, there is much wisdome requisite to take all the helps and advantages to do that which is good:
There Are a great many advantages to help us to do good, there is much Wisdom requisite to take all the helps and advantages to do that which is good:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and unlesse we have wisdome we cannot take the advantages to do good, as we should.
and unless we have Wisdom we cannot take the advantages to do good, as we should.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, good is not good without wisdome; vertue is not vertue without discretion, when to speak, and when not to speak.
Again, good is not good without Wisdom; virtue is not virtue without discretion, when to speak, and when not to speak.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A fool speaks all his mind at all times, saith the Wise man. A fool speaks all his mind At all times, Says the Wise man.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now to do things in season, to be trees of righteousnesse to bring forth fruit in season;
Now to do things in season, to be trees of righteousness to bring forth fruit in season;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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To speak a word in season it is like apples of Gold with pictures of silver. To speak a word in season it is like Apples of Gold with pictures of silver.
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One word in season is worth ten thousand out of season.
One word in season is worth ten thousand out of season.
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Good is such a thing, that it is never good indeed except it be cloathed with all convenient circumstances;
Good is such a thing, that it is never good indeed except it be clothed with all convenient Circumstances;
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one inconvenience in the circumstance marres the good things.
one inconvenience in the circumstance mars the good things.
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And a world of wisdome there needs, to see the things that are about good actions to help them, or to hinder them;
And a world of Wisdom there needs, to see the things that Are about good actions to help them, or to hinder them;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and if there be helps, and advantages, to know how to use them, there needs a great deal of heavenly light.
and if there be helps, and advantages, to know how to use them, there needs a great deal of heavenly Light.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So we stand in need of wisdome.
So we stand in need of Wisdom.
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As we stand in need of our eyes to walk in our common wayes, so much we need a heavenly eye in our soules, a heavenly light of wisdome.
As we stand in need of our eyes to walk in our Common ways, so much we need a heavenly eye in our Souls, a heavenly Light of Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, we see (by the policy of Satan) that that which is good, the best good, it is hid under evil:
Again, we see (by the policy of Satan) that that which is good, the best good, it is hid under evil:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the best wisdome goes under the name of folly, and unnecessary nicenesse; and the vilest courses go under policy and wisdom.
the best Wisdom Goes under the name of folly, and unnecessary niceness; and the Vilest courses go under policy and Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now there is need of much wisdome to discover things, and to see them in their right colours, when things are thus carried.
Now there is need of much Wisdom to discover things, and to see them in their right colours, when things Are thus carried.
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In a word, such difference there is of things, that there needs a great deal of discerning,
In a word, such difference there is of things, that there needs a great deal of discerning,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and heavenly wisdome, and a greater light then a man hath by nature, to guide him to heaven.
and heavenly Wisdom, and a greater Light then a man hath by nature, to guide him to heaven.
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I need not stand to multiply reasons: you see a man hath need of a great deal of wisdome.
I need not stand to multiply Reasons: you see a man hath need of a great deal of Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And, which is the second branch, as he needs it, So he may have wisdome. He may have this heavenly wisdome:
And, which is the second branch, as he needs it, So he may have Wisdom. He may have this heavenly Wisdom:
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As S. Paul saith here, I walk not according to fleshly wisdome, but by the grace of God;
As S. Paul Says Here, I walk not according to fleshly Wisdom, but by the grace of God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the grace of wisdome he means, according to heavenly wisdome: as he needed it, so he had it.
the grace of Wisdom he means, according to heavenly Wisdom: as he needed it, so he had it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Saint James tells you how you may have it, If any man lack wisdome, to guide his life either in prosperity,
Saint James tells you how you may have it, If any man lack Wisdom, to guide his life either in Prosperity,
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or adversity, how to abound without pride, and how to bear afflictions:
or adversity, how to abound without pride, and how to bear afflictions:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how to make his prosperity that it be not a snare to him, If any man lack wisdome, let him ask it of God, who is the Fountain of wisdome;
how to make his Prosperity that it be not a snare to him, If any man lack Wisdom, let him ask it of God, who is the Fountain of Wisdom;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1767
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let him light his candle at Gods light. Carnal wisdome lights its candle at hell-fire:
let him Light his candle At God's Light. Carnal Wisdom lights its candle At hell-fire:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1767
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a Carnal man, rather then he will misse of his ends, he will go to hell, he,
a Carnal man, rather then he will miss of his ends, he will go to hell, he,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1767
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and his riches, and policy, and all: it is otherwise with heavenly wisdome. We have need of wisdome, and wisdome we may have.
and his riches, and policy, and all: it is otherwise with heavenly Wisdom. We have need of Wisdom, and Wisdom we may have.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1767
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The vessel that we must fetch it in is faith, and the vent of faith is prayer:
The vessel that we must fetch it in is faith, and the vent of faith is prayer:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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faith sends its Ambassadour prayer to God. If any man lack wisdome, let him go to God.
faith sends its Ambassador prayer to God. If any man lack Wisdom, let him go to God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1768
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And surely thus Solomon did, he is an example of that.
And surely thus Solomon did, he is an Exampl of that.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He saw he lacked wisdome, to govern so great a people as was committed to his charge;
He saw he lacked Wisdom, to govern so great a people as was committed to his charge;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1769
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God was so well pleased with his petition, that he gave him wisdome, and wealth, and honour too. Make this Use of it:
God was so well pleased with his petition, that he gave him Wisdom, and wealth, and honour too. Make this Use of it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us consider what relation we stand in; in what ranck God hath set us;
Let us Consider what Relation we stand in; in what rank God hath Set us;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1770
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let us consider what good we are advantaged to do by the place we are in;
let us Consider what good we Are advantaged to do by the place we Are in;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1770
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what helps we have to do it, and what mischiefs, and inconveniences may come: and let every man in his place and standing consider what good he may do,
what helps we have to do it, and what mischiefs, and inconveniences may come: and let every man in his place and standing Consider what good he may do,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1770
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and what evil he may avoid, and let us go to God for wisdome.
and what evil he may avoid, and let us go to God for Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1770
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He that is a Magistrate, let him do as Solomon did, desire God above all things to give him wisdome to rule as he should;
He that is a Magistrate, let him do as Solomon did, desire God above all things to give him Wisdom to Rule as he should;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1771
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that God would give him a publick heart for a publick place, and he will do it.
that God would give him a public heart for a public place, and he will do it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1771
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And those that in their families would have wisdome to go in and out before them;
And those that in their families would have Wisdom to go in and out before them;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1771
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let them go to God for wisdome, that they may avoid the snares that are incident to family-government, distrustfulnesse, worldlinesse, unfaithfulnesse in their particular calling.
let them go to God for Wisdom, that they may avoid the snares that Are incident to family-government, distrustfulness, worldliness, unfaithfulness in their particular calling.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1771
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And so for personal wisdome, to guide and manage our own persons:
And so for personal Wisdom, to guide and manage our own Persons:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1771
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let us desire wisdome of God, to know the hidden abominations of our own hearts, the deceits and subtilties of our own hearts, which is out of measure deceitful.
let us desire Wisdom of God, to know the hidden abominations of our own hearts, the Deceits and subtleties of our own hearts, which is out of measure deceitful.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1771
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To know our particular sins, to know what hurts us, and to know how to avoid it,
To know our particular Sins, to know what hurts us, and to know how to avoid it,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1771
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and how to carry our selves in our particular wayes, to order our conversation aright every way.
and how to carry our selves in our particular ways, to order our Conversation aright every Way.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1771
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We see here S. Paul led his life and conversation by that wisdome: as it was needfull for him, so he had it:
We see Here S. Paul led his life and Conversation by that Wisdom: as it was needful for him, so he had it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1771
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and we must go all to the same spring for it, we must go to God.
and we must go all to the same spring for it, we must go to God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1771
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And we must know, that God will not onely make us wise to salvation, that he will not onely give us wisdome in things that meerly concern heaven:
And we must know, that God will not only make us wise to salvation, that he will not only give us Wisdom in things that merely concern heaven:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1772
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but the same love, the same care that gives us wisdome that way, will give us wisdome in our particular callings to take every step to heaven;
but the same love, the same care that gives us Wisdom that Way, will give us Wisdom in our particular callings to take every step to heaven;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1772
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the same Spirit of God doth all.
the same Spirit of God does all.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1772
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He gives us grace necessary to salvation, and he gives us grace likewise for the leading of a Christian life.
He gives us grace necessary to salvation, and he gives us grace likewise for the leading of a Christian life.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1772
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Therefore it is an abominable conceit, to distinguish Religion from Policy and Government, as if the reasons of Religion were one,
Therefore it is an abominable conceit, to distinguish Religion from Policy and Government, as if the Reasons of Religion were one,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1773
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and the reasons of State were another; and as if these were distinguished one against another;
and the Reasons of State were Another; and as if these were distinguished one against Another;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1773
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it is an abominable Atheistical conceit:
it is an abominable Atheistical conceit:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1773
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for the same heavenly Spirit of God that reveales the mysteries of salvation, reaveales likewise to men the mysteries of State.
for the same heavenly Spirit of God that reveals the Mysteres of salvation, reaveales likewise to men the Mysteres of State.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1773
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Christ hath the keyes of heaven, of the mysteries of God; and he hath the keyes of all earthly policy whatsoever.
christ hath the keys of heaven, of the Mysteres of God; and he hath the keys of all earthly policy whatsoever.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1774
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He hath the greater, hath he not the lesse? Doth he guide us by his Spirit in heavenly mysteries;
He hath the greater, hath he not the less? Does he guide us by his Spirit in heavenly Mysteres;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1774
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and then for matters of Policy, and Government of States, and Common-Wealths, are we to be guided by the Devil, by devillish, carnal wisdome? No, he gives all wisdome in its due place, even wisdome for common things.
and then for matters of Policy, and Government of States, and Common-Wealths, Are we to be guided by the devil, by devilish, carnal Wisdom? No, he gives all Wisdom in its due place, even Wisdom for Common things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1774
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Therefore consider, when men will not be ruled by God, by wisdome from above, in the regiment and government of their lives,
Therefore Consider, when men will not be ruled by God, by Wisdom from above, in the regiment and government of their lives,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1775
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how fearfully, and shamefully they miscarry; Partly by reason of the accidents of this life, and the variety of businesse.
how fearfully, and shamefully they miscarry; Partly by reason of the accidents of this life, and the variety of business.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1775
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You know wisdome as it governs our life about the things of this world, it deales with things unstable, uncertain and vain,
You know Wisdom as it governs our life about the things of this world, it deals with things unstable, uncertain and vain,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1775
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as Solomon saith, they continue not long in the same state;
as Solomon Says, they continue not long in the same state;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1775
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therefore if a man have not a better wisdome then his own, he shall be mightily to seek.
Therefore if a man have not a better Wisdom then his own, he shall be mightily to seek.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1775
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Partly because of the imperfection of his wisdome:
Partly Because of the imperfection of his Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1775
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the things are imperfect, and the wisdome without it be guided from heaven is much to seek oft-times.
the things Are imperfect, and the Wisdom without it be guided from heaven is much to seek ofttimes.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1775
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Take the wisest man when he leaves heavenly wisdome once, as we see in Solomon, he thinks to strengthen himself by combination with Idolaters that were near to him, did he not miscarry fouly? And hath not God made the wisest man that ever were in the world exemplary for grosse miscarriages,
Take the Wisest man when he leaves heavenly Wisdom once, as we see in Solomon, he thinks to strengthen himself by combination with Idolaters that were near to him, did he not miscarry foully? And hath not God made the Wisest man that ever were in the world exemplary for gross miscarriages,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1776
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because they had too much confidence in their parts, and neglected the guidance of God in the course of their lives? Who was more fool then Achitophel? who was a greater fool then Saul, and then He• … od? The Emperours had great conceits:
Because they had too much confidence in their parts, and neglected the guidance of God in the course of their lives? Who was more fool then Ahithophel? who was a greater fool then Saul, and then He• … od? The emperors had great conceits:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1776
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Constantine the Great, a good Christian Emperour, he had a conceit, if he could stablish a new Seat at Bizantium, Constantinople it was called afterwards;Constantine the Great, a good Christian Emperor, he had a conceit, if he could establish a new Seat At Byzantium, Constantinople it was called afterwards;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1777
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He would seat the Empire there:
He would seat the Empire there:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1777
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he would rule Rome by a Vice Roy, by another, and he would be there himself,
he would Rule Room by a Vice Roy, by Another, and he would be there himself,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1777
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and rule all the Eastern parts of the world. A goodly conceit he had of it:
and Rule all the Eastern parts of the world. A goodly conceit he had of it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1777
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but this proved the ruine both of East and West.
but this proved the ruin both of East and West.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1777
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For hereupon when he was absent from Rome, the Pope of Rome he came up and grew by little and little.
For hereupon when he was absent from Room, the Pope of Rome he Come up and grew by little and little.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1777
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The Emperours they thought they did a great matter to advance the Pope, who was Christs Vicar, a spiritual man:
The emperors they Thought they did a great matter to advance the Pope, who was Christ Vicar, a spiritual man:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1777
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they consulted with Carnal wisdome, and he came and over-topped them, and eat them out, and out-grew them:
they consulted with Carnal Wisdom, and he Come and overtopped them, and eat them out, and outgrew them:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1777
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as the Ivie doth the tree that nourisheth it. The Pope never left growing till he had over-topped them.
as the Ivy does the tree that Nourishes it. The Pope never left growing till he had overtopped them.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1777
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So men, when they go to carnal wisdome, and neglect prayer, and neglect the counsel of God,
So men, when they go to carnal Wisdom, and neglect prayer, and neglect the counsel of God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1777
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and the wisdome of God to guide them in the matters of this life as well as for the life to come, they come to miscarry grosly.
and the Wisdom of God to guide them in the matters of this life as well as for the life to come, they come to miscarry grossly.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1777
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Therefore let us take S. James his counsel: We all lack wisdome, let us every day beg it of God;
Therefore let us take S. James his counsel: We all lack Wisdom, let us every day beg it of God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1778
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desire God every day that he would Make our way plain before u, in our particular goings in and out:
desire God every day that he would Make our Way plain before u, in our particular goings in and out:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1778
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that he would discover to us what is best.
that he would discover to us what is best.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1778
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And here I might take occasion to reprove sharply the Atheisme of many, that would be accounted great States men, that bring all Religion to reasons of State.
And Here I might take occasion to reprove sharply the Atheism of many, that would be accounted great States men, that bring all Religion to Reasons of State.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1779
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They bring Heaven under earth, and clean subvert, and overthrow the order of things: and therefore no wonder if they miscarry.
They bring Heaven under earth, and clean subvert, and overthrow the order of things: and Therefore no wonder if they miscarry.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1779
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They care not what Religion it be, so it may stand with Peace;
They care not what Religion it be, so it may stand with Peace;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1779
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whether it be false or true, if it may stand with the peace of the State, all is well.
whither it be false or true, if it may stand with the peace of the State, all is well.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1779
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Give me leave to touch it but in a word: It is a most abominable conceit.
Give me leave to touch it but in a word: It is a most abominable conceit.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1779
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Religion is not a thing so alterable:
Religion is not a thing so alterable:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1779
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Religion is a commanding thing, it is to command all other things, and all other things serve that.
Religion is a commanding thing, it is to command all other things, and all other things serve that.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1779
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And it is not a matter of fancy and opinion (as they think out of their atheisme) to keep men in awe.
And it is not a matter of fancy and opinion (as they think out of their atheism) to keep men in awe.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is stablished upon the same ground as that there is a God:
It is established upon the same ground as that there is a God:
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that upon the same ground that we say God is, upon the same ground we may say Religion is.
that upon the same ground that we say God is, upon the same ground we may say Religion is.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It teacheth us that that God is to be observed:
It Teaches us that that God is to be observed:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that Christ is equal to him as God, and inferiour to him in regard of his humanity, &c. So that there is the same ground that there is a God,
and that christ is equal to him as God, and inferior to him in regard of his humanity, etc. So that there is the same ground that there is a God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1779
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and that there is a Religion.
and that there is a Religion.
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1779
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And so again, by the same reason that there is one God, by the same reason there is but one Religion.
And so again, by the same reason that there is one God, by the same reason there is but one Religion.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And it is not any Religion that will serve the turn: For that one God will be worshipped his own way.
And it is not any Religion that will serve the turn: For that one God will be worshipped his own Way.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is one God, one Truth. There is one God, one Truth.
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And that one Religion must needs be that in which that one God discovers and reveales himself,
And that one Religion must needs be that in which that one God discovers and reveals himself,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and not that which man deviseth:
and not that which man devises:
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For will any Master be served with the device of his servant? And will God suffer his creature to devise a Religion to serve him? Therefore there is of necessity,
For will any Master be served with the device of his servant? And will God suffer his creature to devise a Religion to serve him? Therefore there is of necessity,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as one God, so one Religion, and that one Religion must be that which that God hath left in his Word.
as one God, so one Religion, and that one Religion must be that which that God hath left in his Word.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1780
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Therefore those that are to govern States, as they will answer to that one God;
Therefore those that Are to govern States, as they will answer to that one God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1781
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they are to establish that Religion that he hath left to the world in his Word, and not any Religion:
they Are to establish that Religion that he hath left to the world in his Word, and not any Religion:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1781
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not that which men have devised. To go a little further.
not that which men have devised. To go a little further.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1781
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In that one Religion that is left by him, there must be a care had that the people live by the rules of that one:
In that one Religion that is left by him, there must be a care had that the people live by the rules of that one:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1782
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For this is a rule in nature, nothing in Religion will help him, that will not live according to the rules of it:
For this is a Rule in nature, nothing in Religion will help him, that will not live according to the rules of it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1782
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therefore it concerns all that are not atheists, to labour to stablish one Religion, and obedience to that one.
Therefore it concerns all that Are not atheists, to labour to establish one Religion, and Obedience to that one.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1782
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And every particular man as he looks for good by his Religion, is not to live by the rules of fleshly wisdome;
And every particular man as he looks for good by his Religion, is not to live by the rules of fleshly Wisdom;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1783
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but by the rules of Religion.
but by the rules of Religion.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1783
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And here a man might deplore the misery of poor Religion above all other things, above all other Arts, and Trades:
And Here a man might deplore the misery of poor Religion above all other things, above all other Arts, and Trades:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1784
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In other Arts and Trades he is accounted no body, that works not according to his Trade:
In other Arts and Trades he is accounted no body, that works not according to his Trade:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1784
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and that hath not (besides some speculative skill, and rules in his head, that hath not) skill to work, he is accounted no body,
and that hath not (beside Some speculative skill, and rules in his head, that hath not) skill to work, he is accounted no body,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1784
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but a talker except he doth: But in Religion men think it is enough to know:
but a talker except he does: But in Religion men think it is enough to know:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1784
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practise it goes under base names.
practise it Goes under base names.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1784
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Any common conscience, any common care, and obedience to the rules we must be saved by is reproached, and rejected.
Any Common conscience, any Common care, and Obedience to the rules we must be saved by is reproached, and rejected.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1784
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Religion will not do a man good, except he be ruled by it.
Religion will not do a man good, except he be ruled by it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1784
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Wherefore serves the rule but to bring things to it? But I will not stand on this point longer.
Wherefore serves the Rule but to bring things to it? But I will not stand on this point longer.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1784
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There is a necessity of wisdome. And this wisdome may be had; and this wisdome it leads not onely to salvation, but it reacheth to the State,
There is a necessity of Wisdom. And this Wisdom may be had; and this Wisdom it leads not only to salvation, but it reaches to the State,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1785
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and it leads every man in his calling.
and it leads every man in his calling.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1785
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Well, we may see (to touch that by the way) In the third place, True Wisdome toucheth Conversation.
Well, we may see (to touch that by the Way) In the third place, True Wisdom touches Conversation.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1785
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My Conversation hath been by the Grace of God, that is, in wisdome; he puts the general for the particular: there was other graces besides; My Conversation hath been by the Grace of God, that is, in Wisdom; he puts the general for the particular: there was other graces beside;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1786
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but together with them there was this wisdome: So, wisdome tends to conversation. Mark what I said, wisdome is not in word, but in work:
but together with them there was this Wisdom: So, Wisdom tends to Conversation. Mark what I said, Wisdom is not in word, but in work:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1786
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A man that will be Master of his Trade must work;
A man that will be Master of his Trade must work;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1787
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when a man can work well, he is Master of his Trade, and not till then: Religion tends to practice.
when a man can work well, he is Master of his Trade, and not till then: Religion tends to practice.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1787
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You know what Christ saith, If you know these things, happy are ye if ye do them:
You know what christ Says, If you know these things, happy Are you if you do them:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1787
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He intailes happinesse to doing, If you know these things, he saith not you are happy if you know them:
He intails happiness to doing, If you know these things, he Says not you Are happy if you know them:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1787
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no, If you know these things, happy are you if you do them: For indeed true wisdome is not onely speculative.
no, If you know these things, happy Are you if you do them: For indeed true Wisdom is not only speculative.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1787
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This wisdome, understanding and knowledge when it is true, and spiritual, it alway tends to practice;
This Wisdom, understanding and knowledge when it is true, and spiritual, it always tends to practice;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1787
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and practice is never sound but when it springs from wisdome; from things known:
and practice is never found but when it springs from Wisdom; from things known:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1787
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Every Article in the Creed it tends to practice in a Christians life, and quickens practice every Article: so wisdome tends to conversation.
Every Article in the Creed it tends to practice in a Christians life, and quickens practice every Article: so Wisdom tends to Conversation.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1787
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Now, besides that main wisdome which properly concerns salvation, there is another wisdome which is more particular, that tends to conversation:
Now, beside that main Wisdom which properly concerns salvation, there is Another Wisdom which is more particular, that tends to Conversation:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1788
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which is called Spiritual Prudence for particular actions. This comes from the Spirit of God, I Wisdome dwell with Prudence.
which is called Spiritual Prudence for particular actions. This comes from the Spirit of God, I Wisdom dwell with Prudence.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1788
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Wheresoever there is wisdome to salvation, there is prudence to the guidance of a Christian's life.
Wheresoever there is Wisdom to salvation, there is prudence to the guidance of a Christian's life.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1788
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But in a word, if so be that wisdome tend to conversation, and is joyned with it, You may see that all naughty livers are no bodies in Religion, they are fooles in Religion:
But in a word, if so be that Wisdom tend to Conversation, and is joined with it, You may see that all naughty livers Are no bodies in Religion, they Are Fools in Religion:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1789
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wherefore serves knowledge? wherefore serves light, but to walk by? wherefore serves an instrument,
Wherefore serves knowledge? Wherefore serves Light, but to walk by? Wherefore serves an Instrument,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1789
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but to work by? wherefore serves wisdome, but to guide our lives by? Is it to be matter of discourse and talk? Therefore this doth demonstrate clearly (to any man that thinks there is any Religion,
but to work by? Wherefore serves Wisdom, but to guide our lives by? Is it to be matter of discourse and talk? Therefore this does demonstrate clearly (to any man that thinks there is any Religion,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1789
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or any heaven,) who be the best Christians, even those that by the Spirit know the wisdome that God hath revealed in his Word,
or any heaven,) who be the best Christians, even those that by the Spirit know the Wisdom that God hath revealed in his Word,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1789
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and apply it in their lives and conversations to be ruled by it, to work to that end.
and apply it in their lives and conversations to be ruled by it, to work to that end.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1789
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Wisdome prefixeth an end alway, and those that work to that end they are wise men:
Wisdom prefixeth an end always, and those that work to that end they Are wise men:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1789
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he is a wise man that works to attain his end.
he is a wise man that works to attain his end.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1789
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Now there is no man that can attain his end by meer knowledge, he attains his end by working, by doing:
Now there is no man that can attain his end by mere knowledge, he attains his end by working, by doing:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1789
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therefore the wisest Christian he sets himself to converse wisely, and holily: and he shewes his religion in his particular calling, in every thing:
Therefore the Wisest Christian he sets himself to converse wisely, and holily: and he shows his Religion in his particular calling, in every thing:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1789
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If any man be Religious, let him shew it in holy Conversation: let him be unspotted of the world. So much for that.If any man be Religious, let him show it in holy Conversation: let him be unspotted of the world. So much for that.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1789
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But by the Grace of God. To give a little further light to the words.
But by the Grace of God. To give a little further Light to the words.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1789
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Grace is either the free favour of God in himself, issuing from his goodnesse, whereupon we have forgivenesse of sins,
Grace is either the free favour of God in himself, issuing from his Goodness, whereupon we have forgiveness of Sins,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1790
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and acceptation through Jesus Christ to life everlasting: This is grace resting in the breast of God, but is onely entertained of us,
and acceptation through jesus christ to life everlasting: This is grace resting in the breast of God, but is only entertained of us,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1790
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and works no change in us of it self.
and works no change in us of it self.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Or else grace is something from that favour, from that free grace of God, wrought in us.
Or Else grace is something from that favour, from that free grace of God, wrought in us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1791
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And thar grace wrought in us, is, First the grace of a whole, universal change:
And thar grace wrought in us, is, First the grace of a Whole, universal change:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for whomsoever God accepts graciously to life everlasting, he gives them the gifts of grace, with his favour:
for whomsoever God accepts graciously to life everlasting, he gives them the Gifts of grace, with his favour:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1792
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he changeth their nature, that they may be fit to entertain fellowship with him:
he changes their nature, that they may be fit to entertain fellowship with him:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1792
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For when by grace he accepts us to favour, if he should not alter our natures,
For when by grace he accepts us to favour, if he should not altar our nature's,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1792
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alas, what a case were we in? were we fit for communion with God? No;
alas, what a case were we in? were we fit for communion with God? No;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1792
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therefore that we may have communion with God, he alters our dispositions, that we may be holy as he is holy:
Therefore that we may have communion with God, he alters our dispositions, that we may be holy as he is holy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1792
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this change is the first change in Christianity.
this change is the First change in Christianity.
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Now in this gracious change (which is a work of the gracious Spirit derived to us by Christ, in whom our nature is filled with all grace,
Now in this gracious change (which is a work of the gracious Spirit derived to us by christ, in whom our nature is filled with all grace,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and in whom we receive grace for grace) there are graces wrought: as, First, a heavenly light to see a further end then ever we saw before:
and in whom we receive grace for grace) there Are graces wrought: as, First, a heavenly Light to see a further end then ever we saw before:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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a heavenly convincing light to see the love of God, to see life everlasting, to see glorious things.
a heavenly convincing Light to see the love of God, to see life everlasting, to see glorious things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And withal comes the grace of Love to carry the whole inward man to the things that we see.
And withal comes the grace of Love to carry the Whole inward man to the things that we see.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then there is the grace of Hope to expect, and Patience to indure all till we be possest of that which our understandings are enlightned to see.
Then there is the grace of Hope to expect, and Patience to endure all till we be possessed of that which our understandings Are enlightened to see.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And Faith perswades the soul where to have it, and relies on the Promise; so particular graces are wrought.
And Faith persuades the soul where to have it, and relies on the Promise; so particular graces Are wrought.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore that is one reason why the Apostle names not wisdome in particular, when he saith, We have not led our conversation according to carnal fleshly wisdome, but by Grace:
Therefore that is one reason why the Apostle names not Wisdom in particular, when he Says, We have not led our Conversation according to carnal fleshly Wisdom, but by Grace:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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his meaning is, that a Christian when he hath heavenly wisdome, he hath all graces, and wisdome together.
his meaning is, that a Christian when he hath heavenly Wisdom, he hath all graces, and Wisdom together.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is a connexion, a combination of graces, as I said: so he leads his life by all graces:
There is a connexion, a combination of graces, as I said: so he leads his life by all graces:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for all graces are necessary to a Christian life: therefore instead of wisdome, he puts the word grace.
for all graces Are necessary to a Christian life: Therefore instead of Wisdom, he puts the word grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And besides the working of these graces in us, in, and after our conversion, there is another degree of grace requisite, which is a particular exciting, applying, strengthening grace, which is required to every good act, to act every good work, And beside the working of these graces in us, in, and After our conversion, there is Another degree of grace requisite, which is a particular exciting, applying, strengthening grace, which is required to every good act, to act every good work,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to resist every evil, and to enjoy good things as we ought to enjoy them.
and to resist every evil, and to enjoy good things as we ought to enjoy them.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I say, there is a grace necessary to withstand temptations in all evil, besides graces habitual that are wrought in us, of Faith,
I say, there is a grace necessary to withstand temptations in all evil, beside graces habitual that Are wrought in us, of Faith,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Love, and Hope, &c. These except they be actuated, and enlivened by the continual work of the Spirit;
and Love, and Hope, etc. These except they be actuated, and enlivened by the continual work of the Spirit;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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except they be brought to act, and a new strength put into them, they are not sufficient for a Christian life.
except they be brought to act, and a new strength put into them, they Are not sufficient for a Christian life.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore S. Paul here by Grace, meanes not onely the graces of the Spirit, habitual graces;
Therefore S. Paul Here by Grace, means not only the graces of the Spirit, habitual graces;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but the power of the Spirit acting, enlivening, quickening and strengthening him against every evil in particular,
but the power of the Spirit acting, enlivening, quickening and strengthening him against every evil in particular,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to every good work in particular. But by the Grace of God.
and to every good work in particular. But by the Grace of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In that the Apostle here, though he principally mean wisdome, yet he names Grace, the next point I will observe is this, That All the Wisdome that we have it comes from Grace.
In that the Apostle Here, though he principally mean Wisdom, yet he names Grace, the next point I will observe is this, That All the Wisdom that we have it comes from Grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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All the wisdome we have comes from Grace, meerly from Grace. And this Grace is not wanting to us when we have renounced our fleshly wisdome. All the Wisdom we have comes from Grace, merely from Grace. And this Grace is not wanting to us when we have renounced our fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Heavenly wisdome comes altogether from Grace. To make this a little clear: Whatsoever is spiritual it comes from Christ:
Heavenly Wisdom comes altogether from Grace. To make this a little clear: Whatsoever is spiritual it comes from christ:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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since the fall we have nothing but by especial grace. God being reconciled by Jesus Christ, he hath placed all fulnesse of grace in him:
since the fallen we have nothing but by especial grace. God being reconciled by jesus christ, he hath placed all fullness of grace in him:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he hath inriched our nature in him with wisdome, and all graces whatsoever. All the treasures of wisdome are in him, and all other graces.
he hath enriched our nature in him with Wisdom, and all graces whatsoever. All the treasures of Wisdom Are in him, and all other graces.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God the Father, and our Saviour Christ, they send the Spirit, they communicate the Spirit, which takes of Christ,
God the Father, and our Saviour christ, they send the Spirit, they communicate the Spirit, which Takes of christ,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and doth enlighten, and quicken, and guide all those that are members of Christ. All in particular, all inward things come from Grace;
and does enlighten, and quicken, and guide all those that Are members of christ. All in particular, all inward things come from Grace;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Grace comes from the Spirit, the Spirit from Christ, and this is the descent of Grace and Wisdome.
Grace comes from the Spirit, the Spirit from christ, and this is the descent of Grace and Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Thereupon they are taken indefinitely in Scripture, sometimes to walk wisely, to walk graciously, sometimes to walk in the Spirit, sometimes to walk in Christ, it is all one;
Thereupon they Are taken indefinitely in Scripture, sometime to walk wisely, to walk graciously, sometime to walk in the Spirit, sometime to walk in christ, it is all one;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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sometimes to be in Christ, Whosoever is in Christ, &c. And to walk in the Spirit,
sometime to be in christ, Whosoever is in christ, etc. And to walk in the Spirit,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and by the Spirit, to pray in the Spirit, and in wisdome, and in faith, or to live by faith, or to live by Grace, or in Grace;
and by the Spirit, to pray in the Spirit, and in Wisdom, and in faith, or to live by faith, or to live by Grace, or in Grace;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they are all one, because they are subordinate. For Christ is the treasure of the Church:
they Are all one, Because they Are subordinate. For christ is the treasure of the Church:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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all that is Good for the Church is laid up in him, Wisdome, and whatsoever: Of his fulnesse we receive Grace for Grace.
all that is Good for the Church is laid up in him, Wisdom, and whatsoever: Of his fullness we receive Grace for Grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Grace, answerable to the grace that is in him: he vouchsafes us his Spirit.
Grace, answerable to the grace that is in him: he vouchsafes us his Spirit.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1801
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Now the Spirit guides us not immediately, but it works a habit in us (as we call it,) it works somewhat in us to dispose us to that which is good.
Now the Spirit guides us not immediately, but it works a habit in us (as we call it,) it works somewhat in us to dispose us to that which is good.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And when that is wrought, the Spirit guides us to every particular action. These things that the Spirit works in us are called Graces:
And when that is wrought, the Spirit guides us to every particular actium. These things that the Spirit works in us Are called Graces:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because they come from out of our selves by the Spirit. so wisdome is called Grace, because it comes from the Spirit:
Because they come from out of our selves by the Spirit. so Wisdom is called Grace, Because it comes from the Spirit:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the Spirit comes from Christ, and Christ hath grace, not onely grace in himself, but he infuseth Grace into us:
the Spirit comes from christ, and christ hath grace, not only grace in himself, but he infuseth Grace into us:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he hath not onely abundance, but redundance; not only Grace flowing in himself, but redundant, overflowing to all his members.
he hath not only abundance, but redundance; not only Grace flowing in himself, but redundant, overflowing to all his members.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This Saint Paul meanes, when he saith, We have had our Conversation by the Grace of God, that is, by such blessed habits of Wisdome, Faith, Love, &c. as are wrought by the Spirit of God, which Spirit is given us by Jesus Christ our head.
This Saint Paul means, when he Says, We have had our Conversation by the Grace of God, that is, by such blessed habits of Wisdom, Faith, Love, etc. as Are wrought by the Spirit of God, which Spirit is given us by jesus christ our head.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Hence we learn, that every thing that is necessary to bring us to heaven, it is a grace;
Hence we Learn, that every thing that is necessary to bring us to heaven, it is a grace;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is, it comes from without us. Adam had it within him, he was trusted with his riches himself:
that is, it comes from without us. Adam had it within him, he was trusted with his riches himself:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but now in Jesus Christ we have all of Grace: we have all out of our selves.
but now in jesus christ we have all of Grace: we have all out of our selves.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ is the Sun, we have all our beams from him, all our light, all our life from him:
christ is the Sun, we have all our beams from him, all our Light, all our life from him:
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he is the head, all our motion is from him.
he is the head, all our motion is from him.
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And this is not onely true of habits (as we call them) that is, a constant work,
And this is not only true of habits (as we call them) that is, a constant work,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or disposition wrought in Gods Children, which for the most part they carry about with them:
or disposition wrought in God's Children, which for the most part they carry about with them:
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but likewise in all the particular passages of their life, they have need of grace for every particular action.
but likewise in all the particular passages of their life, they have need of grace for every particular actium.
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And herein the soul is like to the ayr:
And herein the soul is like to the air:
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the ayr stands in need of light, and if it be not enlightned by the Sun, it is presently dark:
the air Stands in need of Light, and if it be not enlightened by the Sun, it is presently dark:
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so a man is no wiser in particular actions, then God will make him on the sudden:
so a man is no Wiser in particular actions, then God will make him on the sudden:
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put case he be a man of a wise spirit for the most part, that he passeth for an understanding man, and is so:
put case he be a man of a wise Spirit for the most part, that he passes for an understanding man, and is so:
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yet except he have the grace of Gods Spirit, except he have wisdome to guide him in particular, he is no wiser then God at that time will make him to be.
yet except he have the grace of God's Spirit, except he have Wisdom to guide him in particular, he is no Wiser then God At that time will make him to be.
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You see all motion in the body it comes from the head:
You see all motion in the body it comes from the head:
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let the spirits in the head be obstructed never so little, and there followes an apoplexy, there will be no motion:
let the spirits in the head be obstructed never so little, and there follows an apoplexy, there will be no motion:
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so all our wisdome, all the direction that we have to lead our lives as becomes Christians, it comes from Christ, it comes from Grace:
so all our Wisdom, all the direction that we have to led our lives as becomes Christians, it comes from christ, it comes from Grace:
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not only the disposition, but likewise every particular action: for we need Grace continually to assist us, to excite, and stirre up our powers,
not only the disposition, but likewise every particular actium: for we need Grace continually to assist us, to excite, and stir up our Powers,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to strengthen them against oppositions: and if the opposition be strong, we have need of a stronger Grace.
and to strengthen them against oppositions: and if the opposition be strong, we have need of a Stronger Grace.
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There is never a good work that we do but it is opposed from within us, from without us.
There is never a good work that we do but it is opposed from within us, from without us.
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From within us, by Carnal wisdome (as I said before,) and by carnal passions, and affections.
From within us, by Carnal Wisdom (as I said before,) and by carnal passion, and affections.
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From without us, by Satan, by the world, and by men that are led with the spirit of the Devil:
From without us, by Satan, by the world, and by men that Are led with the Spirit of the devil:
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therefore there is need of a strength above our own.
Therefore there is need of a strength above our own.
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Besides the Grace that is in us ordinarily, there needs a new particular strength and light, to particular actions.
Beside the Grace that is in us ordinarily, there needs a new particular strength and Light, to particular actions.
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Doth all come from God, and from his Grace? Let us take heed (when we have any thing) of sacrilegious affections, of attributing any thing to our selves, to our own wisdome,
Does all come from God, and from his Grace? Let us take heed (when we have any thing) of sacrilegious affections, of attributing any thing to our selves, to our own Wisdom,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and let us give all presently to Grace.
and let us give all presently to Grace.
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Mark the phrase of S. Paul here, Not by fleshly wisdome, but by the Grace of God:
Mark the phrase of S. Paul Here, Not by fleshly Wisdom, but by the Grace of God:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he doth not say, by any habit in my self;
he does not say, by any habit in my self;
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he doth not say, by any wisdome that is in me, but he chooseth that which is in God, Grace, and favour;
he does not say, by any Wisdom that is in me, but he chooses that which is in God, Grace, and favour;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because he would not rob God of any honour.
Because he would not rob God of any honour.
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It was a proud term the Philosophers had, as I said, sometimes they called their moral vertues habits: and if we consider them meerly as they are in the person, they are habits; but indeed they are graces:
It was a proud term the Philosophers had, as I said, sometime they called their moral Virtues habits: and if we Consider them merely as they Are in the person, they Are habits; but indeed they Are graces:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the Scripture gives them a more heavenly term, Grace; those things that we guide our lives by, as Wisdome, Love, Temperance, Sobriety.
the Scripture gives them a more heavenly term, Grace; those things that we guide our lives by, as Wisdom, Love, Temperance, Sobriety.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Grace is a fitter word then habit, because then we consider them as they come from God freely:
Grace is a fitter word then habit, Because then we Consider them as they come from God freely:
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they are graces, they come from grace and favour. And when men differ one from another in wisdome, they differ in grace and favour;
they Are graces, they come from grace and favour. And when men differ one from Another in Wisdom, they differ in grace and favour;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he gives more light, he opens the understanding of one more then another.
he gives more Light, he Opens the understanding of one more then Another.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore S. Paul was wise, and careful this way, when he speaks of that he had done himself,
Therefore S. Paul was wise, and careful this Way, when he speaks of that he had done himself,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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lest he should rob God, Not I, oh not I, 1 Cor. 15. but the Grace of God that was in me; that was all in all:
lest he should rob God, Not I, o not I, 1 Cor. 15. but the Grace of God that was in me; that was all in all:
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For indeed we are what we are, and we do what we do by Grace. Even as by our selves we are men;
For indeed we Are what we Are, and we do what we do by Grace. Even as by our selves we Are men;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we are what we are, and we do what we do, by our soules, by our reason and understanding:
we Are what we Are, and we do what we do, by our Souls, by our reason and understanding:
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so it is with spiritual grace, we are what we are out of our selves by spiritual grace,
so it is with spiritual grace, we Are what we Are out of our selves by spiritual grace,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and we do what we do by spiritual grace.
and we do what we do by spiritual grace.
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And when that ceaseth, when God suspends the blessed motions of his Spirit to humble us, alas, we are dark;
And when that ceases, when God suspends the blessed motions of his Spirit to humble us, alas, we Are dark;
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a man is a confused creature, he is at a losse, he is in darknesse for the particular managing of his life;
a man is a confused creature, he is At a loss, he is in darkness for the particular managing of his life;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he knowes not what to do, he knowes not what to speak, he is puzzled in every particular action.
he knows not what to do, he knows not what to speak, he is puzzled in every particular actium.
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And therefore when he hath spoken, or done that which is fit, he should consider it is a grace.
And Therefore when he hath spoken, or done that which is fit, he should Consider it is a grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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My Conversation hath been in the Grace of God, saith the Apostle. Therefore let us sanctifie God in our hearts this way.My Conversation hath been in the Grace of God, Says the Apostle. Therefore let us sanctify God in our hearts this Way.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And when we stand in need of any direction, desire God of his grace to give us wisdome,
And when we stand in need of any direction, desire God of his grace to give us Wisdom,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to give us the grace that we stand in need of. That is for the phrase.
and to give us the grace that we stand in need of. That is for the phrase.
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The point as I told you was this, That All wisdome comes from Grace; And God is ready to give us his Grace.
The point as I told you was this, That All Wisdom comes from Grace; And God is ready to give us his Grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For saith S. Paul, My Conversation hath been in Grace, which God did minister to me, For Says S. Paul, My Conversation hath been in Grace, which God did minister to me,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and hath ministred to me to lead my life by. The Reason is this; Christ hath undertaken to give us grace if we be his.
and hath ministered to me to led my life by. The Reason is this; christ hath undertaken to give us grace if we be his.
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Men under grace shall never want grace to lead a Christian life.
Men under grace shall never want grace to led a Christian life.
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For Christ hath undertaken to be our Head, to be our Husband, to be our guide in our way to heaven.
For christ hath undertaken to be our Head, to be our Husband, to be our guide in our Way to heaven.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he was content to be no wiser then the Book of God would have him to be;
he was content to be no Wiser then the Book of God would have him to be;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As our head he is to give us motion, to move us as his members. As he is our Shepherd, as he saith, I am the good Shepherd;
As our head he is to give us motion, to move us as his members. As he is our Shepherd, as he Says, I am the good Shepherd;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so he is to lead us in our wayes and passages, in his paths, to conduct us to happinesse.
so he is to led us in our ways and passages, in his paths, to conduct us to happiness.
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And as he is our husband, so he is to be the head of his wife, to guide us, it is his office.
And as he is our husband, so he is to be the head of his wife, to guide us, it is his office.
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And he works according to his own office.
And he works according to his own office.
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He is a King to subdue in us whatsoever is contrary to his good Spirit, to subdue our rebellions,
He is a King to subdue in us whatsoever is contrary to his good Spirit, to subdue our rebellions,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to bring all our Imaginations under his Spirit: as well as to be a Priest to make peace between God and us.
and to bring all our Imaginations under his Spirit: as well as to be a Priest to make peace between God and us.
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He is a King to rule us, and to over-rule in us whatsoever is ill. And he is a Prophet to teach us and to guide us.
He is a King to Rule us, and to overrule in us whatsoever is ill. And he is a Prophet to teach us and to guide us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He is the Angel of the Covenant, the great Counsellour, that hath the Spirit of Counsel in him, Esay 9. 6. not for himself onely, but for his Church.
He is the Angel of the Covenant, the great Counselor, that hath the Spirit of Counsel in him, Isaiah 9. 6. not for himself only, but for his Church.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore as all the things that we need, come from grace, and from the favour of God;
Therefore as all the things that we need, come from grace, and from the favour of God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so we need not doubt of the grace of God in Christ; being reconciled, he is willing to give us grace.
so we need not doubt of the grace of God in christ; being reconciled, he is willing to give us grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This I observe, to cut off all cavils of flesh and blood, and to arm us against all discouragements.
This I observe, to Cut off all cavils of Flesh and blood, and to arm us against all discouragements.
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There are two things that greatly hinder us from a Christian course, Presumption, and Despair.
There Are two things that greatly hinder us from a Christian course, Presumption, and Despair.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Presumption, to set upon things, without asking grace of God, without depending upon his direction by the strength of naturall parts, of naturall wit. Presumption, to Set upon things, without asking grace of God, without depending upon his direction by the strength of natural parts, of natural wit.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then Despair: when a man saith, What should I go about these things? I shall never bring them to passe. No:
And then Despair: when a man Says, What should I go about these things? I shall never bring them to pass. No:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First consider thy standing, thy place, and calling; and then consider the abilities that God hath given thee:
First Consider thy standing, thy place, and calling; and then Consider the abilities that God hath given thee:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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consider thy parts, consider thy duty that thou art to do. And beg of God assistance, and strength;
Consider thy parts, Consider thy duty that thou art to do. And beg of God assistance, and strength;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and if it be a thing that belong to thee, go on, set on all the duties that belong to thy place, in this confidence that thou shalt have grace.
and if it be a thing that belong to thee, go on, Set on all the duties that belong to thy place, in this confidence that thou shalt have grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Go to the Fountain, to Christ for grace for the direction of thy life;
Go to the Fountain, to christ for grace for the direction of thy life;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is the light of life, he is the Way, he is all in all to bring us to heaven. he is the Light of life, he is the Way, he is all in all to bring us to heaven.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to be no richer or greater in the world then God would have him;
to be no Richer or greater in the world then God would have him;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Wherefore serves all the Promises, not onely of life everlasting, but even of grace? but to encourage us to set on holy duties in confidence, that if we have a will to be out of Satan's Kingdome,
Wherefore serves all the Promises, not only of life everlasting, but even of grace? but to encourage us to Set on holy duties in confidence, that if we have a will to be out of Satan's Kingdom,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and if we have a will to be out of fleshly wisdome, God will take us into his Kingdome, and into his Government.
and if we have a will to be out of fleshly Wisdom, God will take us into his Kingdom, and into his Government.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He will give the Spirit to them that ask him Now the Spirit is a Spirit of direction, a Spirit of assistance, a Spirit of strength and comfort, it serves all turnes.He will give the Spirit to them that ask him Now the Spirit is a Spirit of direction, a Spirit of assistance, a Spirit of strength and Comfort, it serves all turns.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How many Promises are wrapped in that promise of the Spirit? In want of direction he shall be our Counsellour;
How many Promises Are wrapped in that promise of the Spirit? In want of direction he shall be our Counselor;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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in want of strength, to assist us. In perplexities, when we know not which way to turn us, to advise us.
in want of strength, to assist us. In perplexities, when we know not which Way to turn us, to Advice us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In extremities, when we are ready to sink, to comfort us.
In extremities, when we Are ready to sink, to Comfort us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He will give us his holy Spirit to supply all our defects in a fit time if we ask him:
He will give us his holy Spirit to supply all our defects in a fit time if we ask him:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If we find our need, and if we will renounce our carnal wisdome. Therefore set on those duties that God calls you to.
If we find our need, and if we will renounce our carnal Wisdom. Therefore Set on those duties that God calls you to.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And withall, do as S. Paul doth here, (he sets the negative before the affirmative,) renounce carnal wisdome, be not guided by that:
And withal, do as S. Paul does Here, (he sets the negative before the affirmative,) renounce carnal Wisdom, be not guided by that:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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trust perfectly to the Word of Grace, and to the Spirit of Grace: (for the Word of Grace,
trust perfectly to the Word of Grace, and to the Spirit of Grace: (for the Word of Grace,
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and the Spirit of Grace go together) and then you shall find that God will do abundantly above all that you are able to ask or think.
and the Spirit of Grace go together) and then you shall find that God will do abundantly above all that you Are able to ask or think.
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Luther when he set on the work of Reformation, those that saw him at the first might have said, Get thee into thy Cloyster, and say, Lord have mercy upon thee, for thou settest on a work impossible.Luther when he Set on the work of Reformation, those that saw him At the First might have said, Get thee into thy Cloister, and say, Lord have mercy upon thee, for thou settest on a work impossible.
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But he saw the parts that God had given him, that he had wit to understand the abuses of the times:
But he saw the parts that God had given him, that he had wit to understand the Abuses of the times:
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and he had given him courage:
and he had given him courage:
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he saw by his profession he was called to be a Divine, his conscience was awaked to see the abominations of the times,
he saw by his profession he was called to be a Divine, his conscience was awaked to see the abominations of the times,
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and he set on to discover these things.
and he Set on to discover these things.
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Did Christ leave him? No, he did not, but gave successe to him to be admired of all.
Did christ leave him? No, he did not, but gave success to him to be admired of all.
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When all the world was set against one man, yet he prevailed against them all: even because he walked as S. Paul did here, in sincerity, and simplicity;
When all the world was Set against one man, yet he prevailed against them all: even Because he walked as S. Paul did Here, in sincerity, and simplicity;
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that is, he looked to the truth of the cause, and not to his own honour, or profit, or pleasure:
that is, he looked to the truth of the cause, and not to his own honour, or profit, or pleasure:
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but committed himself to God in simplicity, and sincerity: how did God maintain him? wondrously, to admiration.
but committed himself to God in simplicity, and sincerity: how did God maintain him? wondrously, to admiration.
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I instance in him, to shew how base distrust causeth things to be no better carried then they are.
I instance in him, to show how base distrust Causes things to be no better carried then they Are.
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Now to incourage you to go to the grace of God, to go to the Fountain,
Now to encourage you to go to the grace of God, to go to the Fountain,
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and not to be held under carnal wisdome, under these pretexts, Oh, if I do not hearken to carnal wisdome, I shall be a beggar, I shall never rise, I shall never do this or that in the world, I shall never escape this and that danger. Fie upon those base conceits:
and not to be held under carnal Wisdom, under these pretexts, O, if I do not harken to carnal Wisdom, I shall be a beggar, I shall never rise, I shall never do this or that in the world, I shall never escape this and that danger. Fie upon those base conceits:
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S. Paul here renounceth the regiment of carnal wisdome:
S. Paul Here Renounceth the regiment of carnal Wisdom:
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what became of him? did he want a guide? Grace took him up, Not by carnal wisdome, but by the Grace of God.
what became of him? did he want a guide? Grace took him up, Not by carnal Wisdom, but by the Grace of God.
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When we come under the government of God, we come under the government of grace. And we shall want nothing either for heaven or earth that is for our good.
When we come under the government of God, we come under the government of grace. And we shall want nothing either for heaven or earth that is for our good.
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Whatsoever we had that was good, before we were gracious, that we keep still, and it is under a better guide.
Whatsoever we had that was good, before we were gracious, that we keep still, and it is under a better guide.
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Were we learned before? were we wise before? had we authority before? were we noble before? we lose none of these when we come under Christ;
Were we learned before? were we wise before? had we Authority before? were we noble before? we loose none of these when we come under christ;
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but he advanceth and elevates these, he makes them better. If we were wise, he makes us graciously wise;
but he Advanceth and elevates these, he makes them better. If we were wise, he makes us graciously wise;
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if we were learned, if we were noble, he makes us doubly noble:
if we were learned, if we were noble, he makes us doubly noble:
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we lose nothing, but we are under a sweeter government, the government of grace, which is a mild government, a government that tends to the advancing of us above our selves;
we loose nothing, but we Are under a Sweeten government, the government of grace, which is a mild government, a government that tends to the advancing of us above our selves;
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that advanceth us to be the Spouse of Christ, and the heires of heaven. Those that are in Christ Jesus, and are led by his Spirit, they are his.
that Advanceth us to be the Spouse of christ, and the Heirs of heaven. Those that Are in christ jesus, and Are led by his Spirit, they Are his.
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In Rom. 8. there is excellently set down the prerogatives that they have:
In Rom. 8. there is excellently Set down the prerogatives that they have:
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those that lead their conversation in simplicity and sincerity, those that are in Christ, and in the Spirit,
those that led their Conversation in simplicity and sincerity, those that Are in christ, and in the Spirit,
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and in Grace, there is no Damnation to them. And then again, if they suffer any thing;
and in Grace, there is no Damnation to them. And then again, if they suffer any thing;
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saith he, The afflictions of this world are not worthy of the glory that shall be revealed.
Says he, The afflictions of this world Are not worthy of the glory that shall be revealed.
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If they have any infirmities, saith he, The Spirit helps our infirmities. The Spirit teacheth us how to pray, when we know not how to pray.
If they have any infirmities, Says he, The Spirit helps our infirmities. The Spirit Teaches us how to pray, when we know not how to pray.
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and easie guidance, and use the lawful means that he hath discovered in a lawful calling;
and easy guidance, and use the lawful means that he hath discovered in a lawful calling;
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If we suffer any evil, God turns all to good: All things shall work together for the best to them that fear God.
If we suffer any evil, God turns all to good: All things shall work together for the best to them that Fear God.
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For infirmities in other things we have Christ, and he makes intercession in heaven:
For infirmities in other things we have christ, and he makes Intercession in heaven:
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Who shall lay any thing to the charge of Gods people that are in Christ, that are in Grace, that are in the Spirit? such as S. Paul was here, it is Christ that is dead, Who shall lay any thing to the charge of God's people that Are in christ, that Are in Grace, that Are in the Spirit? such as S. Paul was Here, it is christ that is dead,
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or rather that is risen again, and makes intercession for us. or rather that is risen again, and makes Intercession for us.
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And if he have given us Christ, shall he not with him give us all things else? If he have given us Christ, he will give us grace to bring us to heaven.
And if he have given us christ, shall he not with him give us all things Else? If he have given us christ, he will give us grace to bring us to heaven.
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See the excellent estate of a Christian that is under the regiment of Christ, that is led by the Spirit, That Chapter may serve instead of all.
See the excellent estate of a Christian that is under the regiment of christ, that is led by the Spirit, That Chapter may serve instead of all.
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And see the sweet combination here, how he knits these things together, My rejoycing is this, that I have not had my Conversation in fleshly wisdome,
And see the sweet combination Here, how he knits these things together, My rejoicing is this, that I have not had my Conversation in fleshly Wisdom,
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but by the Grace of God. Here is a knitting together of divers things that seem to differ:but by the Grace of God. Here is a knitting together of diverse things that seem to differ:
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as, here is wisdome, and simplicity, I have had my conversation by the grace of God, by wisdome, and yet in simplicity.
as, Here is Wisdom, and simplicity, I have had my Conversation by the grace of God, by Wisdom, and yet in simplicity.
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For it is wisdome to be simple:
For it is Wisdom to be simple:
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when a man hath strength of parts, it is wisdome to bring them parts to simplicity.
when a man hath strength of parts, it is Wisdom to bring them parts to simplicity.
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It is wisdome to be simple concerning that which is evil; for a man to be simple there, is his best way;
It is Wisdom to be simple Concerning that which is evil; for a man to be simple there, is his best Way;
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there is wisdome joyned with his simplicity.
there is Wisdom joined with his simplicity.
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Then again, besides Wisdome, and Simplicity, here is Our Conversation, and Gods Grace, both joyned together.
Then again, beside Wisdom, and Simplicity, Here is Our Conversation, and God's Grace, both joined together.
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S. Paul by grace guided his conversation. So God stirres us to do all that we do:
S. Paul by grace guided his Conversation. So God stirs us to do all that we do:
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we see, but he opens our eyes to see: we hear, but he opens our ears:
we see, but he Opens our eyes to see: we hear, but he Opens our ears:
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we believe, but he opens our hearts to believe. This I speak, to reconcile some seeming difference:
we believe, but he Opens our hearts to believe. This I speak, to reconcile Some seeming difference:
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Doth Gods Spirit do all, and we do nothing? We do all subordinately, we move as we are moved;
Does God's Spirit do all, and we do nothing? We do all subordinately, we move as we Are moved;
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we see as we are enlightned: we hear as we are made to hear. We are wise as far as he makes us wise:
we see as we Are enlightened: we hear as we Are made to hear. We Are wise as Far as he makes us wise:
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we do, but it is he that makes us do.
we do, but it is he that makes us do.
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Saint Paul here led his conversation, but it was grace that moved him to lead it graciously.
Saint Paul Here led his Conversation, but it was grace that moved him to led it graciously.
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if we would observe lawfull courses:
if we would observe lawful courses:
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Well then, he that joynes simplicity and wisdome together, the wisdome of the Serpent, and the simplicity of the Dove:
Well then, he that joins simplicity and Wisdom together, the Wisdom of the Serpent, and the simplicity of the Dove:
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he that trusts in God, and grace, and yet in trusting to grace, doth all that he can,
he that trusts in God, and grace, and yet in trusting to grace, does all that he can,
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and goes on in a Christian course, he shall rejoyce:
and Goes on in a Christian course, he shall rejoice:
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Our rejoycing is this, that we have had our Conversation in simplicity, and according to the rule of Grace, not by fleshly wisdome. Our rejoicing is this, that we have had our Conversation in simplicity, and according to the Rule of Grace, not by fleshly Wisdom.
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Consider seriously of it, what a joy will this be, that we have led our lives by a rule different from the world? that we have led our lives and courses, according to the motion of Gods blessed Spirit:
Consider seriously of it, what a joy will this be, that we have led our lives by a Rule different from the world? that we have led our lives and courses, according to the motion of God's blessed Spirit:
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this must needs bring joy and rejoycing with it in what estate soever.
this must needs bring joy and rejoicing with it in what estate soever.
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The world joyn these together, simplicity, and sincerity of life where they see them, that they may slander them, that they may lay imputations upon them:
The world join these together, simplicity, and sincerity of life where they see them, that they may slander them, that they may lay imputations upon them:
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they see they are courses opposite to theirs, and they lay load on them.
they see they Are courses opposite to theirs, and they lay load on them.
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But what doth God? where there is simplicity and wisdome, and a holy Conversation, he addes his Spirit, he joyns the Spirit of grace, which is a Spirit of joy alwaies.
But what does God? where there is simplicity and Wisdom, and a holy Conversation, he adds his Spirit, he joins the Spirit of grace, which is a Spirit of joy always.
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As light and comfort go with the Sun; so the Spirit of joy and comfort go alway with the Spirit of grace.
As Light and Comfort go with the Sun; so the Spirit of joy and Comfort go always with the Spirit of grace.
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Saint Paul here in regard of the world was afflicted, he received the sentence of death, he was slandered and misused;
Saint Paul Here in regard of the world was afflicted, he received the sentence of death, he was slandered and misused;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet to God-ward saith he, Our rejoycing is this, that we have led our Conversation according to Grace, according to the motion of Gods blessed Spirit, and not with fleshly wisdome.
yet to Godward Says he, Our rejoicing is this, that we have led our Conversation according to Grace, according to the motion of God's blessed Spirit, and not with fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If this be so, that the joy of Gods Spirit goes with the grace of Gods Spirit;
If this be so, that the joy of God's Spirit Goes with the grace of God's Spirit;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that those that lead their conversation by grace have a rejoycing above all imputations, and slanders whatsoever:
and that those that led their Conversation by grace have a rejoicing above all imputations, and slanders whatsoever:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let this be an incouragement to us to lead a godly life: we all seek for joy; every creature seeks for joy:
Let this be an encouragement to us to led a godly life: we all seek for joy; every creature seeks for joy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we would have joy within us, if we would have a spring of joy, let us labour to lead a conversation by this rule, by grace, by the motion of Gods Spirit, which is ready to guide us if we commit our selves to his guidance.
if we would have joy within us, if we would have a spring of joy, let us labour to led a Conversation by this Rule, by grace, by the motion of God's Spirit, which is ready to guide us if we commit our selves to his guidance.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But by the Grace of God.
But by the Grace of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1826
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To come then to make an Use of trial, whether we lead our lives by this gracious wisdome or no, and not by carnal wisdome.
To come then to make an Use of trial, whither we led our lives by this gracious Wisdom or no, and not by carnal Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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alas, we should see a clear light, and an easie passage, we need not to use these shifts:
alas, we should see a clear Light, and an easy passage, we need not to use these shifts:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then to come to direct us how to lead our lives by the grace of God, which is the ground of all joy and comfort, as S. Paul saith here.
And then to come to Direct us how to led our lives by the grace of God, which is the ground of all joy and Comfort, as S. Paul Says Here.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How shall a man know whether he lead his life by this spiritual, gracious wisdome, or no?
How shall a man know whither he led his life by this spiritual, gracious Wisdom, or no?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I answer, mark the opposition here, Not with fleshly wisdome, but by the Grace of God.
I answer, mark the opposition Here, Not with fleshly Wisdom, but by the Grace of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He then doth lead his life by the Grace of God, that doth renounce carnal, and fleshly wisdome.
He then does led his life by the Grace of God, that does renounce carnal, and fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1829
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Carnal wisdome is a false rule, and it cannot stand together with grace, they one expell another.
Carnal Wisdom is a false Rule, and it cannot stand together with grace, they one expel Another.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1829
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A doubleminded man, saith S. James, is unconstant in all his waies; that is, he that hath two strings to his bowe: A doubleminded man, Says S. James, is unconstant in all his ways; that is, he that hath two strings to his bow:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1829
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he that will be content to be led by the grace of God, and by the Word of God, which is the Word of his Grace, and yet notwithstanding he will have carnal policies, he will have shifts too, he is a double minded man:
he that will be content to be led by the grace of God, and by the Word of God, which is the Word of his Grace, and yet notwithstanding he will have carnal policies, he will have shifts too, he is a double minded man:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is not now under the government of grace, he halteth, as the Prophet tells the Israelites, Why do you halt? so he halteth between carnal, and heavenly wisdome.
he is not now under the government of grace, he halteth, as the Prophet tells the Israelites, Why do you halt? so he halteth between carnal, and heavenly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He is loath to renounce carnal wisdome:
He is loath to renounce carnal Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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no, he thinks if he do, he shall be a fool, he shall lose this way of getting, and that way of rising.
no, he thinks if he do, he shall be a fool, he shall loose this Way of getting, and that Way of rising.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But he that is under the Spirit of God;
But he that is under the Spirit of God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is under Grace, and is guided by it, he will renounce the motions, and stirrings of carnal wisdome:
that is under Grace, and is guided by it, he will renounce the motions, and stirrings of carnal Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1830
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When Carnall Wisdome, like to Eve, or like Job's Wife, or like Peter shall suggest, Oh, spare your self,
When Carnal Wisdom, like to Eve, or like Job's Wife, or like Peter shall suggest, O, spare your self,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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why will you do this? why will you go on in these courses? yet notwithstanding he is able to renounce it.
why will you do this? why will you go on in these courses? yet notwithstanding he is able to renounce it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1830
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The most of Gods Judgments in this world, on his Children, it is for this halting:
The most of God's Judgments in this world, on his Children, it is for this halting:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1831
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they have much carnal wisdome in them;
they have much carnal Wisdom in them;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and God to work it out of them is forced to crosse them sharply in their projects and courses;
and God to work it out of them is forced to cross them sharply in their projects and courses;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and all to bring them to rely on Grace, to rely on his Government in the use of good meanes:
and all to bring them to rely on Grace, to rely on his Government in the use of good means:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For we must serve Gods providence in the use of good means.
For we must serve God's providence in the use of good means.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1831
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A man may know by Gods afflicting of his Children, that they deal too much in carnal wisdome:
A man may know by God's afflicting of his Children, that they deal too much in carnal Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1832
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for if it were not for carnal wisdome, if we would submit our selves to his sweet,
for if it were not for carnal Wisdom, if we would submit our selves to his sweet,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1832
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but because we cannot do so, we are loath to trust him;
but Because we cannot do so, we Are loath to trust him;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1832
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but we are double-minded, we will be ruled by him a little, but we will be politick and subtile;
but we Are double-minded, we will be ruled by him a little, but we will be politic and subtle;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1832
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therefore he sends crosses upon crosses upon our carnal ends and projects:
Therefore he sends Crosses upon Crosses upon our carnal ends and projects:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1832
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especially those that are his Children, he will not suffer them to prosper in ill courses.
especially those that Are his Children, he will not suffer them to prosper in ill courses.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1832
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That is one sign, those that are led by the grace of God, they will not be led by Gods enemy,
That is one Signen, those that Are led by the grace of God, they will not be led by God's enemy,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1833
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and the enemy of their own soules: now God, and our own soules have not a worse enemy then carnal fleshly wisdome;
and the enemy of their own Souls: now God, and our own Souls have not a Worse enemy then carnal fleshly Wisdom;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1833
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that is evident from the opposition.
that is evident from the opposition.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1833
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Those that deny carnal wisdome, that deny themselves, and put themselves upon God, it is a good Evidence.
Those that deny carnal Wisdom, that deny themselves, and put themselves upon God, it is a good Evidence.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1834
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And as it is a sign, so it is a cause.
And as it is a Signen, so it is a cause.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1834
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You see in holy Abraham, when he had put himself on God, and left his Countrey,
You see in holy Abraham, when he had put himself on God, and left his Country,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1834
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and his fathers house, God guided him, God took him into his government. I am God Al-sufficient, walk before me, and be perfect.
and his Father's house, God guided him, God took him into his government. I am God All-sufficient, walk before me, and be perfect.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1834
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God meanes this, That by leaving all other things, and cleaving to me, thou shalt lose nothing, thou shalt have all in me, I will be al-sufficient; therefore walk before me, and be perfect, be sincere.
God means this, That by leaving all other things, and cleaving to me, thou shalt loose nothing, thou shalt have all in me, I will be All-sufficient; Therefore walk before me, and be perfect, be sincere.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1834
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A man shall never know what God will do for him till he put himself upon him,
A man shall never know what God will do for him till he put himself upon him,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1834
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and cease to try him, and begin to trust him: trust him once, honour him of his Word;
and cease to try him, and begin to trust him: trust him once, honour him of his Word;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1834
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have not a double eye, partly to carnal means, and partly to him, but have a single eye to his wisdom,
have not a double eye, partly to carnal means, and partly to him, but have a single eye to his Wisdom,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1834
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and know that he will reward thee and keep promise. It is an excellent thing to deny carnal wisdome.
and know that he will reward thee and keep promise. It is an excellent thing to deny carnal Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1834
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How many Cavils might blessed Noah have had, before he built the Ark? The world would scorn him as an old doting man, that would go about to be wiser then all the world besides.
How many Cavils might blessed Noah have had, before he built the Ark? The world would scorn him as an old doting man, that would go about to be Wiser then all the world beside.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1835
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But he denies all carnal reason, and rejects the scornes of sinful persons, and obeyes God:
But he Denies all carnal reason, and rejects the scorns of sinful Persons, and obeys God:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1835
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and we see how God protected him, and went on with him. And so in David, and S. Paul.
and we see how God protected him, and went on with him. And so in David, and S. Paul.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1835
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And to adde a little to that I touched before, God usually strangely crosses carnal wisdome,
And to add a little to that I touched before, God usually strangely Crosses carnal Wisdom,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1836
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because men will not deny their carnall will, and their carnal wit. There was never any Politician in the world that ever was, but complained of it,
Because men will not deny their carnal will, and their carnal wit. There was never any Politician in the world that ever was, but complained of it,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1836
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if he lived any time in the world, that God went beyond him.
if he lived any time in the world, that God went beyond him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1836
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Saith the Heathen man Tully, I thought my self wise, but I never was so: and so they may all take up the same complaint.
Says the Heathen man Tully, I Thought my self wise, but I never was so: and so they may all take up the same complaint.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1836
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God dashes the Imaginations of the proud.
God Dashes the Imaginations of the proud.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1836
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They build a Babel, a confusion to themselves and others, that are led by carnal wisdome, that will not trust to the grace of God.
They built a Babel, a confusion to themselves and Others, that Are led by carnal Wisdom, that will not trust to the grace of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1836
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Let no man flatter himself, but trust in God, and not rely upon carnal wisdome, and such courses.
Let no man flatter himself, but trust in God, and not rely upon carnal Wisdom, and such courses.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1837
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Those that will bring Religion to reasons of State, and policy:
Those that will bring Religion to Reasons of State, and policy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and subject the highest thing in the world to the basest thing, which is carnal wit, (as I said before) we see what they do.
and Subject the highest thing in the world to the Basest thing, which is carnal wit, (as I said before) we see what they do.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1837
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The nature of man infinitely desireth the accomplishment of their will. We see that where corruption may have the greatest advantage in greatnesse;
The nature of man infinitely Desires the accomplishment of their will. We see that where corruption may have the greatest advantage in greatness;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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let them have their will, they will overthrow a world to have it: their wit is bent to serve their will.
let them have their will, they will overthrow a world to have it: their wit is bent to serve their will.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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All witty men that account it a heaven upon earth to have their will, instead of law,
All witty men that account it a heaven upon earth to have their will, instead of law,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1838
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and conscience and all, they set their wits on the strain to serve their will, and so set themselves against God.
and conscience and all, they Set their wits on the strain to serve their will, and so Set themselves against God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1838
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Is it not Gods honour to set himself against them? Was there ever any fierce against God and prospered? saith Job. Denial of fleshly wit,
Is it not God's honour to Set himself against them? Was there ever any fierce against God and prospered? Says Job. Denial of fleshly wit,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and will, and wisdome, it is both a sign and evidence of grace: and it is a meanes likewise why Gods grace will lead us:
and will, and Wisdom, it is both a Signen and evidence of grace: and it is a means likewise why God's grace will led us:
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when we deny that which is strong in us, God will make a supply by his Grace;
when we deny that which is strong in us, God will make a supply by his Grace;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we are no losers by it.
we Are no losers by it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, you see here in the Text, where the life is led by the Grace of God, by the Spirit of God stirring us, acting us, leading, moving, and strengthening of us;
Again, you see Here in the Text, where the life is led by the Grace of God, by the Spirit of God stirring us, acting us, leading, moving, and strengthening of us;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there a mans courses are in simplicity and sincerity: the soul that is under grace will put it self simply upon God;
there a men courses Are in simplicity and sincerity: the soul that is under grace will put it self simply upon God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that soul will be no wiser then the Word of God makes it to be;
that soul will be no Wiser then the Word of God makes it to be;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it will be no happier, no richer then God makes it, it will use no other meanes then what God allowes:
it will be no Happier, no Richer then God makes it, it will use no other means then what God allows:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this is plainnesse, and singlenesse, and simplicity of heart. Again, it will be in sincerity: where a man leads his life graciously, his actions are sincere:
this is plainness, and singleness, and simplicity of heart. Again, it will be in sincerity: where a man leads his life graciously, his actions Are sincere:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this grace as it comes from God, so it tends to God, sincerity looks to God, it doth things as to God.
this grace as it comes from God, so it tends to God, sincerity looks to God, it does things as to God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So that where Grace is, it carries a man above himself, to seek the glory of God,
So that where Grace is, it carries a man above himself, to seek the glory of God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and life everlasting, to have spiritual and heavenly ends, to seek God in all things.
and life everlasting, to have spiritual and heavenly ends, to seek God in all things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The grace of God in S. Paul guided him to lead his life in the simplicity and sincerity of God;
The grace of God in S. Paul guided him to led his life in the simplicity and sincerity of God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is sincerity that looks to, and aimes at God in all things.
that is sincerity that looks to, and aims At God in all things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And indeed, a gracious man, and onely a gracious man, can look out of himself to an end above himself:
And indeed, a gracious man, and only a gracious man, can look out of himself to an end above himself:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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onely a gracious man can aime at Gods glory, at the pleasing of God;
only a gracious man can aim At God's glory, At the pleasing of God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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why? because onely a gracious man knowes that he hath better things in God then in the world.
why? Because only a gracious man knows that he hath better things in God then in the world.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A worldly man makes himself his term; he makes himself his last end: because he knowes not better out of himself then in himself:
A worldly man makes himself his term; he makes himself his last end: Because he knows not better out of himself then in himself:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he dares not venture upon Gods • … avour, to put all upon that, he knowes not whether he be his friend or no;
he dares not venture upon God's • … avour, to put all upon that, he knows not whither he be his friend or no;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he thinks he is his enemy, as he may well enough, by his ill courses: onely the gracious man can put himself upon God;
he thinks he is his enemy, as he may well enough, by his ill courses: only the gracious man can put himself upon God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he knowes he is redeemed out of a miserable condition into a glorious-estate:
he knows he is redeemed out of a miserable condition into a glorious-estate:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and if he should be denyed of all the world, yet he knowes he hath more happinesse in him,
and if he should be denied of all the world, yet he knows he hath more happiness in him,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then he can look for here: he knowes he would be Al sufficient for him:
then he can look for Here: he knows he would be All sufficient for him:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is assured of his salvation, therefore he hath higher ends, he is sincere in all things.
he is assured of his salvation, Therefore he hath higher ends, he is sincere in all things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God when he is honoured by trusting of him, when in sincerity we make him our wisdome,
God when he is honoured by trusting of him, when in sincerity we make him our Wisdom,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1842
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and make his Word our rule, and the happinesse that he hath promised our chief happinesse that we aime at, and rest in him;
and make his Word our Rule, and the happiness that he hath promised our chief happiness that we aim At, and rest in him;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when we honour him so far, then he makes a supply of all other things.
when we honour him so Far, then he makes a supply of all other things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1842
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But I spake of sincerity to the full before, onely I bring it now, to shew how it is a note of a man that makes the Grace of God his guide, he walks sincerely;
But I spoke of sincerity to the full before, only I bring it now, to show how it is a note of a man that makes the Grace of God his guide, he walks sincerely;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1842
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he seeks the glory of God.
he seeks the glory of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1842
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Thirdly, he that walks by the Grace of God, and in the grace of God, by it as a rule,
Thirdly, he that walks by the Grace of God, and in the grace of God, by it as a Rule,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1843
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and in it as a principle, he that walks in it, and by it, and through it:
and in it as a principle, he that walks in it, and by it, and through it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1843
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you shall see it by the ability that is in him above nature, by the things that he doth, that other men cannot do that walk not by grace:
you shall see it by the ability that is in him above nature, by the things that he does, that other men cannot do that walk not by grace:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore you have a trial of a man that converseth by grace, from hence;
Therefore you have a trial of a man that Converseth by grace, from hence;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1843
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he can crosse the common corruptions of the place, and of the time he lives in:
he can cross the Common corruptions of the place, and of the time he lives in:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1843
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he is not a slave, he is not inthralled to common feares, to common hopes, to the common joyes and delights that the world is carried withall:
he is not a slave, he is not enthralled to Common fears, to Common hope's, to the Common Joys and delights that the world is carried withal:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but as Grace is a thing that is mighty, and strong, and powerful of it self, it is a Spirit:
but as Grace is a thing that is mighty, and strong, and powerful of it self, it is a Spirit:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the Spirit is like the wind as Christ tells Nicodemus; it is a mighty, powerful, strong thing:
the Spirit is like the wind as christ tells Nicodemus; it is a mighty, powerful, strong thing:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1843
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so it makes him strong, it inables a mans spirit to do above himself, above that which he could do if he had not grace.
so it makes him strong, it inables a men Spirit to do above himself, above that which he could do if he had not grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1843
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It makes him deny himself in matter of pleasure, in matter of profit, it will make him crosse himself in matter of revenge,
It makes him deny himself in matter of pleasure, in matter of profit, it will make him cross himself in matter of revenge,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1843
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as David spared Saul when he had him in his power. It will make him triumph over all estates, he can abound, and he can want, as S. Paul saith.
as David spared Saul when he had him in his power. It will make him triumph over all estates, he can abound, and he can want, as S. Paul Says.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1843
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Other men are changeable with their condition;
Other men Are changeable with their condition;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1844
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they are cast down in adversity, they are puffed up in prosperity, they can deny themselves in nothing:
they Are cast down in adversity, they Are puffed up in Prosperity, they can deny themselves in nothing:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1844
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they are alwayes inthralled to their base pleasures, and profits, and honours, they are alwayes swayed with some carnal end or other.
they Are always enthralled to their base pleasures, and profits, and honours, they Are always swayed with Some carnal end or other.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1844
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Grace it raiseth a man above nature, he can do that which another cannot do, he can indure that which another man cannot indure:
Grace it Raiseth a man above nature, he can do that which Another cannot do, he can endure that which Another man cannot endure:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1844
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he can dye, he can indure shame, he can resist that which another man cannot resist.
he can die, he can endure shame, he can resist that which Another man cannot resist.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1844
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In a word, you may know Grace in a man that hath great parts of nature:
In a word, you may know Grace in a man that hath great parts of nature:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1845
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How shall we distinguish grace from nature in him? Thus, you shall have him subdue his parts unto grace, How shall we distinguish grace from nature in him? Thus, you shall have him subdue his parts unto grace,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1845
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and to the rules of Religion:
and to the rules of Religion:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If he have a strong wit, he will not make shew of the strength of it,
If he have a strong wit, he will not make show of the strength of it,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1845
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as though he would break through businesse with his wit; but he will consult with conscience.
as though he would break through business with his wit; but he will consult with conscience.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You may know a man that is led by grace, especially where there are great parts;
You may know a man that is led by grace, especially where there Are great parts;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he can deny not onely his corruptions, but other things if they stand not at that time with the will of God:
he can deny not only his corruptions, but other things if they stand not At that time with the will of God:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he forbeares ostentation of learning when he sees it is hurtfull, when it is rather to shew himself,
he forbears ostentation of learning when he sees it is hurtful, when it is rather to show himself,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then to get glory to God, or to win soules. When a man sees that such and such courses might crush another, and advance himself:
then to get glory to God, or to win Souls. When a man sees that such and such courses might crush Another, and advance himself:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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by wisdome, as it hath a connexion with all other graces.
by Wisdom, as it hath a connexion with all other graces.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1851
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yet if it touch upon conscience he will not do: here is a conflict between parts, and the Grace of God, and goodnesse:
yet if it touch upon conscience he will not do: Here is a conflict between parts, and the Grace of God, and Goodness:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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now when a man in this can deny himself, it is a sign that a man makes grace his guide.
now when a man in this can deny himself, it is a Signen that a man makes grace his guide.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is not so easie in weaker dispositions: for men seem sometimes to be good, when it is defect of parts:
It is not so easy in Weaker dispositions: for men seem sometime to be good, when it is defect of parts:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but in men of ability it proceeds not from defect, or want of parts, but it is the power of Grace onely whereby they are swayed;
but in men of ability it proceeds not from defect, or want of parts, but it is the power of Grace only whereby they Are swayed;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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such a man dares not do it:
such a man dares not do it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he wants not ability or skill, but he dares not offend God, he dares not seek himself, he dares not give scope to his wit,
he Wants not ability or skill, but he dares not offend God, he dares not seek himself, he dares not give scope to his wit,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1846
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and to his vain mind, he knowes what spirit in him moves such things, and he suppresseth them presently,
and to his vain mind, he knows what Spirit in him moves such things, and he suppresses them presently,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and yields to the motions of Gods blessed Spirit.
and yields to the motions of God's blessed Spirit.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But yet in weaker men a man may know when such a one is ruled by grace: thus;
But yet in Weaker men a man may know when such a one is ruled by grace: thus;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1847
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when a man sees something in him that strengthens nature, as, Grace takes not away nature, but betters it.
when a man sees something in him that strengthens nature, as, Grace Takes not away nature, but betters it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When you see a man, that otherwise is simple, yet he is wondrous skilful in resisting a temptation, skilfull in giving advice, skilful in keeping the peace of his conscience, skilful in giving reproof, even above himself:
When you see a man, that otherwise is simple, yet he is wondrous skilful in resisting a temptation, skilful in giving Advice, skilful in keeping the peace of his conscience, skilful in giving reproof, even above himself:
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a man may know that he hath a better Schoolmaster, that the Spirit of God, the Spirit of Grace is his Schoolmaster.
a man may know that he hath a better Schoolmaster, that the Spirit of God, the Spirit of Grace is his Schoolmaster.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So that whether a man have strong, or weak parts, a man may know whether he be led by grace or no.
So that whither a man have strong, or weak parts, a man may know whither he be led by grace or no.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In the weaker it raiseth him above himself:
In the Weaker it Raiseth him above himself:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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in the stronger, when the exercise of his parts of nature, and grace cannot stand together, it makes him deny himself:
in the Stronger, when the exercise of his parts of nature, and grace cannot stand together, it makes him deny himself:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that he may be led by the one, he denies the other altogether: this is gracious wisdome.
that he may be led by the one, he Denies the other altogether: this is gracious Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, a man may know that he leads his life in gracious wisdome, or by gracious wisdome,
Again, a man may know that he leads his life in gracious Wisdom, or by gracious Wisdom,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when he fetcheth reasons for his actions, not from things below, but from Religion, from conscience, from spiritual things:
when he Fetches Reasons for his actions, not from things below, but from Religion, from conscience, from spiritual things:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he doth not fetch the reason of his actions from this, that this will profit me,
he does not fetch the reason of his actions from this, that this will profit me,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or I shall advantage my self thus and thus: but he fetcheth the reasons and ground of his actions higher;
or I shall advantage my self thus and thus: but he Fetches the Reasons and ground of his actions higher;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this is pleasing to God, this is according to the peace of my conscience, this is for the good of the Church,
this is pleasing to God, this is according to the peace of my conscience, this is for the good of the Church,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the good of the State I live in; this is for the good of my Christian brethren.
for the good of the State I live in; this is for the good of my Christian brothers.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The strongest reason of a Christian is that that makes for Religion, and for conscience: if he may gain in his own particular one way, and gain to the State,
The Strongest reason of a Christian is that that makes for Religion, and for conscience: if he may gain in his own particular one Way, and gain to the State,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or Religion another, he considers not, what will it advantage me? but, what is it for Religion? It is the chief prevailing reason,
or Religion Another, he considers not, what will it advantage me? but, what is it for Religion? It is the chief prevailing reason,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how he may gain to Religion, and the glory of God: he will not redeem his life to impeach the glory of God, and Religion.
how he may gain to Religion, and the glory of God: he will not Redeem his life to impeach the glory of God, and Religion.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This is a man that leads his life by grace. Again, where grace is, there graces are together:
This is a man that leads his life by grace. Again, where grace is, there graces Are together:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is a sweet linking of them: therefore S. Paul instead of wisdome, names Grace of God, all grace.
there is a sweet linking of them: Therefore S. Paul instead of Wisdom, names Grace of God, all grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man therefore may know that he is led by grace, when there is no solitary grace:
A man Therefore may know that he is led by grace, when there is no solitary grace:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for where grace is solitary, it is not at all, it is but a shadow.
for where grace is solitary, it is not At all, it is but a shadow.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For there is not one grace but it is of special use in the managing of a Christians life and conversation:
For there is not one grace but it is of special use in the managing of a Christians life and Conversation:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1851
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therefore S Panl instead of wisdome, puts grace here.
Therefore S Paul instead of Wisdom, puts grace Here.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For instance, there is a great necessity of seeing by a light above nature, things above nature.
For instance, there is a great necessity of seeing by a Light above nature, things above nature.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If a man lead a life above nature, there is a necessity of heavenly illumination and conviction, that there is a better happinesse then the world affords.
If a man led a life above nature, there is a necessity of heavenly illumination and conviction, that there is a better happiness then the world affords.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then there is a need of love to carry the soul to that happinesse that is discovered.
And then there is a need of love to carry the soul to that happiness that is discovered.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But then there are a world of impediments between us, and heaven, and happinesse that is discovered to us in the Gospel by Christ Jesus:
But then there Are a world of impediments between us, and heaven, and happiness that is discovered to us in the Gospel by christ jesus:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1851
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there must be heavenly wisdome therefore to discover the impediments, and to remove them.
there must be heavenly Wisdom Therefore to discover the impediments, and to remove them.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1851
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And there are many advantages how to attain our end, we must use this, and this meanes, these and these helps that God hath ordained:
And there Are many advantages how to attain our end, we must use this, and this means, these and these helps that God hath ordained:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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here must be heavenly wisdome to use the advantages, and to avoid the hindrances.
Here must be heavenly Wisdom to use the advantages, and to avoid the hindrances.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But there are a world of troubles between our end and us, between heaven that is discovered, and us:
But there Are a world of Troubles between our end and us, between heaven that is discovered, and us:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1851
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therefore saith the Apostle, Ye have need of Patience.
Therefore Says the Apostle, You have need of Patience.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And patience that is sustained by hope, hope casts anchor in heaven, and assures us of happinesse there,
And patience that is sustained by hope, hope Cast anchor in heaven, and assures us of happiness there,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1851
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and then patience sustains us in whatsoever befalls us in this world. Therefore the Apostle saith not, I lead my life by wisdome, but by grace;
and then patience sustains us in whatsoever befalls us in this world. Therefore the Apostle Says not, I led my life by Wisdom, but by grace;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1851
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Therefore a man that out of hearing of the Word, or reading, &c. hath it discovered, that there is a better way then he takes,
Therefore a man that out of hearing of the Word, or reading, etc. hath it discovered, that there is a better Way then he Takes,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1852
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and yet notwithstanding hath not love to carry him to it, nor wisdome to remove the impediments, he works not towards his end;
and yet notwithstanding hath not love to carry him to it, nor Wisdom to remove the impediments, he works not towards his end;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is no grace at all:
there is no grace At all:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1852
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there is illumination, but it is not sanctified illumination, but a meer common work of the Spirit:
there is illumination, but it is not sanctified illumination, but a mere Common work of the Spirit:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1852
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because where true wisdome is, there is love, and patience, and hope, and all other graces to carry the whole soul to that happinesse that is discovered.
Because where true Wisdom is, there is love, and patience, and hope, and all other graces to carry the Whole soul to that happiness that is discovered.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore by this you may know a gracious wise man, he works to his end alwayes:
Therefore by this you may know a gracious wise man, he works to his end always:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1853
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another man heares and wishes, Oh, it were well if I could attain heaven:
Another man hears and wishes, O, it were well if I could attain heaven:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but carnal policy, and base affections hold him in a beastly course of life, that he works not to that end:
but carnal policy, and base affections hold him in a beastly course of life, that he works not to that end:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1853
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onely he hears such things, and thinks God will be merciful, and Christ hath dyed, and when he cannot enjoy the world longer, he will have good words that way:
only he hears such things, and thinks God will be merciful, and christ hath died, and when he cannot enjoy the world longer, he will have good words that Way:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1853
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but that will not serve the turn, a man must lead a life in grace, that will dye, and be saved by grace;
but that will not serve the turn, a man must led a life in grace, that will die, and be saved by grace;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1853
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he must work, and carry the whole man with it:
he must work, and carry the Whole man with it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1853
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and not onely have knowledge, but faith, and love, and all, a man must work with it.
and not only have knowledge, but faith, and love, and all, a man must work with it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1853
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Who is a wise man in outward matters? is he a wise man that only talks of States matters, out of Books he hath read? No,
Who is a wise man in outward matters? is he a wise man that only talks of States matters, out of Books he hath read? No,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1854
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but he that when he comes to a businesse to negotiate in the world, can remove hindrances,
but he that when he comes to a business to negotiate in the world, can remove hindrances,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1854
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and attain his end, and overthrow the plots of his enemies when it comes to particular actions:
and attain his end, and overthrow the plots of his enemies when it comes to particular actions:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1854
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here is a wise man, that can attain his end by working; that doth work to his end till he have attained it.
Here is a wise man, that can attain his end by working; that does work to his end till he have attained it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1854
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So he proves graciously wise in Religion that works to his end; or else he is a foolish man, a foolish builder.
So he Proves graciously wise in Religion that works to his end; or Else he is a foolish man, a foolish builder.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1854
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As Christ saith, If ye know these things, and do them not;
As christ Says, If you know these things, and do them not;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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you are as a man that builds on the sands, your profession will come to nothing.
you Are as a man that builds on the sands, your profession will come to nothing.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1854
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Again, a man may know that he is guided by Grace, that he doth every thing by gracious wisdome,
Again, a man may know that he is guided by Grace, that he does every thing by gracious Wisdom,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1855
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when he doth provide for himself best in the best things, out of a sanctified judgment,
when he does provide for himself best in the best things, out of a sanctified judgement,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1855
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when he doth judge aright of differences: when he considers that there is a difference between the soul and the body;
when he does judge aright of differences: when he considers that there is a difference between the soul and the body;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1855
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between this life and eternal life: there is a main difference between the glorious eternal life in the world to come,
between this life and Eternal life: there is a main difference between the glorious Eternal life in the world to come,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1855
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and this fading life which the soul communicates to the body in this world;
and this fading life which the soul communicates to the body in this world;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1855
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when a man judgeth the difference between true riches, and these things that we are so set upon, that are but lent us for a little while.
when a man Judgeth the difference between true riches, and these things that we Are so Set upon, that Are but lent us for a little while.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When he judgeth between the true honour to be the Child of God, and the fading honours of this world that shall lye down in the dust with us,
When he Judgeth between the true honour to be the Child of God, and the fading honours of this world that shall lie down in the dust with us,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and shall all depart and be gone, it appears then he hath a sanctified judgment, he discerns of things that differ.
and shall all depart and be gone, it appears then he hath a sanctified judgement, he discerns of things that differ.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And according to this, (if he lead his life in gracious wisdome) he makes his provision;
And according to this, (if he led his life in gracious Wisdom) he makes his provision;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1856
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he makes his provision as his judgment leads him: his judgment leads him to the best things, therefore he provides for the best things.
he makes his provision as his judgement leads him: his judgement leads him to the best things, Therefore he provides for the best things.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As Christ saith of the Children of this world, they are wise in their courses, in their Generation: they provide against beggery, they make friends beforehand,
As christ Says of the Children of this world, they Are wise in their courses, in their Generation: they provide against beggary, they make Friends beforehand,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as we see in that unjust steward.
as we see in that unjust steward.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So a Christian provides for his soul, he looks to that, he makes him friends of his unrighteous Mammon:
So a Christian provides for his soul, he looks to that, he makes him Friends of his unrighteous Mammon:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he makes him friends of his earthly things, that is, he doth deserve well of men that they pray for him,
he makes him Friends of his earthly things, that is, he does deserve well of men that they pray for him,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1856
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and so help him to heaven.
and so help him to heaven.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1856
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He daily makes his account ready, he cuts off impediments that he meets with in the way, he troubles not himself with impertinencies, he spends not more time then needs about worldly things:
He daily makes his account ready, he cuts off impediments that he meets with in the Way, he Troubles not himself with Impertinencies, he spends not more time then needs about worldly things:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1856
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he useth them as they may help his work to be better and better in grace, to be fitter and fitter for glory.
he uses them as they may help his work to be better and better in grace, to be fitter and fitter for glory.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1856
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As he discerneth differences, so he makes his provision answerable: he provides for the best in the first place.
As he discerneth differences, so he makes his provision answerable: he provides for the best in the First place.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1856
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Or else he were a foolish Merchant, a foolish builder, a foolish man every way;
Or Else he were a foolish Merchant, a foolish builder, a foolish man every Way;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1856
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the Scripture saith he is no better that cannot discern the difference, and provide well for himself when other things fail.
the Scripture Says he is no better that cannot discern the difference, and provide well for himself when other things fail.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1856
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The Scripture doth well call wicked men fooles, they have no judgement, they do not provide for themselves:
The Scripture does well call wicked men Fools, they have no judgement, they do not provide for themselves:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1857
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they prefer these things (say what they will) before better things: they are fooles in their provision.
they prefer these things (say what they will) before better things: they Are Fools in their provision.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1857
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Achitophel, he made provision, he set his house in order, and what became of him after? he hanged himself.Ahithophel, he made provision, he Set his house in order, and what became of him After? he hanged himself.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1857
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He made much provision for the world, and at last he knew not how to forecast and provide for his soul.
He made much provision for the world, and At last he knew not how to forecast and provide for his soul.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1857
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The Scripture calls the rich man in the Gospel, a fool: he was wise enough to contrive for himself,
The Scripture calls the rich man in the Gospel, a fool: he was wise enough to contrive for himself,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1857
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yet he was but a rich fool. The fool, as the Wise man saith, knowes not the way to the City:
yet he was but a rich fool. The fool, as the Wise man Says, knows not the Way to the city:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1857
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so a wicked man he knowes not the way to heaven, he discerns not the difference, he provides not, he knowes not the way thither, he cannot do one thing that is gracious, not one action that may further his account.
so a wicked man he knows not the Way to heaven, he discerns not the difference, he provides not, he knows not the Way thither, he cannot do one thing that is gracious, not one actium that may further his account.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1857
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I might be very large in the point;
I might be very large in the point;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1858
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it is profitable, because we do infinitely deceive our selves in that point, which is of more consequence then the whole world:
it is profitable, Because we do infinitely deceive our selves in that point, which is of more consequence then the Whole world:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1858
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for the man is, as the rule that he is led by is; carnall men are led by carnal rules;
for the man is, as the Rule that he is led by is; carnal men Are led by carnal rules;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1858
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gracious, and holy men guide their lives by heavenly wisdome, by a gracious rule.
gracious, and holy men guide their lives by heavenly Wisdom, by a gracious Rule.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1858
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Now if you find your selves defective (for a good Christian may be defective in this:
Now if you find your selves defective (for a good Christian may be defective in this:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1859
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but if he have hearkned to carnal wisdome, if he have forgotten himself, if he have troubled himself too much about the world, he will come to his Centre again, he will come to his old way again, he will not be long out of it:
but if he have hearkened to carnal Wisdom, if he have forgotten himself, if he have troubled himself too much about the world, he will come to his Centre again, he will come to his old Way again, he will not be long out of it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1859
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his way and course is by grace.
his Way and course is by grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1859
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Sometimes he may have a policy that is not good, as David had, yet his way is gracious.
Sometime he may have a policy that is not good, as David had, yet his Way is gracious.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1859
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I say, if you find your selves defective) I will shew some helps how we may guide our selves, not by fleshly wisdome, but by the Grace of God;
I say, if you find your selves defective) I will show Some helps how we may guide our selves, not by fleshly Wisdom, but by the Grace of God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1859
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that is, by gracious wisdome, by the Spirit.
that is, by gracious Wisdom, by the Spirit.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1859
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Now the Spirit leads us not immediately, but works Graces in us, and stirres up those Graces in us.
Now the Spirit leads us not immediately, but works Graces in us, and stirs up those Graces in us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1860
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The Spirit guides a godly man, by working grace in him by making him better, by using those graces in him.
The Spirit guides a godly man, by working grace in him by making him better, by using those graces in him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1860
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Sometimes the Spirit of God moves a wicked man, but it makes him not better;
Sometime the Spirit of God moves a wicked man, but it makes him not better;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1860
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he puts conceits into his head, and makes him do that which otherwise he would not: but he is not bettered.
he puts conceits into his head, and makes him do that which otherwise he would not: but he is not bettered.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1860
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The Spirit guides a good man by making him better, he works a gracious disposition, a gracious bent in him, that his judgment concurres with Gods, his affections concur with the holy Spirit,
The Spirit guides a good man by making him better, he works a gracious disposition, a gracious bent in him, that his judgement concurs with God's, his affections concur with the holy Spirit,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1860
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and make him holy and pure.
and make him holy and pure.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1860
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There is a disposition wrought in a good man like to the Spirit that sanctifies him,
There is a disposition wrought in a good man like to the Spirit that Sanctifies him,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1860
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Now that we may guide our lives by the Spirit working in us spirituall and gracious wisdome.
Now that we may guide our lives by the Spirit working in us spiritual and gracious Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1861
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First of all, consider what I said before of fleshly wisdome:
First of all, Consider what I said before of fleshly Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1862
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there are none but they have one of these two guides, either the flesh, and by consequent the divell:
there Are none but they have one of these two guides, either the Flesh, and by consequent the Devil:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1862
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for the divell dwells in our carnall reason, that is his Fort, that is his Tower, his Castle.
for the Devil dwells in our carnal reason, that is his Fort, that is his Tower, his Castle.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1862
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Carnall, fleshly Imagination is the Divells forge, there he workes all his tooles, all his Instruments:
Carnal, fleshly Imagination is the Devils forge, there he works all his tools, all his Instruments:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1862
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For the Divell workes not so much immediately, as by carnall men that are led with him.
For the devil works not so much immediately, as by carnal men that Are led with him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1862
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Our wit and policie, and carnall wisdome, it is the shop, the forge of the divell wherein he works all his mischief to overthow us.
Our wit and policy, and carnal Wisdom, it is the shop, the forge of the Devil wherein he works all his mischief to overthow us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1863
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It is the Divells Worke-house where he engins with all his tooles and Instruments. Then considering that there are but two guides;
It is the Devils Workhouse where he Engines with all his tools and Instruments. Then considering that there Are but two guides;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the flesh, the world, and Satan (which alway go together in one) or Gods Spirit and Grace;
the Flesh, the world, and Satan (which always go together in one) or God's Spirit and Grace;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1864
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let us be willing to submit our thoughts and desires, to submit our projects and our aimes and all to the Spirit of Grace: let us be willing to submit our thoughts and Desires, to submit our projects and our aims and all to the Spirit of Grace:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1864
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submit to the Word of grace, and to the motions of the Word:
submit to the Word of grace, and to the motions of the Word:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1864
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the Word of God having the Spirit of God accompanying of it, the Word of grace accompanied by the Spirit of Grace, is forcible as the Apostle saith, 1. Cor, 10. It beates down strong holds, strong Imaginations. Satan fortifies himself in strong holds,
the Word of God having the Spirit of God accompanying of it, the Word of grace accompanied by the Spirit of Grace, is forcible as the Apostle Says, 1. Cor, 10. It beats down strong holds, strong Imaginations. Satan fortifies himself in strong holds,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1864
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as the Scripture calls them, in high thoughts, working discoursive thoughts.
as the Scripture calls them, in high thoughts, working discursive thoughts.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1864
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Now when we come to hear the Word which teacheth the simple, sincere truth of God, that teacheth us how we should be saved,
Now when we come to hear the Word which Teaches the simple, sincere truth of God, that Teaches us how we should be saved,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and how we should guide our lives:
and how we should guide our lives:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we will be guided by grace, if we will yield to Gods simple truth, let him erect a throne in us, let us lay down all.
if we will be guided by grace, if we will yield to God's simple truth, let him erect a throne in us, let us lay down all.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1864
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When we come to hear the Word, let us think, I come to hear the wisdome of heaven it self, I come to hear that Word that shall make me wise to salvation: I will not entertain projects.
When we come to hear the Word, let us think, I come to hear the Wisdom of heaven it self, I come to hear that Word that shall make me wise to salvation: I will not entertain projects.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I will not entertain a wisdom that is contrary to it;
I will not entertain a Wisdom that is contrary to it;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when they rise in my soule contrary to the direction of the Spirit, and of the Word, down they shall, I will not owne them:
when they rise in my soul contrary to the direction of the Spirit, and of the Word, down they shall, I will not own them:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this is the wisdome of a man that intends to make grace his rule.
this is the Wisdom of a man that intends to make grace his Rule.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1864
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it is truth that is accepted, not a strong brain to cavil, God gives Grace to the humble.
it is truth that is accepted, not a strong brain to cavil, God gives Grace to the humble.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1867
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Now a carnal hearer, a carnall reader, a common Christian, he brings his naughty proud heart, he brings his high conceits to the hearing and reading of the Word, he comes as a Censurer,
Now a carnal hearer, a carnal reader, a Common Christian, he brings his naughty proud heart, he brings his high conceits to the hearing and reading of the Word, he comes as a Censurer,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1865
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as a Judge, he comes to talk of what was said in this passage, and in that passage, he comes not as to hear God speak in his Ordinance, he comes not as a humble man:
as a Judge, he comes to talk of what was said in this passage, and in that passage, he comes not as to hear God speak in his Ordinance, he comes not as a humble man:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1865
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he comes not to hear it as the Ordinance of God with reverence, and that makes him come and go out again as a beast.
he comes not to hear it as the Ordinance of God with Reverence, and that makes him come and go out again as a beast.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1865
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As the beasts that went our of Noah's Ark, they went out as they came in:
As the beasts that went our of Noah's Ark, they went out as they Come in:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1865
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so many come into the Church and go out again as beasts, they go our worse then they came in:
so many come into the Church and go out again as beasts, they go our Worse then they Come in:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1865
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because they bring not hearts to submit themselves to God and to his Word: O, a spirit of subjection, it is a blessed thing.
Because they bring not hearts to submit themselves to God and to his Word: Oh, a Spirit of subjection, it is a blessed thing.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1865
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Self-denyall is some help to this, be content in the guiding of your common life, and in the guiding your way to salvation to be no wiser then Gods Spirit,
Self-denial is Some help to this, be content in the guiding of your Common life, and in the guiding your Way to salvation to be no Wiser then God's Spirit,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Gods Word will make you, to have no will nor no wisdome contrary to his will and wisdome:
and God's Word will make you, to have no will nor no Wisdom contrary to his will and Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1866
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but you will live as men that have nothing of their own, nothing different from God;
but you will live as men that have nothing of their own, nothing different from God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1866
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no distinct will, no contrary will, and wit to God, but you will let God take the guidance of you himself:
no distinct will, no contrary will, and wit to God, but you will let God take the guidance of you himself:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and whom he guides must needs come to a happie end, as the Psalmist saith excellent well, Th• … wilt guide me by thy counsell,
and whom he guides must needs come to a happy end, as the Psalmist Says excellent well, Th• … wilt guide me by thy counsel,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1866
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and after bring me to glorie. and After bring me to glory.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1866
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Those that submit themselves to be guided by Gods counsell, he will bring them to glory.
Those that submit themselves to be guided by God's counsel, he will bring them to glory.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1866
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Serviceable to this is that which is pressed every where in the Scripture, Humility: God gives Grace to the humble;
Serviceable to this is that which is pressed every where in the Scripture, Humility: God gives Grace to the humble;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1867
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that is, he gives them not onely forgivenesse of sins, and acceptation to life, but he gives them grace for the regiment of their lives:
that is, he gives them not only forgiveness of Sins, and acceptation to life, but he gives them grace for the regiment of their lives:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1867
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he gives Grace to the humble. he gives Grace to the humble.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1867
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Those that humble their wits to God, (for there is a humiliation of the wit as well as of the affections) that they care not for the depths of Satan, they care not for School-tricks:
Those that humble their wits to God, (for there is a humiliation of the wit as well as of the affections) that they care not for the depths of Satan, they care not for School-tricks:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1867
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they care to know nothing but Christ and him crucified, as S. Paul saith.
they care to know nothing but christ and him Crucified, as S. Paul Says.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1867
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Gods Word is of Power and Majestie enough to save me, I need not bring my wit for my acceptance to God:
God's Word is of Power and Majesty enough to save me, I need not bring my wit for my acceptance to God:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1867
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Therefore let us be like our selves in all that we do to God, or to men.
Therefore let us be like our selves in all that we do to God, or to men.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1918
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Those that bring their understandings to be led and taught by God, he gives grace to them.
Those that bring their understandings to be led and taught by God, he gives grace to them.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1867
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Again, in the third place, If we would have our thoughts guided by counsel, let us have a high esteem of wisdome, above all precious stones and pearles. Solomon presseth it:
Again, in the third place, If we would have our thoughts guided by counsel, let us have a high esteem of Wisdom, above all precious stones and Pearls. Solomon Presseth it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1868
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have a high estimation of wisdome, of the government of Gods Spirit as the best government.
have a high estimation of Wisdom, of the government of God's Spirit as the best government.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1868
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And be out of love with carnal reason, with carnal affections and their guidance:
And be out of love with carnal reason, with carnal affections and their guidance:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1868
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account them as base things, not worthy to come into the esteem of a Christian heart.
account them as base things, not worthy to come into the esteem of a Christian heart.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1868
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Those that highly prize wisdome, God will lead them by it: those that sell all for the pearl, shall have it.
Those that highly prize Wisdom, God will led them by it: those that fell all for the pearl, shall have it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1868
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There must be a high price set on the guidance of Gods Spirit, and on grace, (as indeed it is worthy of it) and then we shall have it.
There must be a high price Set on the guidance of God's Spirit, and on grace, (as indeed it is worthy of it) and then we shall have it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1868
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Again, if we would lead our lives according to spiritual and heavenly wisdome, according to grace, and gracious wisdome;
Again, if we would led our lives according to spiritual and heavenly Wisdom, according to grace, and gracious Wisdom;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1869
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let us learn, as it is, Job 22. to be more and more acquainted with God by prayer:
let us Learn, as it is, Job 22. to be more and more acquainted with God by prayer:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1869
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for grace comes not from within us.
for grace comes not from within us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1869
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Grace is in Christ as in the root, as in the spring, as in the Sun;
Grace is in christ as in the root, as in the spring, as in the Sun;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1869
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we have it but as the beam, as the stream:
we have it but as the beam, as the stream:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1869
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therefore let us learn to be acquainted with God, and with Christ by prayer and meditation,
Therefore let us Learn to be acquainted with God, and with christ by prayer and meditation,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1869
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and search into his Word by reading, and by hearing him speak to us, and let us often speak to him.
and search into his Word by reading, and by hearing him speak to us, and let us often speak to him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1869
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Let us acquaint our selves with him by prayer, and by hearing his Word, and then we shall have his grace to guide us.
Let us acquaint our selves with him by prayer, and by hearing his Word, and then we shall have his grace to guide us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1870
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For grace is a fruit of his peculiar love; he gives grace to his own peculiar people.
For grace is a fruit of his peculiar love; he gives grace to his own peculiar people.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1870
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How do you think, shall he have a peculiar delight in us, if we labour not to be more and more acquainted with him? by often speaking to him, by often hearing of him, by coming into his presence,
How do you think, shall he have a peculiar delight in us, if we labour not to be more and more acquainted with him? by often speaking to him, by often hearing of him, by coming into his presence,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1870
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and attending as much as we can upon his holy Ordinances, by conversing as much as we can in the holy things of God.
and attending as much as we can upon his holy Ordinances, by conversing as much as we can in the holy things of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1870
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Those that will be warm, they come under the beams of the Sun:
Those that will be warm, they come under the beams of the Sun:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1870
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those that would have the Spirit work effectually, they must come where the Spirit is effectual, where the Spirit works.
those that would have the Spirit work effectually, they must come where the Spirit is effectual, where the Spirit works.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1870
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Now the Spirit is effectual in the Word preached:
Now the Spirit is effectual in the Word preached:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1870
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He may force himself to speak what he list, and force odd opinions of him,
He may force himself to speak what he list, and force odd opinions of him,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
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the Spirit fell upon Cornelius and the rest when they were hearing of S. Peter. And the Spirit is where there is conversing in good company;
the Spirit fell upon Cornelius and the rest when they were hearing of S. Peter. And the Spirit is where there is conversing in good company;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1870
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Where two or three are met together, I will be in the middest of them, saith Christ.Where two or three Are met together, I will be in the midst of them, Says christ.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1870
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If we walk with the wise, we shall be wiser. If we walk with the wise, we shall be Wiser.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1870
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It must be the heavenly wisdome of a Christian, if he would lead his life by grace, to attend upon all the meanes of grace:
It must be the heavenly Wisdom of a Christian, if he would led his life by grace, to attend upon all the means of grace:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1871
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because the Spirit of God is effectual by his own means, he works by his own means;
Because the Spirit of God is effectual by his own means, he works by his own means;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1871
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therefore use the meanes that the Spirit hath sanctified for the working of grace.
Therefore use the means that the Spirit hath sanctified for the working of grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1871
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I do wonder at a company of vain sottish creatures, that carry themselves according to their vain conceits, according to the whirling of their own brain, in toyes and baubles that come into their heads;
I do wonder At a company of vain sottish creatures, that carry themselves according to their vain conceits, according to the whirling of their own brain, in toys and baubles that come into their Heads;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1871
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they care not for the hearing of Gods blessed truth:
they care not for the hearing of God's blessed truth:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1871
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either they abstain altogether, or else they hear it carelesly, as if it were a thing that concerned them not:
either they abstain altogether, or Else they hear it carelessly, as if it were a thing that concerned them not:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1871
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Oh, but those that will lead their lives by grace, they come to it by the Spirit,
O, but those that will led their lives by grace, they come to it by the Spirit,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1871
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and the Spirit is onely effectual in holy Ordinances.
and the Spirit is only effectual in holy Ordinances.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1871
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It must be our wisdome therefore to bring our selves under some meanes or other, that the Spirit may be effectual.
It must be our Wisdom Therefore to bring our selves under Some means or other, that the Spirit may be effectual.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1871
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The wisest, and the best men in the world are no longer gracious then they are wise this way:
The Wisest, and the best men in the world Are no longer gracious then they Are wise this Way:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1872
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if they neglect good company, good acquaintance, if they neglect the hearing of the Word, if they neglect prayer, they will grow dead, and dull, and carnal-minded;
if they neglect good company, good acquaintance, if they neglect the hearing of the Word, if they neglect prayer, they will grow dead, and dull, and carnal-minded;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1872
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they will be possessed with base thoughts.
they will be possessed with base thoughts.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1872
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How do men differ one from another? not so much by any habitual grace that is in them,
How do men differ one from Another? not so much by any habitual grace that is in them,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1872
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as by avoiding all that might prejudice them in a Christian course, and by using all means whereby the Spirit of God may be effectual.
as by avoiding all that might prejudice them in a Christian course, and by using all means whereby the Spirit of God may be effectual.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1872
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Again, the way ro be under the grace of Gods Spirit is often to meditate of the grace of God, the free love of God in Jesus Christ: for so it comes first.
Again, the Way ro be under the grace of God's Spirit is often to meditate of the grace of God, the free love of God in jesus christ: for so it comes First.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1873
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The first grace of all is Gods free love in the forgiving of our sins,
The First grace of all is God's free love in the forgiving of our Sins,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1873
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and accepting us to life everlasting, and then he doth alter and change our natures more and more, he transforms us more and more:
and accepting us to life everlasting, and then he does altar and change our nature's more and more, he transforms us more and more:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1873
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when we find therefore any defect of grace in our hearts, when we find coldnesse,
when we find Therefore any defect of grace in our hearts, when we find coldness,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1873
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and deadnesse, and dulnesse, go to the first fire, to the first Sun, to the free grace of God in Christ, pardoning all our sins,
and deadness, and dulness, go to the First fire, to the First Sun, to the free grace of God in christ, pardoning all our Sins,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1873
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and accepting us to life everlasting, and promising us grace to lead our lives in the mean time.
and accepting us to life everlasting, and promising us grace to led our lives in the mean time.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1873
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If you have fallen into any sin by the temptation of Satan, or your own weaknesse, beg not first grace to alter your course, to sanctifie your life;
If you have fallen into any since by the temptation of Satan, or your own weakness, beg not First grace to altar your course, to sanctify your life;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1873
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but renew every day your interest in the first grace, in the forgivenesse of sins, and your acceptation to everlasting life.
but renew every day your Interest in the First grace, in the forgiveness of Sins, and your acceptation to everlasting life.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1873
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For till God have pardoned your sinnes, and have witnessed to your soules that you stand reconciled, he will not give the best fruit of reconciliation, which is grace.
For till God have pardoned your Sins, and have witnessed to your Souls that you stand reconciled, he will not give the best fruit of reconciliation, which is grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1873
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Therefore every day examine your lives, if you have offended God, in what termes you stand with God,
Therefore every day examine your lives, if you have offended God, in what terms you stand with God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1874
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and if you stand in ill termes, that there is any sin against conscience, the best way is not presently to amend that:
and if you stand in ill terms, that there is any since against conscience, the best Way is not presently to amend that:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1874
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for that will not be, except the heart be warmed with Gods love and favour in the pardon of your sins first,
for that will not be, except the heart be warmed with God's love and favour in the pardon of your Sins First,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1874
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and in the acceptation of you in Christ notwithstanding your sins:
and in the acceptation of you in christ notwithstanding your Sins:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1874
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as, he justifieth us every day, not onely in the first act of conversion, but daily, he acquits our consciences daily from our sins:
as, he Justifieth us every day, not only in the First act of conversion, but daily, he acquits our Consciences daily from our Sins:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1874
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and therefore in the Lords Prayer, Christ teacheth us every day to say, Forgive us our sins. And then after forgivenesse of sins, to beg the particular graces for our lives that we want.
and Therefore in the lords Prayer, christ Teaches us every day to say, Forgive us our Sins. And then After forgiveness of Sins, to beg the particular graces for our lives that we want.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1874
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I would this were better thought on. Challenge likewise the Covenant of grace, we have a promise of all grace;
I would this were better Thought on. Challenge likewise the Covenant of grace, we have a promise of all grace;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1874
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and the spring of all grace.
and the spring of all grace.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1875
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We have a Promise of Love, God will teach us to Love one another. We have a promise of Fear, he hath promised, that He will put his fear into our hearts that we shall never depart from him.
We have a Promise of Love, God will teach us to Love one Another. We have a promise of fear, he hath promised, that He will put his Fear into our hearts that we shall never depart from him.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1875
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We have a promise of the holy Spirit, Let us challenge these Promises every day.
We have a promise of the holy Spirit, Let us challenge these Promises every day.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1875
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So much for the Directions how to lead our lives by Grace. But by the Grace of God.
So much for the Directions how to led our lives by Grace. But by the Grace of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1875
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Saint Paul here makes it the ground of his rejoycing, that he led not his life by fleshly wisdome, but in simplicity and sincerity, and by the Grace of God;
Saint Paul Here makes it the ground of his rejoicing, that he led not his life by fleshly Wisdom, but in simplicity and sincerity, and by the Grace of God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1876
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and all that are led by S. Paul's spirit, live thus.
and all that Are led by S. Paul's Spirit, live thus.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1876
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for the Scripture goes onely to Christ, onely Christ. We are saved by faith, onely by Christ.
for the Scripture Goes only to christ, only christ. We Are saved by faith, only by christ.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1886
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There is a Religion in the world that bears it self very big, on high terms, of Universality, Succession, Antiquity, &c. and they will have it thought to be a spiritual, and holy Religion.
There is a Religion in the world that bears it self very big, on high terms, of Universality, Succession, Antiquity, etc. and they will have it Thought to be a spiritual, and holy Religion.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1877
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Well, if a man be a carnal man that is led with fleshly wisdome, and not by the grace of God, that Religion must needs be a naughty Religion, that hath onely the support and the foundation of it in fleshly wisdome, which is an enemy,
Well, if a man be a carnal man that is led with fleshly Wisdom, and not by the grace of God, that Religion must needs be a naughty Religion, that hath only the support and the Foundation of it in fleshly Wisdom, which is an enemy,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1877
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and opposite to the grace of God, and to simplicity and sincerity. But Popery is this;
and opposite to the grace of God, and to simplicity and sincerity. But Popery is this;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1877
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Take it in the regiment, and goverment of it: Take it in the worship: Take it in the opinions, you may draw all to one of those three heads. For the government of it:
Take it in the regiment, and government of it: Take it in the worship: Take it in the opinions, you may draw all to one of those three Heads. For the government of it:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1878
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There is a wisdome, a wondrous wisdome, a fine subordination to one Head, the Pope, to hear all controversies, and under him the Cardinals,
There is a Wisdom, a wondrous Wisdom, a fine subordination to one Head, the Pope, to hear all controversies, and under him the Cardinals,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1879
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and under them the Generals, and all at Rome; and they have th eir Provincials under them:
and under them the Generals, and all At Room; and they have that eir Provincials under them:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1879
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here is a wondrous fine subordination: butall this is by fleshly wisdome.
Here is a wondrous fine subordination: butall this is by fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1879
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For this beast riset out of the earth, and out of the Sea, out of the Tumult of the people, out of base earthly respects.
For this beast riset out of the earth, and out of the Sea, out of the Tumult of the people, out of base earthly respects.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1879
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Therefore it is said in the Revelation; when the Bishop of Rome became Pope, and was at the highest, that a Star fell: he fell when he rose:
Therefore it is said in the Revelation; when the Bishop of Room became Pope, and was At the highest, that a Star fell: he fell when he rose:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1879
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when he was at the highest, he was at the lowest; why? because his rising was carnal, and earthly:
when he was At the highest, he was At the lowest; why? Because his rising was carnal, and earthly:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1879
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or lower if you will, it was hellish, and devillish.
or lower if you will, it was hellish, and devilish.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1879
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Their government is opposite to Christs Government, and being so, it must needs be mightily opposed by him again:
Their government is opposite to Christ Government, and being so, it must needs be mightily opposed by him again:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1880
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and therefore it must needs down, the fabrick of it being opposite to the frame of Christs Government; though it be wondrous witty.
and Therefore it must needs down, the fabric of it being opposite to the frame of Christ Government; though it be wondrous witty.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1880
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Therefore in the Revelation, 666. is the Number of a man. If you mark the frame of the Romish policy, it is wondrous accurate, it goes smoothly, by tens,
Therefore in the Revelation, 666. is the Number of a man. If you mark the frame of the Romish policy, it is wondrous accurate, it Goes smoothly, by tens,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1880
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and by hundreds, 666. This Babylon is the number of a man; a fine policy:
and by hundreds, 666. This Babylon is the number of a man; a fine policy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1880
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but it is but the number of a man, it is the device of carnal wisdome it self: therefore it is divellish wisdome.
but it is but the number of a man, it is the device of carnal Wisdom it self: Therefore it is devilish Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1880
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Thus it is in the government of it. And their Worship is according to the wisdome of the flesh:
Thus it is in the government of it. And their Worship is according to the Wisdom of the Flesh:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1880
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some wisdome there is in not going to God immediately, but by Saints and Angels. What! is it not wisdome in the Princes Court, first to go to the Favourite,
Some Wisdom there is in not going to God immediately, but by Saints and Angels. What! is it not Wisdom in the Princes Court, First to go to the Favourite,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1881
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and by him to the Prince? So, is it not wisdome not to go directly to God ▪ it is bold rashnesse to come immediately to God, but by Saints and Angels:
and by him to the Prince? So, is it not Wisdom not to go directly to God ▪ it is bold rashness to come immediately to God, but by Saints and Angels:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1881
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This is the wisdome of a man, this is the wisdome of the flesh, Colos. 2. this is carnal wisdome, it is opposite against the truth.
This is the Wisdom of a man, this is the Wisdom of the Flesh, Colos 2. this is carnal Wisdom, it is opposite against the truth.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1881
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Doth not Christ bid us come all to him? do Angels love us better then he? Is not he the great Favourite of heaven? I will not enter into controversie,
Does not christ bid us come all to him? do Angels love us better then he? Is not he the great Favourite of heaven? I will not enter into controversy,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1882
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but onely shew how they work by fleshly wisdome.
but only show how they work by fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1882
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Here is wisdome, when we cannot raise our selves up to God, to bring him down to us.
Here is Wisdom, when we cannot raise our selves up to God, to bring him down to us.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1882
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As in the Sacrament, they shew carnal wisdome, Oh, it is a fine thing, that Christs body and ours should be joyned together;
As in the Sacrament, they show carnal Wisdom, O, it is a fine thing, that Christ body and ours should be joined together;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1882
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it seemes to be a fine point, that Christ should be hid in the bread, &c. But here is no spiritual wisdome.
it seems to be a fine point, that christ should be hid in the bred, etc. But Here is no spiritual Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1882
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The union that the Scripture speaks of is by faith, ascending into heaven, laying hold on Christ there:
The Union that the Scripture speaks of is by faith, ascending into heaven, laying hold on christ there:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1883
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and going back to the crosse, and seeing Christ crucified there, and so he is meat indeed, and drink indeed, as we see him crucified,
and going back to the cross, and seeing christ Crucified there, and so he is meat indeed, and drink indeed, as we see him Crucified,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1883
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and satisfying Gods wrath for us, for our sins.
and satisfying God's wrath for us, for our Sins.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1883
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And so again, is it not a pretty wisdome to draw men by pictures, and likenesses? are not men delighted with the Images of their friends and of their parents? and therefore is it not a good religious policy to have pictures of Christ,
And so again, is it not a pretty Wisdom to draw men by pictures, and Likenesses? Are not men delighted with the Images of their Friends and of their Parents? and Therefore is it not a good religious policy to have pictures of christ,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1884
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and pictures of God the Father? Here is wisdome correspondent to the dealing and affaires of men,
and pictures of God the Father? Here is Wisdom correspondent to the dealing and affairs of men,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1884
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but all this is fleshly wisdome.
but all this is fleshly Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1884
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The Scripture speaks mightily against making of Images, the Word of God is directly against it: this is fleshly wisdome: Grace doth not rule here.
The Scripture speaks mightily against making of Images, the Word of God is directly against it: this is fleshly Wisdom: Grace does not Rule Here.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1884
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So, that the soules when they go out of this world being very unclean, that they should be purged, that there should be some satisfaction, some Purgatory, &c. here seems to be wisdome:
So, that the Souls when they go out of this world being very unclean, that they should be purged, that there should be Some satisfaction, Some Purgatory, etc. Here seems to be Wisdom:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1885
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but wherefore serves the blood of Christ then? that is the onely Purgatory that purgeth from all sins, mortall sins, venial sins, all sins.
but Wherefore serves the blood of christ then? that is the only Purgatory that Purgeth from all Sins, Mortal Sins, venial Sins, all Sins.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1885
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Again, is it not a seeming wisdome to come to heaven by our own works, by our own merits, that so we may set the people on to good works? or else we dull their spirits, and endeavours.
Again, is it not a seeming Wisdom to come to heaven by our own works, by our own merits, that so we may Set the people on to good works? or Else we dull their spirits, and endeavours.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1886
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I but this is fleshly wisdome, this is devillish wit, and so it will prove in the end:
I but this is fleshly Wisdom, this is devilish wit, and so it will prove in the end:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1886
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and it is good for us, it is a great comfort.
and it is good for us, it is a great Comfort.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1940
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I will not enter into the point, I onely shew you what a seeming wisdome they have,
I will not enter into the point, I only show you what a seeming Wisdom they have,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1886
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but it is not heavenly, but meerly carnal.
but it is not heavenly, but merely carnal.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1886
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And that their Religion is carnal, do but consider that all the points wherein they differ from us, may be resolved either to belly-policy, or to State-policy:
And that their Religion is carnal, do but Consider that all the points wherein they differ from us, may be resolved either to belly-policy, or to State-policy:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1887
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either to ambition, and riches, or the belly.
either to ambition, and riches, or the belly.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1887
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Wherefore is their Monarchy, all their great preferments, but to increase their ambition? Wherefore are their pardons,
Wherefore is their Monarchy, all their great preferments, but to increase their ambition? Wherefore Are their Pardons,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1887
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and indulgences, but to get money basely, as some of their own Writers confesse? And their Purgatory, &c. these things be for carnal ends:
and Indulgences, but to get money basely, as Some of their own Writers confess? And their Purgatory, etc. these things be for carnal ends:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1887
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it is a Religion fitted for their own ends. They make what they list to serve them;
it is a Religion fitted for their own ends. They make what they list to serve them;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1887
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Religion, Nature, Reason, Conscience, whatsoever is good, they make all stoop to interest their own cause in.
Religion, Nature, Reason, Conscience, whatsoever is good, they make all stoop to Interest their own cause in.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1887
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Their orders, that is, their spiritual good, must be their advancement, it is but a colour put uponcarnal ends.
Their order, that is, their spiritual good, must be their advancement, it is but a colour put uponcarnal ends.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1887
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The spiritual good is their own advancement, they aime at their own peculiar interest in all their villainies:
The spiritual good is their own advancement, they aim At their own peculiar Interest in all their villainies:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1887
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As if God stood in need of our lie; as if Gods glory were advanced by the Devil.
As if God stood in need of our lie; as if God's glory were advanced by the devil.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1887
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As well their Government as their Religion is lies, it is defended by lies, by equivocation,
As well their Government as their Religion is lies, it is defended by lies, by equivocation,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1888
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and rebellion, by withdrawing the allegiance of Subjects, and murthering of Princes:
and rebellion, by withdrawing the allegiance of Subject's, and murdering of Princes:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1888
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Lawes, and Religion, and all must stoop to their wisdome, under pretence of bonum spirituale. These things are known.
Laws, and Religion, and all must stoop to their Wisdom, under pretence of bonum spiritual. These things Are known.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1888
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I do but touch them, to breed a deeper hatred of this Religion which is altogether fleshly and carnal.
I do but touch them, to breed a Deeper hatred of this Religion which is altogether fleshly and carnal.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1888
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And so far as they are led by carnal wisdome, they are not led by the grace of God.
And so Far as they Are led by carnal Wisdom, they Are not led by the grace of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1888
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Wherefore is their lying for advantage? their dispensations, and horrible allowing of any thing? is it not meerly carnal wisdome?
Wherefore is their lying for advantage? their dispensations, and horrible allowing of any thing? is it not merely carnal Wisdom?
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1888
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In a word, their Religion is meerly policy, if it be not too good a word for it;
In a word, their Religion is merely policy, if it be not too good a word for it;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1889
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it is meerly carnall policy, it came not from heaven but from the bottomlesse pit.
it is merely carnal policy, it Come not from heaven but from the bottomless pit.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1889
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Then they fell from heaven when they grew to their highest, when they were in their top.
Then they fell from heaven when they grew to their highest, when they were in their top.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1890
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This I thought good to touch collaterally from the Text, which doth characterize a true Christian indeed in his temper, that he is joyful when he is as he should be;
This I Thought good to touch collaterally from the Text, which does characterise a true Christian indeed in his temper, that he is joyful when he is as he should be;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1890
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and the ground of it is from a good conscience;
and the ground of it is from a good conscience;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1890
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and that good conscience ariseth out of a course of life and conversation led in simplicity and sincerity to God. (For Religion hath majesty enough in it self, without far fetches and devices.) And the principle from whence, By the grace of God;
and that good conscience arises out of a course of life and Conversation led in simplicity and sincerity to God. (For Religion hath majesty enough in it self, without Far Fetches and devices.) And the principle from whence, By the grace of God;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1890
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in the evidence of the Spirit, and not according to fleshly, and carnal wisdome.
in the evidence of the Spirit, and not according to fleshly, and carnal Wisdom.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1890
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In a word therefore, labour that from the evidence of the Spirit, having your soules sanctified by the Spirit, you may reflect on your selves,
In a word Therefore, labour that from the evidence of the Spirit, having your Souls sanctified by the Spirit, you may reflect on your selves,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1891
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and look into your lives, and say truly, as S. Paul doth here;
and look into your lives, and say truly, as S. Paul does Here;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1891
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My care in my course of life and conversation hath been in Simplicity, I have cast my self upon God and his government,
My care in my course of life and Conversation hath been in Simplicity, I have cast my self upon God and his government,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1891
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and not looked to the world:
and not looked to the world:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1891
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and in sincerity I have aimed at God in all things, I have had no false,
and in sincerity I have aimed At God in all things, I have had no false,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1891
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and by aimes, I have not spared even my life by any carnal end. I have not served my self either in Religion, or in my course of life,
and by aims, I have not spared even my life by any carnal end. I have not served my self either in Religion, or in my course of life,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1891
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but I have laboured to serve God in serving my brethren, and have led my life by the grace of God,
but I have laboured to serve God in serving my brothers, and have led my life by the grace of God,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1891
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and by the Word of grace, which I laboured to know that I might follow. Let us be able in some measure, in truth to say thus.
and by the Word of grace, which I laboured to know that I might follow. Let us be able in Some measure, in truth to say thus.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1891
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And then we may say further with S. Paul, That this is our rejoycing, the testimony of our conscience; We shall never want joy.
And then we may say further with S. Paul, That this is our rejoicing, the testimony of our conscience; We shall never want joy.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1891
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And then let the world judge of us as it will, there is such a strength and power, such a prerogative,
And then let the world judge of us as it will, there is such a strength and power, such a prerogative,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1891
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and majesty in Christian comfort, when a man can (as I said) reflect thus on himself, that though in a weak measure,
and majesty in Christian Comfort, when a man can (as I said) reflect thus on himself, that though in a weak measure,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1891
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yet in truth, his conversation and course of life hath been (though his slidings have been something) in simplicity, and sincerity, that nothing can daunt it in this world.
yet in truth, his Conversation and course of life hath been (though his slidings have been something) in simplicity, and sincerity, that nothing can daunt it in this world.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1891
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It is above all discouragement, above all eclipse of good name, the testimony of Conscience, which hath Gods testimony with it.
It is above all discouragement, above all eclipse of good name, the testimony of Conscience, which hath God's testimony with it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1892
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The witnesse of two is a strong witnesse:
The witness of two is a strong witness:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1893
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the witnesse of God, and conscience it will so settle our soules, that neither ill reports nor any usage in the world shall daunt us:
the witness of God, and conscience it will so settle our Souls, that neither ill reports nor any usage in the world shall daunt us:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1893
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we shall have comfort in all the passages of our lives be they what they will.
we shall have Comfort in all the passages of our lives be they what they will.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1893
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Whereas other men that lead not their lives in a constant course of holy simplicity and sincerity, they are as the Prophet saith, like the leaves of the Forrest, shaken with every alteration, with every rumour of ill newes.
Whereas other men that led not their lives in a constant course of holy simplicity and sincerity, they Are as the Prophet Says, like the leaves of the Forest, shaken with every alteration, with every rumour of ill news.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1893
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But a sound Christian in the worst alteration, there may be combustions, there may be alteration of State,
But a found Christian in the worst alteration, there may be combustions, there may be alteration of State,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1893
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yet his heart is fixed, he is not moved.
yet his heart is fixed, he is not moved.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1893
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Likewise, in the hour of death he can say with Hezekias, Thou knowest, Lord, I have led my life in simplicity, that I have served thee with a perfect heart; that is, in sincerity.
Likewise, in the hour of death he can say with Hezekias, Thou Knowest, Lord, I have led my life in simplicity, that I have served thee with a perfect heart; that is, in sincerity.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1894
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I have desired, and endeavoured to grow better; which is all the perfection we have in this world:
I have desired, and endeavoured to grow better; which is all the perfection we have in this world:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1894
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sincerity witnessed by growth, and strength against the contrary, this will comfort us in all the alterations,
sincerity witnessed by growth, and strength against the contrary, this will Comfort us in all the alterations,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1894
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and changes in this world, (which is as a Sea, full of trouble,) and at the hour of death likewise,
and changes in this world, (which is as a Sea, full of trouble,) and At the hour of death likewise,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1894
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and at the day of Judgment; this is that onely that will make us able to look Christ in the face.
and At the day of Judgement; this is that only that will make us able to look christ in the face.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1894
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Truth hath a Divinity in it (this simplicity and sincerity) more then any earthly thing;
Truth hath a Divinity in it (this simplicity and sincerity) more then any earthly thing;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1895
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it hath that in it that is real, and spiritual.
it hath that in it that is real, and spiritual.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1895
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A man that hath the Grace of God in the truth of it, there is a great deal of majestie in it.
A man that hath the Grace of God in the truth of it, there is a great deal of majesty in it.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1896
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There is the greatest majestie in heavenly things when they appear most simple, because of their excellency.
There is the greatest majesty in heavenly things when they appear most simple, Because of their excellency.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1896
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There is some thing of Gods in sincerity: so much as a man hath in truth, so much of Gods:
There is Some thing of God's in sincerity: so much as a man hath in truth, so much of God's:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1896
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He partakes of the Divine nature, as S. Peter saith, so much as he hath in truth,
He partakes of the Divine nature, as S. Peter Says, so much as he hath in truth,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1896
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though it be never so little:
though it be never so little:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1896
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and being a branch of God, it will make him look upon God in the day of Judgment.
and being a branch of God, it will make him look upon God in the day of Judgement.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1896
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Why? because he knowes he is in the Covenant of Grace, that he hath title to heaven by Christ.
Why? Because he knows he is in the Covenant of Grace, that he hath title to heaven by christ.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1896
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When a mans conscience can tell him that he hath led his life, not by carnal wisdome,
When a men conscience can tell him that he hath led his life, not by carnal Wisdom,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1897
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but in the truth of Grace, it will make him out-look Satan, and all the troubles of the world,
but in the truth of Grace, it will make him outlook Satan, and all the Troubles of the world,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1897
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and look unto Christ with comfort.
and look unto christ with Comfort.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1897
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Who would not be in such a state? Thus we see a Christian leads his life, Not in fleshly wisdome, but by the Grace of God.
Who would not be in such a state? Thus we see a Christian leads his life, Not in fleshly Wisdom, but by the Grace of God.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1897
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I will adde one thing more, and so finish the verse. We may see hence, That the most Religious men are the best Statesmen.
I will add one thing more, and so finish the verse. We may see hence, That the most Religious men Are the best Statesmen.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1897
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I know, proud carnall Machivillian dispositions make a scorn at these positions, they think them to be austere, I know, proud carnal Machiavellian dispositions make a scorn At these positions, they think them to be austere,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1899
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and poor principles, till they come to death:
and poor principles, till they come to death:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1899
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As that Wretch said himself when he came to dye, That he had provided for all things but for death:
As that Wretch said himself when he Come to die, That he had provided for all things but for death:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1899
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but while they are in their ruffe, they think they can manage States, and do all.
but while they Are in their ruff, they think they can manage States, and do all.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1899
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When indeed they bring the vengeance of God upon their own persons, and upon the State they live in:
When indeed they bring the vengeance of God upon their own Persons, and upon the State they live in:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1899
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For God is neither in them, nor with them. He is not in them: for they want Grace, they are led by carnall wisdome altogether.
For God is neither in them, nor with them. He is not in them: for they want Grace, they Are led by carnal Wisdom altogether.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1899
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And he is not with them: God will not give them good successe, unlesse it be to increase their Judgement.
And he is not with them: God will not give them good success, unless it be to increase their Judgement.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1899
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He will not give good successe to those projects that they take up contrary to his rule.
He will not give good success to those projects that they take up contrary to his Rule.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1899
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Therefore those that will be guided by reasons of Religion, and submit themselves to the guidance of Gods blessed Spirit, they are best for the state of their own soules,
Therefore those that will be guided by Reasons of Religion, and submit themselves to the guidance of God's blessed Spirit, they Are best for the state of their own Souls,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1900
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and best for the publick estate.
and best for the public estate.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1900
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For, doth not God know the mysteries of State better then any man? Is not he a better Politician then any Achitophel in the world.
For, does not God know the Mysteres of State better then any man? Is not he a better Politician then any Ahithophel in the world.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1900
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If they have any State-policy that is worth the naming, is it not from him? Is it not a beam from that Sunne? Yes,
If they have any State-policy that is worth the naming, is it not from him? Is it not a beam from that Sun? Yes,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1900
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why then who is the better? (the difference of parts excepted,) but take them alike, a gracious man,
why then who is the better? (the difference of parts excepted,) but take them alike, a gracious man,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1900
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and another that is not so:
and Another that is not so:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1900
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let the one fetch his counsel from hell, from darknesse, and the other be ruled by reasons of conscience,
let the one fetch his counsel from hell, from darkness, and the other be ruled by Reasons of conscience,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1900
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and Religion, there is no comparison.
and Religion, there is no comparison.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1900
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God will crosse and curse their projects that are for their own ends, both in themselves, and in the State too.
God will cross and curse their projects that Are for their own ends, both in themselves, and in the State too.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1901
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9555
As for the other that are under Grace, and the government of Grace, God will be wise in them by his Spirit,
As for the other that Are under Grace, and the government of Grace, God will be wise in them by his Spirit,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1902
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and he will be wise for them, Psal. 1. Whatsoever a good man doth, it shall prosper: it is a large promise.
and he will be wise for them, Psalm 1. Whatsoever a good man does, it shall prosper: it is a large promise.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1902
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How wondrous happy, and wise were the Children of Israel when they kept the Covenant of God? This is your wisdome, to keep the Commandements of God, Deuteron. 4. and their wisdome made them happy.
How wondrous happy, and wise were the Children of Israel when they kept the Covenant of God? This is your Wisdom, to keep the commandments of God, Deuteron. 4. and their Wisdom made them happy.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1902
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How happy were they in David's time, who made the Statutes of God, the Man of his Counsel? How happy was the State in Solomons time? till Solomon did warp,
How happy were they in David's time, who made the Statutes of God, the Man of his Counsel? How happy was the State in Solomons time? till Solomon did warp,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1902
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and bend to Carnall counsell, to strengthen himself? How happy was his Government till that time? but never after that;
and bend to Carnal counsel, to strengthen himself? How happy was his Government till that time? but never After that;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1902
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they were environed with enemies round about:
they were environed with enemies round about:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1902
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but alas, who could hurt the people of God, so long as they submitted themselves to the government of grace? they were alway happy.
but alas, who could hurt the people of God, so long as they submitted themselves to the government of grace? they were always happy.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1902
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Therefore it is an idle thing to suppose that there will be any good successe by carnal projects:
Therefore it is an idle thing to suppose that there will be any good success by carnal projects:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1903
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no, the onely good States-man is the religious man.
no, the only good Statesman is the religious man.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1903
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And it was never better with the Church of God before or since the time of Christ,
And it was never better with the Church of God before or since the time of christ,
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1903
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then when those were in the stern.
then when those were in the stern.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1903
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Do but think of this oft, as S. Jude saith, God onely wise: we must all of us light our candle at that fire.
Do but think of this oft, as S. U^de Says, God only wise: we must all of us Light our candle At that fire.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1903
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All wisdome, even this poor spark of reason, that God enlightneth every man that comes into the world withall, it comes from Christ Jesus:
All Wisdom, even this poor spark of reason, that God Enlighteneth every man that comes into the world withal, it comes from christ jesus:
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1904
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In him are all the treasures of wisdome, God, and God-man, onely wise. There is no wisdome without him, therefore let us submit our selves to his Government;In him Are all the treasures of Wisdom, God, and God-man, only wise. There is no Wisdom without him, Therefore let us submit our selves to his Government;
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1904
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let us pray to him, and seek for wisdome of him in all things. But I go on to the next Verse.
let us pray to him, and seek for Wisdom of him in all things. But I go on to the next Verse.
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(13) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1904
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VERSE XIII.
VERSE XIII.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1904
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For we write none other things unto you then what you read, or acknowledge, and I trust you shall acknowledge even to the end.
For we write none other things unto you then what you read, or acknowledge, and I trust you shall acknowledge even to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1904
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HEre S. Paul strengthens himself by another course: First, he retires to his own heart, and conscience;
Here S. Paul strengthens himself by Another course: First, he retires to his own heart, and conscience;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1905
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My rejoycing is this, the testimony of my conscience, &c. and he sets this as a Bulwark against all the slanders and detractions of his opposers whatsoever:My rejoicing is this, the testimony of my conscience, etc. and he sets this as a Bulwark against all the slanders and detractions of his opposers whatsoever:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1905
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he sets it as a flag of defiance, the testimony of his own conscience.
he sets it as a flag of defiance, the testimony of his own conscience.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1905
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But to set himself the more upright in their hearts whom he was to deal withall, knowing what a great advantage it was to have the good opinion of them,
But to Set himself the more upright in their hearts whom he was to deal withal, knowing what a great advantage it was to have the good opinion of them,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1906
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and to wipe away all imputation, he passeth from his conscience to their conscience.
and to wipe away all imputation, he passes from his conscience to their conscience.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1906
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For my own conscience my rejoycing is this, that you cannot accuse me that I have led my life by carnal false principles,
For my own conscience my rejoicing is this, that you cannot accuse me that I have led my life by carnal false principles,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1906
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but by reasons of Religion, and by the blessed motions of Gods Spirit. Nay, I can go further then so:
but by Reasons of Religion, and by the blessed motions of God's Spirit. Nay, I can go further then so:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1906
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for what I say of mine own conscience, I dare say you can say too: for I write no other things then what you read or acknowledge.
for what I say of mine own conscience, I Dare say you can say too: for I write no other things then what you read or acknowledge.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1906
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What you read ] Some take it, What you know, or acknowledge, because these are distinct things.What you read ] some take it, What you know, or acknowledge, Because these Are distinct things.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1907
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and the leading of his life, that which I speak concerning my self, that you read;
and the leading of his life, that which I speak Concerning my self, that you read;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1910
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The word, Anaginoskein, signifies to know, or to read; but usually to read. We may well therefore take it so as most translate it here, I write no other thing, concerning my simplicity, but what you read, or acknowledge.
The word, Anaginoskein, signifies to know, or to read; but usually to read. We may well Therefore take it so as most translate it Here, I write no other thing, Concerning my simplicity, but what you read, or acknowledge.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1907
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I write of my simplicity, simply; I speak not of my sincerity insincerely, but what I write, you read or acknowledge:
I write of my simplicity, simply; I speak not of my sincerity insincerely, but what I write, you read or acknowledge:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1907
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because S. Paul knew he had a place in their conscience, they could not but acknowledge what a man he was:
Because S. Paul knew he had a place in their conscience, they could not but acknowledge what a man he was:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1907
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for the Spirit was wondrous effectual by his Ministery in their hearts; and they were his Epistle, as he saith in another place:
for the Spirit was wondrous effectual by his Ministry in their hearts; and they were his Epistle, as he Says in Another place:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1907
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and therefore he appeales to their acknowledgment, to their conscience, We write no other thing, &c. And for the time to come, I trust you shall acknowledge to the end.
and Therefore he appeals to their acknowledgment, to their conscience, We write no other thing, etc. And for the time to come, I trust you shall acknowledge to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1907
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So he doth appeal to their conscience for the present, and he doth take in trust the time to come, what their thoughts shall be of him,
So he does appeal to their conscience for the present, and he does take in trust the time to come, what their thoughts shall be of him,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1908
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and what his estate shall be.
and what his estate shall be.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1908
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You shall have Grace to think well of me to the end, because you shall have ground to think well of me from my constancy.
You shall have Grace to think well of me to the end, Because you shall have ground to think well of me from my constancy.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1908
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I hope you shall acknowledge to the end; and you shall have wisdome, and experience of my goodnesse to acknowledge to the end.I hope you shall acknowledge to the end; and you shall have Wisdom, and experience of my Goodness to acknowledge to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1908
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I will give a touch on these things, because they be useful;
I will give a touch on these things, Because they be useful;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1909
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and but a touch, because I stood somewhat on them before, and shall have fit occasion for them severally after.
and but a touch, Because I stood somewhat on them before, and shall have fit occasion for them severally After.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1909
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We write no other things then what you read. This seemeth strange;
We write no other things then what you read. This seems strange;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1909
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why, how could they read other things then what he wrote? Yes, if he had written falsly,
why, how could they read other things then what he wrote? Yes, if he had written falsely,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1910
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if he had not expressed his thoughts in his writings, then they had read one thing, and he had been another.
if he had not expressed his thoughts in his writings, then they had read one thing, and he had been Another.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1910
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As a woman that is painted, there is Prosopon, and Prosopeia; there is the visage, and the true natural countenance:
As a woman that is painted, there is Prosopon, and Prosopeia; there is the visage, and the true natural countenance:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1910
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she is not the woman she appeares to be; her face is one, and her self is another:
she is not the woman she appears to be; her face is one, and her self is Another:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1910
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but I am as I expresse my self. His meaning is, I speak of my simplicity, and sincerity, simply, and sincerely.
but I am as I express my self. His meaning is, I speak of my simplicity, and sincerity, simply, and sincerely.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1910
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I speak not of my vertues to go beyond you, but I speak sincerely; what I speak, you read:
I speak not of my Virtues to go beyond you, but I speak sincerely; what I speak, you read:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1910
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for I think not that he means his former Epistle, but what he wrote concerning himself,
for I think not that he means his former Epistle, but what he wrote Concerning himself,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1910
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and what you read, that I speak.
and what you read, that I speak.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1910
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It yields me this Observation, (which though I had occasion to speak of when I handled Simplicity, yet I shall now touch it,) That A Christian man is one man, he doth act one mans part.
It yields me this Observation, (which though I had occasion to speak of when I handled Simplicity, yet I shall now touch it,) That A Christian man is one man, he does act one men part.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1910
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He hath not a heart and a heart, he is not a man and a man;
He hath not a heart and a heart, he is not a man and a man;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1911
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there is a harmony between his thoughts and resolutions, between his speeches and his actions, they all sweetly accord together:
there is a harmony between his thoughts and resolutions, between his Speeches and his actions, they all sweetly accord together:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1911
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what he thinks and resolves on, that he speakes; what he speakes, that he writes; what he writes and speaks, that he doth:
what he thinks and resolves on, that he speaks; what he speaks, that he writes; what he writes and speaks, that he does:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1911
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he is one man in all, he doth not deal doubly.
he is one man in all, he does not deal doubly.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1911
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It is the easiest thing in the world to be politick, to be naught, to double:
It is the Easiest thing in the world to be politic, to be nought, to double:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1912
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the nature of man teacheth a man to be false: mans heart is full of naughtinesse;
the nature of man Teaches a man to be false: men heart is full of naughtiness;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1912
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it is a hard thing for a man to be one: and till a man be a gracious man, he shall be a double man.
it is a hard thing for a man to be one: and till a man be a gracious man, he shall be a double man.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1912
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Therefore you must take heed of a fault, which is called the abuse of signes, of such signes as serve to expresse what a man is inwardly.
Therefore you must take heed of a fault, which is called the abuse of Signs, of such Signs as serve to express what a man is inwardly.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1913
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Let your inward disposition, and the signs that expresse it accord. The signs of expression that come from one man to another, are speech, writing, countenance, and the like.
Let your inward disposition, and the Signs that express it accord. The Signs of expression that come from one man to Another, Are speech, writing, countenance, and the like.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1913
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A man should not be one thing within, and his speech another; he should not be one thing, and his writing another:
A man should not be one thing within, and his speech Another; he should not be one thing, and his writing Another:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1914
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he should not be one thing, and any other expression another. This abuse of signes, and expressions when they are one way, and the heart another:
he should not be one thing, and any other expression Another. This abuse of Signs, and expressions when they Are one Way, and the heart Another:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1914
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besides the odiousnesse of it to God, (as being contrary both to his Nature, and to his Word:
beside the odiousness of it to God, (as being contrary both to his Nature, and to his Word:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1915
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it is contrary to his nature;
it is contrary to his nature;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1915
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for he is simple and sincere, he is one in all, there is no shadow of change in him, there is no mixture.
for he is simple and sincere, he is one in all, there is no shadow of change in him, there is no mixture.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1915
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As it is contrary to his Nature, so it is contrary to his Word, that bids us not dissemble nor lie one to another,) It makes a man most like the Devil, who never appears in his own shape, but alwayes in another.
As it is contrary to his Nature, so it is contrary to his Word, that bids us not dissemble nor lie one to Another,) It makes a man most like the devil, who never appears in his own shape, but always in Another.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1915
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He comes in our friends as an Angel of light, he never discovers himself in his own colours.
He comes in our Friends as an Angel of Light, he never discovers himself in his own colours.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1915
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Besides all these, and such like respects, it is the overthrow, it cuts the sinewes of humane society:
Beside all these, and such like respects, it is the overthrow, it cuts the sinews of humane society:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1915
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for what is the band of humane society, but the entercourse by speech and writing,
for what is the band of humane society, but the intercourse by speech and writing,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1915
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and the like? Now if there be abuse of these signes, that they are one thing,
and the like? Now if there be abuse of these Signs, that they Are one thing,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1915
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and we another, that we do not expresse what is the true thought, and impression of our hearts, all society is dissolved.
and we Another, that we do not express what is the true Thought, and impression of our hearts, all society is dissolved.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1915
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Therefore we cannot too much hate Popish principles, of not keeping fidelity with Hereticks (as they call them):
Therefore we cannot too much hate Popish principles, of not keeping Fidis with Heretics (as they call them):
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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it is the custome of them to deal so.
it is the custom of them to deal so.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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As you know in a War of theirs with the Turks; the story is well known:
As you know in a War of theirs with the Turks; the story is well known:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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when the Cardinals had broken their promise after they had in a manner gotten the Victory, the Turks even cryed to Christ that he would revenge their treachery;
when the Cardinals had broken their promise After they had in a manner got the Victory, the Turks even cried to christ that he would revenge their treachery;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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and the Turks came again upon them, and overcame them, and gave them a mighty overthrow.
and the Turks Come again upon them, and overcame them, and gave them a mighty overthrow.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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Their grosse principle of equivocation, and the like, which stands in the abuse of expressions, and signes.
Their gross principle of equivocation, and the like, which Stands in the abuse of expressions, and Signs.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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Yea, their abuse of the blessed sign and seal, an oath, which is the sign of all truth between man and man.
Yea, their abuse of the blessed Signen and seal, an oath, which is the Signen of all truth between man and man.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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Their abuse of the Sacrament too:
Their abuse of the Sacrament too:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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they have abused all Gods signs, and all to ill purposes, to swear with private reservations:
they have abused all God's Signs, and all to ill Purposes, to swear with private reservations:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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whereas the old principle of Isidore is constantly and everlastingly true;
whereas the old principle of Isidore is constantly and everlastingly true;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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Conceive the oath as you will, it must be understood, as he to whom it is sworn understands it,
Conceive the oath as you will, it must be understood, as he to whom it is sworn understands it,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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and not as he that swears. Therefore undoubtedly Popery must fall every day: and judicious men, though they be not gracious, they see it must fall.
and not as he that swears. Therefore undoubtedly Popery must fallen every day: and judicious men, though they be not gracious, they see it must fallen.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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It should make us hate them deeply; because the courses they take are the overthrow of society:
It should make us hate them deeply; Because the courses they take Are the overthrow of society:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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this abuse of expressions, of that excellent gift that God hath given, namely the tongue, whereby what is in my heart another man may understand:
this abuse of expressions, of that excellent gift that God hath given, namely the tongue, whereby what is in my heart Another man may understand:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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and also writing, whereby a man may convey his mind many hundred miles.
and also writing, whereby a man may convey his mind many hundred miles.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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Now these excellent gifts that God hath given for society, for men to turn them against God,
Now these excellent Gifts that God hath given for society, for men to turn them against God,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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and against Society, it must needs provoke the Majesty of God.
and against Society, it must needs provoke the Majesty of God.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1916
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And as it is a sin against Society, so it is a sin that is punished by society.
And as it is a since against Society, so it is a since that is punished by society.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1917
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All men must needs hate them that do so: those that have no other argument against Popery, they have argument enough from their equivocation.
All men must needs hate them that do so: those that have no other argument against Popery, they have argument enough from their equivocation.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1917
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Those that are not subtile-headed to see other things, when they look to the Gun-powder Treason,
Those that Are not subtle-headed to see other things, when they look to the Gunpowder Treason,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1917
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and to their equivocation, there is argument enough for any plain simple man to hate Popery.
and to their equivocation, there is argument enough for any plain simple man to hate Popery.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1917
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I had occasion to presse the Point when I spake of simplicity; therefore I will not dwell further on it.
I had occasion to press the Point when I spoke of simplicity; Therefore I will not dwell further on it.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1918
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I write no other thing then what you read or acknowledge. He means, they acknowledged it in their heart and conscience.
I write no other thing then what you read or acknowledge. He means, they acknowledged it in their heart and conscience.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1918
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What I write of my conversation, that which you have heard, it is no other then that you read, and you acknowledge it too:
What I write of my Conversation, that which you have herd, it is no other then that you read, and you acknowledge it too:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1919
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for they had felt the power of his Ministery. Whence first of all observe, That Where the Minister converseth by the Grace of God,
for they had felt the power of his Ministry. Whence First of all observe, That Where the Minister Converseth by the Grace of God,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1919
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and not by carnal wisdome, God is not onely wise in him, but for him.
and not by carnal Wisdom, God is not only wise in him, but for him.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1919
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He is gracious and good for him, he gives him successe in the hearts of others.
He is gracious and good for him, he gives him success in the hearts of Others.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1920
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When a man is led by the Spirit of God, the same Spirit that guides him in speaking, guides his auditors in hearing,
When a man is led by the Spirit of God, the same Spirit that guides him in speaking, guides his Auditors in hearing,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1920
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and gives a sweet, and a strong report in their hearts of what he saith, What I write of my self you acknowledge, that my Conversation hath been in sincerity;
and gives a sweet, and a strong report in their hearts of what he Says, What I write of my self you acknowledge, that my Conversation hath been in sincerity;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1920
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and not onely my conversation, but my Doctrine; every way you have acknowledged me:
and not only my Conversation, but my Doctrine; every Way you have acknowledged me:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1920
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the same Spirit that guided me to do so, wrought in you an acknowledgment of it in your conscience.
the same Spirit that guided me to do so, wrought in you an acknowledgment of it in your conscience.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1920
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Therefore if you would have the speeches of the Ministers to take effect, you should desire God not only to guide them in what they are to say,
Therefore if you would have the Speeches of the Ministers to take Effect, you should desire God not only to guide them in what they Are to say,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1921
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but likewise with the same Spirit to work in the hearers;
but likewise with the same Spirit to work in the hearers;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1921
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and when the same Spirit works in both, what a glorious successe is there? As we see here, S. Paul carried himself in his own person, and in his Ministery graciously: in simplicity, and sincerity;
and when the same Spirit works in both, what a glorious success is there? As we see Here, S. Paul carried himself in his own person, and in his Ministry graciously: in simplicity, and sincerity;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1921
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for it is meant of both: he taught simple doctrine without any glozing, without any far-fetched beauty, from wit, or eloquence, or the like:
for it is meant of both: he taught simple Doctrine without any glozing, without any farfetched beauty, from wit, or eloquence, or the like:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1921
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and he looked to God in his life and conversation; and as God guided him, so he stirred them up to pray for him:
and he looked to God in his life and Conversation; and as God guided him, so he stirred them up to pray for him:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1921
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as the Word and Prayer they are alway joyned together: the Word had a report in their hearts, as it had in his own:
as the Word and Prayer they Are always joined together: the Word had a report in their hearts, as it had in his own:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1921
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What I speak, you acknowledge, &c. It is not for us to deliver our minds, and there an end:What I speak, you acknowledge, etc. It is not for us to deliver our minds, and there an end:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1921
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but when we are to speak, we ought before-hand to look up to God, and desire his Spirit to be effectuall in us, that we may speak in the wisdome and grace of the Spirit;
but when we Are to speak, we ought beforehand to look up to God, and desire his Spirit to be effectual in us, that we may speak in the Wisdom and grace of the Spirit;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1922
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but those that are sound Christians: For the most, those that are not led by the grace of Gods Spirit;
but those that Are found Christians: For the most, those that Are not led by the grace of God's Spirit;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1929
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and likewise that it may be effectual to them, that they may acknowledge it, that they may feel in their soules and consciences the power of what we speak and feel in our selves.
and likewise that it may be effectual to them, that they may acknowledge it, that they may feel in their Souls and Consciences the power of what we speak and feel in our selves.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1922
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So you see the truth of what I said before, That God was not onely wise in S. Paul, but he was gracious and good for him in those that he was to deal with.
So you see the truth of what I said before, That God was not only wise in S. Paul, but he was gracious and good for him in those that he was to deal with.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1922
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And there is the glory of a good Minister, that is a humble man, and denies carnal wisdome, That God will delight to honour himself by using him as an instrument to do good to others.
And there is the glory of a good Minister, that is a humble man, and Denies carnal Wisdom, That God will delight to honour himself by using him as an Instrument to do good to Others.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1923
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God usually will give report of what he saith to the hearts of others.
God usually will give report of what he Says to the hearts of Others.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1923
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Proud men that speak what they speak by carnall projects, and carnall wisdome, and seek themselves, usually the hearts and consciences of other men give no report to them.
Proud men that speak what they speak by carnal projects, and carnal Wisdom, and seek themselves, usually the hearts and Consciences of other men give no report to them.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1924
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For man naturally is proud, and when he sees that the most excellent man in the world hath by-aimes, he will not be gone beyond by him, say what he will:
For man naturally is proud, and when he sees that the most excellent man in the world hath by-aimes, he will not be gone beyond by him, say what he will:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1924
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If a man set up sailes for himself, he doth not win upon others.
If a man Set up sails for himself, he does not win upon Others.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1924
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But he that discovers himself, that he seeks the glory of God, and the good of the soules that he deales with,
But he that discovers himself, that he seeks the glory of God, and the good of the Souls that he deals with,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1924
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and denies himself in that which otherwise he could do, that useth not the strength of parts which he hath,
and Denies himself in that which otherwise he could do, that uses not the strength of parts which he hath,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1924
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because he would discover the simple Word, which is most Majestical in simplicity;
Because he would discover the simple Word, which is most Majestical in simplicity;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1924
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God seeing this simple and sincere desire, he honours and crownes the Ministery of such a man with successe in the hearts of the people.
God seeing this simple and sincere desire, he honours and crowns the Ministry of such a man with success in the hearts of the people.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1924
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Therefore saith S. Paul here, I write no other thing concerning my self, but God hath honoured me with the issue of it in your hearts likewise, that you acknowledge what I say. You acknowledge.
Therefore Says S. Paul Here, I write no other thing Concerning my self, but God hath honoured me with the issue of it in your hearts likewise, that you acknowledge what I say. You acknowledge.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1924
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Acknowledge is a deep word, it is more then to know; it is more then a conviction of the judgment:Acknowledge is a deep word, it is more then to know; it is more then a conviction of the judgement:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1925
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it is when the heart and affections yield, when the inward Spirit upon experience yields, I feel and acknowledge this is true;
it is when the heart and affections yield, when the inward Spirit upon experience yields, I feel and acknowledge this is true;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1925
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it is more I say then knowledge.
it is more I say then knowledge.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1925
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9678
The next point then that I observe is this, That God doth give his Children that love him in simplicity and sincerity, a place in the conscience of men.
The next point then that I observe is this, That God does give his Children that love him in simplicity and sincerity, a place in the conscience of men.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1925
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9679
He gives them place in the consciences of those that have conscience: for there are some that have no science, and therefore they have no conscience: He gives them place in the Consciences of those that have conscience: for there Are Some that have no science, and Therefore they have no conscience:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1926
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as Popish superstitious persons, &c. But those that deal faithfully, that live in the Church,
as Popish superstitious Persons, etc. But those that deal faithfully, that live in the Church,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1926
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9681
and see the glory of God, God gives them a place in the conscience of those that they live amongst, and deal with.
and see the glory of God, God gives them a place in the conscience of those that they live among, and deal with.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1926
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9682
And they seek more to have place in their conscience, then in their fancy, then in their opinion, and Imagination, and humour.
And they seek more to have place in their conscience, then in their fancy, then in their opinion, and Imagination, and humour.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1926
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9683
A carnal man, so he may have the humour, the fancy, and Imagination of his hearers delighted, he regards not what inwardly they may feel from him:
A carnal man, so he may have the humour, the fancy, and Imagination of his hearers delighted, he regards not what inwardly they may feel from him:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1926
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9684
he regards not how he warms their hearts, and conscience, and how they acknowledge him within:
he regards not how he warms their hearts, and conscience, and how they acknowledge him within:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1926
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and therefore perhaps, if he have a good word for the present, Oh, a glorious man, &c. it is all he cares for;
and Therefore perhaps, if he have a good word for the present, O, a glorious man, etc. it is all he Cares for;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1926
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9686
but he hath no place in their conscience, because they feel him not working there, and he hath no aime to be there.
but he hath no place in their conscience, Because they feel him not working there, and he hath no aim to be there.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1926
Image 5
9687
A good man seeks to edifie, and build up the conscience in sound principles, in good courses, in the faith of Christ, in holy obedience:
A good man seeks to edify, and built up the conscience in found principles, in good courses, in the faith of christ, in holy Obedience:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1926
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things that will hold out in life, and death. If I were to speak to Ministers, I would inlarge the point further.
things that will hold out in life, and death. If I were to speak to Ministers, I would enlarge the point further.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1926
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9689
Let us all in our Conversations labour rather to approve our selves to the consciences of men, that they may acknowledge us to be honest, downright, faithful men, rather then to please their humours, and fancies:
Let us all in our Conversations labour rather to approve our selves to the Consciences of men, that they may acknowledge us to be honest, downright, faithful men, rather then to please their humours, and fancies:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1927
Image 5
9690
for as Solomon saith, he that tells a man the truth, shall have more favour at the last, then he that dissembleth:
for as Solomon Says, he that tells a man the truth, shall have more favour At the last, then he that dissembleth:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1927
Image 5
9691
for his conscience will witnesse that he hath dealt rightly, and faithfully with him, that he is an honest man,
for his conscience will witness that he hath dealt rightly, and faithfully with him, that he is an honest man,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1927
Image 5
9692
and goes on in the same principles still.
and Goes on in the same principles still.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1927
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9693
Let us therefore first look to our own conscience, and then to the conscience of others:
Let us Therefore First look to our own conscience, and then to the conscience of Others:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1928
Image 5
9694
and if we cannot approve our selves to our own conscience, and to the conscience of others,
and if we cannot approve our selves to our own conscience, and to the conscience of Others,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1928
Image 5
9695
alas, what will become of us? how shall we approve our selves to God,
alas, what will become of us? how shall we approve our selves to God,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1928
Image 5
9696
and to Jesus Christ at the day of Judgment? There is no man but a sound Christian that approves himself to the conscience of another man:
and to jesus christ At the day of Judgement? There is no man but a found Christian that approves himself to the conscience of Another man:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1928
Image 5
9697
For any other man, it is just with God in his Judgment to find him out first or last:
For any other man, it is just with God in his Judgement to find him out First or last:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1928
Image 5
9698
he may wind himself into the conscience for a time, as the superstitious Papists do,
he may wind himself into the conscience for a time, as the superstitious Papists do,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1928
Image 5
9699
but first or last he is found out to be a dissembler, and to bring false wares.
but First or last he is found out to be a dissembler, and to bring false wares.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1928
Image 5
9700
And so for Civil conversation, there is none that will have place in the conscience of other men, to think them and their courses good,
And so for Civil Conversation, there is none that will have place in the conscience of other men, to think them and their courses good,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1929
Image 5
9702
all mens consciences condemn them, they are smitten, and censured there, and judged there.
all men's Consciences condemn them, they Are smitten, and censured there, and judged there.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1929
Image 5
9703
Besides, their own conscience which perhaps they will not give leave to tell them somewhat in their ear that they would be loath to hear, This you are, this you did, and this you spake amisse:
Beside, their own conscience which perhaps they will not give leave to tell them somewhat in their ear that they would be loath to hear, This you Are, this you did, and this you spoke amiss:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1929
Image 5
9704
they will not suffer conscience to speak, but drown it in sensuality, and stifle it;
they will not suffer conscience to speak, but drown it in sensuality, and stifle it;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1929
Image 5
9705
they take this course, they think they are well enough, and they would never be themselves.
they take this course, they think they Are well enough, and they would never be themselves.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1929
Image 5
9706
A carnal man will hardly give conscience leave to speak, till it will whether he will or no;
A carnal man will hardly give conscience leave to speak, till it will whither he will or no;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1929
Image 5
9707
at the hour of death, and the day of Judgment, when God lets it loose upon him:
At the hour of death, and the day of Judgement, when God lets it lose upon him:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1929
Image 5
9708
but let them take this course as long as they will, yet in the conscience of other men they have no place:
but let them take this course as long as they will, yet in the conscience of other men they have no place:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1929
Image 5
9709
for they live not as S. Paul saith here, in simplicity, and sincerity, not by carnal wisdome,
for they live not as S. Paul Says Here, in simplicity, and sincerity, not by carnal Wisdom,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1929
Image 5
9710
but by the Grace of God. but by the Grace of God.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1929
Image 5
9711
This is the benefit that a good man hath in this life, that howsoever he have the ill words of carnall men sometimes,
This is the benefit that a good man hath in this life, that howsoever he have the ill words of carnal men sometime,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9712
and their humour is against him:
and their humour is against him:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9713
yet notwithstanding if they be in the Church, and have any illumination, any judgment, he hath their conscience for him.
yet notwithstanding if they be in the Church, and have any illumination, any judgement, he hath their conscience for him.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9714
Nay, I say more, they cannot but think reverently of a man of God, of a good Christian (I speak not of Ministers onely) they cannot but think reverently of them,
Nay, I say more, they cannot but think reverently of a man of God, of a good Christian (I speak not of Ministers only) they cannot but think reverently of them,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9715
and reverence them in their consciences do what they can:
and Reverence them in their Consciences do what they can:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9716
for it is not in mens power to frame what conceits they will, to frame what opinions they will of men:
for it is not in men's power to frame what conceits they will, to frame what opinions they will of men:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9717
but as there is a necessity of reason, as the principles we say are so strong, rhat a man cannot say they are false, do what he can;
but as there is a necessity of reason, as the principles we say Are so strong, rhat a man cannot say they Are false, do what he can;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9718
because the light is visible to the understanding:
Because the Light is visible to the understanding:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9719
as a man cannot say the Sun shines when it is night, when it is dark,
as a man cannot say the Sun shines when it is night, when it is dark,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9720
because it is a sensible falshood: so a man cannot deny the principles of any Art, if they be principles:
Because it is a sensible falsehood: so a man cannot deny the principles of any Art, if they be principles:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9721
because there is such a light of truth that over-powers him, and as it were compells the inward man.
Because there is such a Light of truth that overpowers him, and as it were compels the inward man.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9722
So it is here, there is such a majestie in grace, and good courses of a Christian, that another man that lives a wicked life he cannot think of him what he would.
So it is Here, there is such a majesty in grace, and good courses of a Christian, that Another man that lives a wicked life he cannot think of him what he would.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9893
as well as to the time past, and present.
as well as to the time past, and present.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1964
Image 5
9724
but when he is him sober self, he must needs if he have any reliques of conscience in him,
but when he is him Sobrium self, he must needs if he have any Relics of conscience in him,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9725
if he be not altogether a sot, he must needs think well in his conscience of such a mans courses.
if he be not altogether a sot, he must needs think well in his conscience of such a men courses.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9726
This is the majestie, and honour of good things, that however they may have the humour,
This is the majesty, and honour of good things, that however they may have the humour,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9727
and passion, and fancy of men against them, yet they have their conscience for them; yea, of wicked men when they are themselves.
and passion, and fancy of men against them, yet they have their conscience for them; yea, of wicked men when they Are themselves.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1930
Image 5
9728
Take the wickedest man at the hour of death, if he have himself at command, that his spirits be not disturbed,
Take the wickedest man At the hour of death, if he have himself At command, that his spirits be not disturbed,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1931
Image 5
9729
and ask him whether he justifie the courses of such and such men? he will answer, Oh yes, I would I had led them my self.
and ask him whither he justify the courses of such and such men? he will answer, O yes, I would I had led them my self.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1931
Image 5
9730
What is that that besots them? Sensuality, and such courses:
What is that that besots them? Sensuality, and such courses:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1931
Image 5
9731
for men that are not led by the Grace of God, are led with outward things which besot the judgment for a time:
for men that Are not led by the Grace of God, Are led with outward things which besot the judgement for a time:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1931
Image 5
9732
but when that dulnesse is past, when a wicked man is stripped of all, and is best able to judge, then he likes such courses.
but when that dulness is past, when a wicked man is stripped of all, and is best able to judge, then he likes such courses.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1931
Image 5
9733
If the worst men shall in their conscience acknowledge the best persons, and the best things one day,
If the worst men shall in their conscience acknowledge the best Persons, and the best things one day,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1932
Image 5
9734
nay, they do now, if they will suffer themselves to be themselves;
nay, they do now, if they will suffer themselves to be themselves;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1932
Image 5
9735
then let us take such courses as our own consciences may justifie, as S. Paul saith here, This is my glorying, the testimony of my conscience, and likewise the conscience of those I live with, I write no other thing, but what you acknowledge in your consciences your selves.
then let us take such courses as our own Consciences may justify, as S. Paul Says Here, This is my glorying, the testimony of my conscience, and likewise the conscience of those I live with, I write no other thing, but what you acknowledge in your Consciences your selves.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1932
Image 5
9736
And I trust you shall acknowledge to the end.
And I trust you shall acknowledge to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1932
Image 5
9737
This word, Trust, doth not imply as usually it doth in common speech, an uncertainty of a thing, a moral conjecture, I trust, or hope it may be so:
This word, Trust, does not imply as usually it does in Common speech, an uncertainty of a thing, a moral conjecture, I trust, or hope it may be so:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1933
Image 5
9738
it may be otherwise, but I hope well: it is not an uncertain conceit with the fear of the contrary:
it may be otherwise, but I hope well: it is not an uncertain conceit with the Fear of the contrary:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1933
Image 5
9739
but the word implies a gracious dependant disposition upon God, I trust in God, as it is so exprest in some other places.
but the word Implies a gracious dependant disposition upon God, I trust in God, as it is so expressed in Some other places.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1933
Image 5
9740
Now you acknowledge me, and I trust in God you shall acknowledge me to the end.
Now you acknowledge me, and I trust in God you shall acknowledge me to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1933
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So here Saint Paul sets down what he resolved to be by the Grace of God,
So Here Saint Paul sets down what he resolved to be by the Grace of God,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1933
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and what in the issue he should be: because holy resolutions are seconded with gracious assistance.
and what in the issue he should be: Because holy resolutions Are seconded with gracious assistance.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1933
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And likewise he sets down what they should judge of him to the end:
And likewise he sets down what they should judge of him to the end:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1934
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and you would not give your judgments leave to lead you.
and you would not give your Judgments leave to led you.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1977
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I trust, as you acknowledge me now, so to the end you shall have grace so to do,
I trust, as you acknowledge me now, so to the end you shall have grace so to do,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1934
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and I shall have grace so to be; I shall be as I am, and have been:
and I shall have grace so to be; I shall be as I am, and have been:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1934
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I have led my life in simplicity, and sincerity: and as you have acknowledged me to be such a one,
I have led my life in simplicity, and sincerity: and as you have acknowledged me to be such a one,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1934
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so you shall have grace still to acknowledge me:
so you shall have grace still to acknowledge me:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1934
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I hope, or trust. I will not enter into any common place, onely I will speak that which the Text puts to me.I hope, or trust. I will not enter into any Common place, only I will speak that which the Text puts to me.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1934
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I trust you shall acknowledge to the end.
I trust you shall acknowledge to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1934
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Here he begins with his hope of their judging of him, to continue so to the end.
Here he begins with his hope of their judging of him, to continue so to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1935
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Saint Paul here takes a good conceit, a good opinion of his children whom he had begotten to the faith in Corinth; I hope as you are,
Saint Paul Here Takes a good conceit, a good opinion of his children whom he had begotten to the faith in Corinth; I hope as you Are,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1936
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and as you do judge of me, so you will judge of me to the end.
and as you do judge of me, so you will judge of me to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1936
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Why hath S. Paul such a trust of them as of himself? Among many reasons this is one:
Why hath S. Paul such a trust of them as of himself? Among many Reasons this is one:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1937
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He knew that where God had begun a good work, he would finish it:
He knew that where God had begun a good work, he would finish it:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1938
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he saw that he had begun a good work in them, and therefore he knew that he would go on with it.
he saw that he had begun a good work in them, and Therefore he knew that he would go on with it.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1938
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And then again, God planted in him a good hope and trust of them; because hope and trust stirre up indeavour to the thing hoped for.
And then again, God planted in him a good hope and trust of them; Because hope and trust stir up endeavour to the thing hoped for.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1939
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Desperation doth quell all courage, and cool all endeavour:
Desperation does quell all courage, and cool all endeavour:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1939
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Now God, because he would have us constant in our carriage, and in the expressions of our love to other men, he stirres up in us a trust that all shall be well with them.
Now God, Because he would have us constant in our carriage, and in the expressions of our love to other men, he stirs up in us a trust that all shall be well with them.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1939
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Likewise S. Paul sets down his hope that God had put into his heart of them for his own comfort:
Likewise S. Paul sets down his hope that God had put into his heart of them for his own Comfort:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1940
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for it is a great comfort to a Minister, or to a Christian, when he is to deal with such as he trusts are good, and will be good:
for it is a great Comfort to a Minister, or to a Christian, when he is to deal with such as he trusts Are good, and will be good:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1940
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it is a heaven upon earth, and therefore God doth plant good conceits of other men in us for this end:
it is a heaven upon earth, and Therefore God does plant good conceits of other men in us for this end:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1940
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partly, to stirre up our endeavour to do all good to them; and partly, to comfort us.
partly, to stir up our endeavour to do all good to them; and partly, to Comfort us.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1940
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For if the finall estate of any man were discovered to us, that God had no delight in them concerning their salvation, who would do any service of love for them? or who would have comfort in conversing with them? But when God stirs up in our hearts a good opinion of them, partly it is good for them to stirre up our endeavour to do all good for them;
For if the final estate of any man were discovered to us, that God had no delight in them Concerning their salvation, who would do any service of love for them? or who would have Comfort in conversing with them? But when God stirs up in our hearts a good opinion of them, partly it is good for them to stir up our endeavour to do all good for them;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1940
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And again, it was an encouragement to them when they heard of Saint Paul's trust of them to the end, that they should continue as they were:
And again, it was an encouragement to them when they herd of Saint Paul's trust of them to the end, that they should continue as they were:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1941
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For to have a good conceit and opinion of another man, especially, the good conceit of a Pastor, it is a great encouragement.
For to have a good conceit and opinion of Another man, especially, the good conceit of a Pastor, it is a great encouragement.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1941
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And the best Christians in the world have need of it oft-times.
And the best Christians in the world have need of it ofttimes.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1941
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Besides the judgement of themselves, which is sometimes shaken by Satan, that they give a false witnesse of their own estate:
Beside the judgement of themselves, which is sometime shaken by Satan, that they give a false witness of their own estate:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1941
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Oh it is comfortable that a man have the judgment of a man that looks without passion, and temptation on him:
O it is comfortable that a man have the judgement of a man that looks without passion, and temptation on him:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1941
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you have been thus, and my trust and confidence is in God, and the promise of God, looking to your former course, that you will be so to the end:
you have been thus, and my trust and confidence is in God, and the promise of God, looking to your former course, that you will be so to the end:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1941
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he gives not a false witnesse. Saint Paul speaks thus to stirre up his own endeavour to do good to them:
he gives not a false witness. Saint Paul speaks thus to stir up his own endeavour to do good to them:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1941
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and to comfort them, that so great an Apostle should have so good an opinion of them.
and to Comfort them, that so great an Apostle should have so good an opinion of them.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1942
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Therefore let us labour (I say) to entertain as good a conceit of them among whom we live,
Therefore let us labour (I say) to entertain as good a conceit of them among whom we live,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1943
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as their carriage will bear. Two things usually are the object of our hope and trust;
as their carriage will bear. Two things usually Are the Object of our hope and trust;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1943
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while men are here, before their estate be determined of in hell, God may have mercy on them,
while men Are Here, before their estate be determined of in hell, God may have mercy on them,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1943
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and deliver them out of the snares of Satan:
and deliver them out of the snares of Satan:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1943
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that hope should stirre up some endeavour to pray for them, seeing their estates are not desperate, they are not yet sunk into Hell.
that hope should stir up Some endeavour to pray for them, seeing their estates Are not desperate, they Are not yet sunk into Hell.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1943
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Or else if we see them in the state of grace, we should expresse our love in the services,
Or Else if we see them in the state of grace, we should express our love in the services,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1943
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and offices of love, because God hath already set his stamp on them.
and Offices of love, Because God hath already Set his stamp on them.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1943
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There is no man living but we may trust, and hope of him one way or other.
There is no man living but we may trust, and hope of him one Way or other.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1944
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Those that we see no grace in, as the Apostle saith, 2 Tim. 2. we may have patience towards them, seeing if at any time God will have mercy on them to deliver them out of the snare of the Devil.
Those that we see no grace in, as the Apostle Says, 2 Tim. 2. we may have patience towards them, seeing if At any time God will have mercy on them to deliver them out of the snare of the devil.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1944
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It is not good to cast off all conceit, and all hope of any man living:
It is not good to cast off all conceit, and all hope of any man living:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1945
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the worst sign is, when we see men malicious, and oppose known truths, because it comes near the sin against the Holy Ghost:
the worst Signen is, when we see men malicious, and oppose known truths, Because it comes near the since against the Holy Ghost:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1945
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but because we may erre in that, it is good to take the safest way.
but Because we may err in that, it is good to take the Safest Way.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1945
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But where we see evidences of grace, though in never so little a measure, let us entertain and cherish a good hope;
But where we see evidences of grace, though in never so little a measure, let us entertain and cherish a good hope;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1945
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because it will cherish that which we are all bound to, to love one another. We are bound to love one another, and to shew all the offices of love:
Because it will cherish that which we Are all bound to, to love one Another. We Are bound to love one Another, and to show all the Offices of love:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1945
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now that which stirres up love and all the offices of love, is Hope. Faith works by Hope, as well as by Love.
now that which stirs up love and all the Offices of love, is Hope. Faith works by Hope, as well as by Love.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1945
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Faith works by Love in all duties: and it works by Hope in this duty;
Faith works by Love in all duties: and it works by Hope in this duty;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1945
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if we hope that God will have mercy on them, that will stirre up our endeavour:
if we hope that God will have mercy on them, that will stir up our endeavour:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1945
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but we are not much in this errour, we are rather ready to conceit over-well, then too ill of men.
but we Are not much in this error, we Are rather ready to conceit overwell, then too ill of men.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1945
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I trust you shall acknowledge to the end.
I trust you shall acknowledge to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1945
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Saint Paul here, besides his good conceit of them to the end, doth imply his own resolution and purpose to hold on in good courses to the end.
Saint Paul Here, beside his good conceit of them to the end, does imply his own resolution and purpose to hold on in good courses to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1946
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My trust in Gods grace is, that you shall acknowledge to the end what I have written to you of mine own courses.
My trust in God's grace is, that you shall acknowledge to the end what I have written to you of mine own courses.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1946
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As if he had said, I am Paul now, and you shall find me Paul hereafter:
As if he had said, I am Paul now, and you shall find me Paul hereafter:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1946
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you shall find me alwaies an honest man like my self;
you shall find me always an honest man like my self;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1946
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for as he whom I have trusted is yesterday, to day, to morrow, and the same for ever:
for as he whom I have trusted is yesterday, to day, to morrow, and the same for ever:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1946
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so likewise by Gods grace I hope to be the same that I have been, I hope I shall be like my self.
so likewise by God's grace I hope to be the same that I have been, I hope I shall be like my self.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1946
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The grounds of S. Paul's trust that he should be so, is partly the act it self, together with the endeavour, I trust I shall be so to the end: because I trust in God to the end,
The grounds of S. Paul's trust that he should be so, is partly the act it self, together with the endeavour, I trust I shall be so to the end: Because I trust in God to the end,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1947
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and God is good to them that trust in him:
and God is good to them that trust in him:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1947
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how often is it repeated in the Psalmes? He is the God of them that trust in him:
how often is it repeated in the Psalms? He is the God of them that trust in him:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1947
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he is a Sun and a shield: he is all that is good, and he keeps away all evil.he is a Sun and a shield: he is all that is good, and he keeps away all evil.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1947
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All the promises are entailed to trusting in God.
All the promises Are entailed to trusting in God.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1947
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Now because I have confidence in it that God will do so, I stirre up my endeavour to shew, that it is not a presumptuous trust.
Now Because I have confidence in it that God will do so, I stir up my endeavour to show, that it is not a presumptuous trust.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1947
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I trust in him that will perform the conditions of the Covenant which is made to them that honour him by trusting in him.
I trust in him that will perform the conditions of the Covenant which is made to them that honour him by trusting in him.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1947
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Saint Paul knew what God had done;
Saint Paul knew what God had done;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1948
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he knew that he that had bestowed the first fruits, he would make up the harvest:
he knew that he that had bestowed the First fruits, he would make up the harvest:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1948
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he knew that he that had laid the first stone, he would set up the roof:
he knew that he that had laid the First stone, he would Set up the roof:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1948
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he knew that God had begun a good work in him by experience, and that he would finish his own work, that he knew by former experience.
he knew that God had begun a good work in him by experience, and that he would finish his own work, that he knew by former experience.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1948
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And then he knew the promises of God, the promises of the Covenant.
And then he knew the promises of God, the promises of the Covenant.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1949
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Many such grounds Saint Paul had to bear him up that he should continue to the end in a course of simplicity,
Many such grounds Saint Paul had to bear him up that he should continue to the end in a course of simplicity,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1949
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and sincerity, and in the grace of God,
and sincerity, and in the grace of God,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1949
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But withall Saint Paul did adde a holy and heavenly course to come to this end, together with his trust.
But withal Saint Paul did add a holy and heavenly course to come to this end, together with his trust.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1950
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What course did Saint Paul take. Saint Paul that he might hold out constantly in holy resolutions to the end,
What course did Saint Paul take. Saint Paul that he might hold out constantly in holy resolutions to the end,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1950
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First, he did judiciously consider what might hinder him, between that and the end of his race and course:
First, he did judiciously Consider what might hinder him, between that and the end of his raze and course:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1952
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he balanced all things that he possibly could fuffer;
he balanced all things that he possibly could fuffer;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1952
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and he laid in the other balance the things that he had in hope and promise:
and he laid in the other balance the things that he had in hope and promise:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1952
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and he resolves, all that I can suffer that should shake me off from my course, it is not worthy of the glory that shall be revealed:
and he resolves, all that I can suffer that should shake me off from my course, it is not worthy of the glory that shall be revealed:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1952
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saith he, if you balance both, you will conclude this.
Says he, if you balance both, you will conclude this.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1952
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There are many things that may shake us in our Christian course, St. Paul thought of all Satans snares, I am not ignorant of his enterprizes, saith he.
There Are many things that may shake us in our Christian course, Saint Paul Thought of all Satan snares, I am not ignorant of his Enterprises, Says he.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1953
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And then for the world that might cast trumperie in his way, saith he, I am crucified to the world,
And then for the world that might cast trumpery in his Way, Says he, I am Crucified to the world,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1953
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and the world is crucified to me.
and the world is Crucified to me.
cc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11.
(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1953
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And for any thing that might happen to him, he knew that the issue of all things should work for the best to them that love God;
And for any thing that might happen to him, he knew that the issue of all things should work for the best to them that love God;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1953
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he includes himself, Rom. 8. saith he, We know it before-hand, we believe before troubles or evills come:
he includes himself, Rom. 8. Says he, We know it beforehand, we believe before Troubles or evils come:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1953
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come what will the issue of all things is in the regiment and power of God,
come what will the issue of all things is in the regiment and power of God,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1953
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and as he pleaseth all shall work for the best to those that love God, and therefore as I am, so I will be.
and as he Pleases all shall work for the best to those that love God, and Therefore as I am, so I will be.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1953
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What should hinder? if all things help me, nothing can hinder me.
What should hinder? if all things help me, nothing can hinder me.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1953
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And then Saint Paul took this course, he looked forward still, Philip 3. I presse forward to the price of the high calling;
And then Saint Paul took this course, he looked forward still, Philip 3. I press forward to the price of the high calling;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1954
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he forgat that which was behind, and he resolved to go forward, he had a mind to grow better and better alway,
he forgot that which was behind, and he resolved to go forward, he had a mind to grow better and better always,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1954
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and this comforted him that he should hold out to the end.
and this comforted him that he should hold out to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1954
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For it is the reward of a growing Christian, to have a sweet sense of his present state of Grace, in Gods favour,
For it is the reward of a growing Christian, to have a sweet sense of his present state of Grace, in God's favour,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1954
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and to hold out to the end.
and to hold out to the end.
cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1.
(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1954
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Such a man is like the Sun that growes up still till he come to high noon-day, as Solomon saith.
Such a man is like the Sun that grows up still till he come to high noonday, as Solomon Says.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1954
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Saint Paul took this course, he strove for perfection, he had a crown in his eye, a crown of righteousnesse and glory,
Saint Paul took this course, he strove for perfection, he had a crown in his eye, a crown of righteousness and glory,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1954
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and that will not suffer a man to be idle and cold that hath such a thing in his eye.
and that will not suffer a man to be idle and cold that hath such a thing in his eye.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1954
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Saint Paul to whet his endeavour not onely looked forward, but to glory; for as Christ looked to the glorie, and despised the shame:
Saint Paul to whet his endeavour not only looked forward, but to glory; for as christ looked to the glory, and despised the shame:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1954
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so Saint Paul looked to the crown, and despised all his sufferings. Then besides, Saint Paul was conscious of his own sincerity;
so Saint Paul looked to the crown, and despised all his sufferings. Then beside, Saint Paul was conscious of his own sincerity;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1954
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for grace carries its own witnesse with it self, as he saith here, I know my conversation;
for grace carries its own witness with it self, as he Says Here, I know my Conversation;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1955
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This is the testimony of my conscience, that in simplicity and sincerity I have walked before you. This is the testimony of my conscience, that in simplicity and sincerity I have walked before you.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1955
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He knew that sincerity is accompanied with constancie and perseverance. It is a rule, that alway constancie and perseverance are companions with simplicity and sincerity:
He knew that sincerity is accompanied with constancy and perseverance. It is a Rule, that always constancy and perseverance Are Sodales with simplicity and sincerity:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1955
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I have begun in sincerity hitherto, now I am sincere, and have expressed to you the truth of my heart, and of my courses:
I have begun in sincerity hitherto, now I am sincere, and have expressed to you the truth of my heart, and of my courses:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1955
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and as I am, so I meane to be: therefore having begun in sincerity, I know I shall end in perseverance and constancy.
and as I am, so I mean to be: Therefore having begun in sincerity, I know I shall end in perseverance and constancy.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1955
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Truth of grace is accompanied with constancy; all other things are but grasse, they are but shewes, they will vanish;
Truth of grace is accompanied with constancy; all other things Are but grass, they Are but shows, they will vanish;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1956
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but sincerity, the truth of grace, is a Divine thing: The Word of the Lord; that is, grace wrought by the Word of the Lord, that endures for ever.
but sincerity, the truth of grace, is a Divine thing: The Word of the Lord; that is, grace wrought by the Word of the Lord, that endures for ever.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1956
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Where there is truth of grace, though it be but as a grain of mustard-seed, there is perseverance to the end.
Where there is truth of grace, though it be but as a grain of Mustard seed, there is perseverance to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1956
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S. Paul knew this well, and therefore he builds his trust on these things, on these courses that he took.
S. Paul knew this well, and Therefore he builds his trust on these things, on these courses that he took.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1956
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We should all take the like course, look to S. Paul's grounds, and take his courses;
We should all take the like course, look to S. Paul's grounds, and take his courses;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1957
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those be they that will hold out to the end.
those be they that will hold out to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1957
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Judicious consideration of all the difficulties, to put into the balance what impediments we shall have from the world,
Judicious consideration of all the difficulties, to put into the balance what impediments we shall have from the world,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1957
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and what will be great to us when it is ballanced with the glory to come.
and what will be great to us when it is balanced with the glory to come.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1957
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And withall, to aime forward still, as S. Paul did. And take another course that he took likewise, to depend upon grace continually:
And withal, to aim forward still, as S. Paul did. And take Another course that he took likewise, to depend upon grace continually:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1957
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he knew there was a Throne of grace open to him alway for the time to come,
he knew there was a Throne of grace open to him always for the time to come,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1957
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as well as for the time past, and present. He knew that Christ in heaven was alway full of grace:
as well as for the time past, and present. He knew that christ in heaven was always full of grace:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1957
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he knew he should not want in any exigent when he should go to him:
he knew he should not want in any exigent when he should go to him:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1957
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he knew that God would not destitute or forsake any of his Children, them that he hath called to see the necessity of wisdome, and of courage and comfort.
he knew that God would not destitute or forsake any of his Children, them that he hath called to see the necessity of Wisdom, and of courage and Comfort.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1957
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Let us do therefore as S. Paul was answered from heaven, say, His Grace is sufficient for us;
Let us do Therefore as S. Paul was answered from heaven, say, His Grace is sufficient for us;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1957
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if not to keep us from all sin, yet to keep us in comfortable courses, to keep us in sincerity, and simplicity:
if not to keep us from all since, yet to keep us in comfortable courses, to keep us in sincerity, and simplicity:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1957
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the Grace of God is sufficient to bring us to heaven.
the Grace of God is sufficient to bring us to heaven.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1957
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Let us perswade our selves, that if we go on in Christian courses, in that confidence God will give us grace to bring us to heaven.
Let us persuade our selves, that if we go on in Christian courses, in that confidence God will give us grace to bring us to heaven.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1958
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This was S. Paul's confidence, therefore he saith, I trust you shall acknowledge to the end, because I know that I shall continue in simplicity and sincerity to the end:
This was S. Paul's confidence, Therefore he Says, I trust you shall acknowledge to the end, Because I know that I shall continue in simplicity and sincerity to the end:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1958
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God will keep me, I shall have grace to beg, and he will give me grace:
God will keep me, I shall have grace to beg, and he will give me grace:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1958
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for his gifts in this kind can never be repented of. Let us take from S. Paul this course, and this comfort.
for his Gifts in this kind can never be repented of. Let us take from S. Paul this course, and this Comfort.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1958
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This course to trust in God for the time to come;
This course to trust in God for the time to come;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1959
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to have constant resolutions for the time to come, to cleave to God, and to good courses.
to have constant resolutions for the time to come, to cleave to God, and to good courses.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1959
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Let us every day renew our Covenants in this kind, and our resolutions to do nothing against conscience, to go on in Christian courses;
Let us every day renew our Covenants in this kind, and our resolutions to do nothing against conscience, to go on in Christian courses;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1960
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let it be our constant course:
let it be our constant course:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1960
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For as Gods Children know they shall continue to the end, so it is wrought from resolution so to do:
For as God's Children know they shall continue to the end, so it is wrought from resolution so to do:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1960
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and this resolution stirres them up to depend upon God by prayer, that he would knit their hearts to him, that they may fear his Name;
and this resolution stirs them up to depend upon God by prayer, that he would knit their hearts to him, that they may Fear his Name;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1960
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that he would give them Grace sufficient, &c. that he would establish their hearts, as David prayes.
that he would give them Grace sufficient, etc. that he would establish their hearts, as David prays.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1960
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This resolution it drives them to prayer, and to all good courses, that God would stablish them in every good work, in every good thought and desire,
This resolution it drives them to prayer, and to all good courses, that God would establish them in every good work, in every good Thought and desire,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1961
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and that he would knit their hearts nearer to him.
and that he would knit their hearts nearer to him.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1961
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Resolve therefore every day in dependance upon God, to take good courses, that so whensoever any Judgment of God shall come,
Resolve Therefore every day in dependence upon God, to take good courses, that so whensoever any Judgement of God shall come,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1961
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or when the hour of death shall light on us, it may not come as a snare, that it may take us in good resolutions;
or when the hour of death shall Light on us, it may not come as a snare, that it may take us in good resolutions;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1961
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it is no matter how we dye in outward respects, if we dye in good resolutions.
it is no matter how we die in outward respects, if we die in good resolutions.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1961
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As we resolve, so we are: for our resolutions are full of will: wishes and resolutions they carry the whole man with them;
As we resolve, so we Are: for our resolutions Are full of will: wishes and resolutions they carry the Whole man with them;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1962
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and God esteems a man by his will.
and God esteems a man by his will.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1962
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For if there be impediments that are not impossible to man, resolution will break through all:
For if there be impediments that Are not impossible to man, resolution will break through all:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1962
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God judgeth men by their resolutions: Teach me, O Lord, thy Statutes, and I will keep them even to the end.
God Judgeth men by their resolutions: Teach me, Oh Lord, thy Statutes, and I will keep them even to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1962
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I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous Judgments: I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous Judgments:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1962
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every day take we these promises to our selves, and bind our selves with them to God.
every day take we these promises to our selves, and bind our selves with them to God.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1962
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In vowes be chary, I do not speak of them now, I speak of purposes and resolutions, alway take in God with them;
In vows be chary, I do not speak of them now, I speak of Purposes and resolutions, always take in God with them;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1963
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I trust in God, depend upon God in good courses, (that God do not punish us,
I trust in God, depend upon God in good courses, (that God do not Punish us,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1963
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and give us into desertion for our presumption,) and then we may know that our state is good:
and give us into desertion for our presumption,) and then we may know that our state is good:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1963
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Look to S. Paul, and see the property of a good conscience, it looks back, it looks to the present,
Look to S. Paul, and see the property of a good conscience, it looks back, it looks to the present,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1963
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and to the time to come. Our rejoycing is this, that we have had our conversation hitherto well:
and to the time to come. Our rejoicing is this, that we have had our Conversation hitherto well:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1963
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Is that enough for a good conscience? No;
Is that enough for a good conscience? No;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1963
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you have acknowledged me to be as I have written, to have a good conscience in my Ministerial course, and in my conversation;
you have acknowledged me to be as I have written, to have a good conscience in my Ministerial course, and in my Conversation;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1963
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and you shall acknowledge me still.
and you shall acknowledge me still.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1963
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This is the glory of a good life, that whether a man look above him, he hath God to witnesse for him;
This is the glory of a good life, that whither a man look above him, he hath God to witness for him;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1964
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or whether he look to the world, to right judging persons, he hath them to judge for him, he dares appeal to their conscience;
or whither he look to the world, to right judging Persons, he hath them to judge for him, he dares appeal to their conscience;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1964
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or whether he look within him, he hath a good witnesse from his own conscience: which way soever he looks he hath comfort.
or whither he look within him, he hath a good witness from his own conscience: which Way soever he looks he hath Comfort.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1964
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You have acknowledged me, and you shall acknowledge: I know God will not leave me for the time to come.You have acknowledged me, and you shall acknowledge: I know God will not leave me for the time to come.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1964
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So that which makes up a compleat good conscience, is the looking to the time to come,
So that which makes up a complete good conscience, is the looking to the time to come,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1964
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A good conscience that is purged by the blood of Christ from the guilt of former sins, shall alway have grace to stablish the heart in good resolutions.
A good conscience that is purged by the blood of christ from the guilt of former Sins, shall always have grace to establish the heart in good resolutions.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1964
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For where there is a cleansing from the guilt, where there is pardon of sin, there is alway given a power against sin for the time to come.
For where there is a cleansing from the guilt, where there is pardon of since, there is always given a power against since for the time to come.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1964
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We usually say in Divinitie, That the grace of God, and a purpose to live in any sin cannot dwell in one heart;
We usually say in Divinity, That the grace of God, and a purpose to live in any since cannot dwell in one heart;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1965
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and it is true, if there be not a purpose to obey God in all things, to leave every wicked way, if there be an inclination to any iniquity, the heart and conscience is not good.
and it is true, if there be not a purpose to obey God in all things, to leave every wicked Way, if there be an inclination to any iniquity, the heart and conscience is not good.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1965
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A good conscience gives testimony of the time past, present, and to come. And alwaies (as I said) remember to take God in all your resolutions,
A good conscience gives testimony of the time past, present, and to come. And always (as I said) Remember to take God in all your resolutions,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1965
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or else you are liable to S. James his exception in a higher degree:
or Else you Are liable to S. James his exception in a higher degree:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1966
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Go to n• … w ye that say, We will do this, to day and tomorrow, and that in strength and confidence of your own, not remembring the uncertainty of humane events, Go to n• … w you that say, We will do this, to day and tomorrow, and that in strength and confidence of your own, not remembering the uncertainty of humane events,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1966
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how many things may fall out that God may crosse it.
how many things may fallen out that God may cross it.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1966
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If it be a presumptuous speech in matters of this life, how much more in matters of grace for the time to come, which God onely hath in his keeping,
If it be a presumptuous speech in matters of this life, how much more in matters of grace for the time to come, which God only hath in his keeping,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1966
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and gives the will and the deed according to his good pleasure? Therefore we should make an end of our salvation with fear and trembling.
and gives the will and the deed according to his good pleasure? Therefore we should make an end of our salvation with Fear and trembling.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1966
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Let us do as S. Paul did, trust in God; my trust and dependance on God is this, that I shall do so:
Let us do as S. Paul did, trust in God; my trust and dependence on God is this, that I shall do so:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1967
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because I have a constant resolution to be so to my lives end. Therefore joyn them both together, every day renew our dependance on God, and his Promises:
Because I have a constant resolution to be so to my lives end. Therefore join them both together, every day renew our dependence on God, and his Promises:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1967
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The life of a Christian is a life dependant. Salvation is wrought out of us by Christ, procured by him;
The life of a Christian is a life dependant. Salvation is wrought out of us by christ, procured by him;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1968
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and our carriage to salvation is wrought out of us by Grace coming from Christ.
and our carriage to salvation is wrought out of us by Grace coming from christ.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1968
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He keeps the Fountain, and he lets out the streams more or lesse as we humbly depend on him:
He keeps the Fountain, and he lets out the streams more or less as we humbly depend on him:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1968
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so that both salvation is out of us, and the carriage to salvation is of Grace, all is out of us.
so that both salvation is out of us, and the carriage to salvation is of Grace, all is out of us.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1968
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How should this make us carry ourselves humbly, in a dependance on Christ for salvation,
How should this make us carry ourselves humbly, in a dependence on christ for salvation,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1968
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and the carriage of it? And therefore resolve not to offend God in any thing,
and the carriage of it? And Therefore resolve not to offend God in any thing,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1968
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but to trust in God, and to look to his Word;
but to trust in God, and to look to his Word;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1968
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to trust in God and his Word, is all one, Psal. 130. Thus we should take S. Paul's course, to trust in God,
to trust in God and his Word, is all one, Psalm 130. Thus we should take S. Paul's course, to trust in God,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1968
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and renew our purposes every day.
and renew our Purposes every day.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1968
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And then take S. Paul's comfort to your selves, perswade your selves, that neither things present, nor things to come, as S. Paul saith, Rom. 8. nothing shall intercept your crown.
And then take S. Paul's Comfort to your selves, persuade your selves, that neither things present, nor things to come, as S. Paul Says, Rom. 8. nothing shall intercept your crown.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1969
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For what he said here before-hand, that he experimentally saith of himself, 2 Tim. 4. a little before he dyed, (which was the last Epistle that ever he wrote) he saith here, they should acknowledge him to the end;
For what he said Here beforehand, that he experimentally Says of himself, 2 Tim. 4. a little before he died, (which was the last Epistle that ever he wrote) he Says Here, they should acknowledge him to the end;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1969
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and there when his end was come, what saith he of himself? I have fought a good fight, I have kept the faith, I have run my race;
and there when his end was come, what Says he of himself? I have fought a good fight, I have kept the faith, I have run my raze;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1969
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now henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of righteousnesse, &c. Before this time I depended upon God that he would carry me to my end, as he hath done;now henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of righteousness, etc. Before this time I depended upon God that he would carry me to my end, as he hath done;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1969
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and now I am to close up my daies, and my Sun is to set:
and now I am to close up my days, and my Sun is to Set:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1969
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this all I have done, God that was with me from the beginning is with me to the end:
this all I have done, God that was with me from the beginning is with me to the end:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1969
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I have done all this, and what remaines now, but a crown of righteousnesse?
I have done all this, and what remains now, but a crown of righteousness?
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1969
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Therefore I beseech you, take in trust the time to come as well as any time past:
Therefore I beseech you, take in trust the time to come as well as any time passed:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1970
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resolve well, and trust with your resolution;
resolve well, and trust with your resolution;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1970
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live by faith and obedience, joyn them both together, the one to be the evidence of the truth of the other:
live by faith and Obedience, join them both together, the one to be the evidence of the truth of the other:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1970
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then take in trust for the time to come all the good that you can promise your selves from God, you cannot honour him more.
then take in trust for the time to come all the good that you can promise your selves from God, you cannot honour him more.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1970
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I trust you shall acknowledge to the end.
I trust you shall acknowledge to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1970
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Saint Paul saith of himself, That the grace of God should lead him to his end,
Saint Paul Says of himself, That the grace of God should led him to his end,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1971
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and that they should acknowledge it:
and that they should acknowledge it:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1971
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you shall not acknowledge me to the end to be rich, or to be in favour, &c. but this you shall acknowledge, that I shall be the like man.
you shall not acknowledge me to the end to be rich, or to be in favour, etc. but this you shall acknowledge, that I shall be the like man.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1971
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It is uncertain for any thing in the world, we cannot promise our selves, nor others cannot promise for us:
It is uncertain for any thing in the world, we cannot promise our selves, nor Others cannot promise for us:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1971
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but you shall acknowledge this, that I will be, as I have been, to the end.
but you shall acknowledge this, that I will be, as I have been, to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1971
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You have acknowledged, and you shall acknowledge, &c.You have acknowledged, and you shall acknowledge, etc.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1971
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Seeing acknowledging is repeated twice as an evidence of a good Christian, to approve of the Image of God in another,
Seeing acknowledging is repeated twice as an evidence of a good Christian, to approve of the Image of God in Another,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1972
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and to acknowledge it, Therefore often examine your hearts, what you acknowledge:
and to acknowledge it, Therefore often examine your hearts, what you acknowledge:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1972
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do you acknowledge, that the abstaining from evil courses, from fraud, and cunning in your callings;
do you acknowledge, that the abstaining from evil courses, from fraud, and cunning in your callings;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1972
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that the abstaining from sensual living, from carnal policy, is good? why then take that course, resolve upon it.
that the abstaining from sensual living, from carnal policy, is good? why then take that course, resolve upon it.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1972
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Are the courses of Gods Children good, why will you oppose them? Saint Paul gives an excellent rule, Rom. 14. 22. we should not condemn our selves in that which we allow.
are the courses of God's Children good, why will you oppose them? Saint Paul gives an excellent Rule, Rom. 14. 22. we should not condemn our selves in that which we allow.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1972
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Do you allow in your judgment, and in your conscience the best courses? (as indeed you will do one day,) then do not condemn your selves in the present for them, Happy is that man that condemneth not himself in that which he alloweth, saith the Apostle.
Do you allow in your judgement, and in your conscience the best courses? (as indeed you will do one day,) then do not condemn your selves in the present for them, Happy is that man that Condemneth not himself in that which he alloweth, Says the Apostle.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1972
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Examine oft-times seriously, how your judgment stands in the waies of God, how it is built,
Examine ofttimes seriously, how your judgement Stands in the ways of God, how it is built,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1973
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whether upon humane fancy to please any man, or upon Divine directions, the Word of God;
whither upon humane fancy to please any man, or upon Divine directions, the Word of God;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1973
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If it be so, take heed that you do not condemn your selves in those courses,
If it be so, take heed that you do not condemn your selves in those courses,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1973
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and those persons that you allow.
and those Persons that you allow.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1973
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Do you in your soul justifie such persons? why do you not joyn with them? why do you not walk their waies? are such courses good? why do you not take them? Your justifying them in the end will be little to your comfort,
Do you in your soul justify such Persons? why do you not join with them? why do you not walk their ways? Are such courses good? why do you not take them? Your justifying them in the end will be little to your Comfort,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1973
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if you condemne them all your life against your conscience:
if you condemn them all your life against your conscience:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1973
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for afterwards it is not so much a work of Grace for you to justifie good courses, and to acknowledge good things:
for afterwards it is not so much a work of Grace for you to justify good courses, and to acknowledge good things:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1973
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in most men it is not so much a work of Grace as it is the evidence of the thing:
in most men it is not so much a work of Grace as it is the evidence of the thing:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1973
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and when the cloud of sensuallity, and the fume that riseth out of worldly pomp is taken away,
and when the cloud of sensuality, and the fume that Riseth out of worldly pomp is taken away,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1973
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then the naturall conscience comes to see clearly better things, not from the love of them, not that it is changed,
then the natural conscience comes to see clearly better things, not from the love of them, not that it is changed,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1973
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and transformed with the love of them;
and transformed with the love of them;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1973
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but God so discovers it to them, to make them justifie his sentence of Damnation the more:
but God so discovers it to them, to make them justify his sentence of Damnation the more:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1973
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he discovered to them better courses then they tooke: it shall justifie their damnation. We are deceived oft-times in mens ends;
he discovered to them better courses then they took: it shall justify their damnation. We Are deceived ofttimes in men's ends;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1973
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they acknowledge good waies, and good courses: and on the other side some of Gods good Children they pronounce the contrary:
they acknowledge good ways, and good courses: and on the other side Some of God's good Children they pronounce the contrary:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1974
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If you entertain not this resolution, to walk in holinesse and righteousnesse all the daies of your life, acknowledge no benefit by Christs redemption,
If you entertain not this resolution, to walk in holiness and righteousness all the days of your life, acknowledge no benefit by Christ redemption,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1984
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but let none trust to that, good courses are so evident, and clear, that if men be not Atheists they must acknowledge them, especially when the impediment that hindred them before is taken away.
but let none trust to that, good courses Are so evident, and clear, that if men be not Atheists they must acknowledge them, especially when the impediment that hindered them before is taken away.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1974
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You must acknowledge, therefore acknowledge now;
You must acknowledge, Therefore acknowledge now;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1974
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not in your hearts onely, but acknowledge them in laying aside your opposition, in casting away your weapons,
not in your hearts only, but acknowledge them in laying aside your opposition, in casting away your weapons,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1974
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and by joyning with them in good courses: set not your hands against good courses, and good persons;
and by joining with them in good courses: Set not your hands against good courses, and good Persons;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1974
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set your tongues to speak for their good. Take Gods part, stand on Gods side, it is the best side;
Set your tongues to speak for their good. Take God's part, stand on God's side, it is the best side;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1974
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if you allow it onely hereafter it will be a barren allowance, it will be no comfort to you, it often falls out to be so.
if you allow it only hereafter it will be a barren allowance, it will be no Comfort to you, it often falls out to be so.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1974
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O beloved, whatsoever courses else you take they will sink, and fall;
Oh Beloved, whatsoever courses Else you take they will sink, and fallen;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1975
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they will sink first in your own soules, and none will be readier to condemn you then your own conscience:
they will sink First in your own Souls, and none will be Readier to condemn you then your own conscience:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1975
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when God shall make you wiser, you will censure your selves, What folly was it? how was I deluded with this ill company,
when God shall make you Wiser, you will censure your selves, What folly was it? how was I deluded with this ill company,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1975
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and with that? as wicked company is wondrous powerfull to infuse ill conceits:
and with that? as wicked company is wondrous powerful to infuse ill conceits:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1975
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as the Spies they infused discouragement by the Oration they made of the Giants in the Land, &c. they altered the mind of the whole people.
as the Spies they infused discouragement by the Oration they made of the Giants in the Land, etc. they altered the mind of the Whole people.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1975
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It is a dangerous thing to converse with naughty persons;
It is a dangerous thing to converse with naughty Persons;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1975
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the Devil slides together into the soul with their carnal reasoning, and alters the judgement for the time, that they are not so wise as conscience would make them,
the devil slides together into the soul with their carnal reasoning, and alters the judgement for the time, that they Are not so wise as conscience would make them,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1975
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and as they might be, if they did not hearken to the hissing of the Serpent.
and as they might be, if they did not harken to the hissing of the Serpent.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1975
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First, if you take any conrse but good, your own conscience is by, and will be the first that will find you out:
First, if you take any conrse but good, your own conscience is by, and will be the First that will find you out:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1976
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For sin is a base thing, a work of darknesse, it must be discovered, it is a madnesse, it must be manifest to all men.
For since is a base thing, a work of darkness, it must be discovered, it is a madness, it must be manifest to all men.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1976
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Popery and all their slights must be discovered, and the Whore must lie naked, and stink;
Popery and all their slights must be discovered, and the Whore must lie naked, and stink;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1976
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nothing shall be so abominable as Popery, and Popish persons ere long. Truth will get the victory in the consciences of people;
nothing shall be so abominable as Popery, and Popish Persons ere long. Truth will get the victory in the Consciences of people;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1976
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and good courses will get approbation.
and good courses will get approbation.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1977
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Therefore if you approve them not, first you shall be unhappy in this life, and everlastingly hereafter:
Therefore if you approve them not, First you shall be unhappy in this life, and everlastingly hereafter:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1977
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this shall be the principal torment in hell, that you saw better courses then you lived in,
this shall be the principal torment in hell, that you saw better courses then you lived in,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1977
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There was something better, Conscience told you, but you gave way to your lusts, and to the insinuations of wicked men, instruments of the Devill, rather then to the motions of conscience,
There was something better, Conscience told you, but you gave Way to your Lustiest, and to the insinuations of wicked men, Instruments of the devil, rather then to the motions of conscience,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1977
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and of Gods Spirit that awakened conscience.
and of God's Spirit that awakened conscience.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1977
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This I say will more ease your torment in hell that you might have done otherwise if you had had Grace:
This I say will more ease your torment in hell that you might have done otherwise if you had had Grace:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1978
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but you willingly betrayed your selves, you silenced conscience, you willingly condemned your selves in the things that you acknowledged were naught, you did that which you condemned,
but you willingly betrayed your selves, you silenced conscience, you willingly condemned your selves in the things that you acknowledged were nought, you did that which you condemned,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1978
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and you did not practise that which your judgment did allow.
and you did not practise that which your judgement did allow.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1978
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God will have little to do at the day of Judgment, with most men in the Church to condemn them:
God will have little to do At the day of Judgement, with most men in the Church to condemn them:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1979
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for alas, their own consciences will condemn them, the consciences of all will condemn them that their courses were naught.
for alas, their own Consciences will condemn them, the Consciences of all will condemn them that their courses were nought.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1979
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And that makes wicked men so cruel, especially, if they get into place of authority, they know they are not allowed, they are not acknowledged in the consciences of those that are judicious, thèy know they are condemned there,
And that makes wicked men so cruel, especially, if they get into place of Authority, they know they Are not allowed, they Are not acknowledged in the Consciences of those that Are judicious, thèy know they Are condemned there,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1980
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and they fret and fume, and think to force another opinion of themselves upon others, but it will not be;
and they fret and fume, and think to force Another opinion of themselves upon Others, but it will not be;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1980
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and that makes them that they cannot endure the sight of them that are of a contrary judgment:
and that makes them that they cannot endure the sighed of them that Are of a contrary judgement:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1980
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they think themselves condemned in the hearts of such men, and that makes them cruel:
they think themselves condemned in the hearts of such men, and that makes them cruel:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1980
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Especially those that have some illumination, they cannot abide their own conscience to take its course, they cannot abide to see themselves.
Especially those that have Some illumination, they cannot abide their own conscience to take its course, they cannot abide to see themselves.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1980
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They think themselves condemned in the judgment of others:
They think themselves condemned in the judgement of Others:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1980
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and those that think they have the prejudice of others that their courses are naught, they carry an implacable hatred, it is a desperate case.
and those that think they have the prejudice of Others that their courses Are nought, they carry an implacable hatred, it is a desperate case.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1980
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Hast thou knowledge that they think thy courses naught, and on good ground, and doest thou hate them ▪ and hate to be reformed thy self? will this alway hold out? No,
Hast thou knowledge that they think thy courses nought, and on good ground, and dost thou hate them ▪ and hate to be reformed thy self? will this always hold out? No,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1981
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as I said before, truth is eternal, that which thou acknowledgest must continue, it will be acknowledge, it will get the victory at the day of Judgment by Men and Angels:
as I said before, truth is Eternal, that which thou acknowledgest must continue, it will be acknowledge, it will get the victory At the day of Judgement by Men and Angels:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1981
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truth will have the victory, it is eternal.
truth will have the victory, it is Eternal.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1981
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Take that course for the present, that thou mayest be good for the present, and hold out to the end,
Take that course for the present, that thou Mayest be good for the present, and hold out to the end,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1981
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and come not near the holy things of God.
and come not near the holy things of God.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1984
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With the field you shall have the treasure in the field, as the wise Merchant had.
With the field you shall have the treasure in the field, as the wise Merchant had.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2081
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as we see the Corinthians here, You do acknowledge me, and you shall acknowledge me to the end, and testifie to the world that you acknowledge the best things;
as we see the Corinthians Here, You do acknowledge me, and you shall acknowledge me to the end, and testify to the world that you acknowledge the best things;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1981
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and the best persons, that you may be one with them by love here, and in heaven for ever hereafter.
and the best Persons, that you may be one with them by love Here, and in heaven for ever hereafter.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1981
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I trust you shall acknowledge to the end. To shut up this point;
I trust you shall acknowledge to the end. To shut up this point;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1981
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Let me seal it up with this, Make this Quaere to your selves, what estate you are in,
Let me seal it up with this, Make this Quaere to your selves, what estate you Are in,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1982
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when you come to the Communion, whether it be well with you, or no? if not,
when you come to the Communion, whither it be well with you, or no? if not,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1982
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why will you live any whit at all (in the uncertainty of our lives,
why will you live any whit At all (in the uncertainty of our lives,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1982
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and the shortnesse of them, and the danger of the wrath of God, when there is so little between you and eternal Damnation,) in a doubtful, in a dangerous estate? Are you resolved to be naught then? No,
and the shortness of them, and the danger of the wrath of God, when there is so little between you and Eternal Damnation,) in a doubtful, in a dangerous estate? are you resolved to be nought then? No,
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1982
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if you be not Atheists you will not say so.
if you be not Atheists you will not say so.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1982
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Do you intend to be good, and come and make your Covenant with God? Yes:
Do you intend to be good, and come and make your Covenant with God? Yes:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1982
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why then resolve to be so. A good conscience looks not onely back to sins past, to repent of them:
why then resolve to be so. A good conscience looks not only back to Sins past, to Repent of them:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1982
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but for the time to come it resolves to please God in all things, and to hold out to the end.
but for the time to come it resolves to please God in all things, and to hold out to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1983
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Some make a mockery of the holy things of God: one part of the year they will be holy;
some make a mockery of the holy things of God: one part of the year they will be holy;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1984
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a rotten foolish affection of people that are Popish. In Lent they will use a little austerity, O they will please God wondrously;
a rotten foolish affection of people that Are Popish. In Lent they will use a little austerity, Oh they will please God wondrously;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1984
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but before and after they are devils incarnate: so they make that part of the year as a good parenthesis, in an unlearned, and unwitty speech.
but before and After they Are Devils incarnate: so they make that part of the year as a good parenthesis, in an unlearned, and unwitty speech.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1984
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A good parenthesis is unseemly in a wicked speech, and a good piece is unseemly in a ragged garment:
A good parenthesis is unseemly in a wicked speech, and a good piece is unseemly in a ragged garment:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1984
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so their lives that make a good shew then, (and there are few that do so, they are scarce among us, men are such Atheists, that there is not outward reformation;
so their lives that make a good show then, (and there Are few that do so, they Are scarce among us, men Are such Atheists, that there is not outward Reformation;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1984
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but if there be,) if they give themselves leave to be Civill, and to respect holy things a little time, afterward they return to their loosenesse again.
but if there be,) if they give themselves leave to be Civil, and to respect holy things a little time, afterwards they return to their looseness again.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1984
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Doth this patching out of a holy life please God? No, no;
Does this patching out of a holy life please God? No, no;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1984
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I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous Statutes, saith David. And S. Paul, I have resolved to be so to the end;I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous Statutes, Says David. And S. Paul, I have resolved to be so to the end;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1984
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I will be my self still.
I will be my self still.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1984
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So where grace is, there is a resolution against all sin for the time to come.
So where grace is, there is a resolution against all since for the time to come.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1984
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This is the honest heart that the Scripture speaks of, that receives the seed deep into it;
This is the honest heart that the Scripture speaks of, that receives the seed deep into it;
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1985
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that hates sin above all miseries, and ills, and that loves grace above all other good things:
that hates since above all misery's, and ills, and that loves grace above all other good things:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1985
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therefore if any infirmity come, he can say it is against his resolution:
Therefore if any infirmity come, he can say it is against his resolution:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1985
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I purposed not this, I plotted it not, I do not allow my self in it, here is an honest heart:
I purposed not this, I plotted it not, I do not allow my self in it, Here is an honest heart:
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1985
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the Word is fixed deeply in such a heart; it comes with an honest resolution.
the Word is fixed deeply in such a heart; it comes with an honest resolution.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1985
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If you come to the Sacrament, and purpose to live in sin, you prophane the holy things of God, the Word of God will do you no good, it will never take deep root to save you.
If you come to the Sacrament, and purpose to live in since, you profane the holy things of God, the Word of God will do you no good, it will never take deep root to save you.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1985
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So much for S. Paul's resolution for the time to come, I trust 〈 ◊ 〉 shall acknowledge to the end.
So much for S. Paul's resolution for the time to come, I trust 〈 ◊ 〉 shall acknowledge to the end.
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(14) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1985
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VERSE XIV.
VERSE XIV.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1985
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As also you have acknowledged us in part, that we are your rejoycing, even 〈 ◊ 〉 ye are ours in the Day of the Lord Jesus.
As also you have acknowledged us in part, that we Are your rejoicing, even 〈 ◊ 〉 you Are ours in the Day of the Lord jesus.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1985
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YOu have acknowledged us in part, now since you have repented:
YOu have acknowledged us in part, now since you have repented:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1986
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for when he wrote the former Epistle to them, they had many corruptions among them in Doctrine,
for when he wrote the former Epistle to them, they had many corruptions among them in Doctrine,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1986
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and in conversation, about the Sacrament; many corrupt opinions they had: and in conversation, they endured the incestuous man among them without casting of him out,
and in Conversation, about the Sacrament; many corrupt opinions they had: and in Conversation, they endured the incestuous man among them without casting of him out,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1986
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and many of them doubted of the Resurrection.
and many of them doubted of the Resurrection.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1986
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Now when he wrote the first Epistle, it took a blessed effect in their hearts, they repented,
Now when he wrote the First Epistle, it took a blessed Effect in their hearts, they repented,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1986
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and began to acknowledge S. Paul; notwithstanding they were disasted of him by reason of the bad information of some presumptuous. Teachers:
and began to acknowledge S. Paul; notwithstanding they were disasted of him by reason of the bad information of Some presumptuous. Teachers:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1986
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saith he now again, You have acknowledged us in part that now we are your rejoycing, &c. Observe this, which I touch by way of coherence, It is a sign of a repentant man, of a man that hath repented of his sins,
Says he now again, You have acknowledged us in part that now we Are your rejoicing, etc. Observe this, which I touch by Way of coherence, It is a Signen of a repentant man, of a man that hath repented of his Sins,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1986
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and is in a good estate, to acknowledge him that hath told him of his sins, to acknowledge his Pastor.
and is in a good estate, to acknowledge him that hath told him of his Sins, to acknowledge his Pastor.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1986
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For a false heart swells against the reproof:
For a false heart Swells against the reproof:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1987
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if the Corinthians had not been sound hearted, they would never have endured S. Paul's sharp Epistle:
if the Corinthians had not been found hearted, they would never have endured S. Paul's sharp Epistle:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1987
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but now he tells them their own plainly; as indeed it is a very sharp Epistle in many passages:
but now he tells them their own plainly; as indeed it is a very sharp Epistle in many passages:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1987
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yet now they acknowledged him to be a good, and gracious man, a faithful Teacher. Let it be a Trial of your estate:
yet now they acknowledged him to be a good, and gracious man, a faithful Teacher. Let it be a Trial of your estate:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1987
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can you endure a plain, a powerfull, an effectual Ministery? More particularly, can you endure a plain, effectual friend, that brings that which is spoken by the Minister more particularly home to your hearts? It is a sign of a good heart, of a repentant heart that would be better.
can you endure a plain, a powerful, an effectual Ministry? More particularly, can you endure a plain, effectual friend, that brings that which is spoken by the Minister more particularly home to your hearts? It is a Signen of a good heart, of a repentant heart that would be better.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1988
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But if not, it is a sign you have a reserved love to some special sin that will be your bane:
But if not, it is a Signen you have a reserved love to Some special since that will be your bane:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1988
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it is a sign your soules have not repented.
it is a Signen your Souls have not repented.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1988
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As you see after in another Chapter of this Epistle, where he sets down the fruits of repentance.
As you see After in Another Chapter of this Epistle, where he sets down the fruits of Repentance.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1988
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And here is one sign, T• … have acknowledged us in part, &c. In the words,
And Here is one Signen, T• … have acknowledged us in part, etc. In the words,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1988
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First, There is the thing it self, acknowledgment. Secondly, the object matter of it, That we are your rejoycing, and you are ours:
First, There is the thing it self, acknowledgment. Secondly, the Object matter of it, That we Are your rejoicing, and you Are ours:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1990
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There is a mutual entercourse of rejoycing.
There is a mutual intercourse of rejoicing.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1991
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And then the time is set down, The Day of the Lord Jesus, The second coming of Christ.
And then the time is Set down, The Day of the Lord jesus, The second coming of christ.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1992
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To speak a little of Acknowledgment. Acknowledgment is more then Knowledge: for knowledge is a bare naked apprehension;
To speak a little of Acknowledgment. Acknowledgment is more then Knowledge: for knowledge is a bore naked apprehension;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1993
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and acknowledgment is when the will and affections yield to the entertaining, and the owning of the thing known.
and acknowledgment is when the will and affections yield to the entertaining, and the owning of the thing known.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1994
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As a father not onely knowes his son, but acknowledgeth him: a King acknowledgeth his Subjects, and the Subjects their Prince.
As a father not only knows his son, but acknowledgeth him: a King acknowledgeth his Subject's, and the Subject's their Prince.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1994
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It is not onely a knowledge of such men, but an acknowledging of them, acknowledging a relation to them.
It is not only a knowledge of such men, but an acknowledging of them, acknowledging a Relation to them.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1994
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So, you acknowledge us, that is, in the relation we stand to you, to be faithful,
So, you acknowledge us, that is, in the Relation we stand to you, to be faithful,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1994
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and good Ministers, and good men too.
and good Ministers, and good men too.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1994
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What doth S. Paul mean by saying, You have acknowledged us? doth he mean himself? No, not altogether;
What does S. Paul mean by saying, You have acknowledged us? does he mean himself? No, not altogether;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1995
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but you have acknowledged me in my faithful preaching of Christ to you. Wheresoever the Minister is acknowledged as a Minister, Christ is acknowledged.
but you have acknowledged me in my faithful preaching of christ to you. Wheresoever the Minister is acknowledged as a Minister, christ is acknowledged.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1996
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For what are we? We are but the Ministers of Christ, no more, nor no lesse.
For what Are we? We Are but the Ministers of christ, no more, nor no less.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1996
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Saith S. Paul, Let a man esteem of us as of the Ministers of Christ.
Says S. Paul, Let a man esteem of us as of the Ministers of christ.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1996
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If they think of us more then Ministers, that we can make, and coyn things of our own;
If they think of us more then Ministers, that we can make, and coin things of our own;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1996
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they think too much of us: If they think meanly and basely of us, they think too little of us.
they think too much of us: If they think meanly and basely of us, they think too little of us.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1996
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Let a man think of us as of the Ministers of Christ; no more, nor no lesse:Let a man think of us as of the Ministers of christ; no more, nor no less:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1996
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it is enough, that they acknowledge us so as the Ministers of Christ. So they are never acknowledged, but Christ is acknowledged by them:
it is enough, that they acknowledge us so as the Ministers of christ. So they Are never acknowledged, but christ is acknowledged by them:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1996
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for they have a relative office; they are the Ministers of Christ. How shall we know then, whether we acknowledge the Minister, or no?
for they have a relative office; they Are the Ministers of christ. How shall we know then, whither we acknowledge the Minister, or no?
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1996
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If we acknowledge Christ first by him. How shall we know that we acknowledge Christ?
If we acknowledge christ First by him. How shall we know that we acknowledge christ?
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
1998
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To acknowledge Christ, God-man in his natures, that we have a great deal of love to him, that he would be born for us:
To acknowledge christ, God-man in his nature's, that we have a great deal of love to him, that he would be born for us:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2000
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and a great deal of reverence, in that he is God.
and a great deal of Reverence, in that he is God.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2000
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We must not think-of him but-with a great deal of reverence, and meddle with nothing of him but with much love; he is God-man, God incarnate.
We must not think-of him but-with a great deal of Reverence, and meddle with nothing of him but with much love; he is God-man, God incarnate.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2000
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He acknowledgeth Christ in his Priestly Office, that doth not despair, that doth believe his full satisfaction to God;
He acknowledgeth christ in his Priestly Office, that does not despair, that does believe his full satisfaction to God;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2000
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and doth not mingle other things, Popish satisfaction, and Purgatory for venial sins.
and does not mingle other things, Popish satisfaction, and Purgatory for venial Sins.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2000
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He acknowledgeth Christs Priestly Office, that goes boldly to God through Christs intercession-in heaven, and boldly trusts in the satisfaction of Christ in the clamours of conscience, and the accusations of Satan.
He acknowledgeth Christ Priestly Office, that Goes boldly to God through Christ intercession-in heaven, and boldly trusts in the satisfaction of christ in the clamours of conscience, and the accusations of Satan.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2000
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This is to acknowledge Christ a Priest in our boldnesse and liberty to God, and confidence in our conscience of the forgivenesse of sins.
This is to acknowledge christ a Priest in our boldness and liberty to God, and confidence in our conscience of the forgiveness of Sins.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2000
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To acknowledge Christ as a King, is to yield subjection to his Word, and to suffer him to rule us.
To acknowledge christ as a King, is to yield subjection to his Word, and to suffer him to Rule us.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2000
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To acknowledge him as a Prophet, to be instructed, and guided by him.
To acknowledge him as a Prophet, to be instructed, and guided by him.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2000
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But now such as are ruled by their own lusts, and by the examples of others,
But now such as Are ruled by their own Lustiest, and by the Examples of Others,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2001
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and care not for the spiritual leading of Christ, they do not acknowledge him: Let not this man reign over us: they shake off his bands;
and care not for the spiritual leading of christ, they do not acknowledge him: Let not this man Reign over us: they shake off his bans;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2001
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they are sons of Belial, without yoak:
they Are Sons of Belial, without yoke:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2001
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and they shall be reckoned at the day of Judgment among them that know not Christ:
and they shall be reckoned At the day of Judgement among them that know not christ:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2001
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because to know him, and not to acknowledge him, is to no purpose. As God knoweth us well enough;
Because to know him, and not to acknowledge him, is to no purpose. As God Knoweth us well enough;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2001
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but if he know us not, and acknowledge us to be his, what will.
but if he know us not, and acknowledge us to be his, what will.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2001
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become of us at the day of Judgment? I know you not, saith he, that is, he acknowledgeth them not to be his.
become of us At the day of Judgement? I know you not, Says he, that is, he acknowledgeth them not to be his.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2001
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So, if our knowledge be to know Christ generally, so as not to give up our selves to be ruled by him, to be directed by him;
So, if our knowledge be to know christ generally, so as not to give up our selves to be ruled by him, to be directed by him;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2001
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this is not to acknowledge him. and to know him, and not to acknowledge him, will be no comfort for us;
this is not to acknowledge him. and to know him, and not to acknowledge him, will be no Comfort for us;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2001
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As it will be no comfort to us for him to know us, and not to acknowledge us.
As it will be no Comfort to us for him to know us, and not to acknowledge us.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2001
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They that acknowledge Paul, or any Minister, they are brought to acknowledge Christ by him.
They that acknowledge Paul, or any Minister, they Are brought to acknowledge christ by him.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2001
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And then (to give you a familiar taste of these things,) they do acknowledge the Minister, that acknowledge the Word to be the Word of God, to be from him.
And then (to give you a familiar taste of these things,) they do acknowledge the Minister, that acknowledge the Word to be the Word of God, to be from him.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2002
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What is that? when they are cast into the form and mould of the Word,
What is that? when they Are cast into the from and mould of the Word,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2002
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and are willing to be framed, to be such as the Word would have them, to be pliable to it:
and Are willing to be framed, to be such as the Word would have them, to be pliable to it:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2002
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if it threaten, to be terrified; if it comfort, to be raised up:
if it threaten, to be terrified; if it Comfort, to be raised up:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2002
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to be fashioned every way to the Word, then they acknowledge the Word, then they feel it to be Gods Word:
to be fashioned every Way to the Word, then they acknowledge the Word, then they feel it to be God's Word:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2002
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why? For they feel it leavening the soul, making all the powers holy, and comfortable.
why? For they feel it leavening the soul, making all the Powers holy, and comfortable.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2002
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As leaven changeth the whole lump, so the Word of God, when we are cast into it,
As leaven changes the Whole lump, so the Word of God, when we Are cast into it,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2002
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and imbrace it, it frames and fashions the whole man to be holy, as the Word is holy.
and embrace it, it frames and fashions the Whole man to be holy, as the Word is holy.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2002
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This is to acknowledge the Word of God, to hear it as the Word of God, to hear it with reverence,
This is to acknowledge the Word of God, to hear it as the Word of God, to hear it with Reverence,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2003
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as we would hear something from a great Potentate, from a Judge, from a man that hath to do with us:
as we would hear something from a great Potentate, from a Judge, from a man that hath to do with us:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2003
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We know the Word of God, and acknowledge him in the Minister, when we tremble at it, and hear it with obedience.
We know the Word of God, and acknowledge him in the Minister, when we tremble At it, and hear it with Obedience.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2003
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As Cornelius saith, We are all here in the presence of God, to hear whatsoever shall be commanded us of God:
As Cornelius Says, We Are all Here in the presence of God, to hear whatsoever shall be commanded us of God:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2003
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whatsoever, without distinction, and turning over, and declining the Word, and shifting.
whatsoever, without distinction, and turning over, and declining the Word, and shifting.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2003
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When there is a willing yielding to every thing that is told us, and a meaning to obey it, this is to acknowledge the Word of God, or else we do not.
When there is a willing yielding to every thing that is told us, and a meaning to obey it, this is to acknowledge the Word of God, or Else we do not.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2003
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S Paul saith comfortably to the Thessalonians, That they received the Word of God, as the Word of God:
S Paul Says comfortably to the Thessalonians, That they received the Word of God, as the Word of God:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2004
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that is, they acknowledged the Word of God, because they heard it with such reverence, and obedience, and respect.
that is, they acknowledged the Word of God, Because they herd it with such Reverence, and Obedience, and respect.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2004
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So you may know that you acknowledge the Minister, if you acknowledge Christ, if you acknowledge the Preacher,
So you may know that you acknowledge the Minister, if you acknowledge christ, if you acknowledge the Preacher,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2005
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and the VVord that he preacheth: and you acknowledge him when you will be directed by him;
and the Word that he Preacheth: and you acknowledge him when you will be directed by him;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2005
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when he speaks in the Name of Christ, to esteem highly of the Consolations of the Almighty in his mouth, to suffer the strong holds of sin to be beaten down by his Ministery.
when he speaks in the Name of christ, to esteem highly of the Consolations of the Almighty in his Mouth, to suffer the strong holds of since to be beaten down by his Ministry.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2005
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This is to acknowledge the Minister:
This is to acknowledge the Minister:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2005
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there is no good taken by Gods Ordinance, where it is not onely known, but acknowledged.
there is no good taken by God's Ordinance, where it is not only known, but acknowledged.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2005
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Christ comes to us in his Ministers as well as by the poor, and it shall be known one day that we have rejected, not poor men like our selves, but Jesus Christ:
christ comes to us in his Ministers as well as by the poor, and it shall be known one day that we have rejected, not poor men like our selves, but jesus christ:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2006
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For we are joyned with Christ in acceptation, or in neglect and contempt. What we do in our Ministery faithfully, we are joyned with Christ in our acceptance:
For we Are joined with christ in acceptation, or in neglect and contempt. What we do in our Ministry faithfully, we Are joined with christ in our acceptance:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2006
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we accept Christ, when we accept, and esteem of the Minister:
we accept christ, when we accept, and esteem of the Minister:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2006
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or we reject Christ, when we reject, and refuse, and set light by the Ministers of Christ.
or we reject christ, when we reject, and refuse, and Set Light by the Ministers of christ.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2006
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The hypocrisie of mans heart is not discerned almost so much in any thing as in this.
The hypocrisy of men heart is not discerned almost so much in any thing as in this.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2007
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Let any command come from great men that have power of our bodies or estates to advance us, or debase us;
Let any command come from great men that have power of our bodies or estates to advance us, or debase us;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2007
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Oh there is much astonishment, and much heed taken:
O there is much astonishment, and much heed taken:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2007
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wondrous heed of penal Lawes and Statutes, that we run not into the dint of them.
wondrous heed of penal Laws and Statutes, that we run not into the dint of them.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2007
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Now God by his Ministers threatens hell, and damnation, hardnesse of heart, and to throw us from one sin to another:
Now God by his Ministers threatens hell, and damnation, hardness of heart, and to throw us from one since to Another:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2007
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we hear these things as Judges, (forsooth) as if they concerned us not.
we hear these things as Judges, (forsooth) as if they concerned us not.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2007
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It shall one day be known that they are Gods Ministers, and that it is Gods Word;
It shall one day be known that they Are God's Ministers, and that it is God's Word;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2007
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If we have Grace to acknowledge them as speaking from God.
If we have Grace to acknowledge them as speaking from God.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2007
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This is to acknowledge the Minister, to be directed by him, and to hear that that he speaks in the Name of God.
This is to acknowledge the Minister, to be directed by him, and to hear that that he speaks in the Name of God.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2007
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We are Ambassadours of God, saith S. Paul, and intreat you, as if Christ himself were on earth would intreat you, to be reconciled to God. We Are ambassadors of God, Says S. Paul, and entreat you, as if christ himself were on earth would entreat you, to be reconciled to God.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2007
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Therefore when you refuse our intreaty, you refuse Christ, that comes with us. Those that will not hear him here, shall hear that sentence hereafter;
Therefore when you refuse our entreaty, you refuse christ, that comes with us. Those that will not hear him Here, shall hear that sentence hereafter;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2007
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they must not think to be regarded of him then: but of that I shall speak hereafter.
they must not think to be regarded of him then: but of that I shall speak hereafter.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2007
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As ye have acknowledged us in part: You acknowledge us Ministers, you acknowledge our doctrine, you acknowledge Christ by us.As you have acknowledged us in part: You acknowledge us Ministers, you acknowledge our Doctrine, you acknowledge christ by us.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2008
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Now in the next place, when the Ministery doth this, it doth teach us that God is reconciled by the satisfaction of Christ,
Now in the next place, when the Ministry does this, it does teach us that God is reconciled by the satisfaction of christ,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2017
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How do these Corinthians acknowledge S. Paul in part? That we are your rejoycing, even as ye are ours, in the day of the Lord Jesus.
How do these Corinthians acknowledge S. Paul in part? That we Are your rejoicing, even as you Are ours, in the day of the Lord jesus.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2009
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You have acknowledged us, that [ we are your rejoycing; You have acknowledged us, that [ we Are your rejoicing;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2010
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] What is the meaning of that? You have acknowledged us, that you have cause to rejoyce much to the day of Judgment,] What is the meaning of that? You have acknowledged us, that you have cause to rejoice much to the day of Judgement,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2010
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and then you shall rejoyce to purpose, that ever I was your Apostle, that ever you had Grace to hearken to me;
and then you shall rejoice to purpose, that ever I was your Apostle, that ever you had Grace to harken to me;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2010
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that ever you had such a sincere down-right Apostle that would tell you the truth, and gain you to Christ. That we are your rejoycing.
that ever you had such a sincere downright Apostle that would tell you the truth, and gain you to christ. That we Are your rejoicing.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2010
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Whence we may observe, That A faithful Minister is the rejoycing of the people. Those people that are good, and have any grace in them, and not onely here,
Whence we may observe, That A faithful Minister is the rejoicing of the people. Those people that Are good, and have any grace in them, and not only Here,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2011
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but they will be so at the day of Judgment. Why? Because a faithful Minister brings to them him that is the cause of all joy;
but they will be so At the day of Judgement. Why? Because a faithful Minister brings to them him that is the cause of all joy;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2012
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him that is Isaac, laughter, Christ Jesus, at whose very birth there was a message of joy from heaven. him that is Isaac, laughter, christ jesus, At whose very birth there was a message of joy from heaven.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2014
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For all joy, and all glory, is originally, and fundamentally in God reconciled; that is certain:
For all joy, and all glory, is originally, and fundamentally in God reconciled; that is certain:
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2015
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there is our joy in God reconciled. For naturally, before God be reconciled, our hearts are full of confusion:
there is our joy in God reconciled. For naturally, before God be reconciled, our hearts Are full of confusion:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2015
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they are so far from joy and glory, that they are full of horrour.
they Are so Far from joy and glory, that they Are full of horror.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2015
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Now God is reconciled, by Christs satisfaction, and obedience, his full satisfaction, witnessed by his resurrection;
Now God is reconciled, by Christ satisfaction, and Obedience, his full satisfaction, witnessed by his resurrection;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2015
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and thereupon comes our glorying, to be in Christ, who hath brought us to be at one with God, with the God of glory:
and thereupon comes our glorying, to be in christ, who hath brought us to be At one with God, with the God of glory:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2015
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Blessed be God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, saith St. Peter, that hath begotten us to a lively hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, &c. Now we have a lively hope, we have a glorious hope, we may glorie in it, in the resurrection of Christ:Blessed be God the Father of our Lord jesus christ, Says Saint Peter, that hath begotten us to a lively hope through the resurrection of jesus christ, etc. Now we have a lively hope, we have a glorious hope, we may glory in it, in the resurrection of christ:
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2015
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considering that his resurrection is an evidence that the debt is paid, our surety being out of prison: he being risen again.
considering that his resurrection is an evidence that the debt is paid, our surety being out of prison: he being risen again.
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2015
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But all this must be opened to us, and offered to us, and applyed to us by the Ministery what Christ hath done,
But all this must be opened to us, and offered to us, and applied to us by the Ministry what christ hath done,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2016
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and what he will doe, it must be opend to us, and offered to us: to receive Christ thus graciously bringing us to God.
and what he will do, it must be opened to us, and offered to us: to receive christ thus graciously bringing us to God.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2016
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And faith must be wrought in us, to joyn us to Christ: and this is by the Ministery.
And faith must be wrought in us, to join us to christ: and this is by the Ministry.
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2016
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because there is nothing in the cause; I say, God will have men to be men.
Because there is nothing in the cause; I say, God will have men to be men.
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and teacheth the nature and offices of Christ, and the benefits we have by Christ, it unfolds the unsearchable riches of Christ. The Ministerie offers Christ:
and Teaches the nature and Offices of christ, and the benefits we have by christ, it unfolds the unsearchable riches of christ. The Ministry offers christ:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2017
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and God by his Spirit works Grace in the Ministerie, to believe, and to walk worthy of Christ.
and God by his Spirit works Grace in the Ministry, to believe, and to walk worthy of christ.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2017
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Hereupon comes glorying in the Ministery, in the preaching of Christ faithfully, crucified, and risen, and teaching us to walk worthy of Christ.
Hereupon comes glorying in the Ministry, in the preaching of christ faithfully, Crucified, and risen, and teaching us to walk worthy of christ.
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2017
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So it is not that any man should glory in the Minister for himself:
So it is not that any man should glory in the Minister for himself:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2018
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but in that he brings us to Christ which Christ brings us to God, in whom is all our glory.
but in that he brings us to christ which christ brings us to God, in whom is all our glory.
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2018
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So, we see the ground of it, how S. Paul was the rejoycing of the Corinthians, because he brought them to Christ.
So, we see the ground of it, how S. Paul was the rejoicing of the Corinthians, Because he brought them to christ.
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2018
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The Office of the Ministers is to be wooers, to make up the marriage between Christ, and Christians soules:
The Office of the Ministers is to be wooers, to make up the marriage between christ, and Christians Souls:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2019
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now herein is the rejoycing in a good Minister, when we are brought to Christ, and then see the riches of our husband unfolded by the Ministery; here is matter of joy:
now herein is the rejoicing in a good Minister, when we Are brought to christ, and then see the riches of our husband unfolded by the Ministry; Here is matter of joy:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2019
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especially at the day of Judgment;
especially At the day of Judgement;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2019
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then we shall joy indeed that ever we knew such a Minister, that ever we knew such a holy man, that was a means to bring us to Christ, and to God.
then we shall joy indeed that ever we knew such a Minister, that ever we knew such a holy man, that was a means to bring us to christ, and to God.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2019
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Hereupon it is that the Ministers are said to be a special gift of God, Ephes. 4. Christ when he ascended on high, he led captivity captive, & gave gifts to men:
Hereupon it is that the Ministers Are said to be a special gift of God, Ephesians 4. christ when he ascended on high, he led captivity captive, & gave Gifts to men:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2020
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What gifts? Some Apostles; some Prophets, some Pastors, some Teachers to the end of the world, What Gifts? some Apostles; Some prophets, Some Pastors, Some Teachers to the end of the world,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2020
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for the building of his Church. Christ when he went in triumph, after his Resurrection;for the building of his Church. christ when he went in triumph, After his Resurrection;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2020
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when in his Ascension he went triumphantly to heaven: (as the great Emperours, on the day of their Triumph, they scattered money,
when in his Ascension he went triumphantly to heaven: (as the great emperors, on the day of their Triumph, they scattered money,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2020
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so) he scattered gifts, and they were not mean gifts, money, and such trifling things:
so) he scattered Gifts, and they were not mean Gifts, money, and such trifling things:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2020
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but when he went in his Triumphant Chariot to heaven, he had no better gifts to leave to the world,
but when he went in his Triumphant Chariot to heaven, he had no better Gifts to leave to the world,
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2020
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then to give such kind of gifts as these; he left Ministers, Apostles, to found a Church;
then to give such kind of Gifts as these; he left Ministers, Apostles, to found a Church;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2020
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he left Pastors and Teachers to the end of the world. These were the gifts that Christ gave when he went in Triumph to heaven;
he left Pastors and Teachers to the end of the world. These were the Gifts that christ gave when he went in Triumph to heaven;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2020
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therefore well may they joy in the Ministers as a special gift of God.
Therefore well may they joy in the Ministers as a special gift of God.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2020
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So, there is a notable place, Jer. 3. 14, 15. there is a Promise, if they would turn to God,
So, there is a notable place, Jer. 3. 14, 15. there is a Promise, if they would turn to God,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2021
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and be a gracious people, what he would do, I will giveyou Pastors, according to my own heart,
and be a gracious people, what he would do, I will giveyou Pastors, according to my own heart,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2021
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and feed you with knowledge and understanding insinuating that it is a special blessing, it is a blessing above all blessings in this world; indeed, none comparable. and feed you with knowledge and understanding insinuating that it is a special blessing, it is a blessing above all blessings in this world; indeed, none comparable.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2021
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To live in a place where all solaces are, where all worldly contentments, yet to be there where the sound of the Gospel is not, where the best things are not, it is but a dead place.
To live in a place where all solaces Are, where all worldly contentment's, yet to be there where the found of the Gospel is not, where the best things Are not, it is but a dead place.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2021
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What is it to be fatted to destruction? what life to the life of Grace? and how is the life of grace begun and strengthened,
What is it to be fatted to destruction? what life to the life of Grace? and how is the life of grace begun and strengthened,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2021
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but by the meanes of salvation? When God gives Pastors according to his own heart, to feed his people, with understanding and judgment, it is a great blessing;
but by the means of salvation? When God gives Pastors according to his own heart, to feed his people, with understanding and judgement, it is a great blessing;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2021
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and so it is matter of rejoycing and glorying.
and so it is matter of rejoicing and glorying.
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2021
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For may not the soul reason thus? Who am I? that when thousands sit in darknesse,
For may not the soul reason thus? Who am I? that when thousands fit in darkness,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2021
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and in the shadow of death, God should send his Ambassadours to me, to offer Christ Jesus with all his riches to me:
and in the shadow of death, God should send his ambassadors to me, to offer christ jesus with all his riches to me:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2021
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and by his holy Spirit effect it, by such and such a Ministery working grace in me, to give me the first fruits of glory, the pledge of salvation, the beginning of grace here,
and by his holy Spirit Effect it, by such and such a Ministry working grace in me, to give me the First fruits of glory, the pledge of salvation, the beginning of grace Here,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2021
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when millions of other people sit in darknesse? Thus a Christian rejoyceth in God first,
when millions of other people fit in darkness? Thus a Christian Rejoiceth in God First,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2021
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and then rejoyceth in the Minister, he rejoyceth in every thing that is an occasion to bring him to heaven.
and then Rejoiceth in the Minister, he Rejoiceth in every thing that is an occasion to bring him to heaven.
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2021
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What is the reason God brings us to heaven by the Ministery of men, and doth not send Angels? or do all by his Spirit without help?
What is the reason God brings us to heaven by the Ministry of men, and does not send Angels? or do all by his Spirit without help?
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2022
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Amongst the rest this is one, he would have one to glory in another, he would tie one to another:
among the rest this is one, he would have one to glory in Another, he would tie one to Another:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2023
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therefore it ties one man to another this relation to see the need of Gods Ordinance.
Therefore it ties one man to Another this Relation to see the need of God's Ordinance.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2023
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And that people might rejoyce one in another as the gift of God: Therefore he calls man by man, to knit man to man:
And that people might rejoice one in Another as the gift of God: Therefore he calls man by man, to knit man to man:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2023
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And that they may see Gods love to them in men.
And that they may see God's love to them in men.
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2023
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They saw Christs love to them in S. Paul: Saint Paul saw Christs love to him in them, in their obedience:
They saw Christ love to them in S. Paul: Saint Paul saw Christ love to him in them, in their Obedience:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2023
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this is the reason that God useth men to call men. Therefore those that neglect the Ordinance of God;
this is the reason that God uses men to call men. Therefore those that neglect the Ordinance of God;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2023
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let them never think of glory by Christ, that glory not in the Minister that brings them to Christ.
let them never think of glory by christ, that glory not in the Minister that brings them to christ.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2024
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And thy Word that hath promised regard and respect to humble sinners that rep• … t,
And thy Word that hath promised regard and respect to humble Sinners that rep• … tO,
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore, 2 Cor. 5. 19. they are excellently joyned together, God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself.
Therefore, 2 Cor. 5. 19. they Are excellently joined together, God was in christ reconciling the world to himself.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2024
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What then? what need the Ministery? if God be reconciled to the world in Christ, God is mercifull, and Christ dyed; and there is an end:
What then? what need the Ministry? if God be reconciled to the world in christ, God is merciful, and christ died; and there is an end:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2024
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No, he hath put, to us Apostles, and after us, to Pastors and Teachers, the Word of reconciliation:
No, he hath put, to us Apostles, and After us, to Pastors and Teachers, the Word of reconciliation:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2024
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and we as Ambassadours intreat you in Christs stead to be reconciled to God. and we as ambassadors entreat you in Christ stead to be reconciled to God.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2024
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So there is no word of reconciliation effectual to any, but we must have the efficacy of it by Ambassage, it must be offered by the Ministery.
So there is no word of reconciliation effectual to any, but we must have the efficacy of it by Ambassage, it must be offered by the Ministry.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2024
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This Ministery contemned by the world must be the meanes to bring us to Christ;
This Ministry contemned by the world must be the means to bring us to christ;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2025
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we have no benefit brought to us from God unlesse it be by the Word of reconciliation.
we have no benefit brought to us from God unless it be by the Word of reconciliation.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2025
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Neglect the Word, neglect reconciliation it self:
Neglect the Word, neglect reconciliation it self:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2025
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Therefore it is called The Word of the Kingdom, the Word of Grace, the Word of life, insinuating, that if we neglect the Word unfolded by Gods Ordinance in the Church, we neglect Grace, we neglect life, we neglect Kingdome and all,
Therefore it is called The Word of the Kingdom, the Word of Grace, the Word of life, insinuating, that if we neglect the Word unfolded by God's Ordinance in the Church, we neglect Grace, we neglect life, we neglect Kingdom and all,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2025
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because we see they are joyned together. I will not be long in this point in this place.
Because we see they Are joined together. I will not be long in this point in this place.
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Onely this, when God doth vouchsafe any abroad wheresoever, or to any of us to partake of his Ordinance in an effectual holy manner, to joy in it.
Only this, when God does vouchsafe any abroad wheresoever, or to any of us to partake of his Ordinance in an effectual holy manner, to joy in it.
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As Solomon saith, Prov. 19. 14. Inheritance comes by parents, but a good Wife is the gift of God:
As Solomon Says, Curae 19. 14. Inheritance comes by Parents, but a good Wife is the gift of God:
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So a good Minister or a true Christian friend is the gift of God that he bestowes on men, a speciall gift,
So a good Minister or a true Christian friend is the gift of God that he bestows on men, a special gift,
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because it is in order to eternall happinesse, it is such a gift as Christ gave when he ascended into heaven.
Because it is in order to Eternal happiness, it is such a gift as christ gave when he ascended into heaven.
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So much for that point, We are your rejoycing. As also ye are ours.
So much for that point, We Are your rejoicing. As also you Are ours.
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There is an entercourse of joy, we are your rejoycing, and ye are ours in the day of the Lord.
There is an intercourse of joy, we Are your rejoicing, and you Are ours in the day of the Lord.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How were they S. Paul's rejoycing?
How were they S. Paul's rejoicing?
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They were St. Saul's rejoycing, as they were gained to God, and to Christ by his Ministery;
They were Saint Saul's rejoicing, as they were gained to God, and to christ by his Ministry;
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when he looked on them, he looked on them as people given him by God.
when he looked on them, he looked on them as people given him by God.
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As God said to him of them in the ship when they suffered shipwrack, I have given thee all their lives.
As God said to him of them in the ship when they suffered shipwreck, I have given thee all their lives.
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he could not present them to his thoughts, but he thought of them as matter of joy;
he could not present them to his thoughts, but he Thought of them as matter of joy;
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It was a great honour to Saint Paul, that God should give him the lives of all that were in the ship:
It was a great honour to Saint Paul, that God should give him the lives of all that were in the ship:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but more honour that God gave him so many souls: Thou shalt have the honour of saving so many souls.
but more honour that God gave him so many Souls: Thou shalt have the honour of Saving so many Souls.
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Therefore they were his rejoycing (in the day of the Lord especially, but) now they were his rejoycing,
Therefore they were his rejoicing (in the day of the Lord especially, but) now they were his rejoicing,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because by faith he apprehended that they should be his special rejoycing, when he and they should stand together before the Judgement-seat of Christ.
Because by faith he apprehended that they should be his special rejoicing, when he and they should stand together before the Judgement-seat of christ.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For faith makes things to come present: Ye are our rejoycing; because you shall be our rejoycing then more especially.
For faith makes things to come present: You Are our rejoicing; Because you shall be our rejoicing then more especially.
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This is the nature of faith to present things absent.
This is the nature of faith to present things absent.
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For Blessed St. Paul now in heaven, when at the day of judgement he shall stand before Christ withall the rank about him, of Corinthians, Ephesians, Philippians, &c. and all the Churches he converted;
For Blessed Saint Paul now in heaven, when At the day of judgement he shall stand before christ withal the rank about him, of Corinthians, Ephesians, Philippians, etc. and all the Churches he converted;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when he shall be environed with them, as so many brought in triumph under the Kingdome of Christ,
when he shall be environed with them, as so many brought in triumph under the Kingdom of christ,
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and pulled from the bondage of Satan:
and pulled from the bondage of Satan:
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as what a world of people did he bring to God, what triumph did he make over Satan and the corruption of men bringing men into captivity to Christ? When all these shall be set before him;
as what a world of people did he bring to God, what triumph did he make over Satan and the corruption of men bringing men into captivity to christ? When all these shall be Set before him;
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what a glory will this be for holy St. Paul, when he shall look on all these blessed people as conquered and brought under Christs government by him? And so for all the Apostles, St. Peter and the rest.
what a glory will this be for holy Saint Paul, when he shall look on all these blessed people as conquered and brought under Christ government by him? And so for all the Apostles, Saint Peter and the rest.
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And so for every Minister, when he shall say, Here I am and the soules that thou hast given me;
And so for every Minister, when he shall say, Here I am and the Souls that thou hast given me;
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thou hast honoured me so much as to be an instrument to gain them to Christ to bring them to Heaven, a special glorie.
thou hast honoured me so much as to be an Instrument to gain them to christ to bring them to Heaven, a special glory.
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The point of Doctrine, or truth I observe hence is this, That The Peoples proficiencie in Grace, is the Ministers joy.
The point of Doctrine, or truth I observe hence is this, That The Peoples proficiency in Grace, is the Ministers joy.
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The peoples good estate in Grace is the Ministers joy and will be, especially after at the day of judgment:
The peoples good estate in Grace is the Ministers joy and will be, especially After At the day of judgement:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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ye are our rejoycing. As he saith, Philip. 4. Ye are our crown, and our glory. you Are our rejoicing. As he Says, Philip. 4. You Are our crown, and our glory.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And so, 2 Thess. 2. What is our crown, and rejoycing? is it not you?
And so, 2 Thess 2. What is our crown, and rejoicing? is it not you?
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In every Epistle almost, those good and gracious people, he makes them his hope, and joy, and crown, and rejoycing. In what sense?
In every Epistle almost, those good and gracious people, he makes them his hope, and joy, and crown, and rejoicing. In what sense?
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Because they were the objective matter of his joy: when he looked on them, he looked on such as yielded him comfort;
Because they were the objective matter of his joy: when he looked on them, he looked on such as yielded him Comfort;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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here be the people that God hath honoured me to do much good unto. He could not think of them but as the object of his rejoycing;
Here be the people that God hath honoured me to do much good unto. He could not think of them but as the Object of his rejoicing;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the word is Canchema, our rejoycing, that God had given them to him to bring to heaven.
the word is Canchema, our rejoicing, that God had given them to him to bring to heaven.
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Love descends we know, and the workman looks upon his work with a kind of complacencie.
Love descends we know, and the workman looks upon his work with a kind of complacency.
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Saint Paul could not look upon those that he was used as a blessed Instrument to doc good upon without a speciall kind of delight.
Saint Paul could not look upon those that he was used as a blessed Instrument to doc good upon without a special kind of delight.
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They were the object matter of his joy.
They were the Object matter of his joy.
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Then again, they were not onely the matter of his joy and rejoycing, presenting to his soule comfortable considerations:
Then again, they were not only the matter of his joy and rejoicing, presenting to his soul comfortable considerations:
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but also they were some meanes to increase his joy in Heaven:
but also they were Some means to increase his joy in Heaven:
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for Those that convert soules, shall shine as the starres in the Firmament, Dan. 12. Those that are honoured of God so farre as to bring souls to God, they shall shine as the stars in the Firmament:
for Those that convert Souls, shall shine as the Stars in the Firmament, Dan. 12. Those that Are honoured of God so Far as to bring Souls to God, they shall shine as the Stars in the Firmament:
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especially those that convert souls shall have a degree of honour above others: though the substantial glory be by Christ.
especially those that convert Souls shall have a degree of honour above Others: though the substantial glory be by christ.
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It is not to be denyed, that the accidental increased glory comes by the increase of the fruit of the Ministery:
It is not to be denied, that the accidental increased glory comes by the increase of the fruit of the Ministry:
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and so Christians, those that are fruitfull Christians, that do much good, they shall have much glory.
and so Christians, those that Are fruitful Christians, that do much good, they shall have much glory.
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Saint Paul shall have more rejoycing then others that did not so much good as he, Ye are our rejoycing; because you shall be a means of my greater rejoycing:
Saint Paul shall have more rejoicing then Others that did not so much good as he, You Are our rejoicing; Because you shall be a means of my greater rejoicing:
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they were the object of his joy, and the means of his joy.
they were the Object of his joy, and the means of his joy.
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Then in the third place, they were his rejoycing, because they were the seal of his Ministery, that he was a sound Minister.
Then in the third place, they were his rejoicing, Because they were the seal of his Ministry, that he was a found Minister.
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How was it known whether Saint Paul were a good Minister or no? Behold his works:
How was it known whither Saint Paul were a good Minister or no? Behold his works:
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see how he wrought on such, and such people, how many he gained to God.
see how he wrought on such, and such people, how many he gained to God.
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When he looked on them, he looked on them as a seal of his Ministery, that he was a good Minister,
When he looked on them, he looked on them as a seal of his Ministry, that he was a good Minister,
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and in that regard they were his rejoycing.
and in that regard they were his rejoicing.
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And in some regard likewise in the fourth place, that their gaining was an evidence to his soul that he was a good man.
And in Some regard likewise in the fourth place, that their gaining was an evidence to his soul that he was a good man.
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Ordinarily (though God convert men by ill men, as Judas no question might convert some,
Ordinarily (though God convert men by ill men, as Judas no question might convert Some,
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yet) for the most part God honours his servants; and he that is heat himself can kindle another.
yet) for the most part God honours his Servants; and he that is heat himself can kindle Another.
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Those that are not heat with grace, they cannot speak of the efficacy and power of the things they feel not in their own hearts, as others do:
Those that Are not heat with grace, they cannot speak of the efficacy and power of the things they feel not in their own hearts, as Others do:
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therefore no question but it comforted him in the state of Christianity, that God honoured him to be a means to bring others in to Christ.
Therefore no question but it comforted him in the state of Christianity, that God honoured him to be a means to bring Others in to christ.
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So in many respects the peoples goodnesse is the Ministers joy. If this be so;
So in many respects the peoples Goodness is the Ministers joy. If this be so;
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Let those that are under the Ministery not deny themselves that comfort, or the Ministers that joy, to be good.
Let those that Are under the Ministry not deny themselves that Comfort, or the Ministers that joy, to be good.
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There are many poysonful, spightful spirits that are in love with damnation, that will cherish the corruptions of their naughty nature, in spight of God and all.
There Are many poisonful, spiteful spirits that Are in love with damnation, that will cherish the corruptions of their naughty nature, in spite of God and all.
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Rather then they will acknowledge to be wrought on by such and such, to be their children, they will be as they are;
Rather then they will acknowledge to be wrought on by such and such, to be their children, they will be as they Are;
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they will be broken in a thousand pieces before they will bend to any Minister, upon such weak resolutions to yield to a poor Ordinance of man:
they will be broken in a thousand Pieces before they will bend to any Minister, upon such weak resolutions to yield to a poor Ordinance of man:
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here is the devillish pride and poyson of mans corrupt nature:
Here is the devilish pride and poison of men corrupt nature:
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Can we set light by that, but that at the same time we must set light by our own comfort, and salvation?
Can we Set Light by that, but that At the same time we must Set Light by our own Comfort, and salvation?
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How were the Corinthians Saint Paul's joy? were they not their own joy first? they were matter of joy to S. Paul, because he saw he had gained them to Christ: the good was especially theirs;
How were the Corinthians Saint Paul's joy? were they not their own joy First? they were matter of joy to S. Paul, Because he saw he had gained them to christ: the good was especially theirs;
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it reflected on him onely by consideration. When he looked on them he was comforted; but they were more comforted a great deal:
it reflected on him only by consideration. When he looked on them he was comforted; but they were more comforted a great deal:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they had more comfort in his rejoycing then he: his was but by reflexion of their goodnesse, a comfort that came by consideration;
they had more Comfort in his rejoicing then he: his was but by reflection of their Goodness, a Comfort that Come by consideration;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they had the main comfort of their goodnesse.
they had the main Comfort of their Goodness.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is little comfort for any to carry themselves so, as that those that are over them in Christ Jesus,
It is little Comfort for any to carry themselves so, as that those that Are over them in christ jesus,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when they think of them, can but sigh, when they hear their blasphemies, when they cannot so much as gain of them to leave courses that the very light of nature condemnes:
when they think of them, can but sighs, when they hear their Blasphemies, when they cannot so much as gain of them to leave courses that the very Light of nature condemns:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the filthy discoveries of a rotten heart, their vile words, and their offensive carriage, can this be a grief to the Minister,
the filthy discoveries of a rotten heart, their vile words, and their offensive carriage, can this be a grief to the Minister,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and not for the damnation of their soules together? And they shall find it a heavy,
and not for the damnation of their Souls together? And they shall find it a heavy,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and bitter thing to grieve the Spirit of God in others, as well as they wound their own conscience; both are joyned together.
and bitter thing to grieve the Spirit of God in Others, as well as they wound their own conscience; both Are joined together.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And the sonne shall curse the father;
And the son shall curse the father;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What a happinesse is this, that the more a man is interessed in the good of another man, the more glory,
What a happiness is this, that the more a man is interested in the good of Another man, the more glory,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if he be a meanes of any good in him? he shall have good, and you shall have glory.
if he be a means of any good in him? he shall have good, and you shall have glory.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The best things in nature are communicative, and diffusive: the Sun gives light to the whole world:
The best things in nature Are communicative, and diffusive: the Sun gives Light to the Whole world:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so the best man is most fruitful, and communicative, he labours to gain all men by his acquaintance:
so the best man is most fruitful, and communicative, he labours to gain all men by his acquaintance:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He knowes this, that he is not for himself, he is reedeemed for the honour of Christ:
He knows this, that he is not for himself, he is reedeemed for the honour of christ:
pns31 vvz d, cst pns31 vbz xx p-acp px31, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1:
(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then he knows that anothers good will be my glory, it will increase my glory,
And then he knows that another's good will be my glory, it will increase my glory,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and be the object of my glory.
and be the Object of my glory.
cc vbb dt n1 pp-f po11 n1.
(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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On the contrary, we see a company of wretched, despicable creatures, (let their outward estate be as glorious as it will:
On the contrary, we see a company of wretched, despicable creatures, (let their outward estate be as glorious as it will:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but I speak of them as Christian eyes judge and esteem of them,) that draw others on to the same course with them:
but I speak of them as Christian eyes judge and esteem of them,) that draw Others on to the same course with them:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if they be blasphemers themselves, they glory to make others so: if they be given to sensuality, they labour to make others sottish as themselves:
if they be blasphemers themselves, they glory to make Others so: if they be given to sensuality, they labour to make Others sottish as themselves:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if they be given to filthinesse, they draw others to communion with themselves.
if they be given to filthiness, they draw Others to communion with themselves.
cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vvb n2-jn p-acp n1 p-acp px32.
(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Well, will these people be much for their rejoycing in the day of the Lord, think you? what will they do when they think of others, such as they have neglected altogether, that God gave them charge of? The very thought of them instead of making them rejoyce, it will make them astonished.
Well, will these people be much for their rejoicing in the day of the Lord, think you? what will they do when they think of Others, such as they have neglected altogether, that God gave them charge of? The very Thought of them instead of making them rejoice, it will make them astonished.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I betrayed his soul, he was my friend, or my servant, I let him live in such sins.
I betrayed his soul, he was my friend, or my servant, I let him live in such Sins.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Good neglected will torment us hereafter. But then ill infused; by example, and by word, I poysoned him:
Good neglected will torment us hereafter. But then ill infused; by Exampl, and by word, I poisoned him:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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suppose I have repented my self, but perhaps the person that I have drawn to communion in my sin, hath not repented:
suppose I have repented my self, but perhaps the person that I have drawn to communion in my since, hath not repented:
vvb pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, cc-acp av dt n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po11 n1, vhz xx vvn:
(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what a torment will this consideration be? Good neglected will be matter of torment, much more evil infused, poyson infused.
what a torment will this consideration be? Good neglected will be matter of torment, much more evil infused, poison infused.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When we shall see at the day of Judgment, instead of a company that we have gained to God,
When we shall see At the day of Judgement, instead of a company that we have gained to God,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and been a meanes to further their salvation, we shall see a company that we have infected with our ill example, and our evil perswasions;
and been a means to further their salvation, we shall see a company that we have infected with our ill Exampl, and our evil persuasions;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this will be in hell an increase of torment. One will curse another, and say, You brought me hither.
this will be in hell an increase of torment. One will curse Another, and say, You brought me hither.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The father will curse the sonne; To get riches for you I crackt my conscience, and lost my soul:
The father will curse the son; To get riches for you I cracked my conscience, and lost my soul:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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By your riches that you lost me, I lived a base, and sensual life, whereas perhaps I might have trusted to my good endeavours otherwise: so here shall be cursing.
By your riches that you lost me, I lived a base, and sensual life, whereas perhaps I might have trusted to my good endeavours otherwise: so Here shall be cursing.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The friend shall curse his friend; You might have told me of this, you strengthened me in evil courses.
The friend shall curse his friend; You might have told me of this, you strengthened me in evil courses.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As it will be our glory when we shall see such and such, as God hath used as instruments to do good unto;
As it will be our glory when we shall see such and such, as God hath used as Instruments to do good unto;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so it will be a torment indeed to think, Such and such I neglected, and betrayed; such and such I corrupted.
so it will be a torment indeed to think, Such and such I neglected, and betrayed; such and such I corrupted.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I beseech you therefore take heed of it.
I beseech you Therefore take heed of it.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And would you have matter of joy in this world, that should joy you when nothing else will joy you? (as Saine Paul was in affliction oft,) what comforted Saint Paul? First, his own conscience, that he was a good Christian,
And would you have matter of joy in this world, that should joy you when nothing Else will joy you? (as Sane Paul was in affliction oft,) what comforted Saint Paul? First, his own conscience, that he was a good Christian,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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an heir of heaven, a good Apostle: but when he wanted joy, what would he do? when he had no liberty,
an heir of heaven, a good Apostle: but when he wanted joy, what would he do? when he had no liberty,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but was imprisoned, when he had nothing; then; he considered.
but was imprisoned, when he had nothing; then; he considered.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How hath Christ dignified me to do good to others? this honouring of him to do this, it comforted him more then all his imprisonment,
How hath christ dignified me to do good to Others? this honouring of him to do this, it comforted him more then all his imprisonment,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and abasement, and reproaches could discourage him;
and abasement, and Reproaches could discourage him;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the conceit that God did use him as an honourable instrument for his honour and service, to do good to others.
the conceit that God did use him as an honourable Instrument for his honour and service, to do good to Others.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So the testimony of our Conscience, that God hath used us to do good to others;
So the testimony of our Conscience, that God hath used us to do good to Others;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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not onely to make me to gain heaven, but to be an instrument to gain others, this will comfort us in the world, come what will.
not only to make me to gain heaven, but to be an Instrument to gain Others, this will Comfort us in the world, come what will.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This should stirre up those that have to deal with the soules of others, (not only Ministers,
This should stir up those that have to deal with the Souls of Others, (not only Ministers,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but all others,) that have any committed to them, that they should labour to make them good, to work upon them for the good of their soules, that they may have them as matter,
but all Others,) that have any committed to them, that they should labour to make them good, to work upon them for the good of their Souls, that they may have them as matter,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and objects of their joy at that day.
and objects of their joy At that day.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If they do not (as I said) when they are presented to them as persons whom they have neglected and betrayed negligently for want of instruction, and reformation of their lives;
If they do not (as I said) when they Are presented to them as Persons whom they have neglected and betrayed negligently for want of instruction, and Reformation of their lives;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and as persons whom they have infected with their ill example, which is worse:
and as Persons whom they have infected with their ill Exampl, which is Worse:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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alas, what matter of horrour will they be? They will not say of them as S. Paul saith here, You are my joy, and my crown, and my glory;
alas, what matter of horror will they be? They will not say of them as S. Paul Says Here, You Are my joy, and my crown, and my glory;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but they will be matter of horrour:
but they will be matter of horror:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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these be they that I havs betrayed, and neglected, and infected, and brought to hell, to this cursed condition with my self.
these be they that I havs betrayed, and neglected, and infected, and brought to hell, to this cursed condition with my self.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It will be an increase of the torments of hell at that day, all those whom we have hurt any kind of way.
It will be an increase of the torments of hell At that day, all those whom we have hurt any kind of Way.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But what shall it be then of those that have opposed goodnesse? that have not only betrayed others by neglect;
But what shall it be then of those that have opposed Goodness? that have not only betrayed Others by neglect;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but have maligned good where they have seen it? what will become of them, that are so far from making others good, that they have despighted the Image of God in others,
but have maligned good where they have seen it? what will become of them, that Are so Far from making Others good, that they have despited the Image of God in Others,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and have exercised their bitternesse upon Christ in his members and Ministers?. To adde one thing more:
and have exercised their bitterness upon christ in his members and Ministers?. To add one thing more:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What! these Corinthians, that had so many abuses, and such weaknesses, were they the matter of S. Paul's joy? Yes;
What! these Corinthians, that had so many Abuses, and such Weaknesses, were they the matter of S. Paul's joy? Yes;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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why, therefore people must take heed how they leave Churches that have corruptions in them. Schisme oft-times is a greater fault, then the fault upon which they pretend separation:
why, Therefore people must take heed how they leave Churches that have corruptions in them. Schism ofttimes is a greater fault, then the fault upon which they pretend separation:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the things for which they pretend a rent, are not so great a fault in the Church,
the things for which they pretend a rend, Are not so great a fault in the Church,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as the want of Charity in them to do so.
as the want of Charity in them to do so.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If Saint Paul would have taken occasion to leave them, what good occasion had he? alas,
If Saint Paul would have taken occasion to leave them, what good occasion had he? alas,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how many corruptions had they in doctrine, and in manners too? but yet notwithstanding as ill as they were, he saw what good was in them,
how many corruptions had they in Doctrine, and in manners too? but yet notwithstanding as ill as they were, he saw what good was in them,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and looked not to the evil: he knew that God would perfect the good things that were in them;
and looked not to the evil: he knew that God would perfect the good things that were in them;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and, saith he, (notwithstanding all their infirmities,) I see you were ready to reform when I wrote an Epistle to you,
and, Says he, (notwithstanding all their infirmities,) I see you were ready to reform when I wrote an Epistle to you,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore I doubt not but you will be our rejoycing. In the day of the Lord Jesus. This is the time;
Therefore I doubt not but you will be our rejoicing. In the day of the Lord jesus. This is the time;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2054
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it must be taken inclusively, I am your rejoycing, and you are mine, to the day of the Lord Jesus,
it must be taken inclusively, I am your rejoicing, and you Are mine, to the day of the Lord jesus,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2055
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and in the day of the Lord, so he means here. It is laid as a ground here, That Jesus Christ hath a Day.
and in the day of the Lord, so he means Here. It is laid as a ground Here, That jesus christ hath a Day.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is his day by way of eminency, and excellency. Jesus Christ hath many dayes, two especially: It is his day by Way of eminency, and excellency. jesus christ hath many days, two especially:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2056
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The day of his first coming, and the day of his second coming.
The day of his First coming, and the day of his second coming.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2056
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The first coming of Christ was the day of the Gospel, when he came to work our salvation:
The First coming of christ was the day of the Gospel, when he Come to work our salvation:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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His second coming is to accomplish our salvation.
His second coming is to accomplish our salvation.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In his first day he came to be humbled, and to be judged, to be a sacrifice for us:
In his First day he Come to be humbled, and to be judged, to be a sacrifice for us:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In his second, he is to come gloriously to judge the quick and the dead. In the first, he came to gain a Church to himself;
In his second, he is to come gloriously to judge the quick and the dead. In the First, he Come to gain a Church to himself;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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by his second he shall come to accomplish the Marriage: now is the contract.
by his second he shall come to accomplish the Marriage: now is the contract.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is the Sabbath, after the six dayes of this life the day of the Lord shall appear, the Sabbath day, the day of Jubilee, the solemnization of the marriage, the solemn triumph over all enemies.
There is the Sabbath, After the six days of this life the day of the Lord shall appear, the Sabbath day, the day of Jubilee, the solemnization of the marriage, the solemn triumph over all enemies.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The first day was to save our soules, especially from the thraldome of sin and Satan:
The First day was to save our Souls, especially from the thraldom of since and Satan:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The second day, this that we speak of here, shall be to save our bodies from the rottennesse and corruption in which they have lien rotting in the grave till that day of Christ.
The second day, this that we speak of Here, shall be to save our bodies from the rottenness and corruption in which they have lain rotting in the grave till that day of christ.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As he raised his own body, so at that day he shall raise our bodies,
As he raised his own body, so At that day he shall raise our bodies,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2056
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and make them like his glorious body. That is the main Day, the Day of all daies:
and make them like his glorious body. That is the main Day, the Day of all days:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2056
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for then he will come to accomplish all: that day shall never have a night, it shall be day for ever.
for then he will come to accomplish all: that day shall never have a night, it shall be day for ever.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2056
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As the Cloud that went before the Israelites to Canaan, that side toward the Egyptians was dark,
As the Cloud that went before the Israelites to Canaan, that side towards the egyptians was dark,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2057
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but the other side was lightsome toward the Israelites: so this day, it shall be a dark day;
but the other side was lightsome towards the Israelites: so this day, it shall be a dark day;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2057
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it shall be both a day of vengeance, and a day of glory. Saint Paul saith here, You shall be my rejoycing, and I yours at that day:
it shall be both a day of vengeance, and a day of glory. Saint Paul Says Here, You shall be my rejoicing, and I yours At that day:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2057
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but those that do not believe the Gospel, and obey the Ministery of it, it shall not be a day of rejoycing to them.
but those that do not believe the Gospel, and obey the Ministry of it, it shall not be a day of rejoicing to them.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2058
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It shall be a glorious day when all other glory shall vanish, all other glory in the world shall be eclipsed;
It shall be a glorious day when all other glory shall vanish, all other glory in the world shall be eclipsed;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2058
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even as the Starres are not seen when the Sun appeares in the firmament.
even as the Stars Are not seen when the Sun appears in the firmament.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2058
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All the glory at that day shall be the glory of Christ, and of his Church.
All the glory At that day shall be the glory of christ, and of his Church.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2058
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To omit other things that may be spoken out of other places of Scripture, the Point I will observe hence is this, That The measure of a Christians rejoycing in this world in any thing, it is the Consideration of what it will be at the great Day of Judgment.
To omit other things that may be spoken out of other places of Scripture, the Point I will observe hence is this, That The measure of a Christians rejoicing in this world in any thing, it is the Consideration of what it will be At the great Day of Judgement.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2058
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I say, the rule whereby a Christian judgeth things, and that measure whereby a Christian measures things, to be thus, I say, the Rule whereby a Christian Judgeth things, and that measure whereby a Christian measures things, to be thus,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2059
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or thus in their excellency, and worth, it is as they will be esteemed at that day of the Lord Jesus Christ.
or thus in their excellency, and worth, it is as they will be esteemed At that day of the Lord jesus christ.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2059
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Here S. Paul saith, I am your rejoycing, and you are ours at the day of the Lord Jesus:
Here S. Paul Says, I am your rejoicing, and you Are ours At the day of the Lord jesus:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2059
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What? is this a vain glorying to commend him, Oh he is a worthy learned Rabbi, a great learned Apostle:
What? is this a vain glorying to commend him, O he is a worthy learned Rabbi, a great learned Apostle:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2059
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and then that they were such, and such people? No, no, They had grace wrought in them;
and then that they were such, and such people? No, no, They had grace wrought in them;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2059
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and S. Paul saw such evidences of grace in them, that at that day they should look upon Christ with boldnesse,
and S. Paul saw such evidences of grace in them, that At that day they should look upon christ with boldness,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2059
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because they were sincerely gained to the Gospel.
Because they were sincerely gained to the Gospel.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2059
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So then this must be the rule of the worth of any thing, to esteem it as it will be then at that day;
So then this must be the Rule of the worth of any thing, to esteem it as it will be then At that day;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2059
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which is a day when all our estates will be determined of for eternal happinesse, or eternal misery. To explain it a little.
which is a day when all our estates will be determined of for Eternal happiness, or Eternal misery. To explain it a little.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2059
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We do not value things of short continuance, because they are short, as flowers that are fresh in the morning, and cast away at night;
We do not valve things of short Continuance, Because they Are short, as flowers that Are fresh in the morning, and cast away At night;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2061
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but we esteem things that will hold out:
but we esteem things that will hold out:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2061
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so our rejoycing, and glory, and comfort, we should consider of it how it will hold out, Riches avail not in the day of wrath.
so our rejoicing, and glory, and Comfort, we should Consider of it how it will hold out, Riches avail not in the day of wrath.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2061
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Things have that degree of goodnesse or evil in them, they have that degree of vanity,
Things have that degree of Goodness or evil in them, they have that degree of vanity,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2061
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or seriousnesse, as they will stand out at that day.
or seriousness, as they will stand out At that day.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2061
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What are riches in the day of wrath, even in this world? what will riches be then at the day of the Lord Jesus? Therefore a Christian values them not, they are not the good of a Christian;
What Are riches in the day of wrath, even in this world? what will riches be then At the day of the Lord jesus? Therefore a Christian value's them not, they Are not the good of a Christian;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2061
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he esteems not the applause of men: and pleasures are nothing, they are momentany, they avail not when conscience is awaked:
he esteems not the applause of men: and pleasures Are nothing, they Are momentany, they avail not when conscience is awaked:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2061
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They leave a man, and not onely so, but they leave a sting behind them. If all the good things in the world will stand us in no stead then,
They leave a man, and not only so, but they leave a sting behind them. If all the good things in the world will stand us in no stead then,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then what will the sins do that thou hast made so much of? what will the sins do that thou hast betrayed and damned thy soul for? thy filthinesse,
then what will the Sins do that thou hast made so much of? what will the Sins do that thou hast betrayed and damned thy soul for? thy filthiness,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2062
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and thy betraying of goodnesse, what will that do? How wilt thou look the Judge in the face,
and thy betraying of Goodness, what will that do? How wilt thou look the Judge in the face,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2062
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when as nothing in the world that is excellent will hold out, and avail at that day?
when as nothing in the world that is excellent will hold out, and avail At that day?
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2062
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But what then will avail at that day when Christ shall come to judge both the quick and the dead?
But what then will avail At that day when christ shall come to judge both the quick and the dead?
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2063
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Why, this, That thou hast submitted thy self to acknowledge Christ as thy King, and thy Priest, and thy Prophet:
Why, this, That thou hast submitted thy self to acknowledge christ as thy King, and thy Priest, and thy Prophet:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2064
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The Corinthians were S. Paul's joy now, because he knew they should be his main rejoycing then.
The Corinthians were S. Paul's joy now, Because he knew they should be his main rejoicing then.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2070
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Here in this Verse he shewes what his intention was: My intention was to come to you.
Here in this Verse he shows what his intention was: My intention was to come to you.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and by means of the Ministery thou hast been wrought on, and the work of the new creature is begun in thee, true and sincere grace that thou darest look on Christ, that thou art in the state of grace, this will comfort thee in the day of Judgment.
and by means of the Ministry thou hast been wrought on, and the work of the new creature is begun in thee, true and sincere grace that thou Darest look on christ, that thou art in the state of grace, this will Comfort thee in the day of Judgement.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2064
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By this you may discern who take the wisest course; he that measures his life by a right measure and rule:
By this you may discern who take the Wisest course; he that measures his life by a right measure and Rule:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2065
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who judgeth aright of persons and things? he judgeth aright of things, that values, and labours to interest himself in those things that will comfort him in this world,
who Judgeth aright of Persons and things? he Judgeth aright of things, that value's, and labours to Interest himself in those things that will Comfort him in this world,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2065
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and stand by him in the world to come: he hath a right judgment, and esteem of things. What be those things?
and stand by him in the world to come: he hath a right judgement, and esteem of things. What be those things?
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2065
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Grace, a holy, humble, gracious, believing carriage, and disposition:
Grace, a holy, humble, gracious, believing carriage, and disposition:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2067
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when a man gives himself to Christ, and renounceth the world, and sees the vanity of all things but the estate of Christianity, he hath those things in some little measure that shall be perfected at that day.
when a man gives himself to christ, and Renounceth the world, and sees the vanity of all things but the estate of Christianity, he hath those things in Some little measure that shall be perfected At that day.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2067
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Who take the wisest course, those that seek to please the humour of men, those that seek to feed their own corruptions,
Who take the Wisest course, those that seek to please the humour of men, those that seek to feed their own corruptions,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2067
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and the corruptions of others, those that will have some present glory in the flesh? I but what will they have at the day of the Lord Jesus? Surely, those that labour to approve themselves in sincerity and truth to Christ Jesus in all things:
and the corruptions of Others, those that will have Some present glory in the Flesh? I but what will they have At the day of the Lord jesus? Surely, those that labour to approve themselves in sincerity and truth to christ jesus in all things:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2067
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and so that they may approve their hearts to him, they care not what the world judgeth of them;
and so that they may approve their hearts to him, they care not what the world Judgeth of them;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2067
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as Saint Paul saith, I passe not what ye judge of me.
as Saint Paul Says, I pass not what you judge of me.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2067
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If there be a day of the Lord, when he shall be Judge, then those are the wisest and the best courses that will hold out at that Day.
If there be a day of the Lord, when he shall be Judge, then those Are the Wisest and the best courses that will hold out At that Day.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2067
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And those that will not, we shall be ashamed of them all.
And those that will not, we shall be ashamed of them all.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2067
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And that is the reason that many men of excellent parts and endowments are comfortlesse in the time of temptation:
And that is the reason that many men of excellent parts and endowments Are comfortless in the time of temptation:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2068
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they did not think to do things with reference to Christ, in sincerity to please him:
they did not think to do things with Referente to christ, in sincerity to please him:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2068
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fot then they might old up their heads at that day.
fot then they might old up their Heads At that day.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2068
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There is a great deal of Atheisme in our hearts, we frame our courses to present contentments, by reason that we have little belief for the time to come.
There is a great deal of Atheism in our hearts, we frame our courses to present contentment's, by reason that we have little belief for the time to come.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2069
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I beseech you, let us often have in our thoughts the second coming of Christ. The best things are behind, our chief rejoycing is behind:
I beseech you, let us often have in our thoughts the second coming of christ. The best things Are behind, our chief rejoicing is behind:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2070
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our rejoycing now is our hope that we shall rejoyce then.
our rejoicing now is our hope that we shall rejoice then.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2070
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when the Minister reacheth the bread, he reacheth his body.
when the Minister reaches the bred, he reaches his body.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2074
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If we rejoyce in any thing now, let it be that our names are written in heaven, in the testimony of our conscience that we are Gods, that our hearts are wrought on, that we have something that Christ will acknowledge when he sees his stamp and Image on us:
If we rejoice in any thing now, let it be that our names Are written in heaven, in the testimony of our conscience that we Are God's, that our hearts Are wrought on, that we have something that christ will acknowledge when he sees his stamp and Image on us:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2070
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when he shall look on us, and see his own Image upon our hearts, there will be matter of joy in that day.
when he shall look on us, and see his own Image upon our hearts, there will be matter of joy in that day.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2070
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There will be joy in our selves, and joy in all the blessed instruments that are under Christ, the Ministers they shall rejoyce likewise in us,
There will be joy in our selves, and joy in all the blessed Instruments that Are under christ, the Ministers they shall rejoice likewise in us,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2071
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and all of us shall joyn in joying in Christ, all shall meet there.
and all of us shall join in joying in christ, all shall meet there.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2071
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10379
For their joying in S. Paul, and he in them, it was that Christ was theirs:
For their joying in S. Paul, and he in them, it was that christ was theirs:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2071
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And Christ shall come, as it is in 2 Thess. 4. to be glorified in his Saints:
And christ shall come, as it is in 2 Thess 4. to be glorified in his Saints:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2071
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not onely in himself, but in his believing members: for his glory shall reflect upon them, as the Sun reflects upon light bodies;
not only in himself, but in his believing members: for his glory shall reflect upon them, as the Sun reflects upon Light bodies;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2071
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10382
all light bodies are made light by the Sun. So the Sun of Righteousnesse shall come,
all Light bodies Are made Light by the Sun. So the Sun of Righteousness shall come,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2071
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10383
and all them that have glory it shall be by reflexion from him, they shall be glorious in him:
and all them that have glory it shall be by reflection from him, they shall be glorious in him:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2071
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10384
so he is both the Ministers joy and the peoples, they shall all glory in Christ, whose glory is their glory.
so he is both the Ministers joy and the peoples, they shall all glory in christ, whose glory is their glory.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2071
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10385
He shall come to be glorious in his Saints, therefore frame your courses that way to have glory then, to have comfort in the hour of death,
He shall come to be glorious in his Saints, Therefore frame your courses that Way to have glory then, to have Comfort in the hour of death,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2071
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and at the day of Judgment. And to end the point; Let us labour to be acquainted with him now before that day:
and At the day of Judgement. And to end the point; Let us labour to be acquainted with him now before that day:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2071
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10387
we shall never have comfort in the day of the Lord Jesus, except we be acquainted with him,
we shall never have Comfort in the day of the Lord jesus, except we be acquainted with him,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2072
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and acknowledge him in the Ministery now, and in the Sacraments:
and acknowledge him in the Ministry now, and in the Sacraments:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2072
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10389
for none shall ever be acquainted with him there, that have not been acquainted with him, for none shall ever be acquainted with him there, that have not been acquainted with him,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2072
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10390
and known him in this world. How do we come to be acquainted with Christ?
and known him in this world. How do we come to be acquainted with christ?
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2072
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10391
To be present where he is present: and he is present where two or three are met together in his Name.
To be present where he is present: and he is present where two or three Are met together in his Name.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2074
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10392
He is present now in our meetings, he is present when we hear the Word. He is present in the Sacrament more especially:
He is present now in our meetings, he is present when we hear the Word. He is present in the Sacrament more especially:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2074
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10393
we have his very body, and blood.
we have his very body, and blood.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2074
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10394
As verily as we take the outward signs, so verily Christ is present to our hearts;
As verily as we take the outward Signs, so verily christ is present to our hearts;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2074
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10395
at the same time from heaven, he reacheth us himself with all the benefits of his passion:
At the same time from heaven, he reaches us himself with all the benefits of his passion:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2074
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10397
As our outward man is refreshed with the elements, so our soules are refreshed with the spiritual presence of Christ.
As our outward man is refreshed with the elements, so our Souls Are refreshed with the spiritual presence of christ.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2074
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10398
Now he is excellently present in heaven, he is present to our senses in the Sacrament,
Now he is excellently present in heaven, he is present to our Senses in the Sacrament,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2074
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10399
and by his Spirit in the Word.
and by his Spirit in the Word.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2074
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10400
Would you have him then at his appearing come and own you, and say then, Come ye blessed? be acquainted with him now upon all occasions:
Would you have him then At his appearing come and own you, and say then, Come you blessed? be acquainted with him now upon all occasions:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2075
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hear the Word, receive the Sacrament, and come to the Sacrament as acknowledging him there. How is that?
hear the Word, receive the Sacrament, and come to the Sacrament as acknowledging him there. How is that?
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2075
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Why then you acknowledge the bread and wine to be Seales of him, and of all the blessings by him, when you come prepared;
Why then you acknowledge the bred and wine to be Seals of him, and of all the blessings by him, when you come prepared;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2077
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when you come to them as his, or else you do not acknowledge them:
when you come to them as his, or Else you do not acknowledge them:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2077
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10404
you know them to be such and such things, but you acknowledge them not to be set apart for such a holy use,
you know them to be such and such things, but you acknowledge them not to be Set apart for such a holy use,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2077
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except you come with prepared hearts. Will any body acknowledge him to go to a great person, when he goes deformed,
except you come with prepared hearts. Will any body acknowledge him to go to a great person, when he Goes deformed,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2077
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and in rags? do you know whither you go? would some say, to him.
and in rags? do you know whither you go? would Some say, to him.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2078
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He considers not whither he goes, that comes to the Sacrament in his old sins.
He considers not whither he Goes, that comes to the Sacrament in his old Sins.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2078
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10408
Come acquainted therefore with Christ, to acknowledge him that shall be your Judge at the latter day, therefore come prepared.
Come acquainted Therefore with christ, to acknowledge him that shall be your Judge At the latter day, Therefore come prepared.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2078
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And then, because the Sacrament is a means to seal to us all the benefits we have by Christ,
And then, Because the Sacrament is a means to seal to us all the benefits we have by christ,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2079
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10410
and to incorporate us more nearly into Christ: he that comes to the Sacrament as he should, must come with joy.
and to incorporate us more nearly into christ: he that comes to the Sacrament as he should, must come with joy.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2079
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Is it not a joyful thing to be united to Christ? and to have further assurance of all the good things by him? Yes, it is a matter of great joy:
Is it not a joyful thing to be united to christ? and to have further assurance of all the good things by him? Yes, it is a matter of great joy:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2079
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10412
Therefore when you have repented of your sins, come with joy. And come with holinesse. The things are holy; as our Liturgy hath it:
Therefore when you have repented of your Sins, come with joy. And come with holiness. The things Are holy; as our Liturgy hath it:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2079
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let us give holy things to holy persons: here is presented holy bread and wine, and here you are to deal with Christ;
let us give holy things to holy Persons: Here is presented holy bred and wine, and Here you Are to deal with christ;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2080
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therefore come with holy reverence in the whole carriage of the businesse.
Therefore come with holy Reverence in the Whole carriage of the business.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2080
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10415
And come with faith, and assurance, and then you shall acknowledge Christ in this Ordinance, in the Sacrament.
And come with faith, and assurance, and then you shall acknowledge christ in this Ordinance, in the Sacrament.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2081
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You shall acknowledge that he deales not complementally with you, to feed you with empty signes:
You shall acknowledge that he deals not complementally with you, to feed you with empty Signs:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2081
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but you shall have himself with his signs: you shall have the Lord himself in the Word, and in the Sacraments.
but you shall have himself with his Signs: you shall have the Lord himself in the Word, and in the Sacraments.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2081
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With the Word you shall have Christ, wrapped in the Word; and in the Sacrament you shall have Christ, and all his benefits.
With the Word you shall have christ, wrapped in the Word; and in the Sacrament you shall have christ, and all his benefits.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2081
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10420
Trust to it, make it your weapon against Satan, he will tempt you to doubt of your interest in Christ.
Trust to it, make it your weapon against Satan, he will tempt you to doubt of your Interest in christ.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2081
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Think with your selves, Had I grace to receive Christ? to be incorporate nearer into him? why should I doubt to renew my Covenant? And though I have fallen by weaknesse,
Think with your selves, Had I grace to receive christ? to be incorporate nearer into him? why should I doubt to renew my Covenant? And though I have fallen by weakness,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2081
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yet I have a gracious Intercessour in heaven that makes my peace continually. Come in faith:
yet I have a gracious Intercessor in heaven that makes my peace continually. Come in faith:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2081
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Know that God in good earnest here offers Christ with all his benefits. And come with a purpose and resolution to be led by him.
Know that God in good earnest Here offers christ with all his benefits. And come with a purpose and resolution to be led by him.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2081
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You come to renew your Covenant;
You come to renew your Covenant;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2082
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10425
here is the Covenant, when Christ is given to you, and you give your selves to Christ.
Here is the Covenant, when christ is given to you, and you give your selves to christ.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2082
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10426
Therefore (as I said) if you come with a purpose to live in sin, come not at all.
Therefore (as I said) if you come with a purpose to live in since, come not At all.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2082
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Christ will not live in a heart where there is a purpose to sin: therefore esolve to leave all sin, or else you cannot receive him.
christ will not live in a heart where there is a purpose to since: Therefore esolve to leave all since, or Else you cannot receive him.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2082
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To move you to come, and to come thus;
To move you to come, and to come thus;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2083
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do but consider that it will be your joy in this world, and in the world to come,
do but Consider that it will be your joy in this world, and in the world to come,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2083
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10430
before Christ, that you have been thus acquainted with him herc on earth, acquainted with him in the Ministery, acquainted with him in the Sacrament, in private prayer,
before christ, that you have been thus acquainted with him herc on earth, acquainted with him in the Ministry, acquainted with him in the Sacrament, in private prayer,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2083
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and meditation, in all the blessed means that he hath appointed; and then he will look on you, as upon his old friends.
and meditation, in all the blessed means that he hath appointed; and then he will look on you, as upon his old Friends.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2083
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But now he that is a Rebel, that goes away, or else comes, not acknowledging with whom he hath to deal;
But now he that is a Rebel, that Goes away, or Else comes, not acknowledging with whom he hath to deal;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2084
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him that shall be his Judge ere long, the Great God of Heaven and Earth, that shall come in glory and majestie with thousands of his Angels.
him that shall be his Judge ere long, the Great God of Heaven and Earth, that shall come in glory and majesty with thousands of his Angels.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then he shall be Wonderfull indeed, as his Name is, Isai. 9. 6. and as the Apostle saith, 2 Thess. 2. where he useth the word, he shall be wonderful in his Saints.
Then he shall be Wonderful indeed, as his Name is, Isaiah 9. 6. and as the Apostle Says, 2 Thess 2. where he uses the word, he shall be wondered in his Saints.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then all the world shall wonder at the glory of a poor Christian, when he shall put down the Sun,
Then all the world shall wonder At the glory of a poor Christian, when he shall put down the Sun,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and all the creatures in glory. Consider with whom you have to deale: him that ere long shall be wonderfull in his Saints.
and all the creatures in glory. Consider with whom you have to deal: him that ere long shall be wonderful in his Saints.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore come prepared, come joyfully, come faithfully, come reverently, and holy, and you shall find a blessing answerable.
Therefore come prepared, come joyfully, come faithfully, come reverently, and holy, and you shall find a blessing answerable.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Personal presence hath more efficacy then writing: Personal presence hath more efficacy then writing:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This I thought good to touch, concerning the occasion of the Sacrament. Ye are our rejoying. At the day of the Lord Jesus.
This I Thought good to touch, Concerning the occasion of the Sacrament. You Are our rejoying. At the day of the Lord jesus.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Saint Paul esteemed of nothing, but that which would comfort him at that day. Therefore let us oft think of the day of the Lord Jesus.
Saint Paul esteemed of nothing, but that which would Comfort him At that day. Therefore let us oft think of the day of the Lord jesus.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Why? what will make us digest labour, and pains, in dealing with the soules of others, in doing good,
Why? what will make us digest labour, and pains, in dealing with the Souls of Others, in doing good,
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and being fruitful in our places? The consideration of that Day:
and being fruitful in our places? The consideration of that Day:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is a Day will come that will make amends for all, and that is the day of the Lord Jesus.
there is a Day will come that will make amends for all, and that is the day of the Lord jesus.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And considering that there is such a day, let us make much of the day of the Lord, that is now left us;
And considering that there is such a day, let us make much of the day of the Lord, that is now left us;
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what is that? This day: The Lords Day: Revel.
what is that? This day: The lords Day: Revel.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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1. it is called The Lords Day. And as I said, labour to be acquainted with that Lord that must be Judge of quick and dead then.
1. it is called The lords Day. And as I said, labour to be acquainted with that Lord that must be Judge of quick and dead then.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Lord hath a day now wherein we may be acquainted with him; by hearing his Word, by yielding obedience of his truth unfolded to us:
The Lord hath a day now wherein we may be acquainted with him; by hearing his Word, by yielding Obedience of his truth unfolded to us:
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore let us make much of this day, if we would have comfort at that Day.
Therefore let us make much of this day, if we would have Comfort At that Day.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Ye are our rejoycing in the Day of the Lord. You Are our rejoicing in the Day of the Lord.
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(15) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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VERSE XV.
VERSE XV.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And in this confidence I was minded to come unto you before, that you might have a second benefit, or Grace.
And in this confidence I was minded to come unto you before, that you might have a second benefit, or Grace.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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IN this confidence, ] In this assurance, in this perswasion, I was minded to come to you. IN this confidence, ] In this assurance, in this persuasion, I was minded to come to you.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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[ That you might have a second benefit, ] saith the last translation; it doth diminish the strength of the word:[ That you might have a second benefit, ] Says the last Translation; it does diminish the strength of the word:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore go from the Text to the margin: you have oft-times a fitter word in the margin.
Therefore go from the Text to the margin: you have ofttimes a fitter word in the margin.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Charis, The word is pregnant in the Original, it signifieth Grace: if it signifie a benefit at all, it signifies a benefit that issues from grace and favour; benefit is a weaker word.Charis, The word is pregnant in the Original, it signifies Grace: if it signify a benefit At all, it signifies a benefit that issues from grace and favour; benefit is a Weaker word.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Grace, though it be not so common, is a fit word, and reaches to the strength of the word in the Original, to the meaning of the Apostle;Grace, though it be not so Common, is a fit word, and reaches to the strength of the word in the Original, to the meaning of the Apostle;
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so it is better to read it so, That you might have a second Grace. Saint Paul in this Verse sets down what intention he had to come to them.
so it is better to read it so, That you might have a second Grace. Saint Paul in this Verse sets down what intention he had to come to them.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And likewise the end of his intention. In the next Verse he sets down the manner how he would come to them.
And likewise the end of his intention. In the next Verse he sets down the manner how he would come to them.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Fourthly, he shewes why he came not to them, it was to spare them, as he faith afterward.
Fourthly, he shows why he Come not to them, it was to spare them, as he faith afterwards.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In this confidence I was minded to come to you. To what end? That you might have a second benefit. In this confidence I was minded to come to you. To what end? That you might have a second benefit.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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His intention is set down by the inward moving cause, his confidence; In this confidence I was minded to come to you.
His intention is Set down by the inward moving cause, his confidence; In this confidence I was minded to come to you.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I will speak of his intention, and purpose of coming: And of the end of it.
I will speak of his intention, and purpose of coming: And of the end of it.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And in his purpose of coming, of the moving cause, his confidence. In this confidence.
And in his purpose of coming, of the moving cause, his confidence. In this confidence.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What is that? In this confidence, because I am assured that you are my rejoycing,
What is that? In this confidence, Because I am assured that you Are my rejoicing,
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and I yours in the day of the Lord Jesus; in this confidence that you will be so to me, and I to you. In this confidence.
and I yours in the day of the Lord jesus; in this confidence that you will be so to me, and I to you. In this confidence.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Saint Paul had a good opinion of them:
Saint Paul had a good opinion of them:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The inward moving cause of S. Paul to come, it was a good conceit of them.
The inward moving cause of S. Paul to come, it was a good conceit of them.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is good as far as possibly we can to cherish a good judgment, and conceit of others.
It is good as Far as possibly we can to cherish a good judgement, and conceit of Others.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let others have as good place in our affections as possibly may be. Why? If they be good, we wrong them else even in our conceit.
Let Others have as good place in our affections as possibly may be. Why? If they be good, we wrong them Else even in our conceit.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We do not onely wrong men in our speeches and actions, but in our sinister judgments, in the censures of our minds:
We do not only wrong men in our Speeches and actions, but in our sinister Judgments, in the censures of our minds:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore we should have as good conceit of men as possibly we can in that regard.
Therefore we should have as good conceit of men as possibly we can in that regard.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And likewise, because confidence, and assurance that they have something in them that is good,
And likewise, Because confidence, and assurance that they have something in them that is good,
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and it will be better with them after in the day of the Lord, this will be a means to stir us up to deserve well of them. Hope stirs up Will;
and it will be better with them After in the day of the Lord, this will be a means to stir us up to deserve well of them. Hope stirs up Will;
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we have no mind to a thing that we have not hope of. And likewise Hope stirs up endeavour: And Hope keeps in endeavour.
we have no mind to a thing that we have not hope of. And likewise Hope stirs up endeavour: And Hope keeps in endeavour.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What makes a man so long in endeavouring the good of others? he hath some hope, they are good, and will be better.
What makes a man so long in endeavouring the good of Others? he hath Some hope, they Are good, and will be better.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So it stirres up our will, the bent of it, it stirres; it stirres up endeavour upon will;
So it stirs up our will, the bent of it, it stirs; it stirs up endeavour upon will;
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and it keeps us in endeavour when we hope for good at mens hands.
and it keeps us in endeavour when we hope for good At men's hands.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore we ought not to cast off men (especially those that are young,) for imperfections.
And Therefore we ought not to cast off men (especially those that Are young,) for imperfections.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Corinthians were weak, and carnal, as you may see in the former Epistle, yet in this confidence that they had repented of their ill usage of S. Paul, he was minded to come to them.
The Corinthians were weak, and carnal, as you may see in the former Epistle, yet in this confidence that they had repented of their ill usage of S. Paul, he was minded to come to them.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For there the holy things that are delivered, they are (as it were) acted to the life.
For there the holy things that Are Delivered, they Are (as it were) acted to the life.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Persons that are the subjects of hope, are not free from infirmities. Novices cannot have that perfection that grown Christians have at the first.
Persons that Are the subject's of hope, Are not free from infirmities. novices cannot have that perfection that grown Christians have At the First.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Consider further what is of passion, and what is of the poyson of nature: consider what is of infirmity, and what is of malice.
Consider further what is of passion, and what is of the poison of nature: Consider what is of infirmity, and what is of malice.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Consider what sins they have been longer accustomed to, and how hardly such sins are suddenly broken off.
Consider what Sins they have been longer accustomed to, and how hardly such Sins Are suddenly broken off.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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These considerations would mitigate something where we see any degree of goodnesse. Oh, this pleaseth now some vicious-disposed persons:
These considerations would mitigate something where we see any degree of Goodness. O, this Pleases now Some vicious-disposed Persons:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they think this makes for them. Not at all: what I speak is, where there is any ground to hope well of.
they think this makes for them. Not At all: what I speak is, where there is any ground to hope well of.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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S. Paul had some ground, for he wrote a sharp Epistle to them, and he saw they were amended on it:
S. Paul had Some ground, for he wrote a sharp Epistle to them, and he saw they were amended on it:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he saw they yielded, they acknowledged, that is, they reformed by his Ministery, and by his Epistle.
he saw they yielded, they acknowledged, that is, they reformed by his Ministry, and by his Epistle.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So where we discern reformation, that there is a willingnesse of amendment, we must hope of such, though they be sometimes overtaken.
So where we discern Reformation, that there is a willingness of amendment, we must hope of such, though they be sometime overtaken.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And if they be overtaken we must construe it to the best: the temptation perhaps was great, and they were not watchful at that time:
And if they be overtaken we must construe it to the best: the temptation perhaps was great, and they were not watchful At that time:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the subtilty of the opposition, and the malice of men was great, and their caution was not so great;
the subtlety of the opposition, and the malice of men was great, and their caution was not so great;
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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thus we may construe to bear with them, if upon the discovery of their fault, they become pliable:
thus we may construe to bear with them, if upon the discovery of their fault, they become pliable:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but otherwise, if they arm themselves with malice and bitter poyson, and resolve to be so still, there is no hope, no confidence of such.
but otherwise, if they arm themselves with malice and bitter poison, and resolve to be so still, there is no hope, no confidence of such.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Saint Paul's confidence here, was with evidence from their carriage; they gave him some cause to be so confident.
Saint Paul's confidence Here, was with evidence from their carriage; they gave him Some cause to be so confident.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore it is in vain to think that we are too censorious when we tell you of your faults:
Therefore it is in vain to think that we Are too censorious when we tell you of your Faults:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that very conceit that you think bitterly, and arm your selves with resolutions, rather to vex those that inform you,
that very conceit that you think bitterly, and arm your selves with resolutions, rather to vex those that inform you,
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then to amend that which is amisse, that is as ill a disposition, as ill a state as can be.
then to amend that which is amiss, that is as ill a disposition, as ill a state as can be.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We can hope for no good of such:
We can hope for no good of such:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet notwithstanding we ought so far to hope of them, as nor to give them over;
yet notwithstanding we ought so Far to hope of them, as nor to give them over;
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as S. Paul saith, 2 Tim. 2. To prove if at any time God will shew mercy to them, to deliver them out of the snare of the devil.
as S. Paul Says, 2 Tim. 2. To prove if At any time God will show mercy to them, to deliver them out of the snare of the Devil.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They are in the Devils snare, yet we ought still to take pains with them:
They Are in the Devils snare, yet we ought still to take pains with them:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for we know not whether it will please God, at that time, or at any time, to have mercy on them,
for we know not whither it will please God, At that time, or At any time, to have mercy on them,
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and deliver them out of the snare of Satan.
and deliver them out of the snare of Satan.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If God bear with them, we ought to bear with them as well as teach them:
If God bear with them, we ought to bear with them as well as teach them:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but to have a good conceit of them, when we see them maliciously bent against those that tell them of their faults, we cannot. If this be so;
but to have a good conceit of them, when we see them maliciously bent against those that tell them of their Faults, we cannot. If this be so;
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It should be an encouragement for all those that are under others that inform and instruct them, to give them some good occasion and ground to hope well of them.
It should be an encouragement for all those that Are under Others that inform and instruct them, to give them Some good occasion and ground to hope well of them.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You would have us hope well of you, what ground do you give? what is your company? Shall we think you are good,
You would have us hope well of you, what ground do you give? what is your company? Shall we think you Are good,
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because you converse with those that are swearers? with vicious, and carnal company? would you have us blind? Charity indeed interprets the best, but it is not blind.
Because you converse with those that Are swearers? with vicious, and carnal company? would you have us blind? Charity indeed interprets the best, but it is not blind.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What shall we judge of you by your outward demeanour and carriage, that is oft-times scandalous and offensive? when your speeches are filthy,
What shall we judge of you by your outward demeanour and carriage, that is ofttimes scandalous and offensive? when your Speeches Are filthy,
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and corrupt, joyned with blasphemies, and oathes;
and corrupt, joined with Blasphemies, and Oaths;
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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daring God (as it were) whether he will suffer you to carry it away unrevenged, and unpunished, or not.
daring God (as it were) whither he will suffer you to carry it away unrevenged, and unpunished, or not.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Where this abominable corruption of heart discovers it self outwardly in the tongue, how can we entertain good conceits of you? You think we wrong you, by not conceiving thus, and thus of you:
Where this abominable corruption of heart discovers it self outwardly in the tongue, how can we entertain good conceits of you? You think we wrong you, by not conceiving thus, and thus of you:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what ground have we? what hold have we from any thing that is in you,
what ground have we? what hold have we from any thing that is in you,
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or from you so to conceit? Resolve on this, there cannot be grievance offered to the Minister,
or from you so to conceit? Resolve on this, there cannot be grievance offered to the Minister,
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but you must reward ill to your own soules; if you be not his joy, it will be your sorrow;
but you must reward ill to your own Souls; if you be not his joy, it will be your sorrow;
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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you will have the worst of it.
you will have the worst of it.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore study as much as may be to have the good hope, and confidence of others.
And Therefore study as much as may be to have the good hope, and confidence of Others.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This will stirre up willingnesse, and stirre up endeavour, as it did in S. Paul; the good hope he had of them by their repentance,
This will stir up willingness, and stir up endeavour, as it did in S. Paul; the good hope he had of them by their Repentance,
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and reformation, and pliablenesse, it stirred up his diligence; they gained by it: but I mean not to stand on that.
and Reformation, and pliableness, it stirred up his diligence; they gained by it: but I mean not to stand on that.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In this confidence, that you will be my joy, and I yours in the day of the Lord.In this confidence, that you will be my joy, and I yours in the day of the Lord.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I was minded to come unto you: Saint Paul was minded to come unto them. You see then, That Personal presence hath a special power and efficacy.
I was minded to come unto you: Saint Paul was minded to come unto them. You see then, That Personal presence hath a special power and efficacy.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Men are wondrously affected when they see gracious things delivered with life, and feeling: it hath a wondrous lively working.
Men Are wondrously affected when they see gracious things Delivered with life, and feeling: it hath a wondrous lively working.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore S. Paul tells the Romanes, Rom. 1. 15. that beside his learned, and worthy Epistle he wrote to them, he was desirous also to preach the Gospel to them. But some object; Reading is preaching, say they: Some kind of preaching.
Therefore S. Paul tells the Romans, Rom. 1. 15. that beside his learned, and worthy Epistle he wrote to them, he was desirous also to preach the Gospel to them. But Some Object; Reading is preaching, say they: some kind of preaching.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But not that which the Apostle meant: for then Saint Paul's Epistle was preaching, some kind of preaching.
But not that which the Apostle meant: for then Saint Paul's Epistle was preaching, Some kind of preaching.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But I speak not to Sophisters: but, saith Saint Paul, I desire to preach the Word to you by vocall teaching; it hath a special efficacy.
But I speak not to Sophisters: but, Says Saint Paul, I desire to preach the Word to you by vocal teaching; it hath a special efficacy.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is wondrous good praying for others, and writing to others: but presence, when the Minister is the mouth of God with them, and to them:
It is wondrous good praying for Others, and writing to Others: but presence, when the Minister is the Mouth of God with them, and to them:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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their mouth to God, to pray together with them; and Gods mouth, to speak to them:
their Mouth to God, to pray together with them; and God's Mouth, to speak to them:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this presence is of a wondrous efficacy; therefore S. Paul saith, I purposed to come to you.
this presence is of a wondrous efficacy; Therefore S. Paul Says, I purposed to come to you.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It should stirre up in our hearts an esteem of the Ordinance of God, of Preaching:
It should stir up in our hearts an esteem of the Ordinance of God, of Preaching:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or else we sleight it with the prejudice of our our soules:
or Else we sleight it with the prejudice of our our Souls:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For doth God appoint it for any thing but for our own good? There is a common Objection, which (because it is raised out of this Epistle,
For does God appoint it for any thing but for our own good? There is a Common Objection, which (Because it is raised out of this Epistle,
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and may be answered out of this Epistle,) I will answer.
and may be answered out of this Epistle,) I will answer.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Oh, say some, a lively voice hath not alway that Energy, that operation, that writing and reading have:
O, say Some, a lively voice hath not always that Energy, that operation, that writing and reading have:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for we see S. Paul's Epistle was more terrible then his presence.
for we see S. Paul's Epistle was more terrible then his presence.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is the Objection of men that content themselves in their own idlenesse, wresting of such places as this.
It is the Objection of men that content themselves in their own idleness, wresting of such places as this.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Among the rest, 2 Cor. 10. 10. say they, His bodily presence is weak, and his speech contemptible, but his letters seem terrible.
Among the rest, 2 Cor. 10. 10. say they, His bodily presence is weak, and his speech contemptible, but his letters seem terrible.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore this is not alway true, That bodily presence hath more efficacy then writing.
Therefore this is not always true, That bodily presence hath more efficacy then writing.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I answer briefly, Saint Paul compares not here his bodily presence with his letters, as if his letters were more efficacious then his bodily presence:
I answer briefly, Saint Paul compares not Here his bodily presence with his letters, as if his letters were more efficacious then his bodily presence:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but he compares his mild dealing, being present, with his sharp dealing, being absent: his letters indeed were sharper then his presence:
but he compares his mild dealing, being present, with his sharp dealing, being absent: his letters indeed were sharper then his presence:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But to take away such Cavils, he tells them after that they shall know (if they reform not,) that his presence shall be as sharp as his writings.
But to take away such Cavils, he tells them After that they shall know (if they reform not,) that his presence shall be as sharp as his writings.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let such a one think this, Such as we are in word being absent, such will we be when we are present.
Let such a one think this, Such as we Are in word being absent, such will we be when we Are present.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We will be as sharp (if you reform not) in our presence, as we were absent.
We will be as sharp (if you reform not) in our presence, as we were absent.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So he compares the sharpnesse of his letter with the sweetnesse of his presence.
So he compares the sharpness of his Letter with the sweetness of his presence.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is not to be taken in that sense that his letters were more effectual of themselves then his presence:
It is not to be taken in that sense that his letters were more effectual of themselves then his presence:
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for he saith the contrary, You shall know that my presence shall be as sharp as my letter was.
for he Says the contrary, You shall know that my presence shall be as sharp as my Letter was.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore it is but a Cavil to think there is more efficacy in Reading, then in Preaching.
Therefore it is but a Cavil to think there is more efficacy in Reading, then in Preaching.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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That you might have a second Grace. I come now to S. Paul's end: His intention and purpose was to come.
That you might have a second Grace. I come now to S. Paul's end: His intention and purpose was to come.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The end of his coming was to bestow a grace on them by his presence. In general Observe here, That Holy men are fel on work from holy moving causes, and holy aimes.
The end of his coming was to bestow a grace on them by his presence. In general Observe Here, That Holy men Are fell on work from holy moving Causes, and holy aims.
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Holy aimes are the winds that carry them to their businesse, and they are the water that drive their Mill. I come with a holy confidence that you will be my joy: here is my moving cause. Holy aims Are the winds that carry them to their business, and they Are the water that drive their Mill. I come with a holy confidence that you will be my joy: Here is my moving cause.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What is my aime in coming? It is this, to bestow a grace on you.
What is my aim in coming? It is this, to bestow a grace on you.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Holy men have holy aimes for holy actions; they have holy grounds, and holy moving causes.
Holy men have holy aims for holy actions; they have holy grounds, and holy moving Causes.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When two men do the same thing, yet it is not the same thing: perhaps their aimes differ, their moving causes differ.
When two men do the same thing, yet it is not the same thing: perhaps their aims differ, their moving Causes differ.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Saint Paul comes here to do a good thing from a good end, from a good moving cause:
Saint Paul comes Here to do a good thing from a good end, from a good moving cause:
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In this confidence I was minded to come, to bestow a grace on you.In this confidence I was minded to come, to bestow a grace on you.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us look in all our actions therefore to our moving cause, and to our aimes.
Let us look in all our actions Therefore to our moving cause, and to our aims.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And especially Ministers, their aime it should not be for the fleece, it should not be to gain respect,
And especially Ministers, their aim it should not be for the fleece, it should not be to gain respect,
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or any advantage to themselves, but to bestow some spiritual good thing.
or any advantage to themselves, but to bestow Some spiritual good thing.
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(16) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As the Apostle saith, Rom. 1. To bestow some good thing upon you, some grace, as he calls it.
As the Apostle Says, Rom. 1. To bestow Some good thing upon you, Some grace, as he calls it.
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This should be their aime, not to receive good from them so much as to do them good.
This should be their aim, not to receive good from them so much as to do them good.
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Ministers are fathers, they should have that tender disposition.
Ministers Are Father's, they should have that tender disposition.
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Parents do not think of receiving much: (they look to that in the second place, that must be maintained) but specially they look to their Childrens good.
Parents do not think of receiving much: (they look to that in the second place, that must be maintained) but specially they look to their Children's good.
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I come to bestow a grace on you. How this is observed, I list not to speak, therefore I leave it;I come to bestow a grace on you. How this is observed, I list not to speak, Therefore I leave it;
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and come to that which concerns us all. I was minded to come to you: To bestow a grace on you.
and come to that which concerns us all. I was minded to come to you: To bestow a grace on you.
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We see then, That The Preaching of the Gospel is a special Grace. It is a free and bountiful benefit of God.
We see then, That The Preaching of the Gospel is a special Grace. It is a free and bountiful benefit of God.
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Gracce implies freedome, and mercy, and bounty. It is a free mercy of God to have the Gospel: Why?
Gracce Implies freedom, and mercy, and bounty. It is a free mercy of God to have the Gospel: Why?
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Because this is the means to work all that is savingly good in us. This is a means to open to us Gods love in Christ;
Because this is the means to work all that is savingly good in us. This is a means to open to us God's love in christ;
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and to work in us a disposition answerable to his love: therefore it must needs be a grace.
and to work in us a disposition answerable to his love: Therefore it must needs be a grace.
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Heaven is a grace, life is a grace, reconciliation a grace, and such like: therefore the Word must needs be a grace, by which all these are communicated.
Heaven is a grace, life is a grace, reconciliation a grace, and such like: Therefore the Word must needs be a grace, by which all these Are communicated.
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Therefore the Word hath the name of these things; It is the Word of the Kingdome of heaven.
Therefore the Word hath the name of these things; It is the Word of the Kingdom of heaven.
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It is called the Kingdome of heaven, the preaching of the Gospel: because it puts us into the state of the Kingdome of heaven:
It is called the Kingdom of heaven, the preaching of the Gospel: Because it puts us into the state of the Kingdom of heaven:
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and the Word of reconciliation, because by it we know our reconciliation with God: it is offered, and wrought in our hearts;
and the Word of reconciliation, Because by it we know our reconciliation with God: it is offered, and wrought in our hearts;
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and faith to apply it by this Word.
and faith to apply it by this Word.
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It is the Word of life, Act. 20. the life of grace, and the life of glory all come by this Word.It is the Word of life, Act. 20. the life of grace, and the life of glory all come by this Word.
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I commend you to God, and the Word of his Grace, saith the Apostle: All grace, and spiritual life is wrought in us by the Word:I commend you to God, and the Word of his Grace, Says the Apostle: All grace, and spiritual life is wrought in us by the Word:
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therefore the Word preached, it is a special grace, and favour of God.
Therefore the Word preached, it is a special grace, and favour of God.
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Saint Paul here calls his coming to them to strengthen, and confirm them, a grace: For all means come under the same decree of Gods eternal love with the decree it self.
Saint Paul Here calls his coming to them to strengthen, and confirm them, a grace: For all means come under the same Decree of God's Eternal love with the Decree it self.
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When God out of grace resolves, and sets down, that he will bring such a one to heaven, of his free love;
When God out of grace resolves, and sets down, that he will bring such a one to heaven, of his free love;
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he doth out of the same grace fit him with opportunities of persons, and means: he accommodates him with all means;
he does out of the same grace fit him with opportunities of Persons, and means: he accommodates him with all means;
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for he intends in such a way to bring him to heaven. And therefore S. Austin doth well define Predestination:
for he intends in such a Way to bring him to heaven. And Therefore S. Austin does well define Predestination:
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it is an ordaining to salvation, and a preparing of all means tending thereto.
it is an ordaining to salvation, and a preparing of all means tending thereto.
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Therefore all fall in the compasse of grace, both the free favour of God, setting a man down to make him happy;
Therefore all fallen in the compass of grace, both the free favour of God, setting a man down to make him happy;
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and likewise by sending men that have an outward calling, and inwardly furnishing them with gifts,
and likewise by sending men that have an outward calling, and inwardly furnishing them with Gifts,
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and whatsoever, all is of Grace. The preaching of the Word is a grace. It concerns us therefore so to esteem it:
and whatsoever, all is of Grace. The preaching of the Word is a grace. It concerns us Therefore so to esteem it:
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Do not many sit in darknesse, and in the shadow of death? Is it not a grace therefore that we partake of the means of salvation? What is in us by nature better then in Turks, and Pagans? or then many other people under Satan,
Do not many fit in darkness, and in the shadow of death? Is it not a grace Therefore that we partake of the means of salvation? What is in us by nature better then in Turks, and Pagans? or then many other people under Satan,
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and under Popish Teachers, and so rot away in their Ignorance? nothing; we differ onely by the grace of God:
and under Popish Teachers, and so rot away in their Ignorance? nothing; we differ only by the grace of God:
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therefore let us esteem it as a grace. How shall we esteem it as a grace?
Therefore let us esteem it as a grace. How shall we esteem it as a grace?
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Receive it thankfully, as a largesse, and bounty, and free grace of God: receive it as a bounty with thankful hearts:
Receive it thankfully, as a largess, and bounty, and free grace of God: receive it as a bounty with thankful hearts:
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Grace begets grace, it begets thankfulnesse:
Grace begets grace, it begets thankfulness:
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so to receive it as a grace, is to receive it with thankful minds, to be more thankfull for the means of salvation, then for any outward thing.
so to receive it as a grace, is to receive it with thankful minds, to be more thankful for the means of salvation, then for any outward thing.
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How shall we come to be thankful? Never, unlesse we find some grace wrought by the Word of Grace.
How shall we come to be thankful? Never, unless we find Some grace wrought by the Word of Grace.
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Therefore to receive it as a grace, is to receive it as a free, loving gift of God, and to yield to it:
Therefore to receive it as a grace, is to receive it as a free, loving gift of God, and to yield to it:
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when by it holy motions are stirred in our hearts, not to suppresse, and quench holy motions, but to yield to them.
when by it holy motions Are stirred in our hearts, not to suppress, and quench holy motions, but to yield to them.
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Not to quench and resist the Spirit, but to yield our selves pliable to the Word.
Not to quench and resist the Spirit, but to yield our selves pliable to the Word.
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This is to acknowledge it a grace;
This is to acknowledge it a grace;
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to be thankfull for it, because you find your hearts wrought to holy obedience by it.
to be thankful for it, Because you find your hearts wrought to holy Obedience by it.
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Give it way in your soules, that it may be an ingraffed Word, that all the inward and outward man may be seasoned with it, and relish of it:
Give it Way in your Souls, that it may be an Ingrafted Word, that all the inward and outward man may be seasoned with it, and relish of it:
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that the Word may season your thoughts and speeches, and desires, and season your course of life, that what you think may be in the relish and strength of the Word, in the strength of some Divine truth,
that the Word may season your thoughts and Speeches, and Desires, and season your course of life, that what you think may be in the relish and strength of the Word, in the strength of Some Divine truth,
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and the guide of your actions may be Divine truth, or some motives from it.
and the guide of your actions may be Divine truth, or Some motives from it.
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Then you will give thanks for what is wrought on you, when it is an ingraffed Word in your soules,
Then you will give thanks for what is wrought on you, when it is an Ingrafted Word in your Souls,
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and all relish of it, your speeches, and actions, and your whole course:
and all relish of it, your Speeches, and actions, and your Whole course:
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when a man may know by your carriage that there is something invested, and ingraffed in your soules, that gives a blessed relish to all the expressions of the outward man.
when a man may know by your carriage that there is something invested, and Ingrafted in your Souls, that gives a blessed relish to all the expressions of the outward man.
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Such a one indeed will account the Word a special grace by a sweet experience wrought in his heart.
Such a one indeed will account the Word a special grace by a sweet experience wrought in his heart.
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I will not presse that Point any further. Again, whereas S. Paul saith, he would come to bestow a second grace on them;
I will not press that Point any further. Again, whereas S. Paul Says, he would come to bestow a second grace on them;
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we see here, That Those that are in the state of Grace already, they need a second grace.
we see Here, That Those that Are in the state of Grace already, they need a second grace.
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Those that have initial grace to be set in a good course, they need confirming and strengthening Grace. Those that have initial grace to be Set in a good course, they need confirming and strengthening Grace.
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S. Paul had planted them before. I but he must come to water them;
S. Paul had planted them before. I but he must come to water them;
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there is alway somewhat left for the Minister to do, till he see their soules safe in heaven, he hath alway somewhat to do to the Christian soules under him:
there is always somewhat left for the Minister to do, till he see their Souls safe in heaven, he hath always somewhat to do to the Christian Souls under him:
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For he must not onely get them out of Satans Kingdome, into a good estate, but he must labour to build them up;
For he must not only get them out of Satan Kingdom, into a good estate, but he must labour to built them up;
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he must water them, and fence them, and strengthen them against all discouragements. A man is never safe till he be in heaven:
he must water them, and fence them, and strengthen them against all discouragements. A man is never safe till he be in heaven:
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therefore he saith, I will come to you, but I will come to bestow a second Grace on you, you have need of it,
Therefore he Says, I will come to you, but I will come to bestow a second Grace on you, you have need of it,
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and my love is such to you, that you shall have it.
and my love is such to you, that you shall have it.
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To enforce this a little, because we set termes to our growth, and go on plodding in a course,
To enforce this a little, Because we Set terms to our growth, and go on plodding in a course,
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and many years after we are no better then we were at the first: and some out of a prophane fulnesse;
and many Years After we Are no better then we were At the First: and Some out of a profane fullness;
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out of a Laodicean temper, they think they have enough, they are rich; when indeed they are empty, and miserable, and wretched, and poor:
out of a Laodicean temper, they think they have enough, they Are rich; when indeed they Are empty, and miserable, and wretched, and poor:
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and if temptations set upon them, they have nothing in them.
and if temptations Set upon them, they have nothing in them.
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To let you see that we stand in need of a second grace, and of a third grace,
To let you see that we stand in need of a second grace, and of a third grace,
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and a fourth grace, that we need continual building up.
and a fourth grace, that we need continual building up.
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First, look within, what opposition there is to saving goodnesse within, what rebellion of lusts, what Ignorance,
First, look within, what opposition there is to Saving Goodness within, what rebellion of Lustiest, what Ignorance,
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and blindnesse, and darknesse, and indisposition: what head the flesh makes in us against the Word of God.
and blindness, and darkness, and indisposition: what head the Flesh makes in us against the Word of God.
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Let a man a little continue out of the means, and he shall see what growth of corruptions there will be, a distasting of all means, that a man shall be ready to begin anew with them almost:
Let a man a little continue out of the means, and he shall see what growth of corruptions there will be, a distasting of all means, that a man shall be ready to begin anew with them almost:
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having a double principle in them, of grace, and corruption, there needs continually strengthening, and stablishing Grace.
having a double principle in them, of grace, and corruption, there needs continually strengthening, and establishing Grace.
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The soul is so framed by God, that the more it hath, the more it hungers after:
The soul is so framed by God, that the more it hath, the more it hunger's After:
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Consider outwardly what discouragements from the ill examples, and allurements, and seducing of others, from the disgrace that is put on good things;
Consider outwardly what discouragements from the ill Examples, and allurements, and seducing of Others, from the disgrace that is put on good things;
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what discouragements, and scandals from without?
what discouragements, and scandals from without?
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Again, are there not oft-times new, and great temptations, that a man must have a new measure of grace to resist? There is continual occasion of new spiritual strength to oppose new temptations,
Again, Are there not ofttimes new, and great temptations, that a man must have a new measure of grace to resist? There is continual occasion of new spiritual strength to oppose new temptations,
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and new spiritual strength to endure new crosses, and to enjoy new benefits.
and new spiritual strength to endure new Crosses, and to enjoy new benefits.
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In all the passages of our life, there is a necessity of more grace, of further supply of grace.
In all the passages of our life, there is a necessity of more grace, of further supply of grace.
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A man with that proportion of strength which he had before he cannot encounter with new temptations;
A man with that proportion of strength which he had before he cannot encounter with new temptations;
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and therefore there must be new grace, and fresh attending upon the means while we live here.
and Therefore there must be new grace, and fresh attending upon the means while we live Here.
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Again, unavoidable times will come, when there must be strength of Grace: sicknesse will come, Temptations to despair will come; conflicts with Satan will come:
Again, unavoidable times will come, when there must be strength of Grace: sickness will come, Temptations to despair will come; conflicts with Satan will come:
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we need not say, put the case, such and such: but it is an unavoidable case;
we need not say, put the case, such and such: but it is an unavoidable case;
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they will come, wherein a great strength of Grace will be necessary:
they will come, wherein a great strength of Grace will be necessary:
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therefore we cannot be too much careful, in attending upon the means of salvation to be confirmed and strengthened.
Therefore we cannot be too much careful, in attending upon the means of salvation to be confirmed and strengthened.
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Again, do we not need a great measure of strengthening Grace continually? doth not the Devil envy goodnesse,
Again, do we not need a great measure of strengthening Grace continually? does not the devil envy Goodness,
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and good actions? when we go about to pray:
and good actions? when we go about to pray:
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when the best men are about the best actions, what a deal of distraction is there? how doth Satan confound them with distractions? what a deal of confirming Grace need we to every good work? when a Christian is taken out of the Kingdome of Satan, he is the Butt, the object of his malice,
when the best men Are about the best actions, what a deal of distraction is there? how does Satan confound them with distractions? what a deal of confirming Grace need we to every good work? when a Christian is taken out of the Kingdom of Satan, he is the Butt, the Object of his malice,
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and the malice of those that are his instruments. We must pull every good work (as it were) out of the fire:
and the malice of those that Are his Instruments. We must pull every good work (as it were) out of the fire:
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we must use violence to nature, to temptations in every good duty, to perform them strongly:
we must use violence to nature, to temptations in every good duty, to perform them strongly:
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we need a second, and a third Grace; many degrees of Grace. Then again, we are capable of more Grace:
we need a second, and a third Grace; many Degrees of Grace. Then again, we Are capable of more Grace:
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for our understanding is such, that we may know more still; and our will is such, that it affects more still:
for our understanding is such, that we may know more still; and our will is such, that it affects more still:
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and the more holy truths are made known to us, the more the will is enlarged to cleave to them:
and the more holy truths Are made known to us, the more the will is enlarged to cleave to them:
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the more we know, the more we may know.
the more we know, the more we may know.
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Our understandings are wondrous large, there is a great capacity in them, and our adhesion and cleaving to truths is more and more;
Our understandings Are wondrous large, there is a great capacity in them, and our adhesion and cleaving to truths is more and more;
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the more we know, the more the Will cleaves to it:
the more we know, the more the Will cleaves to it:
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as it is, Act. 11. 23. they exhorted them, that with full purpose they would cleave fast to God:
as it is, Act. 11. 23. they exhorted them, that with full purpose they would cleave fast to God:
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we must cleave and adhere fast to the truth, and to God; every day go deeper:
we must cleave and adhere fast to the truth, and to God; every day go Deeper:
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get nearer and closer to God, and labour to be established in good things. Saint Paul prayes that they might be established more and more.
get nearer and closer to God, and labour to be established in good things. Saint Paul prays that they might be established more and more.
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And David prayes that he might be established in good thoughts, and desires, and resolutions, in good purposes:
And David prays that he might be established in good thoughts, and Desires, and resolutions, in good Purposes:
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to be stablished in every thing that is good.
to be established in every thing that is good.
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Grace is a state that we may grow in, and our soules are fit to be enlarged:
Grace is a state that we may grow in, and our Souls Are fit to be enlarged:
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for there is a great capacity in the soul, till we come to heaven it is not full:
for there is a great capacity in the soul, till we come to heaven it is not full:
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we may grow in every Grace stronger and stronger.
we may grow in every Grace Stronger and Stronger.
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As in the examples of holy men in Scripture, it was never well with them but when they were growing:
As in the Examples of holy men in Scripture, it was never well with them but when they were growing:
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there is a necessity of growing. If this be true; Let us set no pitch to our selves:
there is a necessity of growing. If this be true; Let us Set no pitch to our selves:
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and abhor, abhor even as the temptation of the Devil, the conceit of fulnesse, and of self-sufficiency, to think, I know enough, what should I know more for? or perhaps, I could read at home: (as I said before.) It is Gods Ordinance,
and abhor, abhor even as the temptation of the devil, the conceit of fullness, and of self-sufficiency, to think, I know enough, what should I know more for? or perhaps, I could read At home: (as I said before.) It is God's Ordinance,
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and cursed is all private study, when it is done in contempt of the Ordinance of God.
and cursed is all private study, when it is done in contempt of the Ordinance of God.
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Take heed of such suggestions of fulnesse, and standing at a stay: No, we need a second, we need many degrees of confirmation, and strength; and all little enough.
Take heed of such suggestions of fullness, and standing At a stay: No, we need a second, we need many Degrees of confirmation, and strength; and all little enough.
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There was never any that repented of the carefull use of the means: strengthening, and proficiency, and growth in this kind is a pledge of perfection;
There was never any that repented of the careful use of the means: strengthening, and proficiency, and growth in this kind is a pledge of perfection;
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that God will perfect more and more that that he hath graciously begun.
that God will perfect more and more that that he hath graciously begun.
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I beseech you take it to heart, that we alway need a further degree of strengthening Grace while we live in this world.
I beseech you take it to heart, that we always need a further degree of strengthening Grace while we live in this world.
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The strongest Christians are most desirous of strength:
The Strongest Christians Are most desirous of strength:
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who have you that doth most hunger after the means of salvation? Surely those that have the greatest measure of grace:
who have you that does most hunger After the means of salvation? Surely those that have the greatest measure of grace:
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because with grace, the capacity of the soul is enlarged to receive more.
Because with grace, the capacity of the soul is enlarged to receive more.
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and Blessed are those that hunger, they shall be satisfied. Who care least for the means? debauched, shallow creatures, those that are Popishly conceited, such as are ill bred:
and Blessed Are those that hunger, they shall be satisfied. Who care least for the means? debauched, shallow creatures, those that Are Popishly conceited, such as Are ill bred:
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such as take scandal at all things in the communion of Saints, at holy exercises, the frequenting of publick and private duties, the making conscience of calling upon God.
such as take scandal At all things in the communion of Saints, At holy exercises, the frequenting of public and private duties, the making conscience of calling upon God.
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A Christian that knowes what it is, he thinks all the meanes little enough, he will not omit one of them, that may be a meanes of his growth and strength:
A Christian that knows what it is, he thinks all the means little enough, he will not omit one of them, that may be a means of his growth and strength:
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he thinks if he neglect one means, he decayes in all. Therefore he joyns to all means, private duties:
he thinks if he neglect one means, he decays in all. Therefore he joins to all means, private duties:
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and then publike, of hearing the Word; and he hears out of season, when he finds himself indisposed.
and then public, of hearing the Word; and he hears out of season, when he finds himself indisposed.
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As the Ministers are to preach in season, and out of season; so he heares in season, and out of season.
As the Ministers Are to preach in season, and out of season; so he hears in season, and out of season.
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And therefore of all men, he that is the most careful of his growth, is the great, the strong Christian:
And Therefore of all men, he that is the most careful of his growth, is the great, the strong Christian:
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the better he is, the more he hungers after it. Take this as a tryal:
the better he is, the more he hunger's After it. Take this as a trial:
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If you do not desire to be strengthened in good things more and more, you have no goodnesse at all.
If you do not desire to be strengthened in good things more and more, you have no Goodness At all.
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I will presse the Point no further at this time, but go on.
I will press the Point no further At this time, but go on.
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Saith Saint Paul, I was minded to come to you, that you might have a second benefit, a second Grace, that is, a confirming, strengthening grace.
Says Saint Paul, I was minded to come to you, that you might have a second benefit, a second Grace, that is, a confirming, strengthening grace.
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We all need then a second grace, a confirming grace.
We all need then a second grace, a confirming grace.
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Here I might make some Use to Ministers, (I will but touch it) to shew what their duty is to those that are under them:
Here I might make Some Use to Ministers, (I will but touch it) to show what their duty is to those that Are under them:
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every man is (as it were) a Minister in his place, to strengthen another,
every man is (as it were) a Minister in his place, to strengthen Another,
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and to exhort one another, and to bestow grace one upon another: but Ministers should do it especially.
and to exhort one Another, and to bestow grace one upon Another: but Ministers should do it especially.
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They are like those that repair the Sea-banks, the Sea gets over oft-times and eats out the banks, they must be repaire continually, they will impair else.
They Are like those that repair the Seabanks, the Sea gets over ofttimes and eats out the banks, they must be repair continually, they will impair Else.
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The Ministers pains it is like the labour of the husband-man: when he hath sowen, he must weed;
The Ministers pains it is like the labour of the husbandman: when he hath sown, he must weed;
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and when he hath weeded, he must fence, to keep it from the birds of prey,
and when he hath weeded, he must fence, to keep it from the Birds of prey,
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and the violence of beasts, &c. and he must live by faith till the grain be ready.
and the violence of beasts, etc. and he must live by faith till the grain be ready.
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So the Minister after he hath planted, he must water, and weed, and fence, and all little enough:
So the Minister After he hath planted, he must water, and weed, and fence, and all little enough:
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he must look to the banks, and many times that which he getteth in one day, he loseth in another:
he must look to the banks, and many times that which he gets in one day, he loses in Another:
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nay, oft-times the pitiful condition of a Minister is this, that at the weeks end he hath all to do again.
nay, ofttimes the pitiful condition of a Minister is this, that At the weeks end he hath all to do again.
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Another man sees an end of his work, but in this the Devil and corruption hath undone all again.
another man sees an end of his work, but in this the devil and corruption hath undone all again.
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We enforce good things on people on the Lords day: but within one day, ill company, and imployment in worldly businesse overthrowes all:
We enforce good things on people on the lords day: but within one day, ill company, and employment in worldly business overthrows all:
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the Sea banks are down, they must be new repaired;
the Sea banks Are down, they must be new repaired;
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Therefore there is a necessity laid on us of the Ordinances to our lives end, till our soules be in heaven;
Therefore there is a necessity laid on us of the Ordinances to our lives end, till our Souls be in heaven;
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there is a necessity of repairing them. We cannot be too diligent in our places. And those that have the oversight of others, let them make conscience of it; it is needful.
there is a necessity of repairing them. We cannot be too diligent in our places. And those that have the oversight of Others, let them make conscience of it; it is needful.
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And mark here in the next Point, the language of Canaan, the language of the Spirit of God, that he puts the name of Grace upon every benefit, especially those that concern a better life.
And mark Here in the next Point, the language of Canaan, the language of the Spirit of God, that he puts the name of Grace upon every benefit, especially those that concern a better life.
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Grace usually we take to be nothing but a gracious frame of heart, the new creature, as we call it:
Grace usually we take to be nothing but a gracious frame of heart, the new creature, as we call it:
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but indeed in the language of the Holy Ghost, every free gift of God that concerns our soules any way, is a grace.
but indeed in the language of the Holy Ghost, every free gift of God that concerns our Souls any Way, is a grace.
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The very Ministery is a grace. It is the grace and free love of God to give us the Ministery.
The very Ministry is a grace. It is the grace and free love of God to give us the Ministry.
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The very heart to imbrace it, and to hear it, is a grace. The very heart to give almes is a grace:
The very heart to embrace it, and to hear it, is a grace. The very heart to give alms is a grace:
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saith S. Paul, 2 Cor. 9. Thanks be to God for this unspeakable gift: for this unspeakable grace, that you had a heart to give:
Says S. Paul, 2 Cor. 9. Thanks be to God for this unspeakable gift: for this unspeakable grace, that you had a heart to give:
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so that every thing that is good, it is a Grace, a gift of God. Saint Paul conceived of his coming to them as a grace.
so that every thing that is good, it is a Grace, a gift of God. Saint Paul conceived of his coming to them as a grace.
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Indeed the Grace of God moved and directed S. Paul to come to them. It is Grace, that God directs the Preacher to speak to the people.
Indeed the Grace of God moved and directed S. Paul to come to them. It is Grace, that God directs the Preacher to speak to the people.
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It is a grace, that the Minister speaks gracious things. It is a greater grace when you close with;
It is a grace, that the Minister speaks gracious things. It is a greater grace when you close with;
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and entertain that which is spoken, all is of Grace. Your ready minds to do good it comes of God, it is a grace:
and entertain that which is spoken, all is of Grace. Your ready minds to do good it comes of God, it is a grace:
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your acceptance of God, as well as eternal life, all is of free grace.
your acceptance of God, as well as Eternal life, all is of free grace.
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The ground of it is this, as Austin (as I said) defines Predestination well, It is a destinating,
The ground of it is this, as Austin (as I said) defines Predestination well, It is a destinating,
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I take not authority here, for that which the King puts on them, or the chief Magistrate:
I take not Authority Here, for that which the King puts on them, or the chief Magistrate:
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and ordaining to a supernatural end, to everlasting salvation in the world to come, and a preparing of all means to that end.
and ordaining to a supernatural end, to everlasting salvation in the world to come, and a preparing of all means to that end.
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Why now as it is a grace that God pulls oft some men to an eternal estate of salvation in heaven, to a supernatural estate, that they could never attain without his especial Grace:
Why now as it is a grace that God pulls oft Some men to an Eternal estate of salvation in heaven, to a supernatural estate, that they could never attain without his especial Grace:
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so the preparing of all means to that end, it falls within the compasse of Predestination, within the grace.
so the preparing of all means to that end, it falls within the compass of Predestination, within the grace.
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So when we have any means prepared to bring us to that end, the offer of the Word,
So when we have any means prepared to bring us to that end, the offer of the Word,
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and the Spirit of God disposing us to imbrace the Word;
and the Spirit of God disposing us to embrace the Word;
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this preparing of the means to that end, it falls within the compasse of Predestination, we may gather our Election by it:
this preparing of the means to that end, it falls within the compass of Predestination, we may gather our Election by it:
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when we see the Word sent in favour, and have gracious hearts to receive it;
when we see the Word sent in favour, and have gracious hearts to receive it;
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this is a preparation wrought to bring us to heaven, a man may know his Election by it:
this is a preparation wrought to bring us to heaven, a man may know his Election by it:
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all is of grace that falls within the decree of grace.
all is of grace that falls within the Decree of grace.
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When God decrees to bring a man to heaven, all that helps to the main must needs be grace.
When God decrees to bring a man to heaven, all that helps to the main must needs be grace.
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The Minister is a grace, the Word a grace, opportunities to do good, a grace; the communion of Saints a grace, all that helps a man forward is a grace.
The Minister is a grace, the Word a grace, opportunities to do good, a grace; the communion of Saints a grace, all that helps a man forward is a grace.
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A gracious heart sees God in every thing, it sees Gods love in every thing: it considers of every thing that befalls it as a Grace.
A gracious heart sees God in every thing, it sees God's love in every thing: it considers of every thing that befalls it as a Grace.
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Why? From this disposition especially, because with the grace, there is grace to make a blessed use of, and to improve every thing.
Why? From this disposition especially, Because with the grace, there is grace to make a blessed use of, and to improve every thing.
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If this be so, let us look upon every benefit that concerns salvation, (though it be remote) even the very direction of good speeches to us, account it a grace.
If this be so, let us look upon every benefit that concerns salvation, (though it be remote) even the very direction of good Speeches to us, account it a grace.
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It is the grace of God that I have this opportunity, especially the publick Ministery. Saint Paul calls it a grace: let us think of it as a grace.
It is the grace of God that I have this opportunity, especially the public Ministry. Saint Paul calls it a grace: let us think of it as a grace.
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And as we do in Clocks, we go from the hammer that strikes, to the wheeles,
And as we do in Clocks, we go from the hammer that strikes, to the wheels,
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and from one wheel to another, and so to the weights that make it strike; we go to the first weight, the first wheel that moves all, and leads all.
and from one wheel to Another, and so to the weights that make it strike; we go to the First weight, the First wheel that moves all, and leads all.
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So when we see good done, look not to the good done onely, but go to the wheeles, to the weights, what moves it,
So when we see good done, look not to the good done only, but go to the wheels, to the weights, what moves it,
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and makes it strike? what sets all a going? The grace, and free love of God:
and makes it strike? what sets all a going? The grace, and free love of God:
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How shall I know that the Minister is a grace, or a good speech from a Minister to be a grace,
How shall I know that the Minister is a grace, or a good speech from a Minister to be a grace,
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when good things are spoken, when any good is done, go higher to the first wheel that sets all a going, to the grace, and free love of God.
when good things Are spoken, when any good is done, go higher to the First wheel that sets all a going, to the grace, and free love of God.
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This is the language of the Scripture, and of the Spirit of God:
This is the language of the Scripture, and of the Spirit of God:
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thus we must speak and think, to the end that God may have the glory of his grace in whatsoever good is done, or offered.
thus we must speak and think, to the end that God may have the glory of his grace in whatsoever good is done, or offered.
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When Abigail met David, and diverted him from his bloody intention to kill Nabal, and gave him counsel another way;
When Abigail met David, and diverted him from his bloody intention to kill Nabal, and gave him counsel Another Way;
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O blessed be God, and blessed be thou, and blessed be thy counsell. Oh blessed be God, and blessed be thou, and blessed be thy counsel.
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So when opportunities are offered to do good, and to hinder us from evil intentions, O blessed be thou, and blessed be thy counsel.
So when opportunities Are offered to do good, and to hinder us from evil intentions, Oh blessed be thou, and blessed be thy counsel.
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When a benefit is done, if it be a benefit of this life, take it as a grace, coming freely from God.
When a benefit is done, if it be a benefit of this life, take it as a grace, coming freely from God.
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So, a poor man, his almes is a grace, Thanks be unto God for this unspeakable gift, saith S. Paul. It is grace in him that hath it, that God should respect him so much as to relieve him.
So, a poor man, his alms is a grace, Thanks be unto God for this unspeakable gift, Says S. Paul. It is grace in him that hath it, that God should respect him so much as to relieve him.
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It is grace in the party that gives it, that he hath a heart enlarged to do it.
It is grace in the party that gives it, that he hath a heart enlarged to do it.
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So when any thing outward, or spiritual is done that is good, look on it as a grace, put that respect on it,
So when any thing outward, or spiritual is done that is good, look on it as a grace, put that respect on it,
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and that will make you holy-minded to give God his own. Our life should be a praising, and blessing of God:
and that will make you holy-minded to give God his own. Our life should be a praising, and blessing of God:
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we should begin the employment of heaven while we are on earth. How should we do that? In all things give thanks.
we should begin the employment of heaven while we Are on earth. How should we do that? In all things give thanks.
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Every good thing from God take it as a grace, as a largesse; not as due, not as coming by chance, but as a grace:
Every good thing from God take it as a grace, as a largess; not as due, not as coming by chance, but as a grace:
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and this will make us improve it as a grace for the best;
and this will make us improve it as a grace for the best;
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it will make us to give God the glory, and improve it to our own good,
it will make us to give God the glory, and improve it to our own good,
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when we are thankful for grace, that we may have cause to account it a grace.
when we Are thankful for grace, that we may have cause to account it a grace.
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Our hearts would not be so full of Atheisme, and our tongues so full of blasphemies,
Our hearts would not be so full of Atheism, and our tongues so full of Blasphemies,
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if we had learned this lesson, our lives would be a praising of God.
if we had learned this Lesson, our lives would be a praising of God.
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And that we may not want matter to feed a thankful spirit, alway consider, what good things we have, are of grace:
And that we may not want matter to feed a thankful Spirit, always Consider, what good things we have, Are of grace:
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we deserve not so much as a crumb of bread; therefore we pray, Give us this doy our daily bread.
we deserve not so much as a crumb of bred; Therefore we pray, Give us this doy our daily bred.
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Every thing is a Grace, especially the things of a better life.
Every thing is a Grace, especially the things of a better life.
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as S. Paul saith here, I intended you a second grace, that is, to speak gracious thing to you?
as S. Paul Says Here, I intended you a second grace, that is, to speak gracious thing to you?
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I shall know it, if by that gracious means, by those gracious speeches, God distill into me a spirit to improve them to gracious purposes.
I shall know it, if by that gracious means, by those gracious Speeches, God distil into me a Spirit to improve them to gracious Purposes.
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As indeed, God turns all to a gracious end to his children: he gives them a principle of grace to work good out of every thing;
As indeed, God turns all to a gracious end to his children: he gives them a principle of grace to work good out of every thing;
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they see grace in every thing: in affliction they see the love of God. In the worst things, Grace will pick out somewhat, and make use of it.
they see grace in every thing: in affliction they see the love of God. In the worst things, Grace will pick out somewhat, and make use of it.
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As God by his providence intends all to good:
As God by his providence intends all to good:
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so his Spirit by a provident eye to the Word works good out of every thing:
so his Spirit by a provident eye to the Word works good out of every thing:
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but those that have not grace, they are not grace to them, but tend to their further hardening. To end this point:
but those that have not grace, they Are not grace to them, but tend to their further hardening. To end this point:
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when you come to the Communion, come to it as a grace. It is the Grace of God that he hath ordained us to salvation;
when you come to the Communion, come to it as a grace. It is the Grace of God that he hath ordained us to salvation;
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it is the grace of God that he hath sent his Word;
it is the grace of God that he hath sent his Word;
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it is the grace of God that he hath sent his Sacrament to seal that Word, and all little enough:
it is the grace of God that he hath sent his Sacrament to seal that Word, and all little enough:
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he knowes us better then we know our selves;
he knows us better then we know our selves;
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he knowes we have need of all, to confirm and help us, the Word and the Sacraments,
he knows we have need of all, to confirm and help us, the Word and the Sacraments,
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even to the end of our dayes.
even to the end of our days.
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As the Apostle saith, Ephes. 4. To build us up. The means of grace are not onely necessary for the planting,
As the Apostle Says, Ephesians 4. To built us up. The means of grace Are not only necessary for the planting,
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but for the building up of the Church.
but for the building up of the Church.
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And therefore come with this purpose, to have Grace confirmed, and receive it as a grace of God with thankfulness;
And Therefore come with this purpose, to have Grace confirmed, and receive it as a grace of God with thankfulness;
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that God will condescend to our infirmity, to give us helps, to support our weak faith.
that God will condescend to our infirmity, to give us helps, to support our weak faith.
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It is a true proverb, Grace begets grace; it begets thankfulnesse, where it is apprehended as a grace:
It is a true proverb, Grace begets grace; it begets thankfulness, where it is apprehended as a grace:
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therefore come with a thankful disposition to the Sacrament; imbrace every Ord• … ce of God with thankfulnesse.
Therefore come with a thankful disposition to the Sacrament; embrace every Ord• … ce of God with thankfulness.
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Alas, do not thousands sit in darknesse, and in the shadow of death? they do:
Alas, do not thousands fit in darkness, and in the shadow of death? they do:
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and therefore those that find the benefit of Gods Ordinances, they are disposed by the same Spirit that works any good in them, to return thankfulnesse to God again.
and Therefore those that find the benefit of God's Ordinances, they Are disposed by the same Spirit that works any good in them, to return thankfulness to God again.
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That you might have a second Grace.
That you might have a second Grace.
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Saint Paul's purpose was to come to them, to bestow a grace, not to take from them:
Saint Paul's purpose was to come to them, to bestow a grace, not to take from them:
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to bestow good, and gracious speeches on them, which he knew the Spirit of God would make effectual, to work some good in them.
to bestow good, and gracious Speeches on them, which he knew the Spirit of God would make effectual, to work Some good in them.
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A gracious man is a vessel of grace, and he should take all occasions to vent that which is good.
A gracious man is a vessel of grace, and he should take all occasions to vent that which is good.
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When S. Paul saith, he intended to bestow a second grace;
When S. Paul Says, he intended to bestow a second grace;
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his meaning is, that he would utter things that were gracious, that the Spirit of God should seal to the soules of them that heard him, and make them effectuall.
his meaning is, that he would utter things that were gracious, that the Spirit of God should seal to the Souls of them that herd him, and make them effectual.
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Therefore every Christian should have this disposition: Saint Paul did it as a holy man, as well as a Minister.
Therefore every Christian should have this disposition: Saint Paul did it as a holy man, as well as a Minister.
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Do we think our selves vessels of grace, (as the Scripture calls the Elect, Children of God,) or no? Yes, God forbid else.
Do we think our selves vessels of grace, (as the Scripture calls the Elect, Children of God,) or not? Yes, God forbid Else.
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Now Gods Children, God hath appointed some to be vessels of Gold, some of Silver, (as the Apostle saith to Timothy,) some for this use, and some for that: all for good use.
Now God's Children, God hath appointed Some to be vessels of Gold, Some of Silver, (as the Apostle Says to Timothy,) Some for this use, and Some for that: all for good use.
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A vessel is to be filled with something, and to be used for something:
A vessel is to be filled with something, and to be used for something:
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therefore set abroach some good thing when you have the advantage of it, when you are called to it;
Therefore Set abroach Some good thing when you have the advantage of it, when you Are called to it;
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not unnecessarily to thrust forward your selves. Let the desire of your hearts be to do good upon all occasions.
not unnecessarily to thrust forward your selves. Let the desire of your hearts be to do good upon all occasions.
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A vessel of Grace must not be an empty vessel.
A vessel of Grace must not be an empty vessel.
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A Christian he is a member of Christ, and he hath a part in the communion of Saints,
A Christian he is a member of christ, and he hath a part in the communion of Saints,
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and he hath gifts for that end:
and he hath Gifts for that end:
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there is no Christian, but he can comfort, or instruct, or disswade from ill when it is moved.
there is no Christian, but he can Comfort, or instruct, or dissuade from ill when it is moved.
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There is no Christian, but he is furnished as a member ought to be, in some competent measure.
There is no Christian, but he is furnished as a member ought to be, in Some competent measure.
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There is no man that hath benefit by the communion of Saints, but he hath grace to fit him for that blessed communion:
There is no man that hath benefit by the communion of Saints, but he hath grace to fit him for that blessed communion:
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He is fitted to comfort, upon occasion; and he hath some grace, some knowledge to correct:
He is fitted to Comfort, upon occasion; and he hath Some grace, Some knowledge to correct:
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he that hath not is a dead member, not fit for that communion. Therefore we should bestow Grace where we come;
he that hath not is a dead member, not fit for that communion. Therefore we should bestow Grace where we come;
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and not leave an ill sent behind us, to infect others with filthy speeches, and blasphemous oaths, to open the rottennesse of our own hearts in their presence,
and not leave an ill sent behind us, to infect Others with filthy Speeches, and blasphemous Oaths, to open the rottenness of our own hearts in their presence,
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and so be conscious of that which is ill in them, because we strengthen it by our example, and by our words.
and so be conscious of that which is ill in them, Because we strengthen it by our Exampl, and by our words.
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S. Paul was a good man.
S. Paul was a good man.
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I come to bestow a second grace, that is, to speak that which is gracious, that Gods gracious providence shall direct to do you special good.I come to bestow a second grace, that is, to speak that which is gracious, that God's gracious providence shall Direct to do you special good.
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For Gods Word is inspired by the Spirit;
For God's Word is inspired by the Spirit;
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and the same Spirit that breathed the Word of God into the Penmen of it, the same Spirit is with the Word in the uttering of it:
and the same Spirit that breathed the Word of God into the Penmen of it, the same Spirit is with the Word in the uttering of it:
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when it is done by a gracious heart, to a gracious man, it works graciously, it hath a blessed operation with it.
when it is done by a gracious heart, to a gracious man, it works graciously, it hath a blessed operation with it.
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Therefore we should upon all good occasions speak gracious things; Divine truths, they will have a wondrous efficacy.
Therefore we should upon all good occasions speak gracious things; Divine truths, they will have a wondrous efficacy.
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If men would set on it, and be more fruitful in this kind, they should have occasion to blesse God.
If men would Set on it, and be more fruitful in this kind, they should have occasion to bless God.
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But alas, the life of a Christian is little known in the world;
But alas, the life of a Christian is little known in the world;
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we have but naked, shallow conceits of the glory of heaven, and of the state of a Christian,
we have but naked, shallow conceits of the glory of heaven, and of the state of a Christian,
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and how he lives in this world;
and how he lives in this world;
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and that makes men live such stained, such base lives, that will not stand with comfort in his world,
and that makes men live such stained, such base lives, that will not stand with Comfort in his world,
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or glory in the world to come.
or glory in the world to come.
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But a Christian should be such a one as frames his disposition to do good wheresoever he comes:
But a Christian should be such a one as frames his disposition to do good wheresoever he comes:
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and he hath ability if he be a sound Christian.
and he hath ability if he be a found Christian.
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How graciously did God blesse Abigails word to David? yet she was a mean woman.
How graciously did God bless Abigails word to David? yet she was a mean woman.
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How dost thou know, but that by uttering gracious words in company, in season (as discretion must guide all our actions, all our words,
How dost thou know, but that by uttering gracious words in company, in season (as discretion must guide all our actions, all our words,
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how doest thou know) but that thou mayest divert another man from sin, by a word in season?
how dost thou know) but that thou Mayest divert Another man from since, by a word in season?
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I beseech you carry this disposition about you, as you desire to be thought vessels of Grace here,
I beseech you carry this disposition about you, as you desire to be Thought vessels of Grace Here,
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and of glory hereafter, to be thought vessels of gold and silver, for the use of God, labour to be imployed by the Spirit of God to good purposes, that you may leave a good savour where you come:
and of glory hereafter, to be Thought vessels of gold and silver, for the use of God, labour to be employed by the Spirit of God to good Purposes, that you may leave a good savour where you come:
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that others that are acquainted with you in the time of their visitation, they may blesse God, that ever they were acquainted with such a friend:
that Others that Are acquainted with you in the time of their Visitation, they may bless God, that ever they were acquainted with such a friend:
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Blessed be God that I knew him:
Blessed be God that I knew him:
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As it will be our joy at that day, so it will be one anothers joy here;
As it will be our joy At that day, so it will be one another's joy Here;
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for God blesseth the exhortations, and comforts of friends one to another, as well as the Ministerial oft-times.
for God Blesses the exhortations, and comforts of Friends one to Another, as well as the Ministerial ofttimes.
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So I come to the 16. Verse;
So I come to the 16. Verse;
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how he meant to come to them to Corinth: saith he, I was minded to come to you.
how he meant to come to them to Corinth: Says he, I was minded to come to you.
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VERSE XVI.VERSE XVI.
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And to passe by you into Macedonia, and to come again out of Macedonia unto you,
And to pass by you into Macedonia, and to come again out of Macedonia unto you,
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and of you to be brought on my way to Judea. SEe what a Circuit the blessed Apostle fetched;
and of you to be brought on my Way to Judea. SEe what a Circuit the blessed Apostle fetched;
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indeed he was industrious after his conversion: he made amends for his harsh conversion by his speedy labours:
indeed he was Industria After his conversion: he made amends for his harsh conversion by his speedy labours:
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For he spread the Gospel like lightning through all the world almost:
For he spread the Gospel like lightning through all the world almost:
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his course was like the course of the Sun, he went every where spreading the Gospel.
his course was like the course of the Sun, he went every where spreading the Gospel.
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We see his Circuit here, To passe by you into Macedonia, and to come again from Macedonia to you,
We see his Circuit Here, To pass by you into Macedonia, and to come again from Macedonia to you,
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and by you to be brought on my way to Judea. There is little to be Observed here, because it is a passage to other things, and circumstantial:and by you to be brought on my Way to Judea. There is little to be Observed Here, Because it is a passage to other things, and circumstantial:
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(17) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I will not dwell on it. Onely this by the way:
I will not dwell on it. Only this by the Way:
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(17) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we see here, That It is a commendable custome among the people of God, to bring one another on their way, by way of honour and respect.
we see Here, That It is a commendable custom among the people of God, to bring one Another on their Way, by Way of honour and respect.
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Partly it was for his security, and safety: but especially for the honour of his person.
Partly it was for his security, and safety: but especially for the honour of his person.
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And they knew that it would not be a barren courtesie:
And they knew that it would not be a barren courtesy:
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for they knew that he was a man of a blessed spirit, so thankful, that he would deceive all the tediousnesse of the journey, by his heavenly discourse.
for they knew that he was a man of a blessed Spirit, so thankful, that he would deceive all the tediousness of the journey, by his heavenly discourse.
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(17) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And he intended their good as well as his own. You may see therefore, Religion establisheth courtesie.
And he intended their good as well as his own. You may see Therefore, Religion Establisheth courtesy.
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Saith the Apostle to the Philippians, Chap. 4. 8. Whatsoever things are of good report, whatsoever things are lovely, (he goes over many instances) think of these things. Ths same command of God that urgeth,
Says the Apostle to the Philippians, Chap. 4. 8. Whatsoever things Are of good report, whatsoever things Are lovely, (he Goes over many instances) think of these things. This same command of God that urges,
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(17) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and presseth love, it commands all the expressions of love, and all the means to kindle love.
and Presseth love, it commands all the expressions of love, and all the means to kindle love.
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Now this, their carrying of him, and going on the way with him, which was for honour and respect of so excellent a person, that he deserved so well of them;
Now this, their carrying of him, and going on the Way with him, which was for honour and respect of so excellent a person, that he deserved so well of them;
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(17) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it was an expression of their love, and a means to preserve it. I shall not need to prove it, it is taken for granted.
it was an expression of their love, and a means to preserve it. I shall not need to prove it, it is taken for granted.
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Those complements that expresse and maintain love, they are good, when the outward expression, and the inward affection go together.
Those compliments that express and maintain love, they Are good, when the outward expression, and the inward affection go together.
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(17) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and course of life, he appeals to his own conscience, This is our rejoycing, the testimony of our conscience, &c.
and course of life, he appeals to his own conscience, This is our rejoicing, the testimony of our conscience, etc.
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I speak this by the way; to shew, that Religion doth not countenance incivility. Therefore those that affect unnecessary sternnesse, and unnecessary retirednesse, it is not out of Religion:
I speak this by the Way; to show, that Religion does not countenance incivility. Therefore those that affect unnecessary sternness, and unnecessary retiredness, it is not out of Religion:
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Religion stablisheth whatsoever is good, whatsoever is of good report, whatsoever may maintain love: so much as a man is defective in this, he is defective in Religion;
Religion stablisheth whatsoever is good, whatsoever is of good report, whatsoever may maintain love: so much as a man is defective in this, he is defective in Religion;
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(17) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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unlesse his affections and intentions at that time be deeply taken up by serious things:
unless his affections and intentions At that time be deeply taken up by serious things:
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For then lesser things must give way to the greater, or else there is no excuse.
For then lesser things must give Way to the greater, or Else there is no excuse.
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For Religion is a thing of a large extent, even duties of Civility, and courtesie, and whatsoever may expresse and maintain love, is established by Religion.
For Religion is a thing of a large extent, even duties of Civility, and courtesy, and whatsoever may express and maintain love, is established by Religion.
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We see in Gen. 18. when Abraham entertained the Angels, he led them on their way.
We see in Gen. 18. when Abraham entertained the Angels, he led them on their Way.
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And so in Act. 15. The company sent them on their way; and we see in Scripture many common courtesies.
And so in Act. 15. The company sent them on their Way; and we see in Scripture many Common courtesies.
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(17) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But I do but touch it by the way: because this whole Verse is but a passage to another thing;
But I do but touch it by the Way: Because this Whole Verse is but a passage to Another thing;
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(17) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore I come to the seventeenth Verse.
Therefore I come to the seventeenth Verse.
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VERSE XVII.
VERSE XVII.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When I therefore was thus minded (to come unto you) did I use lightnesse? or the things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the flesh, that with me there should be yea, yea, and nay, nay?
When I Therefore was thus minded (to come unto you) did I use lightness? or the things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the Flesh, that with me there should be yea, yea, and nay, nay?
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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THe Apostle still goes on to prevent scandal: Wo to the world, because of offences, saith our blessed Saviour; especially offences taken:
THe Apostle still Goes on to prevent scandal: Woe to the world, Because of offences, Says our blessed Saviour; especially offences taken:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because our nature is so corrupt, that it is subject to take offence where none is given:
Because our nature is so corrupt, that it is Subject to take offence where none is given:
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it will pick quarrels enough to go to hell. Proud men that have only nature in them, they will not be damned without reason.
it will pick quarrels enough to go to hell. Proud men that have only nature in them, they will not be damned without reason.
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Tush, I had been good, say they, but for such and such.
Tush, I had been good, say they, but for such and such.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now S. Paul was a man much exercised with the crosse, he wipes away scandal from that (as we heard) in the first part of the Chapter, he saith, As his crosses for Christ abounded,
Now S. Paul was a man much exercised with the cross, he wipes away scandal from that (as we herd) in the First part of the Chapter, he Says, As his Crosses for christ abounded,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so his comforts in Christ abounded, he lost nothing by it, Again, they took offence that he promised to come to them, and did not;
so his comforts in christ abounded, he lost nothing by it, Again, they took offence that he promised to come to them, and did not;
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especially some that were not well-willers to him: therefore he labours to satisfie that.
especially Some that were not well-willers to him: Therefore he labours to satisfy that.
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And first, that he might the better satisfie them that he was no inconstant man, no unsettled man, he premiseth a description of his own disposition,
And First, that he might the better satisfy them that he was no inconstant man, no unsettled man, he premiseth a description of his own disposition,
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And then he appeales to their conscience.
And then he appeals to their conscience.
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A manifest note of a man confident, that dares appeal to his own conscience, and to the conscience of another.
A manifest note of a man confident, that dares appeal to his own conscience, and to the conscience of Another.
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Obnoxious men are alwaies afraid, not only of their own conscience, (lest it should tell them that which they would be loath to hear,) but they are afraid of the consciences of others likewise.
Obnoxious men Are always afraid, not only of their own conscience, (lest it should tell them that which they would be loath to hear,) but they Are afraid of the Consciences of Others likewise.
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Saint Paul appeals to their conscience, I write no other things then what you read and acknowledge, &c.
Saint Paul appeals to their conscience, I write no other things then what you read and acknowledge, etc.
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And so he comes more directly to satisfie their suspition of him for his not coming to them.
And so he comes more directly to satisfy their suspicion of him for his not coming to them.
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In this Verse he labours to remove their false imputation, When I was thus minded to come unto you, did I use lightnesse?
In this Verse he labours to remove their false imputation, When I was thus minded to come unto you, did I use lightness?
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Wherein you have S. Paul's purgation of himself:
Wherein you have S. Paul's purgation of himself:
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here is a prevention of an Objection of suspition, that the flesh will move in them that have doubtful suspitious minds. Why;
Here is a prevention of an Objection of suspicion, that the Flesh will move in them that have doubtful suspicious minds. Why;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if you intended to come, why did you not? Saith he, When I was thus minded, did I use lightnesse? First, Observe hence in general, That Men are wondrous prone to jealousie and suspition.
if you intended to come, why did you not? Says he, When I was thus minded, did I use lightness? First, Observe hence in general, That Men Are wondrous prove to jealousy and suspicion.
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It is the state of Gods Children here in this world to have suspitions raised of them; It is the state of God's Children Here in this world to have suspicions raised of them;
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they are obnoxious to slanders, and imputations, and they are forced to their apologies. Men are prone to suspition, yea, and good men too:
they Are obnoxious to slanders, and imputations, and they Are forced to their apologies. Men Are prove to suspicion, yea, and good men too:
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as here, they took his not coming in the worst part, by the wrong handle.
as Here, they took his not coming in the worst part, by the wrong handle.
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That is suspition, when there are two handles of a thing, two apprehensions of a thing,
That is suspicion, when there Are two handles of a thing, two apprehensions of a thing,
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and there is a pronenesse in the mind to the worst part; to take things in an ill sense.
and there is a proneness in the mind to the worst part; to take things in an ill sense.
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They might have construed it many wayes better then thus: but they thought the worst of him;
They might have construed it many ways better then thus: but they Thought the worst of him;
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he is light in his promises, he will say, and unsay again: he is off and on.
he is Light in his promises, he will say, and unsay again: he is off and on.
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This is in natural men, yea, in Christians; as far forth as they have old Adam in them, they are prone to suspition. Whence is this?
This is in natural men, yea, in Christians; as Far forth as they have old Adam in them, they Are prove to suspicion. Whence is this?
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Partly out of the poyson and malice of mans nature in many, esteeming others by themselves:
Partly out of the poison and malice of men nature in many, esteeming Others by themselves:
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for the worst natures are alway most suspicious, out of a privity of their own indisposition in themselves:
for the worst nature's Are always most suspicious, out of a privity of their own indisposition in themselves:
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usually those that deserve worst, are most jealous, because there is most cause.
usually those that deserve worst, Are most jealous, Because there is most cause.
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Conscience of a mans own imperfections and weaknesse makes him think others to be as he himself is.
Conscience of a men own imperfections and weakness makes him think Others to be as he himself is.
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And again, there is envy in mans nature toward excellent persons especially. The malice of mans nature cannot abide eminency in others:
And again, there is envy in men nature towards excellent Persons especially. The malice of men nature cannot abide eminency in Others:
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The false Teachers among the Corinthians they saw that Paul stood in their light, therefore they labour to eclipse and obscure him all they could.
The false Teachers among the Corinthians they saw that Paul stood in their Light, Therefore they labour to eclipse and Obscure him all they could.
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Hence it is, that men are willing to entertain willingly any suspition:
Hence it is, that men Are willing to entertain willingly any suspicion:
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For not being willing out of basenesse to rise to their greatnesse and excellency, they labour to bring them down by their suspition to their basenesse,
For not being willing out of baseness to rise to their greatness and excellency, they labour to bring them down by their suspicion to their baseness,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and meannesse, that all may be ill alike. Therefore basenesse is subject to suspition, and the fruit of suspition, that is, slander:
and meanness, that all may be ill alike. Therefore baseness is Subject to suspicion, and the fruit of suspicion, that is, slander:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to take every thing in suspition, and to utter it in words: because they would have men of eminency brought down to their meannesse:
to take every thing in suspicion, and to utter it in words: Because they would have men of eminency brought down to their meanness:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and if they cannot do it indeed, they will bring them by reports as low as they can, that they speak,
and if they cannot do it indeed, they will bring them by reports as low as they can, that they speak,
cc cs pns32 vmbx vdi pn31 av, pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n2 c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vmb, cst pns32 vvb,
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and unspeak, and are inconstant as other men. There are many causes of this; and therefore S. Paul seeing the basenesse of it, he stands the more upon it.
and unspeak, and Are inconstant as other men. There Are many Causes of this; and Therefore S. Paul seeing the baseness of it, he Stands the more upon it.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How shall we arm our selves against this suspition, and the fruit of it? how shall we carry our selves against this disposition of men among whom we live? I answer briefly:
How shall we arm our selves against this suspicion, and the fruit of it? how shall we carry our selves against this disposition of men among whom we live? I answer briefly:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First, labour for innocency, that if they will speak maliciously, yet they may speak falsly.
First, labour for innocency, that if they will speak maliciously, yet they may speak falsely.
ord, vvb p-acp n1, cst cs pns32 vmb vvi av-j, av pns32 vmb vvi av-j.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2178
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Saith S. Ambrose, Et nobis malus, &c. Our care must be that no man speak ill of us without a lie:
Says S. Ambrose, Et nobis malus, etc. Our care must be that no man speak ill of us without a lie:
vvz np1 np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, av po12 n1 vmb vbi cst dx n1 vvb av-jn pp-f pno12 p-acp dt n1:
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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let us live so, that no man may believe them: labour for innocency therefore; but that will not do.
let us live so, that no man may believe them: labour for innocency Therefore; but that will not do.
vvb pno12 vvi av, cst dx n1 vmb vvi pno32: vvb p-acp n1 av; cc-acp cst vmb xx vdi.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore Patience in the next place: for innocency could not fence Christ himself, who was Innocency cloathed with our flesh:
Therefore Patience in the next place: for innocency could not fence christ himself, who was Innocency clothed with our Flesh:
av n1 p-acp dt ord n1: p-acp n1 vmd xx vvi np1 px31, r-crq vbds n1 vvn p-acp po12 n1:
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if innocency will not prevail to make men hold their tongue from speaking their suspitious minds; then labour for Patience.
if innocency will not prevail to make men hold their tongue from speaking their suspicious minds; then labour for Patience.
cs n1 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi n2 vvb po32 n1 p-acp vvg po32 j n2; av n1 p-acp n1.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But that will not do neither, but men go on still; then Prayer, that was Davids course:
But that will not do neither, but men go on still; then Prayer, that was Davids course:
p-acp d vmb xx vdi d, cc-acp n2 vvb p-acp av; av n1, cst vbds npg1 n1:
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that God would defend our innocency, and take our cause into his hands, and bring forth our innocency as the light, to judge for us.
that God would defend our innocency, and take our cause into his hands, and bring forth our innocency as the Light, to judge for us.
cst np1 vmd vvi po12 n1, cc vvb po12 n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvi av po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And when nothing else will serve the turn, neither Innocency, nor Patience, &c. then just Apology,
And when nothing Else will serve the turn, neither Innocency, nor Patience, etc. then just Apology,
cc c-crq pix av vmb vvi dt n1, dx n1, ccx n1, av av j n1,
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and defence, as we see the Apostle doth here defend himself: For it is not for publick persons to dissemble slanders;
and defence, as we see the Apostle does Here defend himself: For it is not for public Persons to dissemble slanders;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and especially for them not to suffer ill suspitions to rest in the hearts of those that are under them.
and especially for them not to suffer ill suspicions to rest in the hearts of those that Are under them.
cc av-j p-acp pno32 xx pc-acp vvi j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vbr p-acp pno32.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore the Apostle is enforced through Christian prudence to his Apology, to wipe away the imputation;
Therefore the Apostle is Enforced through Christian prudence to his Apology, to wipe away the imputation;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When I was thus minded, did I use lightnesse, saith he? This I Observe in general.When I was thus minded, did I use lightness, Says he? This I Observe in general.
c-crq pns11 vbds av vvn, vdd pns11 vvi n1, vvz pns31? d pns11 vvb p-acp n1.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now because suspition is a doubtful thing, it is either good or evil; how shall we know when suspition is naught, and evil?
Now Because suspicion is a doubtful thing, it is either good or evil; how shall we know when suspicion is nought, and evil?
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First of all, when it is out of misconstruction;
First of all, when it is out of misconstruction;
ord pp-f d, c-crq pn31 vbz av pp-f n1;
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2183
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when it is from weak grounds, or doubtful grounds, then it is ill for the ground.
when it is from weak grounds, or doubtful grounds, then it is ill for the ground.
c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp j n2, cc j n2, cs pn31 vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Or it is ill likewise when it ill affects, and swayes, and disposeth the mind: if it dispose the affections to malice, to the suppression of love;
Or it is ill likewise when it ill affects, and sways, and Disposeth the mind: if it dispose the affections to malice, to the suppression of love;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2184
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if it discover it self to come to slander. As here in this place, they thought presently it was lightnesse in him;
if it discover it self to come to slander. As Here in this place, they Thought presently it was lightness in him;
cs pn31 vvi pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi. p-acp av p-acp d n1, pns32 vvd av-j pn31 vbds n1 p-acp pno31;
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2184
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here was a misconstruction, here was a false ground.
Here was a misconstruction, Here was a false ground.
av vbds dt n1, av vbds dt j n1.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2184
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What did this incline them to do? From inconstancy presently they flye to his disposition, from suspition to slander his disposition. They enter into Gods Throne:
What did this incline them to do? From inconstancy presently they fly to his disposition, from suspicion to slander his disposition. They enter into God's Throne:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2184
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his purposes, and projects certainly they were naught. Carnal proud man will enter into Gods Throne, and judge a mans thoughts, and purposes, and intentions.
his Purposes, and projects Certainly they were nought. Carnal proud man will enter into God's Throne, and judge a men thoughts, and Purposes, and intentions.
po31 n2, cc n2 av-j pns32 vbdr pix. j j n1 vmb vvi p-acp ng1 n1, cc vvi dt ng1 n2, cc n2, cc n2.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2184
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10901
Then a man may know his suspition is not right, when it enters too deep, when it riseth from false grounds, from suspitious grounds;
Then a man may know his suspicion is not right, when it enters too deep, when it Riseth from false grounds, from suspicious grounds;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2184
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and brings men from actions, to go to the disposition;
and brings men from actions, to go to the disposition;
cc vvz n2 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1;
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2184
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10903
Did I use lightnesse? or the things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the flesh? that is, Carnally, as they thought: this entred to his disposition.Did I use lightness? or the things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the Flesh? that is, Carnally, as they Thought: this entered to his disposition.
vdd pns11 vvi n1? cc dt n2 cst pns11 vvb, vdb pns11 vvb vvg p-acp dt n1? cst vbz, av-j, c-acp pns32 vvd: d vvd p-acp po31 n1.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2184
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10904
Then again, when it stirres us up to speak in slander, when we speak without cause or ground.
Then again, when it stirs us up to speak in slander, when we speak without cause or ground.
av av, c-crq pn31 n2 pno12 a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then when it inclines a man from an errour in one thing, to go to the habitual disposition in all things.
Then when it inclines a man from an error in one thing, to go to the habitual disposition in all things.
av c-crq pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n2.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2185
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As here now, because in one thing the Apostle was inconstant, and did not come to them, they went to his habitual disposition in all things.
As Here now, Because in one thing the Apostle was inconstant, and did not come to them, they went to his habitual disposition in all things.
p-acp av av, c-acp p-acp crd n1 dt n1 vbds j, cc vdd xx vvi p-acp pno32, pns32 vvd p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp d n2.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2185
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Nay, you may see what he is, you see what we are like to have from him in other things, he doth but purpose things according to the flesh;
Nay, you may see what he is, you see what we Are like to have from him in other things, he does but purpose things according to the Flesh;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2185
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he hath his own aimes I warrant you.
he hath his own aims I warrant you.
pns31 vhz po31 d n2 pns11 vvb pn22.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2185
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So when from one thing we presently judge that he purposeth other things according to the flesh, that is a bad suspition:
So when from one thing we presently judge that he Purposes other things according to the Flesh, that is a bad suspicion:
av c-crq p-acp crd n1 pns12 av-j vvb cst pns31 vvz j-jn n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, cst vbz dt j n1:
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2185
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when a man goes from one thing, to the habitual disposition. When I was thus minded, did I use lightnesse?
when a man Goes from one thing, to the habitual disposition. When I was thus minded, did I use lightness?
c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp crd n1, p-acp dt j n1. c-crq pns11 vbds av vvn, vdd pns11 vvi n1?
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2185
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The more to convince them of their suspition, and hard surmises, he cites them, and propounds as it were interrogatories to them; I pray answer me; saith he;
The more to convince them of their suspicion, and hard surmises, he cites them, and propounds as it were interrogatories to them; I pray answer me; Says he;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2186
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When I was thus minded, did I use lightnesse? as you imagine? Or the things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the flesh? &c. After he had cleared his purpose before,When I was thus minded, did I use lightness? as you imagine? Or the things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the Flesh? etc. After he had cleared his purpose before,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2186
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and cleared his conscience, now he comes to propound it to their conscience: because he would have them to think;
and cleared his conscience, now he comes to propound it to their conscience: Because he would have them to think;
cc vvd po31 n1, av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n1: c-acp pns31 vmd vhi pno32 pc-acp vvi;
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2186
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10914
that if he were such a man as he shewed himself before, that he had a good conscience in all things,
that if he were such a man as he showed himself before, that he had a good conscience in all things,
cst cs pns31 vbdr d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvd px31 a-acp, cst pns31 vhd dt j n1 p-acp d n2,
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2186
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and a good affection to them, that they should not have had a misconstruction of that particular failing, that he came not to them when he purposed:
and a good affection to them, that they should not have had a misconstruction of that particular failing, that he Come not to them when he purposed:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2186
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for particular actions must be construed according to a mans habitual carriage, and affection. You see how I have laboured in all things to have a good conscience;
for particular actions must be construed according to a men habitual carriage, and affection. You see how I have laboured in all things to have a good conscience;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and for you, you acknowledge that I purposed to come to you: therefore you should construe my actions according to that intention.
and for you, you acknowledge that I purposed to come to you: Therefore you should construe my actions according to that intention.
cc c-acp pn22, pn22 vvb cst pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22: av pn22 vmd vvi po11 n2 vvg p-acp d n1.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now having cleared my disposition, and intention to you; you see your errour in misconstruing my not coming to you:
Now having cleared my disposition, and intention to you; you see your error in misconstruing my not coming to you:
av vhg vvn po11 n1, cc n1 p-acp pn22; pn22 vvb po22 n1 p-acp vvg po11 xx vvg p-acp pn22:
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So he comes to it in good season after he had freed himself to them. When I was thus minded, did I use lightnesse? &c. These things he declines, Lightnesse, or Inconstancy.
So he comes to it in good season After he had freed himself to them. When I was thus minded, did I use lightness? etc. These things he declines, Lightness, or Inconstancy.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2186
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Purposing, or Deliberating according to the flesh. And then inconstancy in his speeches, that they should be yea, yea, nay, nay. Purposing, or Deliberating according to the Flesh. And then inconstancy in his Speeches, that they should be yea, yea, nay, nay.
vvg, cc vvg vvg p-acp dt n1. cc av n1 p-acp po31 n2, cst pns32 vmd vbi uh, uh, uh, uh.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Point that I Observe from the first concerning Lightnesse, is, That Every Christian, especially Ministers and publick men should labour by all means to avoid the just imputation of lightnesse, and inconstancy.
The Point that I Observe from the First Concerning Lightness, is, That Every Christian, especially Ministers and public men should labour by all means to avoid the just imputation of lightness, and inconstancy.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The imputation of Lightnesse is especially to be avoided of those that are in place.
The imputation of Lightness is especially to be avoided of those that Are in place.
dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d cst vbr p-acp n1.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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10923
Lightnesse and inconstancy, what is that? when a man hath not pitched his resolutions and purposes to one thing;
Lightness and inconstancy, what is that? when a man hath not pitched his resolutions and Purposes to one thing;
n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz d? c-crq dt n1 vhz xx vvn po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp crd n1;
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when a man doth not stand in his purposes. Now a man must avoid imputations of lightnesse, especially persons of quality. Why?
when a man does not stand in his Purposes. Now a man must avoid imputations of lightness, especially Persons of quality. Why?
c-crq dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp po31 n2. av dt n1 vmb vvi n2 pp-f n1, av-j n2 pp-f n1. q-crq?
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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(Not to speak all that might be said in the Point) Especially for this end, to preserve authority.
(Not to speak all that might be said in the Point) Especially for this end, to preserve Authority.
(xx pc-acp vvi d cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1) av-j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi n1.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Authority is that that furnisheth a man in his place, in Magistracy, or Ministery wondrously to prevail, to do good.
authority is that that furnisheth a man in his place, in Magistracy, or Ministry wondrously to prevail, to do good.
n1 vbz d cst vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1, cc n1 av-j pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vdi j.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2193
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but authority is that high respect that the people have of the eminency of their parts, and honesty;
but Authority is that high respect that the people have of the eminency of their parts, and honesty;
cc-acp n1 vbz d j n1 cst dt n1 vhb pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc n1;
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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an impression of somewhat more then ordinary in them: this is that authority, a beam of excellency that God doth infuse, for the strengthening,
an impression of somewhat more then ordinary in them: this is that Authority, a beam of excellency that God does infuse, for the strengthening,
dt n1 pp-f av dc cs j p-acp pno32: d vbz d n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cst np1 vdz vvi, p-acp dt vvg,
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2193
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and fortifying of his own Ordinance:
and fortifying of his own Ordinance:
cc vvg pp-f po31 d n1:
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2193
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what reason is there else that a thousand should be subject to one man? but that God doth put a Majesty upon his own Ordinance,
what reason is there Else that a thousand should be Subject to one man? but that God does put a Majesty upon his own Ordinance,
r-crq n1 vbz a-acp av cst dt crd vmd vbi j-jn p-acp crd n1? cc-acp cst np1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1,
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and upon the persons in it; and this respect to it must be maintained, by a uniform constant carriage.
and upon the Persons in it; and this respect to it must be maintained, by a uniform constant carriage.
cc p-acp dt n2 p-acp pn31; cc d n1 p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp dt j j n1.
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now when people shall see, that they are as in their place, so in their disposition, great,
Now when people shall see, that they Are as in their place, so in their disposition, great,
av c-crq n1 vmb vvi, cst pns32 vbr a-acp p-acp po32 n1, av p-acp po32 n1, j,
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2193
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and serious, and weighty, and firm in their resolutions, that they may build on them,
and serious, and weighty, and firm in their resolutions, that they may built on them,
cc j, cc j, cc j p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32,
(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and know where to have them (as we say) it breeds authority, and maintains authority:
and know where to have them (as we say) it breeds Authority, and maintains Authority:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For then what they say is regarded, and how their affections stand: if it be love, it is much sought after;
For then what they say is regarded, and how their affections stand: if it be love, it is much sought After;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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10937
if displeasure, it is much feared: for they are men of a fixed disposition, it gains wondrous respect.
if displeasure, it is much feared: for they Are men of a fixed disposition, it gains wondrous respect.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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10938
Let men be never so great, if they be such as S. Paul here declines from himself, that they use lightnesse, they lose their authority.
Let men be never so great, if they be such as S. Paul Here declines from himself, that they use lightness, they loose their Authority.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Authority is the special help that Governours have to rule, and that Ministers have to prevail:
authority is the special help that Governors have to Rule, and that Ministers have to prevail:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2194
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10940
now, nothing weakens esteem and authority more, then when men are tossed between the waves of contrary affections:
now, nothing weakens esteem and Authority more, then when men Are tossed between the waves of contrary affections:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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10941
when men are such as we know not where to have them, as we say, off, and on; fast, and loose: one while fitting, another, standing:
when men Are such as we know not where to have them, as we say, off, and on; fast, and lose: one while fitting, Another, standing:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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10942
no man will build on them, or much regard their love, or hatred.
no man will built on them, or much regard their love, or hatred.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2194
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10943
Now you know Authority is a beam of Majesty, and God hath put it upon Magistrates above others;
Now you know authority is a beam of Majesty, and God hath put it upon Magistrates above Others;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2195
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10944
and imprinted likewise the respect of it in the peoples hearts, to maintain the World, the pillars of the earth will shake else, as the Psalmist saith.
and imprinted likewise the respect of it in the peoples hearts, to maintain the World, the pillars of the earth will shake Else, as the Psalmist Says.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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10945
What would become of the Pillars of Government, if it were not for Authority in them that are above,
What would become of the Pillars of Government, if it were not for authority in them that Are above,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2195
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10946
and respect of that Authority, an impression of it in them that are under.
and respect of that authority, an impression of it in them that Are under.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2195
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10947
Now there are many grounds of Authority, as successe, when God blesseth them with it wonderfully to admiration;
Now there Are many grounds of authority, as success, when God Blesses them with it wonderfully to admiration;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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10948
and good parts, &c. but one main Ground of Authority is Constancy, and firmnesse: this raiseth a high respect in the hearts of the people.
and good parts, etc. but one main Ground of authority is Constancy, and firmness: this Raiseth a high respect in the hearts of the people.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2196
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10949
I will not multiply reasons why those that are in place should avoid the imputation of lightnesse.
I will not multiply Reasons why those that Are in place should avoid the imputation of lightness.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2197
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10950
Ministers especially should take heed of it; because they are Ministers of Gods truth:
Ministers especially should take heed of it; Because they Are Ministers of God's truth:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2197
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10951
and if they take not heed of it, people will be ready to go from their moral civil carriage, to their doctrine;
and if they take not heed of it, people will be ready to go from their moral civil carriage, to their Doctrine;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2197
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10952
and think there is an uncertainty in that they speak, because they do not regard what they say.
and think there is an uncertainty in that they speak, Because they do not regard what they say.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2197
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10953
But let me adde this by the way, Mater erroris similitudo, Likenesse is the mother of errour:
But let me add this by the Way, Mater Error similitudo, Likeness is the mother of error:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2198
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10954
so there is somewhat like Constancy in Governours, and others, when they are nothing lesse, but meerly refractory, and obstinate:
so there is somewhat like Constancy in Governors, and Others, when they Are nothing less, but merely refractory, and obstinate:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2198
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10955
to maintain the reputation of constancy, they will run into the fault of wilfulnesse.
to maintain the reputation of constancy, they will run into the fault of wilfulness.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2198
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10956
Such as are subject that way, had need of strong wits to rule their strong wills, to guide them,
Such as Are Subject that Way, had need of strong wits to Rule their strong wills, to guide them,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2198
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10957
or else wo be to those that have to deal with them: that I thought good to adde, left we mistake.
or Else woe be to those that have to deal with them: that I Thought good to add, left we mistake.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2198
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10958
We should all labour to avoid inconstancy and lightnesse in our resolutions, in our purposes, and affections.
We should all labour to avoid inconstancy and lightness in our resolutions, in our Purposes, and affections.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2199
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10959
If we ought to avoid it, how shall we come to know it? what is the ground of lightnesse? The grounds are many.
If we ought to avoid it, how shall we come to know it? what is the ground of lightness? The grounds Are many.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2200
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10960
Sometimes from the temper of the body:
Sometime from the temper of the body:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2201
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10961
some are of a moveable temper, of a moveable, quick spirit, that they cannot out of their constitution fix long,
Some Are of a movable temper, of a movable, quick Spirit, that they cannot out of their constitution fix long,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2201
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10962
except they set weights upon nature. I am by disposition thus; but my resolution shall be otherwise:
except they Set weights upon nature. I am by disposition thus; but my resolution shall be otherwise:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2201
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10963
as where Grace and wisdome is, it will fix the temper, and fix the resolution, and the thoughts.
as where Grace and Wisdom is, it will fix the temper, and fix the resolution, and the thoughts.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2201
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10964
This I could not do, if I should yield to my own disposition; but this I will do, and I should do:
This I could not do, if I should yield to my own disposition; but this I will do, and I should do:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2201
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10965
there are many resolutions, as in the younger sort, and some out of their very temper are more fixed, and resolved.
there Are many resolutions, as in the younger sort, and Some out of their very temper Are more fixed, and resolved.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2201
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10966
But now consider it as it is in Religion, Lightnesse comes out of the disposition of the mind.
But now Consider it as it is in Religion, Lightness comes out of the disposition of the mind.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2202
Image 5
10967
Inconsideration oft-times is the ground, when we do not see the circumstances of a thing that we promise, or purpose.
Inconsideration ofttimes is the ground, when we do not see the Circumstances of a thing that we promise, or purpose.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2203
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10968
You know there is nothing comes to action, but it is beset with circumstances;
You know there is nothing comes to actium, but it is beset with Circumstances;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2203
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10969
there are advantages of it, and there are stops, and hinderances of it, somewhat may fall out:
there Are advantages of it, and there Are stops, and hindrances of it, somewhat may fallen out:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2203
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10990
but it is inconstancy, when the things are mutable, and variable, and we do not think of it as we should.
but it is inconstancy, when the things Are mutable, and variable, and we do not think of it as we should.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2206
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10970
Every thing that comes to action is besieged with circumstances: circumstances you know have their name of standing about a businesse, about a thing:
Every thing that comes to actium is besieged with Circumstances: Circumstances you know have their name of standing about a business, about a thing:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2203
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10971
now when the things that are about, the impediments, and the hindrances, and lets are not weighed, a rash man sees not the things, he considers not the things that he enters upon:
now when the things that Are about, the impediments, and the hindrances, and lets Are not weighed, a rash man sees not the things, he considers not the things that he enters upon:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2203
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10972
he resolves without considering the circumstances that beset the thing:
he resolves without considering the Circumstances that beset the thing:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2203
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10973
he never considers what oppositions he may meet with, or what advantages there be which perhaps he neglects:
he never considers what oppositions he may meet with, or what advantages there be which perhaps he neglects:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2203
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10974
but he thinks of the thing, it is good, and suitable to his purpose:
but he thinks of the thing, it is good, and suitable to his purpose:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2203
Image 5
10975
he resolves, and never considers the circumstances about a thing, but runs on in confidence of his own wit,
he resolves, and never considers the Circumstances about a thing, but runs on in confidence of his own wit,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2203
Image 5
10976
and parts, and thinks to rule all by the strength of his wit; not foreseeing, not casting in his mind, to prevent before-hand what may fall out.
and parts, and thinks to Rule all by the strength of his wit; not Foreseeing, not casting in his mind, to prevent beforehand what may fallen out.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2203
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10977
It is just with God to shame such men; frustration of their purposes, it is a just reward of their folly.
It is just with God to shame such men; frustration of their Purposes, it is a just reward of their folly.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2203
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10978
Therefore we should take heed of Inconsideration, and have our eyes in our heads, to set the soul to foresee what possibility there is of the businesse, and what may fall out:
Therefore we should take heed of Inconsideration, and have our eyes in our Heads, to Set the soul to foresee what possibility there is of the business, and what may fallen out:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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10979
this is the right way, if we would avoid imputation of lightnesse.
this is the right Way, if we would avoid imputation of lightness.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2203
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10980
Again, another ground of lightnesse, and of that decay in authority and respect that comes from it, is the passion of men: therefore they are light;
Again, Another ground of lightness, and of that decay in Authority and respect that comes from it, is the passion of men: Therefore they Are Light;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2204
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10981
they are carried with the hurry, and wind of their passion. And Satan joynes with passion.
they Are carried with the hurry, and wind of their passion. And Satan joins with passion.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2204
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10982
A passionate man is subject to Satan more then a man that is led by reason, or with grace.
A passionate man is Subject to Satan more then a man that is led by reason, or with grace.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2204
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10983
For that is a beam of God; even reason it self, judgment, it is an excellent thing, and it prevents many temptations.
For that is a beam of God; even reason it self, judgement, it is an excellent thing, and it prevents many temptations.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2204
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10984
Give not way to passion, for those are unreasonable things.
Give not Way to passion, for those Are unreasonable things.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2205
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10985
As we see Saul in his passion, Satan, the evill spirit mingled with his passion of anger.
As we see Saul in his passion, Satan, the evil Spirit mingled with his passion of anger.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2205
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10986
So let men be in any passion, over-joy, or be over-angry;
So let men be in any passion, overjoy, or be over-angry;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2205
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10987
let them give the rains to unruly passion, and they give advantage to Satan, that we cannot settle our soules in any good resolution. Again, in the things themselves;
let them give the rains to unruly passion, and they give advantage to Satan, that we cannot settle our Souls in any good resolution. Again, in the things themselves;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2205
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10988
there is cause of lightnesse and inconstancy, from the nature of the things, and then it is not so great a fault to change;
there is cause of lightness and inconstancy, from the nature of the things, and then it is not so great a fault to change;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2206
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10989
then it is not properly inconstancy:
then it is not properly inconstancy:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2206
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12048
So the Church propounds, it is the messenger that brings the truth of God to us:
So the Church propounds, it is the Messenger that brings the truth of God to us:
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(20) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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10991
Now the things of this life are variable, and uncertain: the event of things in this life is wondrous variable.
Now the things of this life Are variable, and uncertain: the event of things in this life is wondrous variable.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2207
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10992
Grace, and glory, they are certain things, and the way that God directs us to heaven, they are certain promises, and certain grounds:
Grace, and glory, they Are certain things, and the Way that God directs us to heaven, they Are certain promises, and certain grounds:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2207
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10993
but the things of this life are subject to much change.
but the things of this life Are Subject to much change.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2207
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10994
God takes a great deal of liberty in altering things in this world, they fall out divers wayes.
God Takes a great deal of liberty in altering things in this world, they fallen out diverse ways.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2207
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10995
But now therefore we must take heed that we take not inconstancy for that which is not.
But now Therefore we must take heed that we take not inconstancy for that which is not.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2208
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10996
Every change of opinion and purpose is not lightnesse.
Every change of opinion and purpose is not lightness.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2208
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10997
It is not inconstancy for a man to change his mind and purpose, when it is from the things.
It is not inconstancy for a man to change his mind and purpose, when it is from the things.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2208
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10998
Men are men, and the things that we deal with in the world are subject to variety, and inconstancy;
Men Are men, and the things that we deal with in the world Are Subject to variety, and inconstancy;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2208
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10999
and for a man to alter according to the variety of things, it argues no inconstancy, if the aime be good. As for example;
and for a man to altar according to the variety of things, it argues no inconstancy, if the aim be good. As for Exampl;
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a Mariner, a Sea-man, he is not inconstant, when one time he strikes sayl, another time he hoyseth up sayl;
a Mariner, a Seaman, he is not inconstant, when one time he strikes sail, Another time he hoiseth up sail;
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when he makes indentures, and goes with a side wind, he goes on his way, and his aime is still to come to the Haven:
when he makes indentures, and Goes with a side wind, he Goes on his Way, and his aim is still to come to the Haven:
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he is not inconstant, because he changeth not his starre;
he is not inconstant, Because he changes not his star;
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he alway aimes at the right starre, and to his compasse, and card that he sayles by.
he always aims At the right star, and to his compass, and carded that he sails by.
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He varies not from his rule:
He Varies not from his Rule:
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he varies from the things, because the winds and the Seas vary, because he deals with variable objects;
he Varies from the things, Because the winds and the Seas vary, Because he deals with variable objects;
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the things vary, but he doth not vary: he comes to his project, to the Haven;
the things vary, but he does not vary: he comes to his project, to the Haven;
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and hath his direction from the North-Pole, &c. So the Husbandman, sometimes he sowes, sometimes he barrowes, sometimes he reapes, is he inconstant,
and hath his direction from the North pole, etc. So the Husbandman, sometime he sows, sometime he barrows, sometime he reaps, is he inconstant,
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and varies? No, the matter about which he is varieus. So, in Governours sometimes they do this, and sometimes that, they are about variable matters,
and Varies? No, the matter about which he is varieus. So, in Governors sometime they do this, and sometime that, they Are about variable matters,
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yet here is no variablenesse, nor lightnesse of disposition; because they deal with mutable; with variable objects.
yet Here is no variableness, nor lightness of disposition; Because they deal with mutable; with variable objects.
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So God in managing his Churches affaires, in his dispensation in that point: you see he used one dispensation before Christ, and another since Christ.
So God in managing his Churches affairs, in his Dispensation in that point: you see he used one Dispensation before christ, and Another since christ.
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God changeth not, but the times are changed. In the Infancy of the Church, one dispensation was requisite, and now another.
God changes not, but the times Are changed. In the Infancy of the Church, one Dispensation was requisite, and now Another.
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The best Christians are the modestest, they consider the uncertainty of the things of this life,
The best Christians Are the modestest, they Consider the uncertainty of the things of this life,
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Therefore it is not inconstancy for a man to change on good ground; or when the things themselves change
Therefore it is not inconstancy for a man to change on good ground; or when the things themselves change
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Therefore this should have made them thought well of S. Paul, his affection was not changed to them,
Therefore this should have made them Thought well of S. Paul, his affection was not changed to them,
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but the businesse was changed, as we shall see after; other things let him. So, a good man, his honest ' resolution should not change;
but the business was changed, as we shall see After; other things let him. So, a good man, his honest ' resolution should not change;
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his aime to serve God, and his Countrey, and to deserve well of mankind, this should be constant:
his aim to serve God, and his Country, and to deserve well of mankind, this should be constant:
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but the manner how, the circumstance of time, and place, and ordering of these things, they are variable.
but the manner how, the circumstance of time, and place, and ordering of these things, they Are variable.
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They do not change, but maintain their constancy and resolution, in the variety of occasions that fall out:
They do not change, but maintain their constancy and resolution, in the variety of occasions that fallen out:
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for we cannot frame our life otherwise then it is, to be unvariable. When a man is guided by a certain principle;
for we cannot frame our life otherwise then it is, to be unvariable. When a man is guided by a certain principle;
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though the things of this life be uncertain, and he vary sometimes according to his principle,
though the things of this life be uncertain, and he vary sometime according to his principle,
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and aime, and end, yet it is no inconstancy.
and aim, and end, yet it is no inconstancy.
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And it will excuse a mans conscience exceedingly, when his aime is good, and the rules and principles he goes by are good,
And it will excuse a men conscience exceedingly, when his aim is good, and the rules and principles he Goes by Are good,
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and honest, if things fall out otherwise then he aimes at, though there be a change of his course;
and honest, if things fallen out otherwise then he aims At, though there be a change of his course;
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because his heart tells him, his rules, and his purposes were good. One other main cause of lightnesse, and sinful inconstancy, it is irreligion;
Because his heart tells him, his rules, and his Purposes were good. One other main cause of lightness, and sinful inconstancy, it is irreligion;
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casting our selves upon future things, without a dependance on Divine providence.
casting our selves upon future things, without a dependence on Divine providence.
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An Atheistical independance when we project things to come, and never call upon God to assist us,
an Atheistical independence when we project things to come, and never call upon God to assist us,
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and never have divine reservations as we should have, but boast, This I will do: and sometimes negatively, This I will not do, I have time enough to do it,
and never have divine reservations as we should have, but boast, This I will do: and sometime negatively, This I will not do, I have time enough to do it,
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as if we had future times at our command.
as if we had future times At our command.
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Saint James excellently taxeth such people, Jam: 4. 13. Go to now, you that say, To day,
Saint James excellently Taxes such people, Jam: 4. 13. Go to now, you that say, To day,
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and to morrow we will go to such a City, and buy and sell, and get gain. Go to now: and to morrow we will go to such a city, and buy and fell, and get gain. Go to now:
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see here how he shames them by a kind of ironical permission. Go to now; you will do great matters:
see Here how he shames them by a kind of ironical permission. Go to now; you will do great matters:
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whereas (saith he) you know not what shall be to morrow. whereas (Says he) you know not what shall be to morrow.
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God that hath given us the time present to repent in, and to do good, the time to come he hath reserved in his own power:
God that hath given us the time present to Repent in, and to do good, the time to come he hath reserved in his own power:
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he is led with respects according to the flesh.
he is led with respects according to the Flesh.
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we know not what shall be to morrow. Where he shewes the ground of this Atheisme, and rushing upon businesse without dependance;
we know not what shall be to morrow. Where he shows the ground of this Atheism, and rushing upon business without dependence;
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they forget the condition of this life, that it is a vapour.
they forget the condition of this life, that it is a vapour.
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What is your life? it is even a vapour that appeareth for a little while, and then vanisheth away. What is your life? it is even a vapour that appears for a little while, and then Vanishes away.
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Your life is inconstant, God is the Lord of your purposes: he is the Lord of your life, and of all opportunities and circumstances.
Your life is inconstant, God is the Lord of your Purposes: he is the Lord of your life, and of all opportunities and Circumstances.
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Your life is but a vapour: here all things fall under his providence, and guidance. You consider not this, and therefore you project so for the time to come:Your life is but a vapour: Here all things fallen under his providence, and guidance. You Consider not this, and Therefore you project so for the time to come:
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What is your life? it is even a vapour, &c.What is your life? it is even a vapour, etc.
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Then he comes to direct them how they should entertain resolutions for the time to come, Ye ought to say, If the Lord will:
Then he comes to Direct them how they should entertain resolutions for the time to come, You ought to say, If the Lord will:
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or if we live, we will do this and that. If the Lord will, in whose power are our intentions, and resolutions, and affections:
or if we live, we will do this and that. If the Lord will, in whose power Are our intentions, and resolutions, and affections:
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he guides the inward man, and all the things in the world, to the falling of a hair from our head, to the falling of a Sparrow to the ground, even the least things; you should say thus.
he guides the inward man, and all the things in the world, to the falling of a hair from our head, to the falling of a Sparrow to the ground, even the least things; you should say thus.
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And he calls it, vain boasting: what makes God confound insolent attempts? as indeed he triumphs over insolent attempts of Kings,
And he calls it, vain boasting: what makes God confound insolent attempts? as indeed he Triumphos over insolent attempts of Kings,
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and Captains, or whatsoever, that set up great businesse in high conceits, they will do this, and that.
and Captains, or whatsoever, that Set up great business in high conceits, they will do this, and that.
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Saith S. James, You rejoyce in your boasting:
Says S. James, You rejoice in your boasting:
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they boast they will do this and that, that makes God confound them so, because they will be gods to themselves.
they boast they will do this and that, that makes God confound them so, Because they will be God's to themselves.
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Man is a dependant creature, every thing is Gods, and we are dependant, In him we live, and move, and have our being.
Man is a dependant creature, every thing is God's, and we Are dependant, In him we live, and move, and have our being.
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Man being a dependant creature, yet he resolves to do this and that, as if he had the guidance of his own thoughts and purposes:
Man being a dependant creature, yet he resolves to do this and that, as if he had the guidance of his own thoughts and Purposes:
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this provokes God to jealousie when he makes himself a god, and sets not God before him in his actions;
this provokes God to jealousy when he makes himself a god, and sets not God before him in his actions;
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he sets upon things without dependance, without prayer, or reservation, if God permit this; because God rejoyceth to confound these bold attempts, therefore they never thrive in such attempts.
he sets upon things without dependence, without prayer, or reservation, if God permit this; Because God Rejoiceth to confound these bold attempts, Therefore they never thrive in such attempts.
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Therefore a true Christians joynes modesty for the time to come; he will attempt nothing but what he may expect to have Gods protection in:
Therefore a true Christians joins modesty for the time to come; he will attempt nothing but what he may expect to have God's protection in:
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he that thinks God may crosse him, will do nothing ill that he feares God will crosse him in, he will be modest.
he that thinks God may cross him, will do nothing ill that he fears God will cross him in, he will be modest.
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and the weaknesse of man in foreseeing things, they see a dependance of all things on the Majestie of God even to the least things;
and the weakness of man in Foreseeing things, they see a dependence of all things on the Majesty of God even to the least things;
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that he guides things that are most casual:
that he guides things that Are most casual:
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and that he rules even the hearts of Princes, as Solomon saith, as the rivers of water;
and that he rules even the hearts of Princes, as Solomon Says, as the Rivers of water;
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they are guided by him, they are in his hand: hereupon a wise Christian becomes modest for the time to come in his resolutions:
they Are guided by him, they Are in his hand: hereupon a wise Christian becomes modest for the time to come in his resolutions:
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he undertakes all with a holy dependance on God; if God will, and if God permit:
he undertakes all with a holy dependence on God; if God will, and if God permit:
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he will undertake nothing for the time to come, but with warrant, that he may without tempting of God look for his assistance:
he will undertake nothing for the time to come, but with warrant, that he may without tempting of God look for his assistance:
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for to go to God to blesse us in ill projects, is to make God the Patron of that which is bad, which is contrary to his nature.
for to go to God to bless us in ill projects, is to make God the Patron of that which is bad, which is contrary to his nature.
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Therefore he learns to depend upon God for the time to come, and will entertain,
Therefore he learns to depend upon God for the time to come, and will entertain,
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or enter upon no businesse, but such as he may safely without tempting of God • … epend upon him for his assistance:
or enter upon no business, but such as he may safely without tempting of God • … epend upon him for his assistance:
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this is the disposition of a modest Christian.
this is the disposition of a modest Christian.
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You see in Psal. 2. how the Psalmist there insults over those that threaten to do this and that:
You see in Psalm 2. how the Psalmist there insults over those that threaten to do this and that:
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Why do the Heathen rage? and the people imagine a vain thing, &c. against the Lord, Why do the Heathen rage? and the people imagine a vain thing, etc. against the Lord,
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and against his anointed? As if they would swallow up the Church, and Christ the anointed:and against his anointed? As if they would swallow up the Church, and christ the anointed:
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why do they do this, and that? God that sits in heaven, he laughes them to scorn.
why do they do this, and that? God that sits in heaven, he laughs them to scorn.
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You see the grounds of lightnesse, so far forth as is needful. I will name no more.
You see the grounds of lightness, so Far forth as is needful. I will name no more.
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The way to prevent it may be in observing these grounds of constancy; Especially this: Stablish your thoughts with counsel, for the time to come:
The Way to prevent it may be in observing these grounds of constancy; Especially this: Establish your thoughts with counsel, for the time to come:
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consult, go not rashly, and headlong about matters. It is not with our common life as with those that run in a race; for their swiftnesse gets all:
consult, go not rashly, and headlong about matters. It is not with our Common life as with those that run in a raze; for their swiftness gets all:
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but in matters of government in Common-Wealth, there the most staid get all: those that weigh things, and then execute upon mature deliberation;
but in matters of government in commonwealth, there the most stayed get all: those that weigh things, and then execute upon mature deliberation;
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that ripen things first, and go not rawly, and indeliberately about it: this every man takes for granted, but it is not thought on.
that ripen things First, and go not rawly, and indeliberately about it: this every man Takes for granted, but it is not Thought on.
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Then again, labour to suppresse passion in any thing that comes from us: speak nothing in passion;
Then again, labour to suppress passion in any thing that comes from us: speak nothing in passion;
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for one of these things will follow:
for one of these things will follow:
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If we execute it, we are in danger for the things in passion, and inconsiderately spoken:
If we execute it, we Are in danger for the things in passion, and inconsiderately spoken:
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if not, we shall have the shame of being frustrate;
if not, we shall have the shame of being frustrate;
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we undergo the shame of lightness, that we speak that in our passion, and heat, that we retract after. One of these inconveniencies will follow;
we undergo the shame of lightness, that we speak that in our passion, and heat, that we retract After. One of these inconveniences will follow;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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either you will do it, and then it will be dangerous: or you will not do it, and then you will be ashamed: a fit reward of rashnesse.
either you will do it, and then it will be dangerous: or you will not do it, and then you will be ashamed: a fit reward of rashness.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God gives us passions to be guided, and ruled, and not to rule us:
God gives us passion to be guided, and ruled, and not to Rule us:
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they are good servants, and onely servants that should be raised up, and stirred up onely when reason,
they Are good Servants, and only Servants that should be raised up, and stirred up only when reason,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and judgment raiseth them, and not otherwise. But to go on.
and judgement Raiseth them, and not otherwise. But to go on.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Another cure of this rashnesse is holy dependance on God by prayer, and by faith, to commit our wayes to him, our thoughts to him for the time to come:
another cure of this rashness is holy dependence on God by prayer, and by faith, to commit our ways to him, our thoughts to him for the time to come:
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leave all to him, entertain nothing wherein we cannot expect his gracious assistance: the best Christian is the most dependant Christian.
leave all to him, entertain nothing wherein we cannot expect his gracious assistance: the best Christian is the most dependant Christian.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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That is the first thing the Apostle declines.
That is the First thing the Apostle declines.
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What is the second thing? Or the things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the flesh?
What is the second thing? Or the things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the Flesh?
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They thought he was a Politician; as this is the lot of Gods Children sometimes:
They Thought he was a Politician; as this is the lot of God's Children sometime:
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if so be that God hath given them parts, either of nature, or breeding, carnal devillish men that are led altogether by plots themselves, esteem them by themselves.
if so be that God hath given them parts, either of nature, or breeding, carnal devilish men that Are led altogether by plots themselves, esteem them by themselves.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the flesh? He propounds this interrogatory to their conscience, not idly;The things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the Flesh? He propounds this interrogatory to their conscience, not idly;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but he knew that they had a prejudice in them, by his corrivals, false Apostles:
but he knew that they had a prejudice in them, by his corrivals, false Apostles:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore he labours to wipe away that imputation likewise, that he did not purpose, and consult of things according to the flesh. What is flesh here?
Therefore he labours to wipe away that imputation likewise, that he did not purpose, and consult of things according to the Flesh. What is Flesh Here?
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Flesh is the unregenerate part of man, whereof fleshly wisdome is the chief:
Flesh is the unregenerate part of man, whereof fleshly Wisdom is the chief:
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for that guides the old man, that is the eye of old Adam. Carnall wisdome, it is the fleshes counsellour in all things, therefore especially he means that.
for that guides the old man, that is the eye of old Adam. Carnal Wisdom, it is the Fleshes counselor in all things, Therefore especially he means that.
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But why is it called flesh? For many reasons:
But why is it called Flesh? For many Reasons:
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among many this is one, that the soul so far as it is sinful, it is led with things that are fleshly, that are outward,
among many this is one, that the soul so Far as it is sinful, it is led with things that Are fleshly, that Are outward,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and thereupon a man is called flesh:
and thereupon a man is called Flesh:
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but when a Christian soul hears the truth, and sees Gods seal upon it;
but when a Christian soul hears the truth, and sees God's seal upon it;
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and the soul it self is called flesh, because it cleaves in its affections, and desires to earthly things.
and the soul it self is called Flesh, Because it cleaves in its affections, and Desires to earthly things.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And because the poor understanding now, which ruled all, and should rule all, is become an underling to the carnal will, and carnal lusts;
And Because the poor understanding now, which ruled all, and should Rule all, is become an underling to the carnal will, and carnal Lustiest;
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Therefore it self is called flesh likewise, The wisdome of the flesh is enmity with God.
Therefore it self is called Flesh likewise, The Wisdom of the Flesh is enmity with God.
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For now it is swayed even which way carnal fancy, and opinion, and the flesh lead it.
For now it is swayed even which Way carnal fancy, and opinion, and the Flesh led it.
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The reason is, it is betwixt God and heavenly things, and betwixt earthly things.
The reason is, it is betwixt God and heavenly things, and betwixt earthly things.
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And if it were in its right original as it came out of Gods hands, being a Spirit, it should be led by God,
And if it were in its right original as it Come out of God's hands, being a Spirit, it should be led by God,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and by Gods Spirit, and Gods Truth;
and by God's Spirit, and God's Truth;
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by better things then it self: (as every infirm thing is guided by that which is better then it self:
by better things then it self: (as every infirm thing is guided by that which is better then it self:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as brute creatures are guided by men, and weaker persons by Magistrates that are, or should be better,) but now since the fall, without Grace renew a man, the understanding part of mans soul instead of lighting its candle from heaven, it often lights it from hell,
as brutus creatures Are guided by men, and Weaker Persons by Magistrates that Are, or should be better,) but now since the fallen, without Grace renew a man, the understanding part of men soul instead of lighting its candle from heaven, it often lights it from hell,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and is ruled by Satan himself, and takes advice even from things meaner then it self,
and is ruled by Satan himself, and Takes Advice even from things meaner then it self,
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and plots, and projects altogether for things worse then it self.
and plots, and projects altogether for things Worse then it self.
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It was not given for that end, (God knows that give it) this soul of ours, to proul for earthly things;
It was not given for that end, (God knows that give it) this soul of ours, to proul for earthly things;
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for the ease, and honour, and profits, and pleasures of the world.
for the ease, and honour, and profits, and pleasures of the world.
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That excellent Jewel that all the world is not worth, it was not given for that end:
That excellent Jewel that all the world is not worth, it was not given for that end:
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no, it was given to attain a higher end then this world, to attain communion with God:
no, it was given to attain a higher end then this world, to attain communion with God:
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but now since the fall it is thus with it, that it is a slave: Carnal wit is a slave to carnal will;
but now since the fallen it is thus with it, that it is a slave: Carnal wit is a slave to carnal will;
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and that carnal will is drawn by carnal affections:
and that carnal will is drawn by carnal affections:
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affections draw the will, and the will drawes the wit, and makes it plot and devise for that which it stands for;
affections draw the will, and the will draws the wit, and makes it plot and devise for that which it Stands for;
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for carnall lusts and affections which whet the wit that way: therefore the whole soul is called flesh, even reason it self.
for carnal Lustiest and affections which whet the wit that Way: Therefore the Whole soul is called Flesh, even reason it self.
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And hereupon wicked men are called the world:
And hereupon wicked men Are called the world:
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why the world? because they are led with the things of the world, with the guise, and fashion of the world.
why the world? Because they Are led with the things of the world, with the guise, and fashion of the world.
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A man (in the language of the Scripture) is termed by that which he cleaves to:
A man (in the language of the Scripture) is termed by that which he cleaves to:
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therefore if the heart and soul cleave to the flesh, and the things of the flesh, it is flesh;
Therefore if the heart and soul cleave to the Flesh, and the things of the Flesh, it is Flesh;
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if it be led with the world, and the things of the world, it is called the world.
if it be led with the world, and the things of the world, it is called the world.
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Wicked men are the world, because the best thing in them is the love of worldly things,
Wicked men Are the world, Because the best thing in them is the love of worldly things,
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and their wit is for worldly things, all the inward parts of their soul are spent upon worldly things:
and their wit is for worldly things, all the inward parts of their soul Are spent upon worldly things:
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therefore they are called flesh, and the world. And sometimes Satan himself: a man as far as he is carnal is called Satan; yea, good men:
Therefore they Are called Flesh, and the world. And sometime Satan himself: a man as Far as he is carnal is called Satan; yea, good men:
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Go after me, Satan, saith Christ to Peter. Go After me, Satan, Says christ to Peter.
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A man as far as he yields to any thing, he is named from that which he yields to:
A man as Far as he yields to any thing, he is nam from that which he yields to:
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when fleshly things rule a man, he is called flesh; when worldly things rule him, profits and pleasures, a man is the world: when a man yields to Satan, he is Satan.
when fleshly things Rule a man, he is called Flesh; when worldly things Rule him, profits and pleasures, a man is the world: when a man yields to Satan, he is Satan.
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This should make us take heed by whom we are led, under whose government we come:
This should make us take heed by whom we Are led, under whose government we come:
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Saith S. Paul, Do I purpose according to the flesh? that is, according to the profits,
Says S. Paul, Do I purpose according to the Flesh? that is, according to the profits,
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and pleasures, and honours which the flesh looks after:
and pleasures, and honours which the Flesh looks After:
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are those my advisers, my intelligencers, my counsellours in the things I take in hand? what may make for my honour, my pleasure, my estate, my worldly ease here? No, saith he, I purpose not according to the flesh.
Are those my advisers, my intelligencers, my counsellors in the things I take in hand? what may make for my honour, my pleasure, my estate, my worldly ease Here? No, Says he, I purpose not according to the Flesh.
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The rule from hence is this, That A Christian man ought by all meanes to avoid the imputation of carnall policy.
The Rule from hence is this, That A Christian man ought by all means to avoid the imputation of carnal policy.
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Every Christian, much more a Christian man in Authority and place, a Minister, or Magistrate, ought by all meanes to avoid it? Saint Paul here declines it, Did I purpose things according to the flesh? was I politick.
Every Christian, much more a Christian man in authority and place, a Minister, or Magistrate, ought by all means to avoid it? Saint Paul Here declines it, Did I purpose things according to the Flesh? was I politic.
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I had just occasion to speak largely of it in the former Verse concerning fleshly wisdome,
I had just occasion to speak largely of it in the former Verse Concerning fleshly Wisdom,
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therefore I will speak the lesse of it now.
Therefore I will speak the less of it now.
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We ought by all means to decline the imputation of it, and much more the conscience of it, then the report of it;
We ought by all means to decline the imputation of it, and much more the conscience of it, then the report of it;
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to be holily wise, and to be accounted so too. The reason is, It is Gods enemy, and our enemy:
to be holily wise, and to be accounted so too. The reason is, It is God's enemy, and our enemy:
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should a Christian consult and deliberate with his enemy? to take his enemy to be his Judge, and his friend,
should a Christian consult and deliberate with his enemy? to take his enemy to be his Judge, and his friend,
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and counsellour? A man that hath his enemy to guide him to a place, that hath a Pirate to guide him in a Ship,
and counselor? A man that hath his enemy to guide him to a place, that hath a Pirate to guide him in a Ship,
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how can he come to good? He that is led by the flesh he consults with his enemy,
how can he come to good? He that is led by the Flesh he consults with his enemy,
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when he looks what is for his profit, or his pleasure, &c. These things we should renounce as we promised in Baptisme,
when he looks what is for his profit, or his pleasure, etc. These things we should renounce as we promised in Baptism,
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when we gave our names to Christ.
when we gave our names to christ.
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If we live, and deliberate according to the flesh, we shall dye, saith the Apostle peremptorily.
If we live, and deliberate according to the Flesh, we shall die, Says the Apostle peremptorily.
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It is a dangerous enemy, death is the issue of all the counsell of the flesh, Rom. 8. Again, it is a secret enemy, a domestick enemy, it is in all the powers of the soul, we cannot be too jealous against it.
It is a dangerous enemy, death is the issue of all the counsel of the Flesh, Rom. 8. Again, it is a secret enemy, a domestic enemy, it is in all the Powers of the soul, we cannot be too jealous against it.
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It is a perpetual enemy that accompanies us continually, in all our consultations, in all places; in prosperity, in adversity;
It is a perpetual enemy that Accompanies us continually, in all our Consultations, in all places; in Prosperity, in adversity;
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it hinders us from all good, it keeps us from the reformation of any thing that is ill.
it hinders us from all good, it keeps us from the Reformation of any thing that is ill.
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If a Magistrate be suggested by any other; or by a good motion of his own, Do this, reform this;
If a Magistrate be suggested by any other; or by a good motion of his own, Do this, reform this;
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Oh I shall run my self into danger, I shall incur censure: so ill is done, and is unreformed, onely by consulting with the flesh:
O I shall run my self into danger, I shall incur censure: so ill is done, and is unreformed, only by consulting with the Flesh:
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and good is neglected, I shall be accounted an hypocrite, if I do this. So there is flesh and blood to hinder in every good thing:
and good is neglected, I shall be accounted an hypocrite, if I do this. So there is Flesh and blood to hinder in every good thing:
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the flesh will be foysting bad ends, or bad moving causes, and the flesh will be ready to keep us from reforming ill from fear of danger.
the Flesh will be foisting bad ends, or bad moving Causes, and the Flesh will be ready to keep us from reforming ill from Fear of danger.
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And if we do ill, and be in ill, it will be ready to keep us in ill:
And if we do ill, and be in ill, it will be ready to keep us in ill:
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Oh, it is time enough to repent, &c. a thousand such policies the flesh hath to keep us in ill till we be in hell it self.
O, it is time enough to Repent, etc. a thousand such policies the Flesh hath to keep us in ill till we be in hell it self.
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Who would be advised, and take counsel by such an enemy? Therefore let us take heed;
Who would be advised, and take counsel by such an enemy? Therefore let us take heed;
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we have it in us, but let it live in us onely, and not rule in us;
we have it in us, but let it live in us only, and not Rule in us;
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although it will be in us as long as we live, yet let us not be ruled by it, let us not admit it to counsel,
although it will be in us as long as we live, yet let us not be ruled by it, let us not admit it to counsel,
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but suppresse it, and keep it under. Especially those that are Magistrates, that are called to publick businesse:
but suppress it, and keep it under. Especially those that Are Magistrates, that Are called to public business:
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let them not bring private respects to publick businesse, but bring publick hearts to intend the good of Religion,
let them not bring private respects to public business, but bring public hearts to intend the good of Religion,
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and of their Countrey, before any private interest whatsoever. And not consult according to the flesh;
and of their Country, before any private Interest whatsoever. And not consult according to the Flesh;
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If I do this, I shall displease such and such: that is no matter.
If I do this, I shall displease such and such: that is no matter.
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If it were not for Religion, if a man have a publick mind, such as the very Heathens had, he would lay aside base respects in publick businesse.
If it were not for Religion, if a man have a public mind, such as the very heathens had, he would lay aside base respects in public business.
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Therefore I humbly desire such to examine deeply their intentions and purposes, what they aym at;
Therefore I humbly desire such to examine deeply their intentions and Purposes, what they aim At;
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whether to serve God, and the Church, and their Countrey, or to serve themselves: that if so be they may be safe, they care not what befall their Countrey, or Religion, or whatsoever.
whither to serve God, and the Church, and their Country, or to serve themselves: that if so be they may be safe, they care not what befall their Country, or Religion, or whatsoever.
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That is it that moves God to indignation, to crosse their intentions:
That is it that moves God to Indignation, to cross their intentions:
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for when God sees they set earth above heaven, the world present before the world to come;
for when God sees they Set earth above heaven, the world present before the world to come;
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and the dirt of the world, base respects before those that are greater, that they invert the order of things, he crosseth them in that they aime at,
and the dirt of the world, base respects before those that Are greater, that they invert the order of things, he Crosseth them in that they aim At,
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because they crosse him in neglecting their duty.
Because they cross him in neglecting their duty.
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Therefore as we would have things succeed well, let us labour to consult not according to the flesh, for our private advantage;
Therefore as we would have things succeed well, let us labour to consult not according to the Flesh, for our private advantage;
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but for what may make most first for Religion, and then for the publick good.
but for what may make most First for Religion, and then for the public good.
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Again, we may learn from hence, That A ground of lightnesse is to purpose things according to the flesh.
Again, we may Learn from hence, That A ground of lightness is to purpose things according to the Flesh.
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To purpose according to carnal reason, and affection, it is a ground of lightnesse.
To purpose according to carnal reason, and affection, it is a ground of lightness.
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For mark the reason of it, when a man is carried in his deliberations by carnal respects, this will be for my profit, this will incline such a man to me, by this I shall get such a place, &c. when he is led by low and base respects, it makes him light with God;
For mark the reason of it, when a man is carried in his deliberations by carnal respects, this will be for my profit, this will incline such a man to me, by this I shall get such a place, etc. when he is led by low and base respects, it makes him Light with God;
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though he be never so good otherwise. Because carnal respects build on outward things that are uncertain:
though he be never so good otherwise. Because carnal respects built on outward things that Are uncertain:
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therefore all resolutions built on outward things; and carnal respects, are uncertain.
Therefore all resolutions built on outward things; and carnal respects, Are uncertain.
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He that takes fleshly wisdome for his counsellour, and adviser, and intelligencer, what doth he? he is led with by-respects, with one of the three Idols of the world, some honour, or pleasure, or base profit:
He that Takes fleshly Wisdom for his counselor, and adviser, and intelligencer, what does he? he is led with by-respects, with one of the three Idols of the world, Some honour, or pleasure, or base profit:
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now when the rule of deliberation is the flesh, and the flesh carries to outward things that are variable:
now when the Rule of deliberation is the Flesh, and the Flesh carries to outward things that Are variable:
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a man is alway light and inconstant, that propounds the deliberation of things according to the flesh.
a man is always Light and inconstant, that propounds the deliberation of things according to the Flesh.
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What is the reason that a wicked man, (though he be not notoriously, outwardly wicked;
What is the reason that a wicked man, (though he be not notoriously, outwardly wicked;
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Those that leave their former good acquaintance, and choose such as they only hope to gain by,
Those that leave their former good acquaintance, and choose such as they only hope to gain by,
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but a shrewd man, that is for himself, that makes himself the end of all his projects,) what is the reason that such a man can never be a sound friend? he is never a sound friend;
but a shrewd man, that is for himself, that makes himself the end of all his projects,) what is the reason that such a man can never be a found friend? he is never a found friend;
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he is onely a friend, so long as it makes for himself; so long as he gets to his own in all things.
he is only a friend, so long as it makes for himself; so long as he gets to his own in all things.
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As the Jesuites use to say, (so it is true of every natural man) they do all they do,
As the Jesuits use to say, (so it is true of every natural man) they do all they do,
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and consult in an order to spiritual things:
and consult in an order to spiritual things:
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they do this, and that, and over-rule Kings, and States, and this is for the good of society,
they do this, and that, and overrule Kings, and States, and this is for the good of society,
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and in an order of spiritual things.
and in an order of spiritual things.
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A man that hath not grace in him above nature, and above respects of nature, he can never be a sound friend:
A man that hath not grace in him above nature, and above respects of nature, he can never be a found friend:
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for when fleshly advantages come, of pleasures, and profits, and honours: when these rise one way or other, there he leaves the bonds of friendship:
for when fleshly advantages come, of pleasures, and profits, and honours: when these rise one Way or other, there he leaves the bonds of friendship:
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because there is a nearer bond between him, and the things of this life; he is led with the flesh, and deliberates according to the flesh.
Because there is a nearer bound between him, and the things of this life; he is led with the Flesh, and deliberates according to the Flesh.
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And that is the reason likewise why such a man can never be a good Christian, he can never go through the variety of times:
And that is the reason likewise why such a man can never be a good Christian, he can never go through the variety of times:
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why? because he consults of things according to the flesh, and as long as Religion stands with his aimes, that he may enjoy his riches,
why? Because he consults of things according to the Flesh, and as long as Religion Stands with his aims, that he may enjoy his riches,
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and his greatnesse, and the contentments of this life with Religion, so long he is content to be Religious:
and his greatness, and the contentment's of this life with Religion, so long he is content to be Religious:
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if Religion crosse him in these, he hath not learned to deny himself, and therefore he is not constant.
if Religion cross him in these, he hath not learned to deny himself, and Therefore he is not constant.
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Or if times do not fall out so crosse, he is not constant in his disposition;
Or if times do not fallen out so cross, he is not constant in his disposition;
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and God looks on him as he is in his disposition, and so he will judge him at that day:
and God looks on him as he is in his disposition, and so he will judge him At that day:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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now being led with the flesh, his disposition alters, and varies. How shall I know whether I consult according to the flesh, or no?
now being led with the Flesh, his disposition alters, and Varies. How shall I know whither I consult according to the Flesh, or no?
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In a word, examine two things: The ground, and the aime of our actions; whence they rise, and what they aym at.
In a word, examine two things: The ground, and the aim of our actions; whence they rise, and what they aim At.
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Spring they from self-love? aym they at our self-contentment, and private interest? then a man is led with the flesh. To use a familiar instance;
Spring they from Self-love? aim they At our self-contentment, and private Interest? then a man is led with the Flesh. To use a familiar instance;
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In Marriage, when a man looks more to wealth then to Religion, he adviseth according to the flesh.
In Marriage, when a man looks more to wealth then to Religion, he adviseth according to the Flesh.
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And so for a Minister to respect his living more then any thing that might weigh with his conscience otherwise, if he were good:
And so for a Minister to respect his living more then any thing that might weigh with his conscience otherwise, if he were good:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and forsake those acquaintance that they cannot gain by, (though they be never so good otherwise) they are led according to the flesh.
and forsake those acquaintance that they cannot gain by, (though they be never so good otherwise) they Are led according to the Flesh.
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How shall we know that we do not things, and consult not of things according to the flesh?
How shall we know that we do not things, and consult not of things according to the Flesh?
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Some men may know it easily;
some men may know it Easily;
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as when men are of pregnant parts, when the strength of their wit leads them one way,
as when men Are of pregnant parts, when the strength of their wit leads them one Way,
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and Religion leads them another way, yet in the awe of God they do not go that way that politick respects would carry them;
and Religion leads them Another Way, yet in the awe of God they do not go that Way that politic respects would carry them;
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they could be as errant Politicians as the best, but they dare not:
they could be as errant Politicians as the best, but they Dare not:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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here now is a man that is led by the Spirit, when it is not for want of parts,
Here now is a man that is led by the Spirit, when it is not for want of parts,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but out of conscience, he doth not so miscarry by his enemy.
but out of conscience, he does not so miscarry by his enemy.
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Many times an honest man could be rich by ill means as well as another, he knowes the way;
Many times an honest man could be rich by ill means as well as Another, he knows the Way;
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it is not for want of wit, but because he dares not, the awe of conscience,
it is not for want of wit, but Because he dares not, the awe of conscience,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the awe of God lead him to better rules and aymes; so it is easily discerned in eminency of parts.
and the awe of God led him to better rules and aims; so it is Easily discerned in eminency of parts.
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And likewise in fitnesse of opportunities, if there be not parts;
And likewise in fitness of opportunities, if there be not parts;
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when a man hath all outward advantages to satisfie the flesh, to yield to it, to have his aimes, and yet he will not.
when a man hath all outward advantages to satisfy the Flesh, to yield to it, to have his aims, and yet he will not.
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If a man have power, and yet doth not revenge himself, he consults not with flesh and blood:
If a man have power, and yet does not revenge himself, he consults not with Flesh and blood:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for he might be revenged if he would. So I say, when there is something that might sway us another way;
for he might be revenged if he would. So I say, when there is something that might sway us Another Way;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and yet notwithstanding out of meer conscience, and better rules we will not, it is a sign we purpose not, we advise not things according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit;
and yet notwithstanding out of mere conscience, and better rules we will not, it is a Signen we purpose not, we Advice not things according to the Flesh, but according to the Spirit;
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we are led with better rules then the world is.
we Are led with better rules then the world is.
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In strong suggestions, a Joseph can say, How shall I do this and offend against God? Doth not God see it? saith Job: so a Christian in the strength of Temptations, and solicitations,
In strong suggestions, a Joseph can say, How shall I do this and offend against God? Does not God see it? Says Job: so a Christian in the strength of Temptations, and solicitations,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and opportunities to do ill, he considers, Doth not God see? How shall I do this,
and opportunities to do ill, he considers, Does not God see? How shall I do this,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and offend against God? Shall I break the peace of my conscience for the gaining of this, and this? why no;and offend against God? Shall I break the peace of my conscience for the gaining of this, and this? why no;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then a man is not led with Carnal wisdome.
then a man is not led with Carnal Wisdom.
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Again, we may know this, that we are not led by the flesh, and advised by the flesh,
Again, we may know this, that we Are not led by the Flesh, and advised by the Flesh,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though he be accounted a fool for his pains.
though he be accounted a fool for his pains.
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when we are humble in all our consultations. It is a perpetual concomitant of carnal wisdome to be proud:
when we Are humble in all our Consultations. It is a perpetual concomitant of carnal Wisdom to be proud:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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knowledge mingled with corruption puffeth up.
knowledge mingled with corruption Puffeth up.
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But how shall we labour to overcome this, because we have the flesh ready by us, in all our consultations, we have this counsellour alway ready at hand,
But how shall we labour to overcome this, Because we have the Flesh ready by us, in all our Consultations, we have this counselor always ready At hand,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as S. Paul complains, Rom. 7. That when we would do well, evil is present; it is present at our elbow;
as S. Paul complains, Rom. 7. That when we would do well, evil is present; it is present At our elbow;
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nay it is nearer, the flesh is mingled in all the powers of our soules: and with heavenly wisdome there is a mixture of carnal wisdome:
nay it is nearer, the Flesh is mingled in all the Powers of our Souls: and with heavenly Wisdom there is a mixture of carnal Wisdom:
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how shall we do that we may not be tainted with it? I will give a direction or two.
how shall we do that we may not be tainted with it? I will give a direction or two.
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First of all, have a prejudice of it, Cave, time, &c. saith the holy man S. Austin, Take heed of the evil man thy self: take heed of carnal reason;
First of all, have a prejudice of it, Cave, time, etc. Says the holy man S. Austin, Take heed of the evil man thy self: take heed of carnal reason;
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be jealous of it, it is an enemy, and the issues of the wayes it adviseth to are death: be jealous of it, it is an enemy, and the issues of the ways it adviseth to Are death:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is a way that seems good to a man in his own eyes, the issues whereof are death, not temporal onely, but eternal death. It is a deadly enemy:There is a Way that seems good to a man in his own eyes, the issues whereof Are death, not temporal only, but Eternal death. It is a deadly enemy:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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have a prejudice of it, and conceit of it to be as it is; have a jealousie of it, and of our own selves;
have a prejudice of it, and conceit of it to be as it is; have a jealousy of it, and of our own selves;
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especially in things that concern our selves.
especially in things that concern our selves.
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What is the reason that a man is an incompetent Judge in his own cause? This,
What is the reason that a man is an incompetent Judge in his own cause? This,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because there is natural self-love, and flesh that drawes all to it self. Consult not with it therefore;
Because there is natural Self-love, and Flesh that draws all to it self. Consult not with it Therefore;
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consult with higher rules, and principles, what may make most for the chief end, for the glory of God,
consult with higher rules, and principles, what may make most for the chief end, for the glory of God,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the assurance of our comfort while we live here, and a better estate hereafter, that which may make most for the common good;
for the assurance of our Comfort while we live Here, and a better estate hereafter, that which may make most for the Common good;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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let us labour to live by right rules and principles, God will value us by that.
let us labour to live by right rules and principles, God will valve us by that.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Put the case a man by passion be led another way, what is his rule? what is his aym? his aym is not carnal, he may fall by passion, &c. God judgeth not by passion,
Put the case a man by passion be led Another Way, what is his Rule? what is his aim? his aim is not carnal, he may fallen by passion, etc. God Judgeth not by passion,
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but by the tenour of our life:
but by the tenor of our life:
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God esteems us not by a single particular exorbitant act that by passion, or incogitancy a man falls into;
God esteems us not by a single particular exorbitant act that by passion, or incogitancy a man falls into;
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but by the tenour of our life. Therefore let us labour to have our rules and aimes good;
but by the tenor of our life. Therefore let us labour to have our rules and aims good;
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though we fail in particular, yet that our way may be good; though we step awry, yet our way may be good;
though we fail in particular, yet that our Way may be good; though we step awry, yet our Way may be good;
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that when Judgment shall come, when death shall come, it may not find us in an ill way, in an ill course.
that when Judgement shall come, when death shall come, it may not find us in an ill Way, in an ill course.
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Therefore let us consult with God, consult with his Word, consult with those that are led by the Spirit of God, labour to be under the government of Gods blessed Spirit, to be guided by the Spirit of God,
Therefore let us consult with God, consult with his Word, consult with those that Are led by the Spirit of God, labour to be under the government of God's blessed Spirit, to be guided by the Spirit of God,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and by the Word of God:
and by the Word of God:
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This should be our care, to labour that God would guide us by his good Spirit in those wayes that may lead to our comfort, that of all other enemies in the world, he would not give us up to our own flesh to guide us,
This should be our care, to labour that God would guide us by his good Spirit in those ways that may led to our Comfort, that of all other enemies in the world, he would not give us up to our own Flesh to guide us,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but that he would take the guidance of us to himself, that as he hath right to us by his Covenant,
but that he would take the guidance of us to himself, that as he hath right to us by his Covenant,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so he would take us into his government. And desire Christ that as he is our Priest to die for us;
so he would take us into his government. And desire christ that as he is our Priest to die for us;
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so likewise he would be our Prophet to instruct us, to subdue all in us.
so likewise he would be our Prophet to instruct us, to subdue all in us.
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And let Divine truth be our counsellour, to bring our inner man into subjection, as it is, 2 Cor. 10. The weapons of our warfare are mighty, to bring all into captivity, to subject all high devices, and reasonings.
And let Divine truth be our counselor, to bring our inner man into subjection, as it is, 2 Cor. 10. The weapons of our warfare Are mighty, to bring all into captivity, to Subject all high devices, and reasonings.
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How shall I do this? I shall misse of my ends, I shall misse of my projects.
How shall I do this? I shall miss of my ends, I shall miss of my projects.
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O but Religion when it comes and brings down all, it makes not a man to cast away reason,
Oh but Religion when it comes and brings down all, it makes not a man to cast away reason,
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but brings reason under, and brings the soul under God. A man may keep his wisdome and understanding safe still, so he keep it under,
but brings reason under, and brings the soul under God. A man may keep his Wisdom and understanding safe still, so he keep it under,
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and let Divine truth sway and bring all in us into captivity to it self.
and let Divine truth sway and bring all in us into captivity to it self.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But alas, the scope of the world is contrary, instead of bringing the soul into captivity to Gods truth, to be led by him, to have no thoughts, no aimes contrary to Gods will, they make Gods truth a captive,
But alas, the scope of the world is contrary, instead of bringing the soul into captivity to God's truth, to be led by him, to have no thoughts, no aims contrary to God's will, they make God's truth a captive,
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and prisoner to their own base affections:
and prisoner to their own base affections:
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as S. Paul saith, Rom. 1. They hold the truth, they withhold it as a prisoner under base affections.
as S. Paul Says, Rom. 1. They hold the truth, they withhold it as a prisoner under base affections.
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And whereas all should serve the main end, and intend better things; they make a counterfeit loving of good things to serve their carnal ends;
And whereas all should serve the main end, and intend better things; they make a counterfeit loving of good things to serve their carnal ends;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they make heaven serve earth, they make God serve man, the Spirit serve the flesh:
they make heaven serve earth, they make God serve man, the Spirit serve the Flesh:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they invert the order of things clean, which is as contrary to nature if they had wisdome to consider it,
they invert the order of things clean, which is as contrary to nature if they had Wisdom to Consider it,
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as that the heaven should be under the earth, and the water above the air:
as that the heaven should be under the earth, and the water above the air:
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it overturnes all in Religion, when we suffer carnal wisdome to rule all, to imprison that light that God hath put into the heart and conscience,
it overturns all in Religion, when we suffer carnal Wisdom to Rule all, to imprison that Light that God hath put into the heart and conscience,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the light of his Word, to base affections, and not to bring all into captivity to the Spirit, and the Word.
and the Light of his Word, to base affections, and not to bring all into captivity to the Spirit, and the Word.
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When we come to hear Gods Word, we should consider that we come not for recreation;
When we come to hear God's Word, we should Consider that we come not for recreation;
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but we come to a Counsellour, to that that should sway, and direct all our wayes and words, to that that is not onely our comfort in the time of affliction,
but we come to a Counselor, to that that should sway, and Direct all our ways and words, to that that is not only our Comfort in the time of affliction,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but our counsellour, as David saith, it was the man of his counsel.
but our counselor, as David Says, it was the man of his counsel.
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So we come here to be counselled, to hear that which must direct us in the way to heaven:
So we come Here to be counseled, to hear that which must Direct us in the Way to heaven:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we must come with a purpose to be guided by that, to be taught:
we must come with a purpose to be guided by that, to be taught:
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As Cornelius faith, We are here in the presence of God, to hear what shall be said to us from God.
As Cornelius faith, We Are Here in the presence of God, to hear what shall be said to us from God.
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Saint Paul gives this direction, 1 Cor. 3. If a man will be wise in heavenly things, let him be a fool first.
Saint Paul gives this direction, 1 Cor. 3. If a man will be wise in heavenly things, let him be a fool First.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a strange thing, Let him be a fool, that is, let him be content to be esteemed so, let him be content to lose his reputation of wisdome, that he may be wise.
It is a strange thing, Let him be a fool, that is, let him be content to be esteemed so, let him be content to loose his reputation of Wisdom, that he may be wise.
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When he knowes others to be fooles, let him take a substantial course, that the vain world may think him wise. It is hard counsel:
When he knows Others to be Fools, let him take a substantial course, that the vain world may think him wise. It is hard counsel:
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for of all imputations in the world, many, and the most had rather be accounted wicked, then be accounted fooles:
for of all imputations in the world, many, and the most had rather be accounted wicked, then be accounted Fools:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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account them the veriest fools which are unfit to speak;
account them the veriest Fools which Are unfit to speak;
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think of them in the highest degree of ill you can, oh they have wit enough for that, they have learning, and parts for that;
think of them in the highest degree of ill you can, o they have wit enough for that, they have learning, and parts for that;
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take not away their learning, and parts, account them not fooles, account them what you will. Religion masters this base opinion.
take not away their learning, and parts, account them not Fools, account them what you will. Religion Masters this base opinion.
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Saint Paul saith, Let a man be a fool, if he will be wise. Let no man deceive himself, and think, Let poor men be so, and so:
Saint Paul Says, Let a man be a fool, if he will be wise. Let no man deceive himself, and think, Let poor men be so, and so:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Religion is the private mans good, and let them make conscience of such things;
Religion is the private men good, and let them make conscience of such things;
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but for us that are in place and authority, we must rule by policy, and he knowes not how to rule that is not a Politician. Let no man deceive himself;
but for us that Are in place and Authority, we must Rule by policy, and he knows not how to Rule that is not a Politician. Let no man deceive himself;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is no man, great or small, but if he will be wise for heaven, let him be a fool, let him take courses that are conscionable,
there is no man, great or small, but if he will be wise for heaven, let him be a fool, let him take courses that Are conscionable,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us be jealous of our own hearts in private and publick, let us take heed to our own hearts that the flesh come not in.
Let us be jealous of our own hearts in private and public, let us take heed to our own hearts that the Flesh come not in.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us labour to be acquainted with Christ, that he may be our counsellour, and our guide in all things.
Let us labour to be acquainted with christ, that he may be our counselor, and our guide in all things.
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Specially now when we come to the Communion; we now renew out Covenant with God, and our acquaintance with Christ Jesus:
Specially now when we come to the Communion; we now renew out Covenant with God, and our acquaintance with christ jesus:
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we come to feast with him.
we come to feast with him.
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Do we think to have any good by him, any benefit by his death, except we make him our King,
Do we think to have any good by him, any benefit by his death, except we make him our King,
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and Prophet, to rule and guide us? except we make him our Counsellour? Therefore let us think beforehand, we cannot come as we ought to receive the Communion,
and Prophet, to Rule and guide us? except we make him our Counselor? Therefore let us think beforehand, we cannot come as we ought to receive the Communion,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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unlesse we intend before-hand to renounce the flesh, Christs enemy:
unless we intend beforehand to renounce the Flesh, Christ enemy:
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can you be welcome guests, and resolve after to be led, and ruled by his enemy? If you will have good by Christs death,
can you be welcome guests, and resolve After to be led, and ruled by his enemy? If you will have good by Christ death,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as a Priest to reconcile you to God: (as this Sacrament seales the benefits of his death, the breaking of the bread,
as a Priest to reconcile you to God: (as this Sacrament Seals the benefits of his death, the breaking of the bred,
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and the pouring out of the wine,) come with a purpose to be ruled,
and the pouring out of the wine,) come with a purpose to be ruled,
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and guided by this Counsellour in all things, he is the great Counsellour, Isai. 9. 7. that is willing to advise us by his Word and Spirit in all the particular passages of our lives:
and guided by this Counselor in all things, he is the great Counselor, Isaiah 9. 7. that is willing to Advice us by his Word and Spirit in all the particular passages of our lives:
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and the more we enter into acquaintance with him by the Sacrament, and maintain it by private prayer,
and the more we enter into acquaintance with him by the Sacrament, and maintain it by private prayer,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and by all sacred means, the more ready he will be to do the office of a friend,
and by all sacred means, the more ready he will be to do the office of a friend,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and counsellour, in all the passages of our lives to advise us what is best. I had occasion in verse 12. to speak at large of fleshly wisdome; therefore I passe it.
and counselor, in all the passages of our lives to Advice us what is best. I had occasion in verse 12. to speak At large of fleshly Wisdom; Therefore I pass it.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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That with me there should be yea, yea, and nay, nay.
That with me there should be yea, yea, and nay, nay.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This sets down the manner of inconstancy, the form of it, yea, yea, to be on the affirmative part once;
This sets down the manner of inconstancy, the from of it, yea, yea, to be on the affirmative part once;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then nay, nay, the negative:
and then nay, nay, the negative:
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to be of one mind, and peremptory in it, and then to be of another mind, and peremptory in that;
to be of one mind, and peremptory in it, and then to be of Another mind, and peremptory in that;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this is the issue of carnal wisdome, and followes on it, The things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the flesh, that with me there should be yea,
this is the issue of carnal Wisdom, and follows on it, The things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the Flesh, that with me there should be yea,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yea, and nay, nay? insinuating, that those that purpose things according to the flesh, they are yea, yea, and nay, nay. yea, and nay, nay? insinuating, that those that purpose things according to the Flesh, they Are yea, yea, and nay, nay.
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for there is no lie in the world but it may be salved up with reservations.
for there is no lie in the world but it may be salved up with reservations.
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Whence first we may observe, which I touched before a little, but it issues more properly hence from the dependance, That Carnal men are alway inconstant men.
Whence First we may observe, which I touched before a little, but it issues more properly hence from the dependence, That Carnal men Are always inconstant men.
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For a fleshly man, led with the flesh, being led with the things of the world, For a fleshly man, led with the Flesh, being led with the things of the world,
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and they being inconstant, he must needs be as that which he is ruled by. A man cannot stand safe upon the Ice, because it self is not safe:
and they being inconstant, he must needs be as that which he is ruled by. A man cannot stand safe upon the Ice, Because it self is not safe:
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a man cannot stand in a thing that stands not, that hath no consistence.
a man cannot stand in a thing that Stands not, that hath no consistence.
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Now a Carnal man he hath no prop to hold him but the things below, he cleaves to them,
Now a Carnal man he hath no prop to hold him but the things below, he cleaves to them,
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and they are inconstant, and variable, and uncertain. He that purposeth according to the flesh is yea, yea, nay, nay.
and they Are inconstant, and variable, and uncertain. He that Purposes according to the Flesh is yea, yea, nay, nay.
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Therefore his love is yea, yea, nay, nay. If he may have good by you, he is yea, yea; he is for you:
Therefore his love is yea, yea, nay, nay. If he may have good by you, he is yea, yea; he is for you:
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but can you do him no good, he is nay, nay, he will not own you then.
but can you do him no good, he is nay, nay, he will not own you then.
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Therefore one way to be constant, is not to be ruled according to the flesh, (which I spake of before,) for they that are, are yea, yea, nay, nay.
Therefore one Way to be constant, is not to be ruled according to the Flesh, (which I spoke of before,) for they that Are, Are yea, yea, nay, nay.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore take heed how you trust carnal men, in near intimate society; as in marriage: Or in near friendship, never take a man that hath his own aimes, and ends:
Therefore take heed how you trust carnal men, in near intimate society; as in marriage: Or in near friendship, never take a man that hath his own aims, and ends:
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for he will respect you no more then he can advance his own ends by you.
for he will respect you no more then he can advance his own ends by you.
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Trust not the Wife of thy bosome, saith the Prophet, if she be carnal she will have her own ends.Trust not the Wife of thy bosom, Says the Prophet, if she be carnal she will have her own ends.
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So a friend that is carnal, he will have his own ends;
So a friend that is carnal, he will have his own ends;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the Idol that he respects more then thee, or then any thing in the earth is his own fleshly wisdome, and his own ends.
the Idol that he respects more then thee, or then any thing in the earth is his own fleshly Wisdom, and his own ends.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Every carnal man makes himself his god, he reduceth all to himself; his own ends is his Idol, therefore have no intimate society with such.
Every carnal man makes himself his god, he reduceth all to himself; his own ends is his Idol, Therefore have no intimate society with such.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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That with me there should be yea, yea, nay, nay. Observe again in this place, That Carnal men are vehement.
That with me there should be yea, yea, nay, nay. Observe again in this place, That Carnal men Are vehement.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They are vehement in either part; They Are vehement in either part;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2269
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11316
if they be yea, they are yea, yea, and yet they will be nay, nay, naught at the same time.
if they be yea, they Are yea, yea, and yet they will be nay, nay, nought At the same time.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2269
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11317
The soul of man will admit of contraries, and yet be still the same in the general, yea, yea, at one time,
The soul of man will admit of contraries, and yet be still the same in the general, yea, yea, At one time,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and nay, nay, at another time.
and nay, nay, At Another time.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2269
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And usually they that are vehement in businesse one way, are vehement another, if they be carnal.
And usually they that Are vehement in business one Way, Are vehement Another, if they be carnal.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A carnal man is vehement one way in the pursuit of things, and he is vehement on the contrary if he be crossed.
A carnal man is vehement one Way in the pursuit of things, and he is vehement on the contrary if he be crossed.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What is the reason that men that are carnal, some stand against Religion, and some for Religion with like eagernesse, the one is nay, nay, as much as the other is yea, yea? both are flesh,
What is the reason that men that Are carnal, Some stand against Religion, and Some for Religion with like eagerness, the one is nay, nay, as much as the other is yea, yea? both Are Flesh,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and if those that are yea, yea, were where the other are, they would be nay, nay. For instance, a man is Religious onely for carnal respects, he is yea, yea, O he will have the Religion of the times;
and if those that Are yea, yea, were where the other Are, they would be nay, nay. For instance, a man is Religious only for carnal respects, he is yea, yea, Oh he will have the Religion of the times;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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why? he could not be safe else, he cannot have his ends else, he was bred up in it, &c. Another on the contrary is as much for the opposite Religion:
why? he could not be safe Else, he cannot have his ends Else, he was bred up in it, etc. another on the contrary is as much for the opposite Religion:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2270
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what is the reason? he was bred in it, it stands for his ends.
what is the reason? he was bred in it, it Stands for his ends.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2270
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11325
If a man be Religions not for religious respects, he is peremptory, and contrary to him of the opposite religion,
If a man be Religions not for religious respects, he is peremptory, and contrary to him of the opposite Religion,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and yet they are equally naught.
and yet they Are equally nought.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A common Protestant hath no better ground for his Religion, then a Papist hath for his;
A Common Protestant hath no better ground for his Religion, then a Papist hath for his;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the same reason that a Papist hath, the same such a Protestant hath:
the same reason that a Papist hath, the same such a Protestant hath:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he was bred in it, and the King is of that Religion, and he shall attain his ends by it.
he was bred in it, and the King is of that Religion, and he shall attain his ends by it.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2271
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11330
Hath a Papist other reasons? except a man be truly changed, and altered, he shall be yea, yea, and nay, nay, sometime one, sometime another;
Hath a Papist other Reasons? except a man be truly changed, and altered, he shall be yea, yea, and nay, nay, sometime one, sometime Another;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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peremptory in one, and peremptory in another, and all naught. As for instance, the Sea, sometimes it ebbs, sometime it flowes;
peremptory in one, and peremptory in Another, and all nought. As for instance, the Sea, sometime it ebbs, sometime it flows;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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sometimes it flowes one way, and then flowes back another way; yet it is alway salt, and brinish, the nature of it is not changed:
sometime it flows one Way, and then flows back Another Way; yet it is always salt, and brinish, the nature of it is not changed:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so some men are peremptory, yea, yea, they run one way amain, and then they ebbe again,
so Some men Are peremptory, yea, yea, they run one Way amain, and then they ebb again,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet they alway keep their nature brinish.
yet they always keep their nature brinish.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They are peremptory for good sometimes, and when it stands for their ends they are peremptory against it.
They Are peremptory for good sometime, and when it Stands for their ends they Are peremptory against it.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2272
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Such a cause is so, it is yea, if it help their advantage; and it is not so, if it help not that;
Such a cause is so, it is yea, if it help their advantage; and it is not so, if it help not that;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2272
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as if truth it self in their judgment were flexible, and alterable. Thus a carnal man he alters, and yet he is never good in his judgment.
as if truth it self in their judgement were flexible, and alterable. Thus a carnal man he alters, and yet he is never good in his judgement.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2272
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Saint Paul declines this, he was not, yea, yea, nay, nay, because he did not purpose things according to the flesh.
Saint Paul declines this, he was not, yea, yea, nay, nay, Because he did not purpose things according to the Flesh.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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To come to the point it self.
To come to the point it self.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This declining of inconstancy, of yea, yea, nay, nay, it came in S. Paul from hatred of inconstancy, and falshood:
This declining of inconstancy, of yea, yea, nay, nay, it Come in S. Paul from hatred of inconstancy, and falsehood:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for yea, and nay, when a man is of one mind and another, it comes from one of these two grounds in a carnal man:
for yea, and nay, when a man is of one mind and Another, it comes from one of these two grounds in a carnal man:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Either because he is inconstant, that he is now of one mind, and now of another.
Either Because he is inconstant, that he is now of one mind, and now of Another.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Or because he is false and means to dissemble. Or Because he is false and means to dissemble.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now both are dispositions that are contrary to a Christian man, he should neither be light, nor be false and untrue.
Now both Are dispositions that Are contrary to a Christian man, he should neither be Light, nor be false and untrue.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now S. Paul doth much more decline the imputation of falshood and dissembling, (that he should be yea, when he meant not yea, but nay,) when he had declined the imputation of lightnesse:
Now S. Paul does much more decline the imputation of falsehood and dissembling, (that he should be yea, when he meant not yea, but nay,) when he had declined the imputation of lightness:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for a man may truly say he will, and yet change his mind after:
for a man may truly say he will, and yet change his mind After:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but for a man to say he will, and yet mean it not, that is falshood, and dissembling, which is worse:
but for a man to say he will, and yet mean it not, that is falsehood, and dissembling, which is Worse:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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S. Paul intends much more to decline the suspition of that. Dissemblers are yea, yea, nay, nay;
S. Paul intends much more to decline the suspicion of that. Dissemblers Are yea, yea, nay, nay;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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not at divers times, but at the same time they make yea, and nay, all at once.
not At diverse times, but At the same time they make yea, and nay, all At once.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We say, Contradictions cannot be true, for a thing to be, and not to be at the same time:
We say, Contradictions cannot be true, for a thing to be, and not to be At the same time:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but dissemblers would have contradictions true, they make as if they loved, when indeed they hate.
but dissemblers would have contradictions true, they make as if they loved, when indeed they hate.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God is the God of truth, the Word is the Word of truth, and Christ is the Truth;
God is the God of truth, the Word is the Word of truth, and christ is the Truth;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
2279
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and the Devil is the father of lies. Therefore as we would be like to God,
and the devil is the father of lies. Therefore as we would be like to God,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and as we would be unlike Satan, let us labour for truth in all things. Saint Paul here labours to avoid the opinion of dissembling.
and as we would be unlike Satan, let us labour for truth in all things. Saint Paul Here labours to avoid the opinion of dissembling.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How would he think then of Equivocation, when there is yea, and nay at a breath? they are not at divers times inconstant,
How would he think then of Equivocation, when there is yea, and nay At a breath? they Are not At diverse times inconstant,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but yea, and nay at once, to speak one thing, and mean the contrary, to have reservations of the contrary.
but yea, and nay At once, to speak one thing, and mean the contrary, to have reservations of the contrary.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is so odious, that I will not spend time to speak of it: onely this,
It is so odious, that I will not spend time to speak of it: only this,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If it were allowable, as the best of their Writers allow it, and practise it; however, if they do not allow it, their practice is so; but they do allow it:
If it were allowable, as the best of their Writers allow it, and practise it; however, if they do not allow it, their practice is so; but they do allow it:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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by this means the devil himself should never be a liar; there would be no lie at all.
by this means the Devil himself should never be a liar; there would be no lie At all.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And it were in vain for God to make prohibitions against lying, if there might be equivocation:
And it were in vain for God to make prohibitions against lying, if there might be equivocation:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore that course that brings the devil from being a liar, that frustrates Gods course,
Therefore that course that brings the Devil from being a liar, that frustrates God's course,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that makes men that they shall not lie whatsoever they do, it is abominable such a conceit, and odious to God:
and that makes men that they shall not lie whatsoever they do, it is abominable such a conceit, and odious to God:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but to maintain equivocation is to do all this; for with absurd reservations, what in the world may not be justified?
but to maintain equivocation is to do all this; for with absurd reservations, what in the world may not be justified?
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then again, we are exhorted to suffer Martyrdome, to stand for Gods cause, now to allow equivocation, is to avoid suffering.
Then again, we Are exhorted to suffer Martyrdom, to stand for God's cause, now to allow equivocation, is to avoid suffering.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Where is the honour of Martyrdome, and suffering for Gods cause, when men shall speak untruths,
Where is the honour of Martyrdom, and suffering for God's cause, when men shall speak untruths,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and justifie themselves by a lie? It is contrary (I say) to the whole tenour, and stream of Scripture.
and justify themselves by a lie? It is contrary (I say) to the Whole tenor, and stream of Scripture.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then again, they may call it equivocation, to mince it; but it is a lie, to speak one thing and reserve another:
Then again, they may call it equivocation, to mince it; but it is a lie, to speak one thing and reserve Another:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for what is a lie? to speak falshood with a purpose and intention to deceive another:
for what is a lie? to speak falsehood with a purpose and intention to deceive Another:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now they speak false, and with a purpose to deceive.
Now they speak false, and with a purpose to deceive.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A lie must be esteemed as it is esteemed by another that hears it, not him that speaks it.
A lie must be esteemed as it is esteemed by Another that hears it, not him that speaks it.
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As it is with an oath;
As it is with an oath;
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Isidore saith, An oath is to be esteemed, as he that I speak to esteems it, not as I in my sense esteem it,Isidore Says, an oath is to be esteemed, as he that I speak to esteems it, not as I in my sense esteem it,
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as God esteems it, and he to whom I speak: so a lie is to be judged, as he judgeth it that I speak to;
as God esteems it, and he to whom I speak: so a lie is to be judged, as he Judgeth it that I speak to;
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because God forbids lying, as a breach of charity to others, because he would not have others deceived:
Because God forbids lying, as a breach of charity to Others, Because he would not have Others deceived:
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if I salve it up in my own thoughts, and deceive others, it is a breach of charity,
if I salve it up in my own thoughts, and deceive Others, it is a breach of charity,
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and a lie, because it is a speech of untruth, which another thinks to be a truth, it is an untruth, and to deceive him.
and a lie, Because it is a speech of untruth, which Another thinks to be a truth, it is an untruth, and to deceive him.
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But these men will have yea, and nay at a breath, they will say yea, and yet have a reservation of nay, at once:
But these men will have yea, and nay At a breath, they will say yea, and yet have a reservation of nay, At once:
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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S. Paul would much more decline, and abhor this, if he were alive now, when he so declined the imputation of inconstancy, of yea, yea, and nay, nay, at divers times. Indeed S. Paul reserved this;
S. Paul would much more decline, and abhor this, if he were alive now, when he so declined the imputation of inconstancy, of yea, yea, and nay, nay, At diverse times. Indeed S. Paul reserved this;
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(18) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he promised to come to them if God did permit, with a Divine reservation: we may say in all the businesse we are to do, This I will do,
he promised to come to them if God did permit, with a Divine reservation: we may say in all the business we Are to do, This I will do,
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if God permit, and if God will; and indeed God hindred his journey:
if God permit, and if God will; and indeed God hindered his journey:
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but as an Apostle he spake in the certainty of Divine truth.
but as an Apostle he spoke in the certainty of Divine truth.
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but I say for equivocation, the matter is so odious, and palpable, that if it were not that Non dum satis odimus, &c. we hate not these men enough, I would not have spoken of it.
but I say for equivocation, the matter is so odious, and palpable, that if it were not that Non dum satis odimus, etc. we hate not these men enough, I would not have spoken of it.
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Their Religion is so abominable and odious, we do not yet hate it enough: and therefore it is good on all occasions to uncase them, and all little enough: But I go on.
Their Religion is so abominable and odious, we do not yet hate it enough: and Therefore it is good on all occasions to uncase them, and all little enough: But I go on.
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VERSE XVIII. As God is true, our Word to you was not yea, and nay.
VERSE XVIII. As God is true, our Word to you was not yea, and nay.
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THe Apostle in the former Verse having laboured to clear himself from the imputation of lightnesse and inconstancy, that he did not come to them as he had promised:
THe Apostle in the former Verse having laboured to clear himself from the imputation of lightness and inconstancy, that he did not come to them as he had promised:
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and from an imputation likewise of policy for himself, that he did purpose things according to the flesh, which is the cause of inconstancy, of yea, yea, and nay, nay:
and from an imputation likewise of policy for himself, that he did purpose things according to the Flesh, which is the cause of inconstancy, of yea, yea, and nay, nay:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he comes now to that which he more intended then those particulars:
he comes now to that which he more intended then those particulars:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for he was content to be thought to have disappointed them in the matter of his journey:
for he was content to be Thought to have disappointed them in the matter of his journey:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but that which he aimes at was to stablish them in this, That his doctrine was found, As God is true, our Word to you was not yea, and nay.
but that which he aims At was to establish them in this, That his Doctrine was found, As God is true, our Word to you was not yea, and nay.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Perhaps I promised to come, and did not; it is true:
Perhaps I promised to come, and did not; it is true:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but my preaching was not yea, and nay; all that I taught was found, and certain, you may build your soules on it, it was yea. He labours to draw them to be perswaded of the certainty of his Ministery,
but my preaching was not yea, and nay; all that I taught was found, and certain, you may built your Souls on it, it was yea. He labours to draw them to be persuaded of the certainty of his Ministry,
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as being very unwilling that a defect in his promise about a businesse of the world, should weaken their faith in the truth that he delivered as a Minister.
as being very unwilling that a defect in his promise about a business of the world, should weaken their faith in the truth that he Delivered as a Minister.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As God is true, our Word to you was not yea, and nay.
As God is true, our Word to you was not yea, and nay.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He seems to make a difference between yea, and nay, in Civill things, and in Divine:
He seems to make a difference between yea, and nay, in Civil things, and in Divine:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is a difference when a holy man speaks of the things of this life, and when he speaks of Divine truths.
there is a difference when a holy man speaks of the things of this life, and when he speaks of Divine truths.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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S. Paul promised to come to them, he meant it honestly, and did intend it; but it was subject to alteration:
S. Paul promised to come to them, he meant it honestly, and did intend it; but it was Subject to alteration:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because God stops our purposes in this life, yea, our good purposes many times. Good things may have variety, one good thing may be more convenient then another.
Because God stops our Purposes in this life, yea, our good Purposes many times. Good things may have variety, one good thing may be more convenient then Another.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And the cause why he came not to them was not his inconstancy, but their unfitnesse;
And the cause why he Come not to them was not his inconstancy, but their unfitness;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it was from their corruption in manners, and in doctrine: they were not ready, as he saith after, he came not to spare them:
it was from their corruption in manners, and in Doctrine: they were not ready, as he Says After, he Come not to spare them:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they were unfit till they were humbled with his former Epistle; and then when they were humbled he purposed to come.
they were unfit till they were humbled with his former Epistle; and then when they were humbled he purposed to come.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But now in Divine truths, what things he spake to them concerning grace, and glory, that was certain, Our word to you was not yea, and nay.
But now in Divine truths, what things he spoke to them Concerning grace, and glory, that was certain, Our word to you was not yea, and nay.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A question may be moved briefly, how S. Paul could be deceived in his journey, and not in his doctrine;
A question may be moved briefly, how S. Paul could be deceived in his journey, and not in his Doctrine;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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being so good a man led by the Spirit of God, how could he promise to come, and yet did not?
being so good a man led by the Spirit of God, how could he promise to come, and yet did not?
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I answer, the difference is much between these two. S. Paul had three persons on him.
I answer, the difference is much between these two. S. Paul had three Persons on him.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He was a Man. Christian man. an Apostle. He was a Man. Christian man. an Apostle.
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As a man, he was subject to all things that men are subject unto, that is, he desired in truth of heart to come and visit his friends;
As a man, he was Subject to all things that men Are Subject unto, that is, he desired in truth of heart to come and visit his Friends;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he purposed a journey, with a reservation that God might hinder him:
he purposed a journey, with a reservation that God might hinder him:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so as a man he might have a yea, that is, a purpose to do a thing;
and so as a man he might have a yea, that is, a purpose to do a thing;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and afterward a nay, upon the uncertain event of the things of this life: so as a man he purposed to come.
and afterwards a nay, upon the uncertain event of the things of this life: so as a man he purposed to come.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Nay, as a holy man he purposed a journey to a good purpose, to stablish them:
Nay, as a holy man he purposed a journey to a good purpose, to establish them:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but with a reservation, if God permit; God might stop his journey. But as an Apostle, he taught other things, then speaking of journeys;
but with a reservation, if God permit; God might stop his journey. But as an Apostle, he taught other things, then speaking of journeys;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that he spake of onely as a man, and as a holy man, alway supposing the condition of humane things,
that he spoke of only as a man, and as a holy man, always supposing the condition of humane things,
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and under permission, if God permit. But as an Apostle he was not yea, and nay, there he was certain.
and under permission, if God permit. But as an Apostle he was not yea, and nay, there he was certain.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As an Apostle he spake Divine truths, and was guided infallibly by the Spirit of God;
As an Apostle he spoke Divine truths, and was guided infallibly by the Spirit of God;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he delivered truths without all conditions, and exceptions: as an Apostle he did not admit of any such uncertainty.
he Delivered truths without all conditions, and exceptions: as an Apostle he did not admit of any such uncertainty.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is an eminency, and excellency in Divine truth, it is stable, and firm, and not subject to variety, and inconstancy:
There is an eminency, and excellency in Divine truth, it is stable, and firm, and not Subject to variety, and inconstancy:
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so his doctrine as an Apostle was alwayes yea.
so his Doctrine as an Apostle was always yea.
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For his journey, and coming to them, he promised his journey in veritate propositi, in the truth of a good purpose of a friend:
For his journey, and coming to them, he promised his journey in veritate Propositi, in the truth of a good purpose of a friend:
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but as he spake of Divine truths, he spake of them in the certainty of the Divine Spirit:
but as he spoke of Divine truths, he spoke of them in the certainty of the Divine Spirit:
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in the one, he spake in the certainty of truth; in the other, in the truth of affection.
in the one, he spoke in the certainty of truth; in the other, in the truth of affection.
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As a man, he spake in the truth of a good affection he bare to them;
As a man, he spoke in the truth of a good affection he bore to them;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And you must know this, that God as he used the Apostles, and excellent men to write his book, to write the VVord of God, to be his Penmen,
And you must know this, that God as he used the Apostles, and excellent men to write his book, to write the Word of God, to be his Penmen,
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yet he hindred them not to be men.
yet he hindered them not to be men.
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As he hinders not godly men to be men, but at once they may be Saints, and men;
As he hinders not godly men to be men, but At once they may be Saints, and men;
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so Saint Paul as a good man desired to see them, with a reservation: but as an Apostle he was guided by a certain infallible assistance of Divine truth.
so Saint Paul as a good man desired to see them, with a reservation: but as an Apostle he was guided by a certain infallible assistance of Divine truth.
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Nathan, as he was a man gave David liberty to build the Temple, he was over-shot in it something:Nathan, as he was a man gave David liberty to built the Temple, he was overshot in it something:
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but then he goes to God, and consults with him, whether he should, or no; and then Nathan gives David another advice.
but then he Goes to God, and consults with him, whither he should, or no; and then Nathan gives David Another Advice.
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So the Prophets, and Apostles, as men they might be alterable without sin: For God will allow men to be men, and subject to mistakes.
So the prophets, and Apostles, as men they might be alterable without since: For God will allow men to be men, and Subject to mistakes.
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For Nescience, not knowing the possibility of things to come, is no sin in man; because it is an unavoidable infirmity.
For Nescience, not knowing the possibility of things to come, is no since in man; Because it is an unavoidable infirmity.
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So that S. Paul as his usuall manner is in promising things to come, things of that nature he promiseth them under reservation,
So that S. Paul as his usual manner is in promising things to come, things of that nature he promises them under reservation,
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and permission, if God permit, if God will: and he doth not sin, though he be frustrate of his intention.
and permission, if God permit, if God will: and he does not since, though he be frustrate of his intention.
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It is not the onely part of a wise man to divine what will be. Saint Paul had not providence to see whether his journey should be crossed or no:
It is not the only part of a wise man to divine what will be. Saint Paul had not providence to see whither his journey should be crossed or no:
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but out of a Christian intention, he resolved to come, if God did not crosse him;
but out of a Christian intention, he resolved to come, if God did not cross him;
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that was as a man, and a good man.
that was as a man, and a good man.
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But as an Apostle his doctrine was without ifs, and ands, without exception as we say, if God permit, &c. No, (saith he) As God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay.
But as an Apostle his Doctrine was without ifs, and ands, without exception as we say, if God permit, etc. No, (Says he) As God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay.
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So in the Apostles we must consider a difference of Divine truths that they delivered as Apostles, from those things that they purposed as men,
So in the Apostles we must Consider a difference of Divine truths that they Delivered as Apostles, from those things that they purposed as men,
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and as holy men, those were subject to be crost, and without sin too.
and as holy men, those were Subject to be crossed, and without since too.
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For God will have men to be men, that is, variable creatures, and such as cannot promise themselves for the time to come any certain thing.
For God will have men to be men, that is, variable creatures, and such as cannot promise themselves for the time to come any certain thing.
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It is Gods prerogative to know things to come:
It is God's prerogative to know things to come:
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we may know them by their causes, we may know when there will be an eclipse a hundred yeares hence:
we may know them by their Causes, we may know when there will be an eclipse a hundred Years hence:
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but to know what weather there shall be, as we may know the eclipse, we cannot:
but to know what weather there shall be, as we may know the eclipse, we cannot:
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S. Paul may promise holily, with a reservation to God, as a man, and as a holy man, and without sin too;
S. Paul may promise holily, with a reservation to God, as a man, and as a holy man, and without since too;
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but as an Apostle in his doctrine he was not so:
but as an Apostle in his Doctrine he was not so:
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but as God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay, but constant as God himself;
but as God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay, but constant as God himself;
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that shall suffice to satisfie that. Therefore S. Paul makes the difference, I promised to come, but I did not:
that shall suffice to satisfy that. Therefore S. Paul makes the difference, I promised to come, but I did not:
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but as God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay.
but as God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay.
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Our voyage to heaven, and the reference we have to a better life stands not on uncertainties,
Our voyage to heaven, and the Referente we have to a better life Stands not on uncertainties,
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as the things here in this world. Saint Paul's journey to Corinth might be frustrate; but S. Paul had another course to heaven:
as the things Here in this world. Saint Paul's journey to Corinth might be frustrate; but S. Paul had Another course to heaven:
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his religious course stood not on uncertainties:
his religious course stood not on uncertainties:
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whatsoever he taught in a Religious course, it was yea; as he saith in the next Verse, Christ the Son of God whom we preach, was not yea, and nay, but yea;
whatsoever he taught in a Religious course, it was yea; as he Says in the next Verse, christ the Son of God whom we preach, was not yea, and nay, but yea;
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that is, infallibly true, perpetually true, necessarily, eternally true. As God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay.
that is, infallibly true, perpetually true, necessarily, eternally true. As God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Saint Paul labours to stablish them therefore in a good conceit of his Ministery; and that made him indeed so much decline the suspition of inconstancy in other things:
Saint Paul labours to establish them Therefore in a good conceit of his Ministry; and that made him indeed so much decline the suspicion of inconstancy in other things:
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Because carnal men are prone to think a man in his calling, even a Preacher in his doctrine to be unconstant,
Because carnal men Are prove to think a man in his calling, even a Preacher in his Doctrine to be unconstant,
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if he be so in his common course.
if he be so in his Common course.
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Saint Paul knew their corruption was such, that from a suspition of lightnesse in his carriage and common course, they would rise to a suspition of his doctrine:
Saint Paul knew their corruption was such, that from a suspicion of lightness in his carriage and Common course, they would rise to a suspicion of his Doctrine:
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therefore he was so curious to avoid the imputation of lightnesse in his journey; because he would avoid any imputation of lightnesse in his doctrine.
Therefore he was so curious to avoid the imputation of lightness in his journey; Because he would avoid any imputation of lightness in his Doctrine.
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That is it which he more aimes at, he stands not on the imputation of lightnesse in his journey, or such matters;
That is it which he more aims At, he Stands not on the imputation of lightness in his journey, or such matters;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but he knew the corruption of men is such, that if a man fail in common things, presently they think he is so in his calling.
but he knew the corruption of men is such, that if a man fail in Common things, presently they think he is so in his calling.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Full of false surmises, and suspitions is the nature of man; and as a man is once;
Full of false surmises, and suspicions is the nature of man; and as a man is once;
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they gather him to be so alway:
they gather him to be so always:
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therefore he deceiving them in not coming, they might think he would do so at other times too;
Therefore he deceiving them in not coming, they might think he would do so At other times too;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is of great consequence, for Gods people that look to be saved, to be stablished in their opinion,
It is of great consequence, for God's people that look to be saved, to be established in their opinion,
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that makes the Apostle labour to clear himself, but especially his doctrine from all suspition. As God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay. Here is a truth: And the seal of it.
that makes the Apostle labour to clear himself, but especially his Doctrine from all suspicion. As God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay. Here is a truth: And the seal of it.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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His averring the truth is this, Our word, our preaching, as it is in the margin:
His averring the truth is this, Our word, our preaching, as it is in the margin:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Our word, as it was unfolded, it was not yea, and nay, it was not uncertain.Our word, as it was unfolded, it was not yea, and nay, it was not uncertain.
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And the proof, and seal of it, God is true, as it is in the Original, which is made up in the English tongue, As God is true, it is in our translation;
And the proof, and seal of it, God is true, as it is in the Original, which is made up in the English tongue, As God is true, it is in our Translation;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but in the Original it is, God is true, and as he is true and constant,
but in the Original it is, God is true, and as he is true and constant,
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and faithful, so our word is constant, and faithfull, you may build on it:
and faithful, so our word is constant, and faithful, you may built on it:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As God is true, as God is to be credited, and believed, so my word to you is to be credited as yea, as a certain doctrine that is not yea, and nay.As God is true, as God is to be credited, and believed, so my word to you is to be credited as yea, as a certain Doctrine that is not yea, and nay.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a kind of an oath. As God is true. The holy Apostle here seales it with an oath. What is an Oath?
It is a kind of an oath. As God is true. The holy Apostle Here Seals it with an oath. What is an Oath?
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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An oath is a Religious calling of God to witnesse, or to be a Judge in doubtfull things.
an oath is a Religious calling of God to witness, or to be a Judge in doubtful things.
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It is in doubtful things a calling of God to be a witnesse of the truth we speak,
It is in doubtful things a calling of God to be a witness of the truth we speak,
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to be a revenger if we speak not true.
and to be a revenger if we speak not true.
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It is to call God to witnesse, and to judge, to makes him testis, & vindex. S. Paul here calls God to witnesse, God is true, and as verily as he is true, our Word to you was not yea, and nay.
It is to call God to witness, and to judge, to makes him testis, & vindex. S. Paul Here calls God to witness, God is true, and as verily as he is true, our Word to you was not yea, and nay.
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You know oathes are either as we say, assertory, to aver a thing: Or promissorie, for the time to come to do this or that:
You know Oaths Are either as we say, assertory, to aver a thing: Or promissory, for the time to come to do this or that:
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and they are either imposed, or voluntary.
and they Are either imposed, or voluntary.
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Now this is an assertorie oath, not a promissorie: he avers, and avoucheth peremptorily, that as God is true, his Word to them was not yea, and nay, but yea. And it was a voluntary oath:
Now this is an assertory oath, not a promissory: he avers, and avoucheth peremptorily, that as God is true, his Word to them was not yea, and nay, but yea. And it was a voluntary oath:
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for no body exacted it of him;
for no body exacted it of him;
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but he saw there was a necessity to stablish them in the certainty of the doctrine he taught, to seal it with an oath, that they should as well doubt of the truth of God, as of his doctrine;
but he saw there was a necessity to establish them in the certainty of the Doctrine he taught, to seal it with an oath, that they should as well doubt of the truth of God, as of his Doctrine;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As God is true, my word is true. Jeremy the Prophet hath three conditions of an oath, Jer. 4. 〈 ◊ 〉.As God is true, my word is true. Jeremiah the Prophet hath three conditions of an oath, Jer. 4. 〈 ◊ 〉.
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It must be in truth, in righteousnesse, and in Judgment. In truth, we must speak, and swear true things. It must be in truth, in righteousness, and in Judgement. In truth, we must speak, and swear true things.
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And in judgment, necessary things, with discretion. And in righteousnesse. Now S. Paul observed the conditions wondrous well here.
And in judgement, necessary things, with discretion. And in righteousness. Now S. Paul observed the conditions wondrous well Here.
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For S. Paul doth it in a true matter; and in judgment: for he was forced to it.
For S. Paul does it in a true matter; and in judgement: for he was forced to it.
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An oath is never good but when it is necessary; not to seal up every idle discourse;
an oath is never good but when it is necessary; not to seal up every idle discourse;
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as if men would make every thing they say to be as true as an oath.
as if men would make every thing they say to be as true as an oath.
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Indeed the life of a man should be an oath: the life of an honest man is an oath, as true:
Indeed the life of a man should be an oath: the life of an honest man is an oath, as true:
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but we must not call God to question for every idle impertinent thing; S. Paul saw it necessary to call God to witnesse it was true, and necessary.
but we must not call God to question for every idle impertinent thing; S. Paul saw it necessary to call God to witness it was true, and necessary.
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I will not enter into a large discourse of an oath, because afterward I shall have better occasion to speak of it.
I will not enter into a large discourse of an oath, Because afterwards I shall have better occasion to speak of it.
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Onely thus much at this time:
Only thus much At this time:
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S. Paul here useth it, he thinks it to be necessary, to establish their minds the better in his Ministery,
S. Paul Here uses it, he thinks it to be necessary, to establish their minds the better in his Ministry,
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and a good conceit of it that it was constant. God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay.
and a good conceit of it that it was constant. God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay.
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Therefore in such a case we may not make scruple of an oath; If it be In Charity. Piety. Necessity.
Therefore in such a case we may not make scruple of an oath; If it be In Charity. Piety. Necessity.
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In Charity, in matters of controversie of Civil life. In Piety, to establish matters of Religion.
In Charity, in matters of controversy of Civil life. In Piety, to establish matters of Religion.
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And in matters of Necessity, that cannot be determined otherwise, there is no scruple to be made of it.
And in matters of Necessity, that cannot be determined otherwise, there is no scruple to be made of it.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And where we are bid not to swear at all, that is, not in ordinary course,
And where we Are bid not to swear At all, that is, not in ordinary course,
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or not to swear by creatures:
or not to swear by creatures:
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but if we do swear, it is a part of Gods service, we must swear by him.
but if we do swear, it is a part of God's service, we must swear by him.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And indeed it is a service of God, and to good purpose, when Christians swear to stablish,
And indeed it is a service of God, and to good purpose, when Christians swear to establish,
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and determine truths that otherwise are doubtfull, They were doubtfull of S. Paul's doctrine, and his person;
and determine truths that otherwise Are doubtful, They were doubtful of S. Paul's Doctrine, and his person;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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saith he, To put you out of doubt of the truth I speak to you, I dare call God to witnesse, it is true, and sound.
Says he, To put you out of doubt of the truth I speak to you, I Dare call God to witness, it is true, and found.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Apostle doth so once after in this Chapter, therefore I reserve the further handling of an oath to verse 23. because the word there is more infallible, I call God to record upon my soul, &c.
The Apostle does so once After in this Chapter, Therefore I reserve the further handling of an oath to verse 23. Because the word there is more infallible, I call God to record upon my soul, etc.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The next thing I observe hence is this, That The believing that Gods Word is Gods Word,
The next thing I observe hence is this, That The believing that God's Word is God's Word,
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and is certain, it is a matter of great consequence.
and is certain, it is a matter of great consequence.
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and judgment of Divine truth, that it is certain, and not flexible and mutable, according to our wills,
and judgement of Divine truth, that it is certain, and not flexible and mutable, according to our wills,
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and conceits, and dispositions, but is yea, alway the same, as God himself, the Authour of it.
and conceits, and dispositions, but is yea, always the same, as God himself, the Author of it.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For laying this for a ground that I said before, that S. Paul takes God to witnesse, he would not enterpose an oath,
For laying this for a ground that I said before, that S. Paul Takes God to witness, he would not enterpose an oath,
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but in a matter of great consequence:
but in a matter of great consequence:
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therefore it is a matter of great consequence to be setled in this, that the Scripture is Divine truth, unalterable, and unchangeable.
Therefore it is a matter of great consequence to be settled in this, that the Scripture is Divine truth, unalterable, and unchangeable.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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An oath is never good (as I said) but when it is necessary. It must not onely be in truth, but there must be a necessity.
an oath is never good (as I said) but when it is necessary. It must not only be in truth, but there must be a necessity.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It must not only be taken in righteousnesse, but in judgment, a man must do it in discretion;
It must not only be taken in righteousness, but in judgement, a man must do it in discretion;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when the thing is not determinable any other way:
when the thing is not determinable any other Way:
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Therefore it is a matter of great consequence, that men take the Word of truth not to be as the Oracles of Apollo, and of the Devill, true one way, and false another.
Therefore it is a matter of great consequence, that men take the Word of truth not to be as the Oracles of Apollo, and of the devil, true one Way, and false Another.
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The Devil would escape the imputation of a lie, though he be a liar:
The devil would escape the imputation of a lie, though he be a liar:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but Gods Oracles be Divine, they be yea: And it is good that we think them to be so, to be constant, undoubted, certain, and unmovable.
but God's Oracles be Divine, they be yea: And it is good that we think them to be so, to be constant, undoubted, certain, and unmovable.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore the Apostle seales it with an oath:
Therefore the Apostle Seals it with an oath:
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he would not seal a slight truth by an oath, but saith he, As God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay, &c.
he would not seal a slight truth by an oath, but Says he, As God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay, etc.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And Saint Paul saw a disposition in them to suspect the truth of God, as indeed we are proner to believe the lies of our own hearts,
And Saint Paul saw a disposition in them to suspect the truth of God, as indeed we Are proner to believe the lies of our own hearts,
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and the suggestions of Satan, and the counsell of Politicians, of carnall friends, then to believe God himself.
and the suggestions of Satan, and the counsel of Politicians, of carnal Friends, then to believe God himself.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore partly for the indisposition in us;
Therefore partly for the indisposition in us;
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and partly for the great exigence, and necessity of the thing, to believe that Gods Word is his Word, that it is truth, he seales it with an oath, God is true: It is a point of great consequence.
and partly for the great exigence, and necessity of the thing, to believe that God's Word is his Word, that it is truth, he Seals it with an oath, God is true: It is a point of great consequence.
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The reason is, God can have no service else, and we can have no comfort.
The reason is, God can have no service Else, and we can have no Comfort.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If we do not believe the Word of God to be undoubtedly true, in great temptations, If we do not believe the Word of God to be undoubtedly true, in great temptations,
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and assaults, what armour of proof shall we have? we can have no comfort, nor grace:
and assaults, what armour of proof shall we have? we can have no Comfort, nor grace:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For sometimes subtile, and strong temptations to evill come, if the Word of God be not more undoubted to me,
For sometime subtle, and strong temptations to evil come, if the Word of God be not more undoubted to me,
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if the temptation be ready, and I be not built on, and settled on some grounded truth that I know to be true as God is true;
if the temptation be ready, and I be not built on, and settled on Some grounded truth that I know to be true as God is true;
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when the temptation is strong, and our faith weak, where are we? a man presently yields to base lusts and temptations.
when the temptation is strong, and our faith weak, where Are we? a man presently yields to base Lustiest and temptations.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And so in matter of danger, and despair;
And so in matter of danger, and despair;
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when a man is tempted to despair, if he cannot build on this, God is true, and his Word is as true as himself, he will not the death of a sinner, &c. here a man is swallowed up.
when a man is tempted to despair, if he cannot built on this, God is true, and his Word is as true as himself, he will not the death of a sinner, etc. Here a man is swallowed up.
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It is no matter how strong the foundation be, if the building on that foundation be weak.
It is no matter how strong the Foundation be, if the building on that Foundation be weak.
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If a strong man stand in a slippery place, down he falls;
If a strong man stand in a slippery place, down he falls;
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if a man stand slippery, and have a weak standing on a strong place, on a strong foundation,
if a man stand slippery, and have a weak standing on a strong place, on a strong Foundation,
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if he have a weak building on a strong foundation, he shall soon be cast off.
if he have a weak building on a strong Foundation, he shall soon be cast off.
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So, the Word of God is true in it self:
So, the Word of God is true in it self:
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but if we be not perswaded so, that it is infallibly true, that it is alway yea, we shall be shaken with temptations.
but if we be not persuaded so, that it is infallibly true, that it is always yea, we shall be shaken with temptations.
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When we are tempted to sin, the temptation is present, we are sure of the temptation:
When we Are tempted to since, the temptation is present, we Are sure of the temptation:
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if we be not more sure of somewhat against the temptation, somewhat out of the Word to beat back the darts of Satan,
if we be not more sure of somewhat against the temptation, somewhat out of the Word to beatrice back the darts of Satan,
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when we are tempted to sin, and to despair for sin, down we go: and therefore it is a matter of infinite consequence to be perswaded of Divine truth.
when we Are tempted to since, and to despair for since, down we go: and Therefore it is a matter of infinite consequence to be persuaded of Divine truth.
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What makes many as they are in courses that are corrupt in their callings? nothing but this, they stagger,
What makes many as they Are in courses that Are corrupt in their callings? nothing but this, they stagger,
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whether it be true or no that there shall be a Judgment: they stagger whether it be true or no that the Scripture saith:
whither it be true or no that there shall be a Judgement: they stagger whither it be true or no that the Scripture Says:
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if they were perswaded that it were yea, as true as God is in heaven,
if they were persuaded that it were yea, as true as God is in heaven,
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as true as they have soules, so their soules must be called to Judgment for that they speak, and do;
as true as they have Souls, so their Souls must be called to Judgement for that they speak, and do;
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would they do as they do? Therefore S. Paul stablisheth them by an oath, God is true, and as God is true, our Word to you was not yea, and nay.
would they do as they do? Therefore S. Paul stablisheth them by an oath, God is true, and as God is true, our Word to you was not yea, and nay.
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Therefore take in good part with thankfulnesse the means that God hath ordained to strengthen our faith,
Therefore take in good part with thankfulness the means that God hath ordained to strengthen our faith,
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and assurance of the Word of God, and the Promises of God. Therefore he hath appointed the Sacrament for that purpose.
and assurance of the Word of God, and the Promises of God. Therefore he hath appointed the Sacrament for that purpose.
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I say there is nothing in the world so strengthened as the soul of a Christian,
I say there is nothing in the world so strengthened as the soul of a Christian,
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For if we will believe God, we have his promise, That Whosoever believes in Christ shall not perish, but have everlasting life;
For if we will believe God, we have his promise, That Whosoever believes in christ shall not perish, but have everlasting life;
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rich promises, precious promises, as the Scripture calls them. We have not onely promises, but they are sealed with an oath:
rich promises, precious promises, as the Scripture calls them. We have not only promises, but they Are sealed with an oath:
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Now an oath is an unchangeable thing, Heb. 9. 16. we have promises, and oath, that we might have strong consolation; whatsoever might secure man we have.
Now an oath is an unchangeable thing, Hebrew 9. 16. we have promises, and oath, that we might have strong consolation; whatsoever might secure man we have.
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Besides his oath we have his seal, his Sacrament.
Beside his oath we have his seal, his Sacrament.
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It was his love to condescend to make any Covenant with sinfull creatures, that upon any terms he would give them life everlasting.
It was his love to condescend to make any Covenant with sinful creatures, that upon any terms he would give them life everlasting.
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It was a higher degree of love to set Christ to be the foundation of this peace,
It was a higher degree of love to Set christ to be the Foundation of this peace,
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and of this Covenant, that now God and we may be at peace with satisfaction to Divine Justice, that he is the foundation of the peace between God and us:
and of this Covenant, that now God and we may be At peace with satisfaction to Divine justice, that he is the Foundation of the peace between God and us:
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Now God may be mercifull without wrong, without impeachment to his Justice;
Now God may be merciful without wrong, without impeachment to his justice;
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that is a higher degree of mercy, to enter into Covenant, and to give Christ to be the foundation of all.
that is a higher degree of mercy, to enter into Covenant, and to give christ to be the Foundation of all.
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And then it is a higher degree then that to secure us of the Covenant that Christ is ours, to seal the Word with an oath,
And then it is a higher degree then that to secure us of the Covenant that christ is ours, to seal the Word with an oath,
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and with the Sacrament which is the seal of the Covenant; what could God do more?
and with the Sacrament which is the seal of the Covenant; what could God do more?
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What a horrible sin therefore is unbelief, that we should tremble at, to call Gods love, and truth in question!
What a horrible since Therefore is unbelief, that we should tremble At, to call God's love, and truth in question!
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But yet we are prone to it;
But yet we Are prove to it;
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or else why did Christ ordain the Sacrament to strengthen and stablish our faith, and to confirm us,
or Else why did christ ordain the Sacrament to strengthen and establish our faith, and to confirm us,
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but that he knew our propensenesse to unbelief. In the time of ease and prosperity, it is easie to think, God is merciful, and Christ died;
but that he knew our propenseness to unbelief. In the time of ease and Prosperity, it is easy to think, God is merciful, and christ died;
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but in the time of temptation, all is little enough to shore and prop up the faith of a drooping Christian.
but in the time of temptation, all is little enough to shore and prop up the faith of a drooping Christian.
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Therefore God out of heavenly wisdome, and love to us hath appointed these Ordinances for the strengthening of our faith.
Therefore God out of heavenly Wisdom, and love to us hath appointed these Ordinances for the strengthening of our faith.
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And all is to no purpose, unlesse our faith be strong in the Promises; as Saint Paul takes an oath, to build them on the Promises he taught them.
And all is to no purpose, unless our faith be strong in the Promises; as Saint Paul Takes an oath, to built them on the Promises he taught them.
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And so all is little enough, oath, and promises, and seal, &c. Therefore we should with all reverence attend upon Gods Ordinances,
And so all is little enough, oath, and promises, and seal, etc. Therefore we should with all Reverence attend upon God's Ordinances,
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for the strengthening of our faith. But to come to the words themselves. As God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay.
for the strengthening of our faith. But to come to the words themselves. As God is true, our word to you was not yea, and nay.
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Take the words out of the form of an oath, and the Proposition is, That God is true, and faithfull.
Take the words out of the from of an oath, and the Proposition is, That God is true, and faithful.
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In this link of the sentence, God is true; First it is true that God is, he is truly God, his nature is true, his properties true. In this link of the sentence, God is true; First it is true that God is, he is truly God, his nature is true, his properties true.
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Likewise God is true and faithfull, not onely in his nature, and properties, but in his free decrees, in the things that freely come from him.
Likewise God is true and faithful, not only in his nature, and properties, but in his free decrees, in the things that freely come from him.
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It was free for him to make promises of salvation, or no, as it was free for him to make a world,
It was free for him to make promises of salvation, or no, as it was free for him to make a world,
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or no, and whether he would redeem mankind, or no:
or no, and whither he would Redeem mankind, or no:
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but when he had promised, except he should deny himself, and his truth, he must send Christ.
but when he had promised, except he should deny himself, and his truth, he must send christ.
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So in all the free promises of forgivenesse of sins, and life everlasting by Christ,
So in all the free promises of forgiveness of Sins, and life everlasting by christ,
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we believe in him, we say they are certainly true, because God that is true hath promised:
if we believe in him, we say they Are Certainly true, Because God that is true hath promised:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God is true in his Nature, and true in his free Promises, and threatnings; he is true in his works, true in his Word, every way true.
God is true in his Nature, and true in his free Promises, and threatenings; he is true in his works, true in his Word, every Way true.
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He is true in his nature, all is true within him, and without him:
He is true in his nature, all is true within him, and without him:
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if any thing could change him from within, he were not himself, he were not God.
if any thing could change him from within, he were not himself, he were not God.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And from without there is nothing can change him: for there is nothing stronger then God.
And from without there is nothing can change him: for there is nothing Stronger then God.
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God is true in all his purposes, true in his free and voluntary decrees.
God is true in all his Purposes, true in his free and voluntary decrees.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It was free for him to decree, but having decreed, there is a necessity of performing;
It was free for him to Decree, but having decreed, there is a necessity of performing;
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is of the necessity of his nature as he is God.
it is of the necessity of his nature as he is God.
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He is true in his free decrees, they are not free in regard of the event,
He is true in his free decrees, they Are not free in regard of the event,
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but in regard of the Original, as I said; he might have made a world at the first, or no, and have redeemed mankind, or no:
but in regard of the Original, as I said; he might have made a world At the First, or no, and have redeemed mankind, or no:
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but having made these decrees, of necessity as he is God he must be true in his free decrees.
but having made these decrees, of necessity as he is God he must be true in his free decrees.
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There is a subordination of truths, whereof one is the cause of all the rest.
There is a subordination of truths, whereof one is the cause of all the rest.
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Now all depends upon this grand truth, God is; it is the first truth that ever was of all truths in the world, in heaven and earth, that there is a God, that there is such a thing, such an excellency as God, the Authour of all things in nature, the Authour of all things in grace, and glory.
Now all depends upon this grand truth, God is; it is the First truth that ever was of all truths in the world, in heaven and earth, that there is a God, that there is such a thing, such an excellency as God, the Author of all things in nature, the Author of all things in grace, and glory.
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I shall not need to prove this fundamental truth, this Truth of truths, that God is: It infers all other truths.
I shall not need to prove this fundamental truth, this Truth of truths, that God is: It infers all other truths.
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For grant this, that God is, and a man must needs grant that that followes upon it, that God is as a God should be, that is, unchangeable, eternal, immutable, almighty, al-sufficient,
For grant this, that God is, and a man must needs grant that that follows upon it, that God is as a God should be, that is, unchangeable, Eternal, immutable, almighty, All-sufficient,
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and all the blessed attributes, that he is the authour of all good in the creature, that must needs follow, God is the first truth:
and all the blessed attributes, that he is the author of all good in the creature, that must needs follow, God is the First truth:
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and then God is so and so as becomes a God. And then this must follow in the next place, that he is a God immutable,
and then God is so and so as becomes a God. And then this must follow in the next place, that he is a God immutable,
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and unchangeable, he must be so in all the manifestations that come from him, in his free decrees,
and unchangeable, he must be so in all the manifestations that come from him, in his free decrees,
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and in the outward manifestations by promises, and threatnings, and whatsoever; and therefore God is true immutably, and unchangeably true, or else he were not God;
and in the outward manifestations by promises, and threatenings, and whatsoever; and Therefore God is true immutably, and unchangeably true, or Else he were not God;
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he cannot be otherwise and be God.
he cannot be otherwise and be God.
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A man may say of a man, he is a liar, and yet he may be a man:
A man may say of a man, he is a liar, and yet he may be a man:
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a man may be a man, and a good man, and yet be unconstant, and changeable, because he is a creature:
a man may be a man, and a good man, and yet be unconstant, and changeable, Because he is a creature:
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but to say a God, and not to be true, is to say a God, and not a God:
but to say a God, and not to be true, is to say a God, and not a God:
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of the necessity of his nature he must be true.
of the necessity of his nature he must be true.
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It is not of the necessity of the nature of man to be true, he may be a man, and be a liar: Every man is a liar;
It is not of the necessity of the nature of man to be true, he may be a man, and be a liar: Every man is a liar;
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because it is not of the essence of man to be true:
Because it is not of the essence of man to be true:
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but God is true out of the necessity of nature, he cannot be God if he be not true; because God cannot deny himself.
but God is true out of the necessity of nature, he cannot be God if he be not true; Because God cannot deny himself.
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Man is changeable, because he is a creature, as Damascen's speech is, All things created are mutable,
Man is changeable, Because he is a creature, as Damascen's speech is, All things created Are mutable,
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and man as a creature is changeable: a man therefore may be alterable, and false, and be a man;
and man as a creature is changeable: a man Therefore may be alterable, and false, and be a man;
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but God cannot be so, and be God. It will be objected, that God hath threatned oft, and hath not performed:
but God cannot be so, and be God. It will be objected, that God hath threatened oft, and hath not performed:
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as we see in the Ninivetes, and Hezekias in his sicknesse, and so in many others.
as we see in the Ninivetes, and Hezekias in his sickness, and so in many Others.
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But the answer is easie, God is true in all these: for Gods Promises that come from his truth;
But the answer is easy, God is true in all these: for God's Promises that come from his truth;
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they are either absolute, or conditional. The absolute are those that have nothing annexed to them, but shall certainly be.
they Are either absolute, or conditional. The absolute Are those that have nothing annexed to them, but shall Certainly be.
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As God would have sent Christ without all conditions, Christ should have come without all peradventure as we say.
As God would have sent christ without all conditions, christ should have come without all Peradventure as we say.
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But now some promises have conditions annexed to them:
But now Some promises have conditions annexed to them:
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if a Nation repent of their sins, God will repent of the evill he hath threatned,
if a nation Repent of their Sins, God will Repent of the evil he hath threatened,
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as it is in Jeremy. Now those threatenings that are on condition of repentance, if the condition be performed, the sentence is reversed.
as it is in Jeremiah. Now those threatenings that Are on condition of Repentance, if the condition be performed, the sentence is reversed.
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All the Promises are made with exception of the Crosse, all must suffer before they come to heaven, and be glorified:
All the Promises Are made with exception of the Cross, all must suffer before they come to heaven, and be glorified:
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Now all the Promises with the exception of the Crosse are conditional.
Now all the Promises with the exception of the Cross Are conditional.
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So God is true both in his absolute Promises that are made without condition, and he is true in his conditional Promises;
So God is true both in his absolute Promises that Are made without condition, and he is true in his conditional Promises;
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because where he performs the condition, he will perform likewise that that is tied to the condition:
Because where he performs the condition, he will perform likewise that that is tied to the condition:
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he changeth his sentence sometimes, and his threatening, but not his decree: for his purpose and decree is to forgive and reverse the sentence, if we repent.
he changes his sentence sometime, and his threatening, but not his Decree: for his purpose and Decree is to forgive and reverse the sentence, if we Repent.
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I say, it is a clear truth, that God is true, unchangeably, and immutably true.
I say, it is a clear truth, that God is true, unchangeably, and immutably true.
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And it is the prime truth of all truths, that God is, and God is true.
And it is the prime truth of all truths, that God is, and God is true.
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As we say of the heavens, unlesse the heavens were moved, there would be no motion in the earth:
As we say of the heavens, unless the heavens were moved, there would be no motion in the earth:
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For if the Sun had not a motion in the Zodiack up and down, where were Summer and Winter? If he had not his course, where were night and day? The vicissitude and entercourse of all earthly things? If the heavenly motion were not, nisi moverentur, &c. if those did not move, we could not move, because we depend upon that.
For if the Sun had not a motion in the Zodiac up and down, where were Summer and Winter? If he had not his course, where were night and day? The vicissitude and intercourse of all earthly things? If the heavenly motion were not, nisi moverentur, etc. if those did not move, we could not move, Because we depend upon that.
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So unlesse it were true, that God were, there is a God, and God is unchangeably true, there would be nothing true in the world:
So unless it were true, that God were, there is a God, and God is unchangeably true, there would be nothing true in the world:
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for all truth is therefore true, because it is answerable to that exemplar truth that is true in God, answerable to Gods conceit, and decree of things.
for all truth is Therefore true, Because it is answerable to that exemplar truth that is true in God, answerable to God's conceit, and Decree of things.
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This I observe the rather, because it is a fundamental thing:
This I observe the rather, Because it is a fundamental thing:
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it doth wondrously stablish our faith in Divine truths, when we know it comes from God that is true.
it does wondrously establish our faith in Divine truths, when we know it comes from God that is true.
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If we would seek for evidences of our faith, then we must go within us,
If we would seek for evidences of our faith, then we must go within us,
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and see what love, and what hope, what combat between the flesh and spirit there is;
and see what love, and what hope, what combat between the Flesh and Spirit there is;
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but if we look for any thing to stablish our faith, go out of us, consider the unchangeable truth of God, whose truth it is.
but if we look for any thing to establish our faith, go out of us, Consider the unchangeable truth of God, whose truth it is.
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God as God creating a reasonable creature, he must give him some revealed truth, he could not be worshipped else.
God as God creating a reasonable creature, he must give him Some revealed truth, he could not be worshipped Else.
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and covetous, and wantons shall never enter into the Kingdome of heaven, (Be not deceived, saith the Apostle,) that Word is yea, it is true. God is true:
and covetous, and wantons shall never enter into the Kingdom of heaven, (Be not deceived, Says the Apostle,) that Word is yea, it is true. God is true:
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How must we know this revealed truth whereby he will be worshipped by the reasonable creature? (for no man will be served by his servant as he pleaseth) how shll we know these certain truths? because they come from his nature. God is true; and as God is true:
How must we know this revealed truth whereby he will be worshipped by the reasonable creature? (for no man will be served by his servant as he Pleases) how shll we know these certain truths? Because they come from his nature. God is true; and as God is true:
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so our word to you was not you, and way, that is, it was true.so our word to you was not you, and Way, that is, it was true.
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There is the same ground of the certainty of Evangelicall truth as there is of God himself to be true.
There is the same ground of the certainty of Evangelical truth as there is of God himself to be true.
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To add a little further in the Point, consider the truth of God every way, the faithfulnesse of God,
To add a little further in the Point, Consider the truth of God every Way, the faithfulness of God,
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as it signifies in the originall, as God is faithful. Consider what relations God hath put upon him in his divine truth,
as it signifies in the original, as God is faithful. Consider what relations God hath put upon him in his divine truth,
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how he will be thought on. And then bring those relations to his nature: for there we must pitch at last.
how he will be Thought on. And then bring those relations to his nature: for there we must pitch At last.
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What is he to us? and how hath he revealed himself to us? Thus and thus.
What is he to us? and how hath he revealed himself to us? Thus and thus.
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What is he in his nature? So, and so: and there we must rest.
What is he in his nature? So, and so: and there we must rest.
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For instance, The Lord hath made many promises, who is it that hath made them? he that is true, and unchangably true:
For instance, The Lord hath made many promises, who is it that hath made them? he that is true, and unchangeably true:
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there the soul rests in the nature of God.
there the soul rests in the nature of God.
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But what relations hath he put upon him? he is a God, and a Lord,
But what relations hath he put upon him? he is a God, and a Lord,
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and a Judge, and a Father, &c.
and a Judge, and a Father, etc.
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Now as he is God, he is true, therefore he will do all things that a true God should doe; he will uphold his creature:
Now as he is God, he is true, Therefore he will do all things that a true God should do; he will uphold his creature:
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while he will have his creature continue, he will give it life, and being, and motion.
while he will have his creature continue, he will give it life, and being, and motion.
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And as a Lord he will do with his own what he list, and it is not for us to contend with him why he will do this or that,
And as a Lord he will do with his own what he list, and it is not for us to contend with him why he will do this or that,
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why he makes one rich, and another poore. He is Lord of all, and a true Lord;
why he makes one rich, and Another poor. He is Lord of all, and a true Lord;
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therefore we must give authority to this true Lord.
Therefore we must give Authority to this true Lord.
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And then as he is a Judge, he corrects men for sin, and rewards them for the good they do.
And then as he is a Judge, he corrects men for since, and rewards them for the good they do.
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As a Judge, sometime he punisheth them inwardly in conscience, sometimes outwardly.
As a Judge, sometime he Punisheth them inwardly in conscience, sometime outwardly.
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All the good we have is from this, that he is a faithful, and true God; therefore there we must rest.
All the good we have is from this, that he is a faithful, and true God; Therefore there we must rest.
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He is a true Judge, he rewards every man according to his works, whether they be good or evill.
He is a true Judge, he rewards every man according to his works, whither they be good or evil.
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this must follow therefore, that whatsoever he saith is true; therefore his threatenings are true.
this must follow Therefore, that whatsoever he Says is true; Therefore his threatenings Are true.
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And so in the relation of a Father, he is a true Father, he corrects when time serves, he rewards and encourageth when time serves, he gives an inheritance to his Children,
And so in the Relation of a Father, he is a true Father, he corrects when time serves, he rewards and Encourageth when time serves, he gives an inheritance to his Children,
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and hath pity and compassion on his Children when time serves; He is a true Father.
and hath pity and compassion on his Children when time serves; He is a true Father.
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Other fathers do this and that out of passion, not out of truth and goodnesse: but he doth.
Other Father's do this and that out of passion, not out of truth and Goodness: but he does.
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So when we consider God in his relations, consider of the attribute of his truth. All truth, in his Word comes from this, God is true.
So when we Consider God in his relations, Consider of the attribute of his truth. All truth, in his Word comes from this, God is true.
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This truth is sealed by this, that our truth to you, our word to you was not yea, and nay, uncertain:
This truth is sealed by this, that our truth to you, our word to you was not yea, and nay, uncertain:
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Gods truth is not uncertain and variable. There is no shadow of change in him, and his Word is like himself.
God's truth is not uncertain and variable. There is no shadow of change in him, and his Word is like himself.
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We say usually in the word of an honest man, and that is something, In verbum S• … rdotis, in the word of a Priest, it was accounted in former times a great matter: it should be so indeed.
We say usually in the word of an honest man, and that is something, In verbum S• … rdotis, in the word of a Priest, it was accounted in former times a great matter: it should be so indeed.
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In the word of a King is a great matter. But when God saith in the Word of a God.
In the word of a King is a great matter. But when God Says in the Word of a God.
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The Word of the Lord hath spoken so, It is not yea, and nay, it was not flexible,The Word of the Lord hath spoken so, It is not yea, and nay, it was not flexible,
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and doubtful, because it is the Word of him that hath the command of all that he saith, it is his VVord that is Lord of Heaven, and Earth.
and doubtful, Because it is the Word of him that hath the command of all that he Says, it is his Word that is Lord of Heaven, and Earth.
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Now when he that saith a thing is the Lord of Heaven and Earth, he is Lord of his own Word,
Now when he that Says a thing is the Lord of Heaven and Earth, he is Lord of his own Word,
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therefore what he saith is not yea, and nay, uncertain: for he can make good what he saith.
Therefore what he Says is not yea, and nay, uncertain: for he can make good what he Says.
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There is the same ground of Evangelicall truth, as there is of God himself to be true.
There is the same ground of Evangelical truth, as there is of God himself to be true.
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I will speak no more in the unfolding of the Point, it is plain that God is true.
I will speak no more in the unfolding of the Point, it is plain that God is true.
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Is this true, that God is true, that he is truth it self? then many things issue from hence:
Is this true, that God is true, that he is truth it self? then many things issue from hence:
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It is a ground of many other truths:
It is a ground of many other truths:
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It was the ground of all the Uses that S. Paul makes of the Word of God, it is profitable every way.
It was the ground of all the Uses that S. Paul makes of the Word of God, it is profitable every Way.
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I will name some principall, to avoid multiplicity in a plain Point. God is true, and his Word is true;
I will name Some principal, to avoid Multiplicity in a plain Point. God is true, and his Word is true;
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hereupon the threatenings of God must needs be true, even as true as God himself.
hereupon the threatenings of God must needs be true, even as true as God himself.
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If this be so, then unlesse we will make another Scripture, another Word, this Word is yea. That Word that threatens sin, that Idolaters,
If this be so, then unless we will make Another Scripture, Another Word, this Word is yea. That Word that threatens since, that Idolaters,
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here is yea, and nay, a contradiction.
Here is yea, and nay, a contradiction.
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It is a truth that hath influence into all other truths whatsoever, that which is prefixed here by S. Paul, not onely as an oath, As Gad is true, so his Word is not yea, and nay, but certain:
It is a truth that hath influence into all other truths whatsoever, that which is prefixed Here by S. Paul, not only as an oath, As Gad is true, so his Word is not yea, and nay, but certain:
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but I say it hath influence into all other truths whatsoever; threatnings, promises, directions, all are therefore true, because God is true.
but I say it hath influence into all other truths whatsoever; threatenings, promises, directions, all Are Therefore true, Because God is true.
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Therefore those that shuffle off the threatnings, and think they shall do well, and blesse themselves, Gods wrath shall smoak against them:
Therefore those that shuffle off the threatenings, and think they shall do well, and bless themselves, God's wrath shall smoke against them:
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for God must alter his nature, and his Word must be altered, or else his judgments must stick on them to death and damnation without repentance.
for God must altar his nature, and his Word must be altered, or Else his Judgments must stick on them to death and damnation without Repentance.
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If God should not be avenged on ordinary swearers, and blasphemers;
If God should not be avenged on ordinary swearers, and blasphemers;
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if adulterers should live in such sins, and ever come to heaven, they must have another God, and another Word of God;
if Adulterers should live in such Sins, and ever come to heaven, they must have Another God, and Another Word of God;
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this hath said, they shall not enter into heaven that live in these sins.
this hath said, they shall not enter into heaven that live in these Sins.
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If it be true as God is true, what horrible Atheisme is in the hearts of men, to think that God will change his nature,
If it be true as God is true, what horrible Atheism is in the hearts of men, to think that God will change his nature,
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though they do not change their course, and that the Word of God shall alter,
though they do not change their course, and that the Word of God shall altar,
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though they will not alter? what hope can prophane blasphemous persons have that make but a trifle of swearing,
though they will not altar? what hope can profane blasphemous Persons have that make but a trifle of swearing,
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when God hath said they shall not go unpunished? and those that live in a filthy course,
when God hath said they shall not go unpunished? and those that live in a filthy course,
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when God hath said, Whor emongers and adulterers God will judge? without horrible atheisme how can these men hope for favour from God,
when God hath said, Whor emongers and Adulterers God will judge? without horrible atheism how can these men hope for favour from God,
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when he hath sealed his Word with this, that as he is true, and truth it self, his Word is true, they shall never enter into heaven?
when he hath sealed his Word with this, that as he is true, and truth it self, his Word is true, they shall never enter into heaven?
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So again, if this be true, that God is true, and his Word thereupon is not yea,
So again, if this be true, that God is true, and his Word thereupon is not yea,
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and nay, it serves to comfort us, many wayes.
and nay, it serves to Comfort us, many ways.
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When we are oppressed in the sense of sin, If we confesse our sins, he is merciful to forgive our sins: When we Are oppressed in the sense of since, If we confess our Sins, he is merciful to forgive our Sins:
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he that is true hath said it, whose Word is not yea, and nay, but yea, trust to it.
he that is true hath said it, whose Word is not yea, and nay, but yea, trust to it.
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If we doubt of perseverance for the time to come:
If we doubt of perseverance for the time to come:
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he that hath begun a good work, will perfect it to the day of the Lord.
he that hath begun a good work, will perfect it to the day of the Lord.
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He is yea, and his Word is yea; he is true, and his Word is true.
He is yea, and his Word is yea; he is true, and his Word is true.
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Again, hence for our judgment we learn this truth, That the Word of God hath the same ground of truth as God himself,
Again, hence for our judgement we Learn this truth, That the Word of God hath the same ground of truth as God himself,
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therefore it is the Judge of all Controversies: of all things questionable in Religion, the Word of God is Judge;
Therefore it is the Judge of all Controversies: of all things questionable in Religion, the Word of God is Judge;
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because it is not yea, and nay, but yea, and it is true, as God is true.
Because it is not yea, and nay, but yea, and it is true, as God is true.
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And it is Judge of this controversie too, whether it be the Word of God?
And it is Judge of this controversy too, whither it be the Word of God?
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The question between the Papists and us is, whether the Epistles, and the Prophets be the Word of God,
The question between the Papists and us is, whither the Epistles, and the prophets be the Word of God,
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or no? whether is it or no?
or no? whither is it or no?
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I answer, from Apostolical testimony, S. Paul saith, As God is true, his Word is true, the true Word of God;
I answer, from Apostolical testimony, S. Paul Says, As God is true, his Word is true, the true Word of God;
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and All Scripture is given by inspiration. The Word of God therefore is the Judge of all Divine truths;
and All Scripture is given by inspiration. The Word of God Therefore is the Judge of all Divine truths;
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because it is most certain, even as certain as God himself. What are the properties of a chief Judge?
Because it is most certain, even as certain as God himself. What Are the properties of a chief Judge?
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He must be true without errour: authentical without appeal, such as can from himself without a higher determine.
He must be true without error: authentical without appeal, such as can from himself without a higher determine.
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He must be infallible without perill of errour. All these belong to Gods truth. It is yea, it is true without errour, it is alway yea. And then it is authenticall;
He must be infallible without peril of error. All these belong to God's truth. It is yea, it is true without error, it is always yea. And then it is authentical;
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there is nothing higher but God himself, whose Word it is;
there is nothing higher but God himself, whose Word it is;
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and it hath the same authority that himself hath, As God is true, so it is true.
and it hath the same Authority that himself hath, As God is true, so it is true.
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It is authenticall without all appeal, we cannot go higher then God himself in his Word.
It is authentical without all appeal, we cannot go higher then God himself in his Word.
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We cannot call God, or Christ from heaven,;
We cannot call God, or christ from heaven,;
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he hath left us his VVord, and therefore it is to be credited of it self.
he hath left us his Word, and Therefore it is to be credited of it self.
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And it is infallibly true without danger of errour, one depends upon another, As God is true, so our Word is true.
And it is infallibly true without danger of error, one depends upon Another, As God is true, so our Word is true.
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If God be true infallibly, this issues by consequence, that the Scripture is the Judge, and infallibly true without danger of errour.
If God be true infallibly, this issues by consequence, that the Scripture is the Judge, and infallibly true without danger of error.
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Hence we may know what to judge of that Romish assertion. There are no other Judges in the world can be said to be yea alway.
Hence we may know what to judge of that Romish assertion. There Are no other Judges in the world can be said to be yea always.
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Councels are not alway yea, they are yea, and nay; what one Councell hath set down, another hath reversed.
Counsels Are not always yea, they Are yea, and nay; what one Council hath Set down, Another hath reversed.
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In the Councel of Basile the Pope was above the Councel. In another Councel, that is above the Pope.
In the Council of Basil the Pope was above the Council. In Another Council, that is above the Pope.
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So one Popes decrees thwart another. The Popes are yea, and nay, and not yea; for many hundred years they laboured to crosse and thwart one another.
So one Popes decrees thwart Another. The Popes Are yea, and nay, and not yea; for many hundred Years they laboured to cross and thwart one Another.
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for the truth of grace is there: now it is the priviledge of God to know the heart:
for the truth of grace is there: now it is the privilege of God to know the heart:
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So Councels, and Popes are yea, and nay, and not alway yea. Traditions of the Fathers are yea, and nay, and not alway yea; they thwart themselves.
So Counsels, and Popes Are yea, and nay, and not always yea. Traditions of the Father's Are yea, and nay, and not always yea; they thwart themselves.
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S. Austin the best of the Fathers, to whom the Church is most chiefly beholding of all the rest, he was yea, and nay.
S. Austin the best of the Father's, to whom the Church is most chiefly beholding of all the rest, he was yea, and nay.
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Doth he not retract? He wrote a book of Retractations of his former opinions, then he was yea, and nay, and yet a holy man.
Does he not retract? He wrote a book of Retractations of his former opinions, then he was yea, and nay, and yet a holy man.
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That which is the Judge of controversies must be yea, that is, infallibly true, authentically true, that there be not a higher.
That which is the Judge of controversies must be yea, that is, infallibly true, authentically true, that there be not a higher.
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(19) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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From all others, from Fathers, and Councels, there may be appeal to Scripture; but from Scripture to none:
From all Others, from Father's, and Counsels, there may be appeal to Scripture; but from Scripture to none:
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because it is the Voice, and Word of God.
Because it is the Voice, and Word of God.
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All things else are yea, and nay, they are changeable, and they may be so without prejudice to the being of them.
All things Else Are yea, and nay, they Are changeable, and they may be so without prejudice to the being of them.
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A Councell may be a good Councel, and unconstant in many things. Fathers may be holy Fathers, and uncertain:
A Council may be a good Council, and unconstant in many things. Father's may be holy Father's, and uncertain:
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it is onely the prerogative of God to be infallible like himself, unchangeable in his nature,
it is only the prerogative of God to be infallible like himself, unchangeable in his nature,
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and his Word is like himself.
and his Word is like himself.
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Hence likewise issues this, That whatsoever agrees not with the Word of God which is not yea, and nay, is false and naught;
Hence likewise issues this, That whatsoever agrees not with the Word of God which is not yea, and nay, is false and nought;
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Therefore those opinions of the Church of Rome, that say they cannot erre, if they be not yea with this yea, then they are not yea:
Therefore those opinions of the Church of Rome, that say they cannot err, if they be not yea with this yea, then they Are not yea:
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for onely the Word of God is not yea, and nay, but onely yea; that is, onely certain, and true.
for only the Word of God is not yea, and nay, but only yea; that is, only certain, and true.
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All other Religions that are not Divine, are yea, and nay.
All other Religions that Are not Divine, Are yea, and nay.
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Popery is not grounded upon the Word of God, because it is yea, and nay, that is, it is uncertain.
Popery is not grounded upon the Word of God, Because it is yea, and nay, that is, it is uncertain.
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See how they crosse many wayes this Word of God that is alwayes yea, and true as God himself is true.
See how they cross many ways this Word of God that is always yea, and true as God himself is true.
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Is it yea, that they saw no Image of God, and therefore they must make and worship no Image? Nay, saith the Church of Rome, they have a nay for this yea;
Is it yea, that they saw no Image of God, and Therefore they must make and worship no Image? Nay, Says the Church of Rome, they have a nay for this yea;
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they will make Images, and worship them, the Image of Mary, and other Saints. Yea, (saith the Scripture) drink ye all of this:
they will make Images, and worship them, the Image of Marry, and other Saints. Yea, (Says the Scripture) drink you all of this:
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Nay, (saith the Church of Rome) they have a nay for this yea, only the Priest must drink the wine.
Nay, (Says the Church of Room) they have a nay for this yea, only the Priest must drink the wine.
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Let the Word dwell plenteously in you, is the yea of Scripture.Let the Word dwell plenteously in you, is the yea of Scripture.
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It is not onely contrary to Gods yea, but it is yea, and nay, uncertain in it self.
It is not only contrary to God's yea, but it is yea, and nay, uncertain in it self.
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The Church of Rome hath a nay for this yea, it is dangerous for the people to read the Scripture,
The Church of Room hath a nay for this yea, it is dangerous for the people to read the Scripture,
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and therefore they are forbidden it.
and Therefore they Are forbidden it.
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VVe must pray with the understanding as well as with a good affection, 1 Cor. 14. that is, we must know how we pray;
We must pray with the understanding as well as with a good affection, 1 Cor. 14. that is, we must know how we pray;
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it is proved at large excellently.
it is proved At large excellently.
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Nay, understand, or not understand, so the intention be good, (saith Rome) pray in Latine,
Nay, understand, or not understand, so the intention be good, (Says Room) pray in Latin,
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or howsoever, there is their nay to this yea. Let every soul be subject to the higher Powers, is the yea of Gods Book,
or howsoever, there is their nay to this yea. Let every soul be Subject to the higher Powers, is the yea of God's Book,
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therefore the soules of the Clergy, and whosoever: The Church of Rome hath a nay for this yea, therefore their doctrine is bad:
Therefore the Souls of the Clergy, and whosoever: The Church of Room hath a nay for this yea, Therefore their Doctrine is bad:
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for only God is true, and his VVord is only not yea, and nay, but alway yea, infallible;
for only God is true, and his Word is only not yea, and nay, but always yea, infallible;
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therefore that which is contrary to it must needs be false.
Therefore that which is contrary to it must needs be false.
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If onely yea be true, then that which is contrary to it must needs be false.
If only yea be true, then that which is contrary to it must needs be false.
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And likewise again, if Gods VVord be not yea, and nay, that is, not unconstant, then whatsoever is unconstant,
And likewise again, if God's Word be not yea, and nay, that is, not unconstant, then whatsoever is unconstant,
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and thwarts it self in contradictions, is not Gods VVord. Popery is full of inconstancy, full of contradictions to it self.
and thwarts it self in contradictions, is not God's Word. Popery is full of inconstancy, full of contradictions to it self.
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First, besides inconstancy, and uncertainty, it is full of contradictions, it is yea, and nay: for a body to be in many places at once, and yet a true body;
First, beside inconstancy, and uncertainty, it is full of contradictions, it is yea, and nay: for a body to be in many places At once, and yet a true body;
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to be in a hundred, in a million of places at once, as they would have Christs body to be in the Sacrament, here is to be, and not to be;
to be in a hundred, in a million of places At once, as they would have Christ body to be in the Sacrament, Here is to be, and not to be;
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a body, and no body, for it hath not the properties and quantity of a body:
a body, and no body, for it hath not the properties and quantity of a body:
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for a body can be but in one place at one time; here is yea, and nay.
for a body can be but in one place At one time; Here is yea, and nay.
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For Christ to be a perfect Redeemer, and yet notwithstanding to need the help of other Mediatours and Intercessours, here is yea, and nay: it is a contradiction.
For christ to be a perfect Redeemer, and yet notwithstanding to need the help of other Mediators and Intercessors, Here is yea, and nay: it is a contradiction.
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That the Church of Rome is the Catholike Church: if it be Roman, it is not Catholike:
That the Church of Room is the Catholic Church: if it be Roman, it is not Catholic:
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The universal Catholick Roman Church, it is as much as the universal particular Church: it is a contradiction, one thing overturnes another.
The universal Catholic Roman Church, it is as much as the universal particular Church: it is a contradiction, one thing overturns Another.
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The sacrifice of the Masse, an unbloody sacrifice: a sacrifice is the killing of a thing that was alive; a sacrifice is with blood:
The sacrifice of the Mass, an unbloody sacrifice: a sacrifice is the killing of a thing that was alive; a sacrifice is with blood:
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the offering of Christ in the bread, is an unbloody sacrifice: a sacrifice, and not a sacrifice:
the offering of christ in the bred, is an unbloody sacrifice: a sacrifice, and not a sacrifice:
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So that besides their thwarting of Scripture, they thwart, and contradict themselves in their fundamentall points, they are yea, and nay.
So that beside their thwarting of Scripture, they thwart, and contradict themselves in their fundamental points, they Are yea, and nay.
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And then they are full of uncertainties, they are not undoubtedly yea. There is no Papist in the world would end his dayes so,
And then they Are full of uncertainties, they Are not undoubtedly yea. There is no Papist in the world would end his days so,
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if he be not drunk, if he be advised, if he be not surprized with passion,
if he be not drunk, if he be advised, if he be not surprised with passion,
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if he do not forget himself.
if he do not forget himself.
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Come to a Papist, and ask him, what? are the main points of Popery that you believe, alwayes yea? Can you say when you confesse your sins, that you confesse all? No;
Come to a Papist, and ask him, what? Are the main points of Popery that you believe, always yea? Can you say when you confess your Sins, that you confess all? No;
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can you then say then you have a perfect absolution, that depends upon your confession? No, it is an uncertain thing.
can you then say then you have a perfect absolution, that depends upon your Confessi? No, it is an uncertain thing.
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What an absutd thing is Popish Religion? it wracks the conscience of people.
What an absutd thing is Popish Religion? it wracks the conscience of people.
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Can you say that the Priest intends consecration in these words, This is my body? No:
Can you say that the Priest intends consecration in these words, This is my body? No:
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and if the Priests intention be not there, then Christ is not there, and then you are Idolaters.
and if the Priests intention be not there, then christ is not there, and then you Are Idolaters.
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Can you tell certainly that Transubstantiation depends upon his consecration? No, how full of uncertainties,
Can you tell Certainly that Transubstantiation depends upon his consecration? No, how full of uncertainties,
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and contradictions is Popery? you cannot say the Points of Popery are alwaies yea.
and contradictions is Popery? you cannot say the Points of Popery Are always yea.
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Perhaps they are yea in life, but are they yea in death? It is yea in life, that they merit salvation by works,
Perhaps they Are yea in life, but Are they yea in death? It is yea in life, that they merit salvation by works,
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but is it yea in death? No;
but is it yea in death? No;
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Bellarmine disclaimes it, It is safe not to trust in our own merits for danger of vain-glory, &c. but to trust onely in the mercy of God in Christ.Bellarmine disclaims it, It is safe not to trust in our own merits for danger of vainglory, etc. but to trust only in the mercy of God in christ.
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So their doctrine, it is yea in life, to sin by, to live riotously by, but then it is nay in death, they reverse it if they belong to God:
So their Doctrine, it is yea in life, to sin by, to live riotously by, but then it is nay in death, they reverse it if they belong to God:
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they disclaim their works, and other things, and cleave onely to Christ, and there is hope of them that have grace truly to do so.
they disclaim their works, and other things, and cleave only to christ, and there is hope of them that have grace truly to do so.
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So their doctrine is not yea, that in life and death they can stick to.
So their Doctrine is not yea, that in life and death they can stick to.
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To go on a little further, to lay open the grossenesse of their tenents, and the danger of their Religion. (We are better bottomed then they are, which make the Word of God our rule,
To go on a little further, to lay open the grossness of their tenants, and the danger of their Religion. (We Are better bottomed then they Are, which make the Word of God our Rule,
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and ground, that is not yea, and nay, but yea.) The Canonization of Saints. The Pope, he makes Garnet a Traytor, and Thomas of Becket, Saints:
and ground, that is not yea, and nay, but yea.) The Canonization of Saints. The Pope, he makes Garnet a Traitor, and Thomas of Becket, Saints:
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how can he know that these were Saints that he Canonizeth? he that makes a Saint must know the hearts of men, and search the heart;
how can he know that these were Saints that he Canonizeth? he that makes a Saint must know the hearts of men, and search the heart;
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So that Popery is full of uncertainties, and pitifull perplexities. Indeed they maintain the doctrine of doubting, that we must doubt;
So that Popery is full of uncertainties, and pitiful perplexities. Indeed they maintain the Doctrine of doubting, that we must doubt;
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as if our nature were not sufficiently prone to doubt, but we must get arguments to make us doubt:
as if our nature were not sufficiently prove to doubt, but we must get Arguments to make us doubt:
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as if it were needful to have infirmities to stablish grace in us.
as if it were needful to have infirmities to establish grace in us.
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Alas, we are too prone to doubt, and the Devil is ready to make us stagger in the time of temptation.
Alas, we Are too prove to doubt, and the devil is ready to make us stagger in the time of temptation.
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Again, the Invocation of Saints it is a Point wondrous full of uncertainties:
Again, the Invocation of Saints it is a Point wondrous full of uncertainties:
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Can they know and say certainly that the Saints hear them? They cannot know that one Saint having a finite power should hear a hundred Petitions at once.
Can they know and say Certainly that the Saints hear them? They cannot know that one Saint having a finite power should hear a hundred Petitions At once.
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A finite creature hath but a finite power to hear one thing at one time distinctly:
A finite creature hath but a finite power to hear one thing At one time distinctly:
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how can they be perswaded that a finite Saint in heaven at one time distinctly should hear many thousands that put up their Petitions at once? Can a man that is but a capable creature though glorified,
how can they be persuaded that a finite Saint in heaven At one time distinctly should hear many thousands that put up their Petitions At once? Can a man that is but a capable creature though glorified,
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as Peter, or Mary, &c. distinctly consider a thousand Petitions that are made? they cannot:
as Peter, or Marry, etc. distinctly Consider a thousand Petitions that Are made? they cannot:
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how then can they think that a certain truth, the Invocation of Saints. The main ground of all their Religion is yea, and nay;
how then can they think that a certain truth, the Invocation of Saints. The main ground of all their Religion is yea, and nay;
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the Pillar of it, what is that? The infallible judgment of the Pope:
the Pillar of it, what is that? The infallible judgement of the Pope:
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but how can they tell when he speaks ex Cathedra? for 9. or 10. exceptions,
but how can they tell when he speaks ex Cathedra? for 9. or 10. exceptions,
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and tricks they have, when he speaks to be built on, and when not;
and tricks they have, when he speaks to be built on, and when not;
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how can poor soules know when he speaks so, that the people may infallibly build on his judgment? Because many times he is an illiterate man that knowes nothing in Divine things wherein he is to judge.
how can poor Souls know when he speaks so, that the people may infallibly built on his judgement? Because many times he is an illiterate man that knows nothing in Divine things wherein he is to judge.
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So the very foundation of Popery is yea, and nay, that is a most uncertain thing.
So the very Foundation of Popery is yea, and nay, that is a most uncertain thing.
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And then the ground of that, that he is the Successour of Peter; there is no place of Scripture for it, neither dare they bring any: It is but a Tradition.
And then the ground of that, that he is the Successor of Peter; there is no place of Scripture for it, neither Dare they bring any: It is but a Tradition.
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It is somewhat uncertain whether ever Peter were at Rome: that he was Bishop there, is more uncertain:
It is somewhat uncertain whither ever Peter were At Room: that he was Bishop there, is more uncertain:
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but that the Pope should be his Successour, is most uncertain and impossible of all.
but that the Pope should be his Successor, is most uncertain and impossible of all.
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So indeed, the Religion of Popery is a rack to conscience, especially to conscience that is awaked and knowes what Religion means at all.
So indeed, the Religion of Popery is a rack to conscience, especially to conscience that is awaked and knows what Religion means At all.
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Why is it a rack to them? There is no certainty in it, in the main Tenents of it.
Why is it a rack to them? There is no certainty in it, in the main Tenants of it.
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Now here the Apostle he frees his preaching from this imputation, Our Word to you was not yea, and nay:
Now Here the Apostle he frees his preaching from this imputation, Our Word to you was not yea, and nay:
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and he calls God to record, God is true, and as he is true, my Word to you was not yea,
and he calls God to record, God is true, and as he is true, my Word to you was not yea,
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and nay, but was certainly yea. Thus you see what use we are to make of it for confutation,and nay, but was Certainly yea. Thus you see what use we Are to make of it for confutation,
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and conviction of our own judgments. It may be moved by some perhaps; How doth it appear, how shall we know, by what arguments that it is yea,
and conviction of our own Judgments. It may be moved by Some perhaps; How does it appear, how shall we know, by what Arguments that it is yea,
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and not yea, and nay? I answer:
and not yea, and nay? I answer:
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The testimony of S. Paul here is, that it is so, and his appeal to God with an asseveration, As God is true.
The testimony of S. Paul Here is, that it is so, and his appeal to God with an asseveration, As God is true.
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But our own experience doth tell us, that the Word of God is certain, and true, if we belong to God:
But our own experience does tell us, that the Word of God is certain, and true, if we belong to God:
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for we stand convict in judgment by many arguments, which I will not now repeat.
for we stand convict in judgement by many Arguments, which I will not now repeat.
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But how shall any man certainly know it is yea? the Word is the undoubted Word of God, unchangeable wheresoever it is.
But how shall any man Certainly know it is yea? the Word is the undoubted Word of God, unchangeable wheresoever it is.
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In a word, you may know it is so, he thinks it is so, if he yield obedience to it as to such a Word, absolute obedience to Gods truth without questioning; In a word, you may know it is so, he thinks it is so, if he yield Obedience to it as to such a Word, absolute Obedience to God's truth without questioning;
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when once a thing is clear to be agreeable to Gods truth, he yields obedience to it, then it is yea. when once a thing is clear to be agreeable to God's truth, he yields Obedience to it, then it is yea.
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If it be a duty he must do it: if it be a threatning, he must avoid it by repentance:
If it be a duty he must do it: if it be a threatening, he must avoid it by Repentance:
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if it be a promise, he must believe it: this is absolute obedience.
if it be a promise, he must believe it: this is absolute Obedience.
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Likewise reverence in hearing it, as Cornelius did, Act. 10. To hear it as the Word of God;
Likewise Reverence in hearing it, as Cornelius did, Act. 10. To hear it as the Word of God;
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To tremble at the Word of God, as it is, Esay 66. To tremble at it as men do at thunder.To tremble At the Word of God, as it is, Isaiah 66. To tremble At it as men do At thunder.
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The thunder is said to be the voice of God. The voice of God shakes the Cedars of Lebanon:
The thunder is said to be the voice of God. The voice of God shakes the Cedars of Lebanon:
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so it is with the voice of Gods Word:
so it is with the voice of God's Word:
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Shall the Lion roar, and the beasts of the Forrest not tremble? Shall God threaten for sins that we are obnoxious to,Shall the lion roar, and the beasts of the Forest not tremble? Shall God threaten for Sins that we Are obnoxious to,
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and shall we not tremble at his threatenings? Therefore howsoever we hear it as if it were yea,
and shall we not tremble At his threatenings? Therefore howsoever we hear it as if it were yea,
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and nay, yet it is yea:
and nay, yet it is yea:
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therefore let us not think to go on in sin, and escape, and do well enough.
Therefore let us not think to go on in since, and escape, and do well enough.
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No, it will not be so:
No, it will not be so:
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whatsoever his actions seem to be:
whatsoever his actions seem to be:
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he that thinks it is the Word of God, he trembles at his VVord, and hath answerable affections to all the parts of Gods VVord. If God direct, he followes; if God threaten, he trembles: if he promise, he believes: if he command, he obeyes:
he that thinks it is the Word of God, he trembles At his Word, and hath answerable affections to all the parts of God's Word. If God Direct, he follows; if God threaten, he trembles: if he promise, he believes: if he command, he obeys:
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he hath a pliable disposition to every passage of Divine truth, or else we do not believe it.
he hath a pliable disposition to every passage of Divine truth, or Else we do not believe it.
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What shall we say then of those that come not so far as the Heathen man did? VVe know Felix when he heard of justice,
What shall we say then of those that come not so Far as the Heathen man did? We know Felix when he herd of Justice,
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and temperance, and judgment to come, he trembled. and temperance, and judgement to come, he trembled.
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VVhen he heard of things that he was loath to hear, that he should be called to a reckoning for the course of his life, he trembled and quaked.
When he herd of things that he was loath to hear, that he should be called to a reckoning for the course of his life, he trembled and quaked.
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If we hear these things, and live in a course perhaps worse then he, and do not tremble, where is our faith, that the VVord of God is yea, that it is undoubtedly true?
If we hear these things, and live in a course perhaps Worse then he, and do not tremble, where is our faith, that the Word of God is yea, that it is undoubtedly true?
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Let us therefore examine our selves what power and efficacy the VVord hath;
Let us Therefore examine our selves what power and efficacy the Word hath;
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it is a VVord that changeth, and altereth the whole man, it transforms the whole man.
it is a Word that changes, and altereth the Whole man, it transforms the Whole man.
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It is a VVord of life:
It is a Word of life:
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if we find it hath so altered, and changed us, we can from experience say it is yea.
if we find it hath so altered, and changed us, we can from experience say it is yea.
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And likewise from particular Promises, if we observe Gods Promises made good to us, if we find peace of conscience upon the confession of our sins, we can say Gods VVord is yea. If upon the committing of sin we find God punishing,
And likewise from particular Promises, if we observe God's Promises made good to us, if we find peace of conscience upon the Confessi of our Sins, we can say God's Word is yea. If upon the committing of since we find God punishing,
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and correcting us, we can say Gods VVord is yea; and it is a bitter thing to offend God.
and correcting us, we can say God's Word is yea; and it is a bitter thing to offend God.
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I find carefulnesse is the best course to please God, he finds me out in my sins,
I find carefulness is the best course to please God, he finds me out in my Sins,
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and it is a bitter thing to offend God:
and it is a bitter thing to offend God:
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This is the best way to say in truth without hypocrisie, that Gods Word is not yea, and nay, but yea.
This is the best Way to say in truth without hypocrisy, that God's Word is not yea, and nay, but yea.
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Thus we see this truth, that God is true, and what followes thence, his Word is true as himself,
Thus we see this truth, that God is true, and what follows thence, his Word is true as himself,
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and not inconstant, yea, and nay.
and not inconstant, yea, and nay.
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Besides all this that I have said, Let us make this Use of it, not to think Gods Word to be too good to be true, but yield obedience to it:
Beside all this that I have said, Let us make this Use of it, not to think God's Word to be too good to be true, but yield Obedience to it:
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yield the obedience of faith to it in the Promises. Here is a foundation for faith:
yield the Obedience of faith to it in the Promises. Here is a Foundation for faith:
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the foundation of faith is without us;
the Foundation of faith is without us;
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yet Lord, thou canst not deny thy self, thou art unchangeable, thou art truth it self:
yet Lord, thou Canst not deny thy self, thou art unchangeable, thou art truth it self:
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the evidences of faith are within us, by love, by purging our hearts, and stirring us up to pray, &c. but the foundation is out of our selves:
the evidences of faith Are within us, by love, by purging our hearts, and stirring us up to prey, etc. but the Foundation is out of our selves:
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here is a foundation, and pillar for faith to lean on;
Here is a Foundation, and pillar for faith to lean on;
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God is true, and his Word is true, and not yea, and nay, it is eternally true.
God is true, and his Word is true, and not yea, and nay, it is eternally true.
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Therefore apply all the Promises in the Old, and New Testament to thy self. It was not yea to Abraham, and not to thee:
Therefore apply all the Promises in the Old, and New Testament to thy self. It was not yea to Abraham, and not to thee:
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Gods Promises of forgivenesse of sins, were not yea to David, and not to thee; they were not yea to Manasses, and not to thee:
God's Promises of forgiveness of Sins, were not yea to David, and not to thee; they were not yea to Manasses, and not to thee:
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but Gods truth is yea, eternally yea, Whatsoever was written heretofore, was written for our comfort;
but God's truth is yea, eternally yea, Whatsoever was written heretofore, was written for our Comfort;
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and we are now the Davids, and the Manasses, and the Abrahams of God: we are now the beloved of God;
and we Are now the Davids, and the Manasses, and the Abrahams of God: we Are now the Beloved of God;
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for every one in their age are as they were in theirs:
for every one in their age Are as they were in theirs:
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and as the Promises of God were yea to them, and saved their souls, because they trusted on them;
and as the Promises of God were yea to them, and saved their Souls, Because they trusted on them;
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so certainly every Promise of God is a shield for those that will have recourse to it.
so Certainly every Promise of God is a shield for those that will have recourse to it.
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The Name of God is a strong Tower; and his Word is his Name whereby he will be known in his Promises.The Name of God is a strong Tower; and his Word is his Name whereby he will be known in his Promises.
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Have recourse to it on all occasions, relie on the Word: wrastle with him when his dealings seem contrary;
Have recourse to it on all occasions, rely on the Word: wrestle with him when his dealings seem contrary;
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though his dealings with us seem to be yea, and nay.
though his dealings with us seem to be yea, and nay.
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We have been Gods Children, he hath assured us that we were in the state of grace;
We have been God's Children, he hath assured us that we were in the state of grace;
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but now he deals with us as if we were not his children; he afflicts us, he suffers Satan to be let loose on us to tempt us:
but now he deals with us as if we were not his children; he afflicts us, he suffers Satan to be let lose on us to tempt us:
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here flesh and blood is ready to say, Certainly I am not Gods child, can I be thus and thus followed as I am? No, no, Gods gifts are without repentance. Hadst thou ever grace? God hath said it, who is truth it self, that his gifts are without repentance. Build on it therefore,
Here Flesh and blood is ready to say, Certainly I am not God's child, can I be thus and thus followed as I am? No, no, God's Gifts Are without Repentance. Hadst thou ever grace? God hath said it, who is truth it self, that his Gifts Are without Repentance. Built on it Therefore,
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if thou hadst ever any grace, where he hath begun, he will make an end;
if thou Hadst ever any grace, where he hath begun, he will make an end;
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Where he hath begun a good work, he will perfect it to the day of the Lord. Where he hath begun a good work, he will perfect it to the day of the Lord.
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Therefore wrastle with God in all temptations when things seem contrary: yet alledge Gods nature to him, and his Word, for both are true:
Therefore wrestle with God in all temptations when things seem contrary: yet allege God's nature to him, and his Word, for both Are true:
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and one is true, because the other is true.
and one is true, Because the other is true.
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He is true in his Nature, and true in his Word, and free in his decree;
He is true in his Nature, and true in his Word, and free in his Decree;
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and come to thee, it is unchangeably true as thy self; therefore, Lord, I will not leave thee, though thou kill me; as Job saith.
and come to thee, it is unchangeably true as thy self; Therefore, Lord, I will not leave thee, though thou kill me; as Job Says.
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Here is a ground of wra• … ng as Job • … d; alledge the Nature of God, and the Word of God against his dealing.
Here is a ground of wra• … ng as Job • … worser; allege the Nature of God, and the Word of God against his dealing.
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Let his dealing be what it will, his Nature is true, and his Word is true,
Let his dealing be what it will, his Nature is true, and his Word is true,
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therefore his Promises are true, which is a branch of his Word, that if we repent,
Therefore his Promises Are true, which is a branch of his Word, that if we Repent,
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and confesse our sins, he will be mercifull to us. Therefore let us not forsake our own mercy.
and confess our Sins, he will be merciful to us. Therefore let us not forsake our own mercy.
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This will uphold us, as in all temptations, so in Divine temptations, when God seems to forsake us:
This will uphold us, as in all temptations, so in Divine temptations, when God seems to forsake us:
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so Christ himself our blessed head did: we cannot have a better pattern;
so christ himself our blessed head did: we cannot have a better pattern;
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when God left him on the Crosse, and left him to his humane nature, to wrastle with the Devils temptations,
when God left him on the Cross, and left him to his humane nature, to wrestle with the Devils temptations,
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and the pains of his body, and the sense of his wrath;
and the pains of his body, and the sense of his wrath;
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My God, my God, why hast thou for saken me? yet he upheld himself that God was his God still;My God, my God, why hast thou for saken me? yet he upheld himself that God was his God still;
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and so likewise in the former example of Job. I say it is a speciall comfort, that Gods Word is not yea, and nay, as I said, it is not doubtful as the Oracles of the Gentiles, the Oracles of the Devill: but Gods Word is certain.
and so likewise in the former Exampl of Job. I say it is a special Comfort, that God's Word is not yea, and nay, as I said, it is not doubtful as the Oracles of the Gentiles, the Oracles of the devil: but God's Word is certain.
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Whatsoever it was to any Saint of God heretofore, it is to every believing, to every humble afflicted soul now,
Whatsoever it was to any Saint of God heretofore, it is to every believing, to every humble afflicted soul now,
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and shall be to the end of the world. So much for that.
and shall be to the end of the world. So much for that.
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VERSE XIX.
VERSE XIX.
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For the Son of God Jesus Christ who was preached among you by us, by me,
For the Son of God jesus christ who was preached among you by us, by me,
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and Sylvanus, and Timotheus was not yea, and nay, but in him is yea.
and Sylvanus, and Timothy was not yea, and nay, but in him is yea.
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IN the words the Apostle shews in particular what he preached among them, and we have in them these particulars briefly to be unfolded:
IN the words the Apostle shows in particular what he preached among them, and we have in them these particulars briefly to be unfolded:
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First, That Christ Jesus in his nature, and his offices is the chief, and main object, and subject matter of preaching.
First, That christ jesus in his nature, and his Offices is the chief, and main Object, and Subject matter of preaching.
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Secondly, That to make him profitable to us, he must be preached. Thirdly, That consent of Divines, and Preachers helps faith.
Secondly, That to make him profitable to us, he must be preached. Thirdly, That consent of Divines, and Preachers helps faith.
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Fourthly, That Jesus Christ being preached by the Apostles, is an undoubted yea, that is,
Fourthly, That jesus christ being preached by the Apostles, is an undoubted yea, that is,
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an undoubted ground, and foundation to build on, in all the uncertainties of this life, in all the uncertainty of Religion.
an undoubted ground, and Foundation to built on, in all the uncertainties of this life, in all the uncertainty of Religion.
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Jesus Christ pteached by S. Paul and other holy men of those times, was not yea, and nay, but yea.
jesus christ pteached by S. Paul and other holy men of those times, was not yea, and nay, but yea.
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First, Christ Jesus is the main object of Preaching.
First, christ jesus is the main Object of Preaching.
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It were impertinent here to stand on particulars, to shew you how Christ is the Son of God: It were impertinent Here to stand on particulars, to show you how christ is the Son of God:
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for he is brought in here as the object of preaching.
for he is brought in Here as the Object of preaching.
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Onely in a word, we must of necessity believe that Christ Jesus is the Son of God.
Only in a word, we must of necessity believe that christ jesus is the Son of God.
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For how wondrously doth this stablish our faith when we believe in a Saviour that is God:
For how wondrously does this establish our faith when we believe in a Saviour that is God:
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the Son of God Jesus Christ by eternal Generation? In a word, here are these prerogatives of Christs Generation from all other sons whatsoever.
the Son of God jesus christ by Eternal Generation? In a word, Here Are these prerogatives of Christ Generation from all other Sons whatsoever.
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Other fathers are before their sons, this Son of God was eternal with his Father.
Other Father's Are before their Sons, this Son of God was Eternal with his Father.
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Other fathers have a distinct essence from their sons, the father is one, and the son another; they have distinct existences:
Other Father's have a distinct essence from their Sons, the father is one, and the son Another; they have distinct existences:
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but here there is one common essence to the Father and the Son. Other fathers beget a son without them,
but Here there is one Common essence to the Father and the Son. Other Father's beget a son without them,
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but this Father begets his Son within him; it was an inward work.
but this Father begets his Son within him; it was an inward work.
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So it is a mystical Divine Generation, which indeed is a subject of admiration ▪ rather then of explication, that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and the Son of man.
So it is a mystical Divine Generation, which indeed is a Subject of admiration ▪ rather then of explication, that jesus christ is the Son of God and the Son of man.
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This was typified in the Ark, the Ark was a type of Christ• … the A• … had wood,
This was typified in the Ark, the Ark was a type of Christ• … the A• … had wood,
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and gold that covered that wood.
and gold that covered that wood.
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Christs humane nature was the wood, and his Divine nature that contained it, that is the gold.
Christ humane nature was the wood, and his Divine nature that contained it, that is the gold.
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But I should be too large, & besides the scope of the Text, if I should unfold this Point;
But I should be too large, & beside the scope of the Text, if I should unfold this Point;
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I only touch it by the way.
I only touch it by the Way.
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Christ Jesus in his natures as he is God & Man, and in his offices as Jesus Christ, that is, anointed as King, Priest,
christ jesus in his nature's as he is God & Man, and in his Offices as jesus christ, that is, anointed as King, Priest,
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and Prophet, and in his estates of abasement, and advancement, is the main subject matter of preaching.
and Prophet, and in his estates of abasement, and advancement, is the main Subject matter of preaching.
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For what can we say, but it must be reductive, and brought to Christ? If we open mens consciences by the Law,
For what can we say, but it must be reductive, and brought to christ? If we open men's Consciences by the Law,
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and tell them what a terrible estate they are in, what do we but drive them to the Physician? what is the law,
and tell them what a terrible estate they Are in, what do we but drive them to the physician? what is the law,
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but as John Baptist was to Christ, to prepare the way, to level the soul, to pull down the high thoughts and imaginations, to make way,
but as John Baptist was to christ, to prepare the Way, to level the soul, to pull down the high thoughts and Imaginations, to make Way,
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and passage for Christ? And then in Christ, when we preach Christ, we preach his natures, God and man,
and passage for christ? And then in christ, when we preach christ, we preach his nature's, God and man,
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and his Offices, as King, Priest, and Prophet, as he is predestinate, and sealed, and anointed by God the Father for that purpose, that we may have a strong Saviour, strong in himself, and authorized by his Father. And we preach his estates;
and his Offices, as King, Priest, and Prophet, as he is predestinate, and sealed, and anointed by God the Father for that purpose, that we may have a strong Saviour, strong in himself, and authorized by his Father. And we preach his estates;
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of abasement, as he was crucified, and suffered for our sins: and his estate of exaltation, as he arose, and ascended into glory.
of abasement, as he was Crucified, and suffered for our Sins: and his estate of exaltation, as he arose, and ascended into glory.
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These things belong to the preaching of Christ. And then the benefits we have by him, reconciliation to his Father by his death,
These things belong to the preaching of christ. And then the benefits we have by him, reconciliation to his Father by his death,
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and peace of conscience, and joy in the Holy Ghost, and such like wondrous benefits we have by him.
and peace of conscience, and joy in the Holy Ghost, and such like wondrous benefits we have by him.
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And then our duty to him again, which is faith, and a conversation worthy.
And then our duty to him again, which is faith, and a Conversation worthy.
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To imbrace all that is offered by Christ that it be not lost, for want of apprehending.
To embrace all that is offered by christ that it be not lost, for want of apprehending.
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Christ Jesus is the subject matter of our preaching, in his natures, in his offices, in the benefits we have by him, in the duties we owe to him, in the instrument of receiving all, faith:
christ jesus is the Subject matter of our preaching, in his nature's, in his Offices, in the benefits we have by him, in the duties we owe to him, in the Instrument of receiving all, faith:
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For in preaching, that faith which we require to lay hold on Christ, is wrought.
For in preaching, that faith which we require to lay hold on christ, is wrought.
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For preaching doth not onely manifest the benefits we have by Christ, but is a potent instrument of the Spirit of God to work this qualification, to make Christ profitable to us.
For preaching does not only manifest the benefits we have by christ, but is a potent Instrument of the Spirit of God to work this qualification, to make christ profitable to us.
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Now all that we preach of holy duties, is either to humble us if we have them not, to make us flye to Christ by faith;
Now all that we preach of holy duties, is either to humble us if we have them not, to make us fly to christ by faith;
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or when we believe, to make us walk answerable to our faith. So whatsoever we preach is reductive to Christ;
or when we believe, to make us walk answerable to our faith. So whatsoever we preach is reductive to christ;
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either to prepare us, or to furnish us to walk worthy of Christ.
either to prepare us, or to furnish us to walk worthy of christ.
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Indeed Jesus Christ is all in all in our preaching, and he should be so in your hearing;
Indeed jesus christ is all in all in our preaching, and he should be so in your hearing;
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of all things you should desire to hear most of Christ. The apprehension of your sinfulnesse should drive you to Christ.
of all things you should desire to hear most of christ. The apprehension of your sinfulness should drive you to christ.
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The hearing of duties should be to make you adorn your Christian Religion you have taken on you.
The hearing of duties should be to make you adorn your Christian Religion you have taken on you.
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Naturally men love to hear flashes, witty conceits, and moral points wittily unfolded; but all these in the largest extent do but civilize men:
Naturally men love to hear flashes, witty conceits, and moral points wittily unfolded; but all these in the Largest extent do but civilize men:
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it must be Christ unfolded, and Gods love, and mercy, and wisdome in him reconciling mercy and justice together.
it must be christ unfolded, and God's love, and mercy, and Wisdom in him reconciling mercy and Justice together.
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So look to Christ as the Son of Gods love, whether as God, or as man:
So look to christ as the Son of God's love, whither as God, or as man:
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The wondrous love of God in Christ, and his justice, and mercy; and the love of Christ in undertaking to work our redemption;
The wondrous love of God in christ, and his Justice, and mercy; and the love of christ in undertaking to work our redemption;
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and the benefits by Christ, his offices, estates and conditions, these things work faith and love: these things do us good.
and the benefits by christ, his Offices, estates and conditions, these things work faith and love: these things do us good.
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All other things take them at the best, they do but fashion our carriage a little;
All other things take them At the best, they do but fashion our carriage a little;
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but that which enlivens, and quickens the soul is Jesus Christ. Therefore we should of all other things be desirous to hear of Jesus Christ.
but that which enlivens, and quickens the soul is jesus christ. Therefore we should of all other things be desirous to hear of jesus christ.
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It is a point that the very Angels are students in.
It is a point that the very Angels Are Students in.
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For the Ark (which I named before) it had the Law, and the Mercy-seat in it, the mercy-seat to cover the Law.
For the Ark (which I nam before) it had the Law, and the Mercy-seat in it, the mercy-seat to cover the Law.
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Now Christ hath satisfied the Law, and reconciled his Father;
Now christ hath satisfied the Law, and reconciled his Father;
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he hath freed us from the curse of the Law, and hath given full satisfaction to the Law, he is the Mercy-seat, by whom we have accesse to God the Father.
he hath freed us from the curse of the Law, and hath given full satisfaction to the Law, he is the Mercy-seat, by whom we have access to God the Father.
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Now the Angels were upon the Mercy-seat interviewing one another, and prying down upon the Mercy-seat, insinuating, that the reconciling of Gods Justice and Mercy by that infinite wisdome of God in Christ, that our sins should be punished in him,
Now the Angels were upon the Mercy-seat interviewing one Another, and prying down upon the Mercy-seat, insinuating, that the reconciling of God's justice and Mercy by that infinite Wisdom of God in christ, that our Sins should be punished in him,
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and yet he be merciful to us, that he should punish our surety for us;
and yet he be merciful to us, that he should Punish our surety for us;
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that he should joyn these attributes together, that all the creatures in heaven and earth could not devise it, is a matter for Angels to pry into;
that he should join these attributes together, that all the creatures in heaven and earth could not devise it, is a matter for Angels to pry into;
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the very frame of the Ark signified this:
the very frame of the Ark signified this:
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and shall not we be students in those mysteries that the Angels themselves desire every day to behold? If Christ be the main thing we are to stand on, Let us labour more and more to understand Christ, and him crucified:
and shall not we be Students in those Mysteres that the Angels themselves desire every day to behold? If christ be the main thing we Are to stand on, Let us labour more and more to understand christ, and him Crucified:
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let us see our nature in him advanced now in heaven, to make us heavenly-minded: let us see our nature in him punished:
let us see our nature in him advanced now in heaven, to make us heavenly-minded: let us see our nature in him punished:
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let us see our sinful nature in him cleansed, and purged by his death and abasement:
let us see our sinful nature in him cleansed, and purged by his death and abasement:
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let us see our nature in him enriched. Let us consider him as a publick person, and see our interest in his humiliation, and exaltation in glory:
let us see our nature in him enriched. Let us Consider him as a public person, and see our Interest in his humiliation, and exaltation in glory:
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because he is the second Adam. These things should raise up our thoughts wondrously to think of his humiliation,
Because he is the second Adam. These things should raise up our thoughts wondrously to think of his humiliation,
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(20) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and his exaltation, and of the love and mercy of God in him. And then think of what you will, nothing is discouraging:
and his exaltation, and of the love and mercy of God in him. And then think of what you will, nothing is discouraging:
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think of death, of hell, of the day of Judgment; think of Satan, of the curse of the Law: they are terrible things.
think of death, of hell, of the day of Judgement; think of Satan, of the curse of the Law: they Are terrible things.
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I but think of the Son of God, of Christ anointed of God the Father to satisfie the Law, to satisfie his Justice, to overcome Satan, to crush his head, to be our Saviour as well as our Judge at the day of Judgment:
I but think of the Son of God, of christ anointed of God the Father to satisfy the Law, to satisfy his justice, to overcome Satan, to crush his head, to be our Saviour as well as our Judge At the day of Judgement:
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these things will make all vanish.
these things will make all vanish.
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Things that are most tetrible to the nature of man without the consideration of Jesus Christ the Son of God, all are most comfortable when we think of him.
Things that Are most tetrible to the nature of man without the consideration of jesus christ the Son of God, all Are most comfortable when we think of him.
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Now when we think of Satan, we think of one crushed, and trod under foot, as he shall be ere long.
Now when we think of Satan, we think of one crushed, and trod under foot, as he shall be ere long.
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When we think of Judgment, we think of a Saviour that shall be our Judge: when we think of God, we think of God reconciled in Christ.
When we think of Judgement, we think of a Saviour that shall be our Judge: when we think of God, we think of God reconciled in christ.
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We have accesse by Christ to the Throne of grace; he is now in heaven, and makes intercession for us.
We have access by christ to the Throne of grace; he is now in heaven, and makes Intercession for us.
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When we think of death, we think of a passage to life where we shall be with him, I desire to be dissolved, and to be with Christ.
When we think of death, we think of a passage to life where we shall be with him, I desire to be dissolved, and to be with christ.
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So the things that are most uncomfortable, yet bring the consideration of them to Christ exalted in heaven, having triumphed over all these in our nature,
So the things that Are most uncomfortable, yet bring the consideration of them to christ exalted in heaven, having triumphed over all these in our nature,
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and sits at Gods right hand. The thoughts of these things are comfortable meditations. Nay, think of that which is the most terrible of all:
and sits At God's right hand. The thoughts of these things Are comfortable meditations. Nay, think of that which is the most terrible of all:
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the Justice of God, his anger for sin, it is a matter of comfort above all other.
the justice of God, his anger for since, it is a matter of Comfort above all other.
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God is just to punish, and revenge sin, what then? because he is just he will not punish • … hing twice;
God is just to Punish, and revenge since, what then? Because he is just he will not Punish • … hing twice;
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but his justice is fully satisfied, aad contented in his Son Christ Jesus, whom he hath anointed, and predestinate, and sent himself:
but his Justice is Fully satisfied, and contented in his Son christ jesus, whom he hath anointed, and predestinate, and sent himself:
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and he must needs acknowledge that satisfaction that is done by him, that he hath sent himself:
and he must needs acknowledge that satisfaction that is done by him, that he hath sent himself:
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hereupon we come to think comfortably of Gods Justice. God out of Christ is a consuming fire:
hereupon we come to think comfortably of God's justice. God out of christ is a consuming fire:
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there is nothing more terrible then God without Christ;
there is nothing more terrible then God without christ;
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but now in Christ we can think of the most terrible thing in God with comfort.
but now in christ we can think of the most terrible thing in God with Comfort.
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Therefore S. Paul makes it the main scope of his preaching, and so should we of ours:
Therefore S. Paul makes it the main scope of his preaching, and so should we of ours:
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and you should make it your main desire in hearing, and the main subject matter of your meditating, something concerning Christ.
and you should make it your main desire in hearing, and the main Subject matter of your meditating, something Concerning christ.
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Let us often think of our nature in him now exalted in heaven, and that we shall follow him ere long:
Let us often think of our nature in him now exalted in heaven, and that we shall follow him ere long:
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he is predestinate, and then we:
he is predestinate, and then we:
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our head is gone before, and he will not suffer his body alwayes to rot in the earth:
our head is gone before, and he will not suffer his body always to rot in the earth:
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let us think of his natures, and his offices, and all the blessed prerogatives that we have by him,
let us think of his nature's, and his Offices, and all the blessed prerogatives that we have by him,
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and all the enemies that are conquered by him, that in him we have God reconciled,
and all the enemies that Are conquered by him, that in him we have God reconciled,
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and the Devil vanquished, we have heaven opened, and hell shut; we have our sins pardoned, and our imperfections by little and little cured:
and the devil vanquished, we have heaven opened, and hell shut; we have our Sins pardoned, and our imperfections by little and little cured:
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in him we have all in all.
in him we have all in all.
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There are four things that the Apostle speaks of, which includes all, 1 Cor. 1. 30. Of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made to us wisdome, righteousnesse, sanctification, and redemption.
There Are four things that the Apostle speaks of, which includes all, 1 Cor. 1. 30. Of him Are you in christ jesus, who of God is made to us Wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption.
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Christ Jesus is all in all:
christ jesus is all in all:
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if we be ignorant, he is our wisdome: if we want righteousnesse and holinesse to stand before God, he is ou• … righteousnesse;
if we be ignorant, he is our Wisdom: if we want righteousness and holiness to stand before God, he is ou• … righteousness;
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we stand righteous, being cloathed with his righteousnesse. If we want Grace, Of his fulnesse we receive Grace for Grace: he is sanctification to us.
we stand righteous, being clothed with his righteousness. If we want Grace, Of his fullness we receive Grace for Grace: he is sanctification to us.
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If we be miserable, (as we shall be to our sense) our bodies shall be turned to rottennesse, he is our redemption, not onely of the soul, but of the body;
If we be miserable, (as we shall be to our sense) our bodies shall be turned to rottenness, he is our redemption, not only of the soul, but of the body;
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he shall make our bodies like his glorious body: as he makes our soules glorious, by his Spirit conforming them to his own Image here:
he shall make our bodies like his glorious body: as he makes our Souls glorious, by his Spirit conforming them to his own Image Here:
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he means here redemption of our bodies from corruption, as well as of our soules from sin. He is all in all: in sin he is sanctification: in death he is life: in ignorance he is wisdome:
he means Here redemption of our bodies from corruption, as well as of our Souls from since. He is all in all: in since he is sanctification: in death he is life: in ignorance he is Wisdom:
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there is nothing ill in us, but there is abundant satisfaction, and remedy in Christ.
there is nothing ill in us, but there is abundant satisfaction, and remedy in christ.
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I speak this the rather, to shew what reason S. Paul had to stand on this, That all his preaching was to bring Christ Jesus among them. I go on.
I speak this the rather, to show what reason S. Paul had to stand on this, That all his preaching was to bring christ jesus among them. I go on.
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The Son of God Jesus Christ preached among you. All the good we have by Christ, is conveyed by the Ministery.
The Son of God jesus christ preached among you. All the good we have by christ, is conveyed by the Ministry.
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Despise that, and despise Christ himself; Therefore whatsoever benefits we have by Christ, they are attributed to preaching; Despise that, and despise christ himself; Therefore whatsoever benefits we have by christ, they Are attributed to preaching;
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they are attributed to the Gospel as it is preached and unfolded:
they Are attributed to the Gospel as it is preached and unfolded:
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therefore it is called the Gospel of the Kingdome, The Word of reconciliation, The Word of life, The Word of faith; all these are by Christ:
Therefore it is called the Gospel of the Kingdom, The Word of reconciliation, The Word of life, The Word of faith; all these Are by christ:
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The builders of Babel they had a consent among themselves when they came for a wicked purpose,
The Builders of Babel they had a consent among themselves when they Come for a wicked purpose,
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but it is no matter, whatsoever we have by Christ, we must have it by Jesus Christ unfolded in the Ministery of the Word:
but it is no matter, whatsoever we have by christ, we must have it by jesus christ unfolded in the Ministry of the Word:
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despise the Ministery that is contemptible to flesh and blood, and despise Christ himself, despise the Kingdome, and life, and all:
despise the Ministry that is contemptible to Flesh and blood, and despise christ himself, despise the Kingdom, and life, and all:
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for Christ preached is that we must relie on, Christ unfolded, the bread of life must be broken, the sacrifice must be anatomized and laid open, Christ Jesus the Son of God must be preached;
for christ preached is that we must rely on, christ unfolded, the bred of life must be broken, the sacrifice must be anatomized and laid open, christ jesus the Son of God must be preached;
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he profits not but as he is preached: his riches must be unfolded, The unsearchable riches of Christ.
he profits not but as he is preached: his riches must be unfolded, The unsearchable riches of christ.
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Therefore God that hath appointed us to be saved by Christ, hath appointed, and ordained preaching to lay open Jesus Christ among us.
Therefore God that hath appointed us to be saved by christ, hath appointed, and ordained preaching to lay open jesus christ among us.
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But (to come to the third Point) why doth he bring in consent to help? By me, and Silvanus,
But (to come to the third Point) why does he bring in consent to help? By me, and Silvanus,
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and Timotheus, would not his own authority serve the turn? I answer, no, it would not sometimes:and Timothy, would not his own Authority serve the turn? I answer, no, it would not sometime:
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In it self it will, but in regard of the weaknesse of men, it is necessary to joyn the consent of others.
In it self it will, but in regard of the weakness of men, it is necessary to join the consent of Others.
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S. Paul was an Apostle of Christ, but he knew that they were so weak, that they would regard his testimony the more for the joynt testimony of Timotheus and Silvanus; and the rest.
S. Paul was an Apostle of christ, but he knew that they were so weak, that they would regard his testimony the more for the joint testimony of Timothy and Silvanus; and the rest.
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God considers not so much what is true in it self, as how to stablish our faith in it.
God considers not so much what is true in it self, as how to establish our faith in it.
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As in the Sacrament, would not God give Christ, and his benefits? is he not true of his Word? Yes,
As in the Sacrament, would not God give christ, and his benefits? is he not true of his Word? Yes,
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but he gives the Sacrament for us:
but he gives the Sacrament for us:
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his promises are sure enough, yet he condescends to our weaknesse, to adde Sacrament, and oath,
his promises Are sure enough, yet he condescends to our weakness, to add Sacrament, and oath,
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and all the props that may be:
and all the props that may be:
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So the men of God that are led by the Spirit of God, though their own authority were sufficient,
So the men of God that Are led by the Spirit of God, though their own Authority were sufficient,
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yet they condescend to the weaknesse of others. Therefore S. Paul alledgeth with himself, Silvanus and Timotheus, to strengthen them the better.
yet they condescend to the weakness of Others. Therefore S. Paul allegeth with himself, Silvanus and Timothy, to strengthen them the better.
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Then again, consent is a lovely thing, and proceeds from love:
Then again, consent is a lovely thing, and proceeds from love:
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how sweet a thing is it for brethren to dwell together in unity? therefore we ought to stand much upon consent, if it may perswade us.
how sweet a thing is it for brothers to dwell together in unity? Therefore we ought to stand much upon consent, if it may persuade us.
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But as Cyprian saith well, it must be consent in the truth. Consent that is not in the truth, is not properly concord, but conspiracy:
But as Cyprian Says well, it must be consent in the truth. Consent that is not in the truth, is not properly concord, but Conspiracy:
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consent in a lie, in falshood.
consent in a lie, in falsehood.
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as we see oft-times in Scripture.
as we see ofttimes in Scripture.
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Consent must be in the truth, in that which is good, or else it is not consent, but conspiracy.
Consent must be in the truth, in that which is good, or Else it is not consent, but Conspiracy.
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By reason of our weaknesse consent is usefull, and that is the reason why in doubtful cases we may alledge Antiquity;
By reason of our weakness consent is useful, and that is the reason why in doubtful cases we may allege Antiquity;
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not that the Word is not sufficient in it self; but to help our weaknesse, to shew that we do not divert from the truth,
not that the Word is not sufficient in it self; but to help our weakness, to show that we do not divert from the truth,
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but that it is a truth warranted by others before. In doubtfull cases this is warrantable.
but that it is a truth warranted by Others before. In doubtful cases this is warrantable.
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He brings it likewise to enforce obedience the more, when it was a truth brought to them by so many.
He brings it likewise to enforce Obedience the more, when it was a truth brought to them by so many.
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But that is not a thing I mean to stand on, a touch is enough.
But that is not a thing I mean to stand on, a touch is enough.
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That which I will spend a little more time in, is the next thing, that is, That Evangelical doctrine now is most certain.
That which I will spend a little more time in, is the next thing, that is, That Evangelical Doctrine now is most certain.
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Something I spake of it before in the former verse, but I have reserved something to speak of it now.
Something I spoke of it before in the former verse, but I have reserved something to speak of it now.
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The Son of God preached by S. Paul with the consent of these blessed men, it was not yea, and nay, it was not unconstant.
The Son of God preached by S. Paul with the consent of these blessed men, it was not yea, and nay, it was not unconstant.
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Evangelical truth is not yea, and nay:
Evangelical truth is not yea, and nay:
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and the Preachers of it, the Apostles were not yea, and nay in the delivering of it.
and the Preachers of it, the Apostles were not yea, and nay in the delivering of it.
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As it is true in it self, so it was true in the delivery of it, they were constant in it, they sealed it with their blood some of them.
As it is true in it self, so it was true in the delivery of it, they were constant in it, they sealed it with their blood Some of them.
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How shall we know the doctrine of the Gospel concerning Christ to be yea, undoubtedly true?
How shall we know the Doctrine of the Gospel Concerning christ to be yea, undoubtedly true?
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I answer, how do we know the Sun shines? I know it by its own light,
I answer, how do we know the Sun shines? I know it by its own Light,
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and by a light that I have in my eye; there is an inward light joyned with the outward light:
and by a Light that I have in my eye; there is an inward Light joined with the outward Light:
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So it is in this businesse, how do we know Divine truth out of the Book of God to be Divine? By the light in it self, by the majesty of the Scriptures, by the consent of the Old and New Testament, by the opposition of the enemies,
So it is in this business, how do we know Divine truth out of the Book of God to be Divine? By the Light in it self, by the majesty of the Scriptures, by the consent of the Old and New Testament, by the opposition of the enemies,
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and the confusion of them at the last that have been opposers of it, by the miraculous preservation of it, and the like:
and the confusion of them At the last that have been opposers of it, by the miraculous preservation of it, and the like:
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But especially by the powerfull work of it on the heart, by the experience of this blessed truth;
But especially by the powerful work of it on the heart, by the experience of this blessed truth;
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I know this to be an undoubted truth, I find it quelling my corruptions, changing my nature, pacifying my conscience, raising my heart, casting down high imaginations, turning the stream of nature another way;
I know this to be an undoubted truth, I find it quelling my corruptions, changing my nature, pacifying my conscience, raising my heart, casting down high Imaginations, turning the stream of nature Another Way;
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Now the messenger brings it, and gives it, but I believe it, because I see the characters,
Now the Messenger brings it, and gives it, but I believe it, Because I see the characters,
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to make me do that which I thought I should never have done, onely because I have a strong light of Divine truth, and comfort.
to make me do that which I Thought I should never have done, only Because I have a strong Light of Divine truth, and Comfort.
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There is this experience of Christ, that a man finds in his soul, it sets him down that he can say nothing,
There is this experience of christ, that a man finds in his soul, it sets him down that he can say nothing,
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but that it is Divine truth, because he finds it so.
but that it is Divine truth, Because he finds it so.
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Besides this, the testimony of the Spirit of God, and the work of the Spirit in him:
Beside this, the testimony of the Spirit of God, and the work of the Spirit in him:
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For as to see, there is an outward light required, and an inward light in the eye:
For as to see, there is an outward Light required, and an inward Light in the eye:
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so to see Divine truth there must be a light in it self, a Divine sparkle in Gods Book, in every passage:
so to see Divine truth there must be a Light in it self, a Divine sparkle in God's Book, in every passage:
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but yet I must have an eye to see too;
but yet I must have an eye to see too;
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I cannot see it except God witnesse to my soul, that these things are divine, that they are yea, that they are certainly, and infallibly true.
I cannot see it except God witness to my soul, that these things Are divine, that they Are yea, that they Are Certainly, and infallibly true.
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There is a great difference between us and our adversaries, I can but touch it, and I need but touch it.
There is a great difference between us and our Adversaries, I can but touch it, and I need but touch it.
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They say we must believe, and we must believe because of the Church. I say no;
They say we must believe, and we must believe Because of the Church. I say no;
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The Church we believe hath a kind of working here, but that is in the last place.
The Church we believe hath a kind of working Here, but that is in the last place.
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For God himself in his Word, he is the chief.
For God himself in his Word, he is the chief.
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The inward arguments from the Word it self, and from the Spirit they are the next:
The inward Arguments from the Word it self, and from the Spirit they Are the next:
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the Church is the remotest witnesse, the remotest help of all. For the Church is but to propound Gods truth, to lay it open;
the Church is the Remotest witness, the Remotest help of all. For the Church is but to propound God's truth, to lay it open;
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to be as it were the candlestick; now the candlestick shines not, but upholds the candle while that shines:
to be as it were the candlestick; now the candlestick shines not, but upholds the candle while that shines:
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So the Church is but to propose, to set up Divine truth, that of it self being set up will enlighten well enough.
So the Church is but to propose, to Set up Divine truth, that of it self being Set up will enlighten well enough.
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The Church is to set out the Word, and to publish it by the Ministery, which Word of it self will shine.
The Church is to Set out the Word, and to publish it by the Ministry, which Word of it self will shine.
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That work which the Church hath therefore is the last, and the inferiour:
That work which the Church hath Therefore is the last, and the inferior:
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for the Spirit of God, and the inward majesty of the Word is of more force.
for the Spirit of God, and the inward majesty of the Word is of more force.
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If a messenger come, and bring a relation, or bring a letter from one, and he tells me many things of the man:
If a Messenger come, and bring a Relation, or bring a Letter from one, and he tells me many things of the man:
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I but, I doubt him, because he may be false for ought I know:
I but, I doubt him, Because he may be false for ought I know:
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but when I see his hand and seal, and his characters, and stile, that shewes such a spirit to be in him, I know by his own characters, certainly this comes from the hand of that man.
but when I see his hand and seal, and his characters, and style, that shows such a Spirit to be in him, I know by his own characters, Certainly this comes from the hand of that man.
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there is a majesty and power that works on the soul, now we believe not for the messenger,
there is a majesty and power that works on the soul, now we believe not for the Messenger,
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but for the thing it self.
but for the thing it self.
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Here is the difference, we believe the Scripture for the seal of Divinity that is in it self;
Here is the difference, we believe the Scripture for the seal of Divinity that is in it self;
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they believe it for the messenger.
they believe it for the Messenger.
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As if a doubtfull messenger should come that is not certain, and a man should believe the things he brought, for him, for his sake:
As if a doubtful Messenger should come that is not certain, and a man should believe the things he brought, for him, for his sake:
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we believe, and entertain the messenger for the message sake; not the message for the messengers sake:
we believe, and entertain the Messenger for the message sake; not the message for the messengers sake:
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our faith is better built then theirs.
our faith is better built then theirs.
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But they say this, All comes to this at the last, God speaks by the Church, as well as by the Scriptures:
But they say this, All comes to this At the last, God speaks by the Church, as well as by the Scriptures:
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therefore the Church is to be believed more then the Scripture it self. I answer; God speaks indeed in his Church, by his Spirit, and by his Word:
Therefore the Church is to be believed more then the Scripture it self. I answer; God speaks indeed in his Church, by his Spirit, and by his Word:
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but his speaking by his Word is the cause of his speaking in the Church:
but his speaking by his Word is the cause of his speaking in the Church:
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For what is the Church but begotten by the seed of the Word? How is the Church a Church but by the Word? Therefore he speaks first by the Scriptures, there is a majestie,
For what is the Church but begotten by the seed of the Word? How is the Church a Church but by the Word? Therefore he speaks First by the Scriptures, there is a majesty,
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and a Spirit in the Scriptures;
and a Spirit in the Scriptures;
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and then he speaks by the Church as cleaving to the Scriptures, in a secondary manner.
and then he speaks by the Church as cleaving to the Scriptures, in a secondary manner.
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He speaks by the Church mediately, because that goes to the Word which speaks immediately. The Word was written by men led immediately by the Spirit of God;
He speaks by the Church mediately, Because that Goes to the Word which speaks immediately. The Word was written by men led immediately by the Spirit of God;
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and the Church relying on that he speaks by them in the Church; but primarily by his Word.
and the Church relying on that he speaks by them in the Church; but primarily by his Word.
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Having just occasion, I thought to touch this.
Having just occasion, I Thought to touch this.
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Undoubtedly, there are none that are not led with partiality, but incomparably, they see our faith is built on a better foundation then theirs; they have a rotten foundation.
Undoubtedly, there Are none that Are not led with partiality, but incomparably, they see our faith is built on a better Foundation then theirs; they have a rotten Foundation.
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They talk of a Church, and when all comes to all, the Church their mother is nothing but the Pope their father.
They talk of a Church, and when all comes to all, the Church their mother is nothing but the Pope their father.
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What is their Church but the Pope himself? for they run from the Church essentiall to to the Church representative; they run to Councels:
What is their Church but the Pope himself? for they run from the Church essential to to the Church representative; they run to Counsels:
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and when we force them with Councels that they may erre, then the Pope he is the Church virtually:
and when we force them with Counsels that they may err, then the Pope he is the Church virtually:
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so I say, the Church their mother is nothing but the Pope their father, and what manner of men they have been, Histories tell us well enough.
so I say, the Church their mother is nothing but the Pope their father, and what manner of men they have been, Histories tell us well enough.
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We see on what ground they build. Jesus Christ, that is, the Gospel by him is not yea, and nay, but yea;
We see on what ground they built. jesus christ, that is, the Gospel by him is not yea, and nay, but yea;
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that is, it is certainly, and infallibly, and eternally true. Hereupon we may answer that curious question, that hath been, and now is every where;
that is, it is Certainly, and infallibly, and eternally true. Hereupon we may answer that curious question, that hath been, and now is every where;
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How we may know that our Church was before Luther's time or no? (as they idly say) How we may know that the faith that we professe is the ancient faith? I answer hence: take these grounds:
How we may know that our Church was before Luther's time or no? (as they idly say) How we may know that the faith that we profess is the ancient faith? I answer hence: take these grounds:
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First, there is but one faith; men have varied, but faith hath not varied, as S. Austin saith well: First, there is but one faith; men have varied, but faith hath not varied, as S. Austin Says well:
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for there is but one faith, as there is one God, one heaven, and one happinesse.
for there is but one faith, as there is one God, one heaven, and one happiness.
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There was one faith from Adam. The times vary, but not the faith of the times:
There was one faith from Adam. The times vary, but not the faith of the times:
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the same fundamental truth hath been in all times. Sometimes it hath been more explicated, and unfolded:
the same fundamental truth hath been in all times. Sometime it hath been more explicated, and unfolded:
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as we have the Canon inlarged now in the time of the New Testament in many books.
as we have the Canon enlarged now in the time of the New Testament in many books.
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There is not a new faith, but a larger explication of the old faith. Divine truth is alway the same.
There is not a new faith, but a larger explication of the old faith. Divine truth is always the same.
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It was one faith from the beginning of the world, from the first promise to Adam in Paradise till now.
It was one faith from the beginning of the world, from the First promise to Adam in Paradise till now.
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Abraham believed as we do now: so they were all saved by faith, Heb. 11.Abraham believed as we do now: so they were all saved by faith, Hebrew 11.
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Even as there is one Catholike Church consisting of all the members (the triumphant being the greater part) from the beginning of the world, to the end of the world: so there is one faith; take that for a ground.
Even as there is one Catholic Church consisting of all the members (the triumphant being the greater part) from the beginning of the world, to the end of the world: so there is one faith; take that for a ground.
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Indeed the Church varies as a man varies when he is a child, and when he is a man:
Indeed the Church Varies as a man Varies when he is a child, and when he is a man:
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he hath one manner of cloathes when he is a child, and another when he is a man:
he hath one manner of clothes when he is a child, and Another when he is a man:
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so the Church varies in cloathes: it was cloathed with Ceremonies then, which were cast off in Christ:
so the Church Varies in clothes: it was clothed with Ceremonies then, which were cast off in christ:
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but this is but a variation of garments: the Church had one faith.
but this is but a variation of garments: the Church had one faith.
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Hereupon comes a second, there is one Catholike Church that is built on that one faith;
Hereupon comes a second, there is one Catholic Church that is built on that one faith;
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one essential Church, one Catholike company rhat believe in Christ, from the beginning of the world to the end of the world, which we believe in the Apostles Creed.
one essential Church, one Catholic company rhat believe in christ, from the beginning of the world to the end of the world, which we believe in the Apostles Creed.
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Well then, this being so, as it is undeniable that it is so;
Well then, this being so, as it is undeniable that it is so;
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what Church is built upon that one faith that was yea in the Apostles, and was yea before then, (as the Apostle saith here, Our Preaching was yea, certain,
what Church is built upon that one faith that was yea in the Apostles, and was yea before then, (as the Apostle Says Here, Our Preaching was yea, certain,
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and true, you may build on it) what Church builds on that, that Church all the while hath been:
and true, you may built on it) what Church builds on that, that Church all the while hath been:
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for there is but one faith, and one truth that runs along in all ages, which is the seed of the Church:
for there is but one faith, and one truth that runs along in all ages, which is the seed of the Church:
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therefore there must be a Church in all ages that is a branch of the Catholike Church;
Therefore there must be a Church in all ages that is a branch of the Catholic Church;
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why? The Church must be built upon that one faith:
why? The Church must be built upon that one faith:
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therefore all particular Churches before us, that were branches of the general Church, were built upon that preaching of the Apostle, which he saith was yea. There is but one faith;
Therefore all particular Churches before us, that were branches of the general Church, were built upon that preaching of the Apostle, which he Says was yea. There is but one faith;
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and therefore all Churches that are true, are built upon that one faith.
and Therefore all Churches that Are true, Are built upon that one faith.
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If we can prove that the Apostolicall doctrine agrees with our times, that ours hath consanguinity with the Apostles doctrine;
If we can prove that the Apostolical Doctrine agrees with our times, that ours hath consanguinity with the Apostles Doctrine;
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then our Church was before we were, ever since the Apostles, it hath been alway yea:
then our Church was before we were, ever since the Apostles, it hath been always yea:
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for there is but one truth. The Church is built upon the foundation of the Prophets and Apostles:
for there is but one truth. The Church is built upon the Foundation of the prophets and Apostles:
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and Christ saith, Matth. 16. when Peter said to Christ, Thou art the Son of God, &c. saith he, Thou art Peter, and upon this Rock, that is, upon this confession of thine, will I build my Church.
and christ Says, Matthew 16. when Peter said to christ, Thou art the Son of God, etc. Says he, Thou art Peter, and upon this Rock, that is, upon this Confessi of thine, will I built my Church.
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So the confession of faith is the Rock of the Church. Now there is alway one Rock of the Church that is alway yea:
So the Confessi of faith is the Rock of the Church. Now there is always one Rock of the Church that is always yea:
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if our Church be built upon that Rock, then it is founded upon Apostolicall doctrine, upon the Prophets and Apostles; it was before we were:
if our Church be built upon that Rock, then it is founded upon Apostolical Doctrine, upon the prophets and Apostles; it was before we were:
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and if there were any Church, then it was ours which professeth that one faith. If we conjure the Papists, they are silent, they dare say nothing.
and if there were any Church, then it was ours which Professes that one faith. If we conjure the Papists, they Are silent, they Dare say nothing.
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Dare they say their doctrine is nearer Apostolical then ours? they dare not say but ours is nearer:
Dare they say their Doctrine is nearer Apostolical then ours? they Dare not say but ours is nearer:
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why then our Church is built upon the foundation of the Apostles:
why then our Church is built upon the Foundation of the Apostles:
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why so? All the Churches since have been built upon one foundation, because there is one faith, and one Church:
why so? All the Churches since have been built upon one Foundation, Because there is one faith, and one Church:
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unity of faith makes the unity of the Church. The seed of the Church is the Gospel, is Divine truth:
unity of faith makes the unity of the Church. The seed of the Church is the Gospel, is Divine truth:
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now if Divine truth hath been alway, there hath been a Church alway:
now if Divine truth hath been always, there hath been a Church always:
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and if there hath been a Church alway, there hath been Divine truth that hath been yea alway.
and if there hath been a Church always, there hath been Divine truth that hath been yea always.
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Now it is an Article of our faith in all times to believe a Catholike Church,
Now it is an Article of our faith in all times to believe a Catholic Church,
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for his sake, and in him, and they were made to those that are in him too.
for his sake, and in him, and they were made to those that Are in him too.
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therefore there is a certain truth that is alwayes yea, to be the seed, and foundation of that Catholike Church.
Therefore there is a certain truth that is always yea, to be the seed, and Foundation of that Catholic Church.
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Therefore we must search out what that yea was, what was the Apostolical doctrine, the positive doctrine in those Apostolical times, in the Virgin-times of the Church, before the Church was corrupted.
Therefore we must search out what that yea was, what was the Apostolical Doctrine, the positive Doctrine in those Apostolical times, in the Virgin-times of the Church, before the Church was corrupted.
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The Church was not long a Virgin as the Father said.
The Church was not long a Virgae as the Father said.
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What was the yea of those truths? some there must be alway that held Apostolical truths in all ages.
What was the yea of those truths? Some there must be always that held Apostolical truths in all ages.
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Our Church holds that positive truth that the Apostles held: for directly in so many words, we defend the Apostolical faith out of the Apostles:
Our Church holds that positive truth that the Apostles held: for directly in so many words, we defend the Apostolical faith out of the Apostles:
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Therefore we say our Church was before Luther, because our doctrine is Apostolical, and the Church continually hath been Apostolical,
Therefore we say our Church was before Luther, Because our Doctrine is Apostolical, and the Church continually hath been Apostolical,
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because it was built upon the Apostles doctrine.
Because it was built upon the Apostles Doctrine.
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Our Church hath no doctrine in the positive fundamental points of it contrary, therefore our Church hath continued.
Our Church hath no Doctrine in the positive fundamental points of it contrary, Therefore our Church hath continued.
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Put case we cannot name the men, as idly, and ridiculously they urge, what is that to the purpose? shall we go from ignorance of particular men, to ignorance of the Church? we must believe that there is a Catholike Church;
Put case we cannot name the men, as idly, and ridiculously they urge, what is that to the purpose? shall we go from ignorance of particular men, to ignorance of the Church? we must believe that there is a Catholic Church;
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and there must alway be a positive doctrine and truth, the seed of that Church. The Papists cavil with us, and say, we professe a negative Religion:
and there must always be a positive Doctrine and truth, the seed of that Church. The Papists cavil with us, and say, we profess a negative Religion:
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Ye cut off our opinions, say they, but what have you of your own? what affirmatives have ye?
You Cut off our opinions, say they, but what have you of your own? what affirmatives have you?
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It is most certain, that all our affirmatives have been ever since the Apostles time:
It is most certain, that all our affirmatives have been ever since the Apostles time:
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for we and the Papists differ not in affirmatives, onely they adde patcheries of their own.
for we and the Papists differ not in affirmatives, only they add patcheries of their own.
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Religion stands most in affirmatives, that is the ground first: For we believe negatives, because they agree not to affirmatives:
Religion Stands most in affirmatives, that is the ground First: For we believe negatives, Because they agree not to affirmatives:
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we believe a lie to be a lie, because it is contrary to positive truth; and the truth is before a lie;
we believe a lie to be a lie, Because it is contrary to positive truth; and the truth is before a lie;
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the affirmation is before the negation: a thing is, before the contrary is not. This laying for a ground, affirmatives being truths;
the affirmation is before the negation: a thing is, before the contrary is not. This laying for a ground, affirmatives being truths;
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our positive truths that we hold have been held in the Apostles times before, and since:
our positive truths that we hold have been held in the Apostles times before, and since:
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even in the Church of Rome a thousand years after; and even now the affirmatives that we hold.
even in the Church of Room a thousand Years After; and even now the affirmatives that we hold.
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Do not they believe the Scriptures to be the VVord of God? Yes;
Do not they believe the Scriptures to be the Word of God? Yes;
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but they adde patcheries of their own, the Apocrypha, and their own traditions to be the VVord of God too.
but they add patcheries of their own, the Apocrypha, and their own traditions to be the Word of God too.
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Do not they believe that Christ is Mediatour? Yes, but he is the onely Mediatour for Redemption, and not for Intercession;
Do not they believe that christ is Mediator? Yes, but he is the only Mediator for Redemption, and not for Intercession;
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they joyn others with him, Saints, and Angels. We are saved by faith, that is the affirmative, and so say they:
they join Others with him, Saints, and Angels. We Are saved by faith, that is the affirmative, and so say they:
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but they adde of their own, That we are saved by faith, and works. Then again, we say, there are two Sacraments, Baptisme, and the Lords Supper; and so say they:
but they add of their own, That we Are saved by faith, and works. Then again, we say, there Are two Sacraments, Baptism, and the lords Supper; and so say they:
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but they adde five of their own. So I might run over all their opinions: whatsoever we hold, they hold.
but they add five of their own. So I might run over all their opinions: whatsoever we hold, they hold.
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Therefore in their own confessions, our affirmatives have been ever since the Apostles times:
Therefore in their own confessions, our affirmatives have been ever since the Apostles times:
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if they had any Church, we had a Church, because our foundations are included in their Religion.
if they had any Church, we had a Church, Because our foundations Are included in their Religion.
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All that we say, they say: but then again they say many things that we do not.
All that we say, they say: but then again they say many things that we do not.
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Therefore they account us hereticks, because we make not that that they hold to be our yea too.
Therefore they account us Heretics, Because we make not that that they hold to be our yea too.
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Again, the negatives that they believe, and we do not believe, they are but novelties in experience, they are not of the ancient Apostolical faith.
Again, the negatives that they believe, and we do not believe, they Are but novelties in experience, they Are not of the ancient Apostolical faith.
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That the Apocrypha should be had in equal authority with the Word of God in Scripture, That the Apocrypha should be had in equal Authority with the Word of God in Scripture,
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alas, such a conceit was not thought of for 600 yeares after the Apostles. That the people should not read the Scriptures, it was but since the other day.
alas, such a conceit was not Thought of for 600 Years After the Apostles. That the people should not read the Scriptures, it was but since the other day.
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Transubstantiation since the Councel of Laterane, a thousand years since Christ.
Transubstantiation since the Council of Lateran, a thousand Years since christ.
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That the Pope should be Supream, and depose Princes, such a thing was not heard of a thousand years after Christ.
That the Pope should be Supreme, and depose Princes, such a thing was not herd of a thousand Years After christ.
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That he should have authority to Canonize Saints, it was but since the other day. Equivocation, but of late time:
That he should have Authority to Canonise Saints, it was but since the other day. Equivocation, but of late time:
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and so their idle babling of Divine service in Latine, and twenty other trumperies.
and so their idle babbling of Divine service in Latin, and twenty other trumperies.
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So the things that we deny that are grosse and abominable in the judgment of every man that knowes any thing, they were but since the other day;
So the things that we deny that Are gross and abominable in the judgement of every man that knows any thing, they were but since the other day;
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they were not yea in the Apostles times: Then the Apostolicall Church being not built on them, they must be devised after.
they were not yea in the Apostles times: Then the Apostolical Church being not built on them, they must be devised After.
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As indeed a thousand years after Christ, the most of these were never heard of.
As indeed a thousand Years After christ, the most of these were never herd of.
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The most of the points of Popery wherein they differ from us, nay not any of them were never established by a Councel till the Councel of Trent, except Transubstantiation by the Councel of Laterane, which was a thousand years after Christ.
The most of the points of Popery wherein they differ from us, nay not any of them were never established by a Council till the Council of Trent, except Transubstantiation by the Council of Lateran, which was a thousand Years After christ.
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The affirmatives that we hold, and they hold too, we say they are constant from the Apostles time, they have been in all ages maintained and affirmed.
The affirmatives that we hold, and they hold too, we say they Are constant from the Apostles time, they have been in all ages maintained and affirmed.
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Our positive Points that we ground out of S. Paul, and out of the Scriptures. We seek the old way, and the best way, as Jeremy adviseth us.
Our positive Points that we ground out of S. Paul, and out of the Scriptures. We seek the old Way, and the best Way, as Jeremiah adviseth us.
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There was none of the Popish trash in Abraham's time, in the Patriarch's time, in Christs,
There was none of the Popish trash in Abraham's time, in the Patriarch's time, in Christ,
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and his Apostles times, or in many hundred years after: they came in by little and little for their own advantage;
and his Apostles times, or in many hundred Years After: they Come in by little and little for their own advantage;
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a meer policy to get money, and to abuse people. I say, they hold all our positive truths:
a mere policy to get money, and to abuse people. I say, they hold all our positive truths:
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but their errour is in addition.
but their error is in addition.
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Now this question may be made, whether their additions may be dangerous, or no? because it may be supposed, that some among them will say, that heresie is not in addition,
Now this question may be made, whither their additions may be dangerous, or no? Because it may be supposed, that Some among them will say, that heresy is not in addition,
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but in contrariety to the faith, and detracting:
but in contrariety to the faith, and detracting:
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but when one holds more then they should, that is no heresie, because there is somewhat superabounds;
but when one holds more then they should, that is no heresy, Because there is somewhat superabounds;
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now we hold the truth, and more too. I say it is grosse and false:
now we hold the truth, and more too. I say it is gross and false:
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foe if additions did not overthrow the foundation, there should never be any idolatry, nor never any heresie in these times.
foe if additions did not overthrow the Foundation, there should never be any idolatry, nor never any heresy in these times.
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What was Idolatry, especially in the Church of God? Among the Jewes was there not the worshipping of the true God? Yes,
What was Idolatry, especially in the Church of God? Among the Jews was there not the worshipping of the true God? Yes,
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but before an Image, their additions, their false manner overthrew the true.
but before an Image, their additions, their false manner overthrew the true.
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There is none of them fundamental Points (as we call them) though they make them fundamental;
There is none of them fundamental Points (as we call them) though they make them fundamental;
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they make their Traditions of as much authority as the Word of God; and their fooleries, as the Articles of faith: they overthrow the main foundation;
they make their Traditions of as much Authority as the Word of God; and their fooleries, as the Articles of faith: they overthrow the main Foundation;
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they are such additions as are destructive, to joyn with the Word of God Traditions. To worship God under another species and kind, is to be an Idolater:
they Are such additions as Are destructive, to join with the Word of God Traditions. To worship God under Another species and kind, is to be an Idolater:
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though they worship the true God, if it be after a false manner, it is prohibited.
though they worship the true God, if it be After a false manner, it is prohibited.
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St. Paul saith, and with a commination, Gal. 1. If I or an Angell from Heaven teach otherwise: beside:
Saint Paul Says, and with a commination, Gal. 1. If I or an Angel from Heaven teach otherwise: beside:
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put case it be not plainly, and directly contrary, if he teach other things that are not necessary to be believed, Let him be accursed. VVe ought not to go from the Scriptures in any fundamentall point of faith under pain of a curse.
put case it be not plainly, and directly contrary, if he teach other things that Are not necessary to be believed, Let him be accursed. We ought not to go from the Scriptures in any fundamental point of faith under pain of a curse.
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Therefore Poperie is a cursed Religion in respect of their very additions.
Therefore Popery is a cursed Religion in respect of their very additions.
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Doth not St. Paul tell the Galatians they were fallen from Christ, if they added circumcision to Christ? He doth not say if they did that which was directly contrary to faith:
Does not Saint Paul tell the Galatians they were fallen from christ, if they added circumcision to christ? He does not say if they did that which was directly contrary to faith:
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no, but in adding circumcision and works to Christ, they were fallen from Christ: whole Christ, or no Christ.
no, but in adding circumcision and works to christ, they were fallen from christ: Whole christ, or no christ.
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In some cases additions are heresies, and overthrow the foundation. If this be so, we may answer another question easily:
In Some cases additions Are heresies, and overthrow the Foundation. If this be so, we may answer Another question Easily:
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The Apostolical doctrine you see is onely yea; Whether then it be safer to be a Papist or a Protestant, considering that whatsoever we hold they do hold?
The Apostolical Doctrine you see is only yea; Whither then it be safer to be a Papist or a Protestant, considering that whatsoever we hold they do hold?
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I answer, to be a Protestant it is safer in any mans judgement; because all that we say, themselves say: it hath been Apostolical:
I answer, to be a Protestant it is safer in any men judgement; Because all that we say, themselves say: it hath been Apostolical:
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we can prove in all ages of the Church our affirmatives, we have a Catalogue of witnesses in all ages of them that held what we say:
we can prove in all ages of the Church our affirmatives, we have a Catalogue of Witnesses in all ages of them that held what we say:
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it was founded in the Apostles, and then came down to all ages.
it was founded in the Apostles, and then Come down to all ages.
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But what they say distinct, and differing from us, they have not the like testimony for:
But what they say distinct, and differing from us, they have not the like testimony for:
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for indeed they are so beaten, that Bellarmine hath this, The authority of all Councels, and Fathers, and all depends upon the authority of the present Church:
for indeed they Are so beaten, that Bellarmine hath this, The Authority of all Counsels, and Father's, and all depends upon the Authority of the present Church:
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bring to them Councels, and Fathers, Tush, tush, all authority depends upon the present Church.
bring to them Counsels, and Father's, Tush, tush, all Authority depends upon the present Church.
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VVhat authority gives the present Church, when 20. yeares after the Church varies? What certainty is there,
What Authority gives the present Church, when 20. Years After the Church Varies? What certainty is there,
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when all authority of former times shall depend upon the present Church?
when all Authority of former times shall depend upon the present Church?
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In those things wherein they differ from us, and that we deny, any understanding, reasonable man may see that they are novelties, and corruptions.
In those things wherein they differ from us, and that we deny, any understanding, reasonable man may see that they Are novelties, and corruptions.
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As for the Pope to depose Princes, if a man have but his naturals, he may see it abominable.
As for the Pope to depose Princes, if a man have but his naturals, he may see it abominable.
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To pray in a strange tongue, to debar the people of the wine, when Christ saith, Drink ye all of it;
To pray in a strange tongue, to debar the people of the wine, when christ Says, Drink you all of it;
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who that hath ordinary discretion but will think it absurd? There is nothing that we differ from them in,
who that hath ordinary discretion but will think it absurd? There is nothing that we differ from them in,
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but a man that hath but his naturals will condemne.
but a man that hath but his naturals will condemn.
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Therefore ours is safer a great deal by their own confession, the learnedest of them, that it is enough to believe as we do.
Therefore ours is safer a great deal by their own Confessi, the Learnedest of them, that it is enough to believe as we do.
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Do we not believe the Articles of the Creed? do we not believe the first four generall Councels? we do;
Do we not believe the Articles of the Creed? do we not believe the First four general Counsels? we do;
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but the undoubted light of God, whether the light of nature or the light of Divine truth,
but the undoubted Light of God, whither the Light of nature or the Light of Divine truth,
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who then will not say that these are sufficient being understood, and believed, to make a man that he be no heretick?
who then will not say that these Are sufficient being understood, and believed, to make a man that he be no heretic?
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I may answer hence another question, whether a Papist may be saved or no? It is a curious question, you will say;
I may answer hence Another question, whither a Papist may be saved or no? It is a curious question, you will say;
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but it is so ordinary, that somewhat I must say. I answer, no doubt, but many of them are saved.
but it is so ordinary, that somewhat I must say. I answer, no doubt, but many of them Are saved.
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How comes that to passe? They reverse their false grounds, and stick to those positive truthes that they and we hold together, they reject their owne workes and help of Saints, and go to Christ onely;
How comes that to pass? They reverse their false grounds, and stick to those positive truths that they and we hold together, they reject their own works and help of Saints, and go to christ only;
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for, as I said, Poperie is full of contradictions.
for, as I said, Popery is full of contradictions.
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Now a Papist when he comes to have his conscience awakened, heleaves the Pope Indulgencies, their 5. Sacraments, Justification by works,
Now a Papist when he comes to have his conscience awakened, heleaves the Pope Indulgences, their 5. Sacraments, Justification by works,
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and then imbracheth only Christ, and then he com• … our part. They live by their Religion, and die by ours.
and then imbracheth only christ, and then he com• … our part. They live by their Religion, and die by ours.
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So the question is whether living or dying? Luther saith, If they live, and die peremptorily in all the points professed in the Tridentine Counsell, they cannot.
So the question is whither living or dying? Luther Says, If they live, and die peremptorily in all the points professed in the Tridentine Counsel, they cannot.
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But no doubt many of them the Lord hath mercy on, to open their eyes to see the vanity of their works and of all their fooleries, which those that are wise and have their consciences enlightened turn off then,
But no doubt many of them the Lord hath mercy on, to open their eyes to see the vanity of their works and of all their fooleries, which those that Are wise and have their Consciences enlightened turn off then,
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and so may be saved, but it must be with reversing the grounds of their religion,
and so may be saved, but it must be with reversing the grounds of their Religion,
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and sticking to ours which is agreeable to the Word. Nay, to speak a little more of it;
and sticking to ours which is agreeable to the Word. Nay, to speak a little more of it;
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I say, we do more safely believe we are more safe, and on better grounds led into some lesse errours,
I say, we do more safely believe we Are more safe, and on better grounds led into Some less errors,
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then they do believe maine truths. It may seeme strange, but it is most true.
then they do believe main truths. It may seem strange, but it is most true.
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For if so be a sound Protestant maintain an errour, it is because he thinks it is in the Scripture, that it is in the Word:
For if so be a found Protestant maintain an error, it is Because he thinks it is in the Scripture, that it is in the Word:
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if it be discovered out of the Word of God to be an errour, he leaves it;
if it be discovered out of the Word of God to be an error, he leaves it;
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as St. Cyprian, and other Fathers blessed Saints in heaven they held some errours; but if they saw the Scripture held otherwise, they had prepared minds to believe otherwise;
as Saint Cyprian, and other Father's blessed Saints in heaven they held Some errors; but if they saw the Scripture held otherwise, they had prepared minds to believe otherwise;
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therefore holding the maine fundamentall truths, though they held particular errours, they were saved. The Papists maintaine fundamentall truths with us;
Therefore holding the main fundamental truths, though they held particular errors, they were saved. The Papists maintain fundamental truths with us;
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they believe the Word of God, they believe in Christ, and to be saved by mercy,
they believe the Word of God, they believe in christ, and to be saved by mercy,
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but upon what grounds? They believe the truth, upon heretical, divellish grounds.
but upon what grounds? They believe the truth, upon heretical, devilish grounds.
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As upon what grounds do they believe the Articles of the faith to be so? and the Scriptures to be so? because the Church saith so.
As upon what grounds do they believe the Articles of the faith to be so? and the Scriptures to be so? Because the Church Says so.
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Who is the Church but the Pope? And what man is the Pope oft-times? A man,
Who is the Church but the Pope? And what man is the Pope ofttimes? A man,
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if we believe their own Writers, led with a divellish spirit: some of them have been Magicians.
if we believe their own Writers, led with a devilish Spirit: Some of them have been Magicians.
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If they believe the truth, they do it not as divine truth: they believe the truth for matter:
If they believe the truth, they do it not as divine truth: they believe the truth for matter:
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but the grounds of believing those truths are humane, nay worse, many times, divellish:
but the grounds of believing those truths Are humane, nay Worse, many times, devilish:
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for you know in the Revelation, the beast is inspired with the spirit of the Dragon, with the spirit of the Divell,
for you know in the Revelation, the beast is inspired with the Spirit of the Dragon, with the Spirit of the devil,
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and teacheth the doctrine of Divels.
and Teaches the Doctrine of Devils.
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Now to teach that which is materially true, upon reasons that are diabolicall, or humane, at the best it is but humane,
Now to teach that which is materially true, upon Reasons that Are diabolical, or humane, At the best it is but humane,
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as the testimony of the Church is, what an unsafe thing is this?
as the testimony of the Church is, what an unsafe thing is this?
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Nay, I say, it is the most horrible witchery, the most horrible abomination one of them that ever was since the beginning of the World, this principle, that their Church cannot erre;
Nay, I say, it is the most horrible witchery, the most horrible abomination one of them that ever was since the beginning of the World, this principle, that their Church cannot err;
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that is the reason of the believing of all divine truths.
that is the reason of the believing of all divine truths.
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Hereupon they come to practise most abominable treacheries, hereupon they defend lies, hereupon they kill Princes,
Hereupon they come to practise most abominable Treacheries, hereupon they defend lies, hereupon they kill Princes,
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and dissolve the bonds of allegiance that Subjects owe to Princes.
and dissolve the bonds of allegiance that Subject's owe to Princes.
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And all humane and Divine things, all the light of nature, and Scripture, all becomes a nullitie.
And all humane and Divine things, all the Light of nature, and Scripture, all becomes a nullity.
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Why? because the Church cannot erre. And this they have from their holy Father the Pope, he is above all Councells, and all, and cannot erre.
Why? Because the Church cannot err. And this they have from their holy Father the Pope, he is above all Counsels, and all, and cannot err.
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We know if principles be false, all other things are false: an errour in principles is a dangerous errour.
We know if principles be false, all other things Are false: an error in principles is a dangerous error.
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An errour in the ground is the worst thing in the VVorld. As to maintaine treason to be lawfull it is worse then to be a Traitor:
an error in the ground is the worst thing in the World. As to maintain treason to be lawful it is Worse then to be a Traitor:
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for his judgement is convinced alreadie; but he that maintaines a false principle, he is a dangerous man indeed:
for his judgement is convinced already; but he that maintains a false principle, he is a dangerous man indeed:
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So to have this abominable principle, that the Church, that the Pope cannot erre.
So to have this abominable principle, that the Church, that the Pope cannot err.
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Hence come all those dangerous practices in this Common-VVealth ever since the beginning of Queen Elisabeths time.
Hence come all those dangerous practices in this Common-VVealth ever since the beginning of Queen Elisabeths time.
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I speak this the rather to crosse base Parasites, that when God calls them to stand for true causes, what do they make their rule? Not Gods constant yea,
I speak this the rather to cross base Parasites, that when God calls them to stand for true Causes, what do they make their Rule? Not God's constant yea,
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but they bend and bow to opinion:
but they bend and bow to opinion:
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Who would have thought (but that God gave up bitter, proud, poisonfull spirits, vain spirits that rejected the Word of God) that men of parts and understanding should ever be so sotted to believe such a thing, that a wretched ignorant man should get into the Chaire,
Who would have Thought (but that God gave up bitter, proud, poisonful spirits, vain spirits that rejected the Word of God) that men of parts and understanding should ever be so sotted to believe such a thing, that a wretched ignorant man should get into the Chair,
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and he should judge infallibly of the truths that he never knew in his life, being of another profession,
and he should judge infallibly of the truths that he never knew in his life, being of Another profession,
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as some are Canonists, and not Divines? But I leave that point.
as Some Are Canonists, and not Divines? But I leave that point.
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To touch one thing more that borders a little upon this, that Divine truth is of an inflexible nature, whatsoever men think of it:
To touch one thing more that borders a little upon this, that Divine truth is of an inflexible nature, whatsoever men think of it:
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and that crosseth another rule of theirs, that they will give what sense they will of Scriptures, and the Current of the present Church must judge of all former Councels.
and that Crosseth Another Rule of theirs, that they will give what sense they will of Scriptures, and the Current of the present Church must judge of all former Counsels.
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Now doth truth vary according to mens judgements? according to the pcesent Church? Must we bring the rule to the crooked timber,
Now does truth vary according to men's Judgments? according to the pcesent Church? Must we bring the Rule to the crooked timber,
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or the timber and the things to be measured to the rule? Shall the judgment of any man be the rule of truth? shall it be the rule in one time,
or the timber and the things to be measured to the Rule? Shall the judgement of any man be the Rule of truth? shall it be the Rule in one time,
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and not in another? shall present men interpret it thus, and say it is so now:
and not in Another? shall present men interpret it thus, and say it is so now:
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and others that succeed say, whatsoever it was now, thus it must be believed? Hereupon likewise, if it be the constant nature of truth alway to be believed:
and Others that succeed say, whatsoever it was now, thus it must be believed? Hereupon likewise, if it be the constant nature of truth always to be believed:
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hereupon it comes to crosse another thing, their dispensation: no man can dispense with Gods Law: truth is truth indispensible.
hereupon it comes to cross Another thing, their Dispensation: no man can dispense with God's Law: truth is truth indispensible.
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Laws divine, and naturall are indispensible, because they are alike in all things. Reason is reason in Turkie as well as here:
Laws divine, and natural Are indispensible, Because they Are alike in all things. Reason is reason in Turkey as well as Here:
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the light of nature is the light of nature in any countrey as well as here.
the Light of nature is the Light of nature in any country as well as Here.
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Principles of nature varie not as languages do, they are inbred things.
Principles of nature vary not as languages do, they Are inbred things.
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If the Principles of nature be invariable and indispensible, much more divine principles, saith the Heathen:
If the Principles of nature be invariable and indispensible, much more divine principles, Says the Heathen:
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filthinesse is filthinesse whether thou think it to be so or no. Opinion is not the rule of things, but the nature of the thing it self.
filthiness is filthiness whither thou think it to be so or no. Opinion is not the Rule of things, but the nature of the thing it self.
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Therefore whatsoever is against nature none can dispense with, God cannot deny himself. What was naught in one age is naught in another, and is for ever naught.
Therefore whatsoever is against nature none can dispense with, God cannot deny himself. What was nought in one age is nought in Another, and is for ever nought.
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Whatsoever is divine or natural, is indispensible.
Whatsoever is divine or natural, is indispensible.
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No Monarch in the world can dispense with the law of nature or the Divine Law, the Word of God:
No Monarch in the world can dispense with the law of nature or the Divine Law, the Word of God:
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for the opinion of any man in the world is not the rule of his course,
for the opinion of any man in the world is not the Rule of his course,
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as if the opinion of any man in the World were the rule of their faith, and obedience.
as if the opinion of any man in the World were the Rule of their faith, and Obedience.
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This is to make men, and no men.
This is to make men, and no men.
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Is not the written Word of God, the VVord of God? Is not the law the law? (politike lawes I speak not of) shall a man yield to mens opinion, especially if the VVord do not warrant it? shall he yield to any man living that is inconstant by his disposition? There is truth which is certain, that a man must maintain to the Death.
Is not the written Word of God, the Word of God? Is not the law the law? (politic laws I speak not of) shall a man yield to men's opinion, especially if the Word do not warrant it? shall he yield to any man living that is inconstant by his disposition? There is truth which is certain, that a man must maintain to the Death.
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(20) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He is not onely a Martyr that maintaines Religion.
He is not only a Martyr that maintains Religion.
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John Baptist was a Martyr that stood out in a matter that was not against heresie,John Baptist was a Martyr that stood out in a matter that was not against heresy,
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but for the standing out against Herod; (he did not yield as many thousands would have done in such a case) Thou must not have thy Brother Philips wife, it is unlawful.
but for the standing out against Herod; (he did not yield as many thousands would have done in such a case) Thou must not have thy Brother Philips wife, it is unlawful.
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Men ought to suffer for the truths of nature, and not deny truth whatsoever, because it is a Divine sparkle from God.
Men ought to suffer for the truths of nature, and not deny truth whatsoever, Because it is a Divine sparkle from God.
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If it be any truth whatsoever, it must be stood in, because it is constant, and it is the best thing in the world next to Divine, and saving truth.
If it be any truth whatsoever, it must be stood in, Because it is constant, and it is the best thing in the world next to Divine, and Saving truth.
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If this be so, that the Gospel, and Divine truth be yea: and that the Church at all times hath been built on that;
If this be so, that the Gospel, and Divine truth be yea: and that the Church At all times hath been built on that;
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and that whosoever is saved, is saved by that yea: Let us labour to have a faith answerable to our truth. We say, and distinguish well:
and that whosoever is saved, is saved by that yea: Let us labour to have a faith answerable to our truth. We say, and distinguish well:
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there is a certainty of the thing, and a certainty of the mind apprehending the thing.
there is a certainty of the thing, and a certainty of the mind apprehending the thing.
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It is certain the Sun is bigger then the earth; but you shall never perswade a simple Countrey-man that it is so:
It is certain the Sun is bigger then the earth; but you shall never persuade a simple Countryman that it is so:
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There is a certainty of the object, but not of the subject: he will never believe it, because it is against sense.
There is a certainty of the Object, but not of the Subject: he will never believe it, Because it is against sense.
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But now there must be both in a Christian.
But now there must be both in a Christian.
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The Apostles doctrine, the truth he doth believe, the truth in the Scripture is yea, that is, it is certain and true,
The Apostles Doctrine, the truth he does believe, the truth in the Scripture is yea, that is, it is certain and true,
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and not yea, and nay, it is not flexible: it is not as the Heathen Oracles were, that is, doubtful, and wavering.
and not yea, and nay, it is not flexible: it is not as the Heathen Oracles were, that is, doubtful, and wavering.
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(20) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let our assent be answerable to the truth: let us build soundly on a sound foundation.
Let our assent be answerable to the truth: let us built soundly on a found Foundation.
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As a Ship that is to rest in the middest of the waves, there is a double certainty necessary, that the Anchor-hold be good in it self,
As a Ship that is to rest in the midst of the waves, there is a double certainty necessary, that the Anchorhold be good in it self,
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and that it be fastned upon somewhat that is firm:
and that it be fastened upon somewhat that is firm:
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then considered as knit to him that is first amiable, that is Christ? it cannot be.
then considered as knit to him that is First amiable, that is christ? it cannot be.
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if it be a weak anchor, or if it be fastned upon gound that will not hold, the Ship is tossed about with waves,
if it be a weak anchor, or if it be fastened upon gound that will not hold, the Ship is tossed about with waves,
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and so split upon some rock or other:
and so split upon Some rock or other:
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So our soules require a double certainty, we must have an Anchor of faith, as well as an object of faith:
So our Souls require a double certainty, we must have an Anchor of faith, as well as an Object of faith:
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we must have an Anchor of hope as well as an object.
we must have an Anchor of hope as well as an Object.
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For the object we may cast Anchor there, it is Divine truth which will hold, there is no doubt of that, it is yea:
For the Object we may cast Anchor there, it is Divine truth which will hold, there is no doubt of that, it is yea:
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but then our Anchor must be firm, our faith and affiance. Let us labour to build soundly, and strongly upon it.
but then our Anchor must be firm, our faith and affiance. Let us labour to built soundly, and strongly upon it.
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It should be our endeavour continually to stablish our faith, to stablish our hope, that we may know on what terms we live,
It should be our endeavour continually to establish our faith, to establish our hope, that we may know on what terms we live,
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and on what terms to dye. Do but consider the difference between an understanding strong Christian, and another.
and on what terms to die. Do but Consider the difference between an understanding strong Christian, and Another.
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A Christian that is judicious and understanding, ask him in what estate he is? why, comfortable:
A Christian that is judicious and understanding, ask him in what estate he is? why, comfortable:
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what is the ground of his faith? why, thus;
what is the ground of his faith? why, thus;
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I live in no known sin, I confesse my sins to God, my doctrine is yea,
I live in no known since, I confess my Sins to God, my Doctrine is yea,
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and I labour to bring my life to my doctrine.
and I labour to bring my life to my Doctrine.
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Ask another, What do you mean to live so loosely, and carelesly? why will you stand thus? will you be content to die so? perhaps he doth not know sound doctrine;
Ask Another, What do you mean to live so loosely, and carelessly? why will you stand thus? will you be content to die so? perhaps he does not know found Doctrine;
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or if he do, it is confusedly, he doth not build on that rock, on that foundation.
or if he do, it is confusedly, he does not built on that rock, on that Foundation.
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O let us labour to build stronger and stronger on the truth. Our building strongly makes us eternal:
Oh let us labour to built Stronger and Stronger on the truth. Our building strongly makes us Eternal:
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Gods truth is eternal truth, because it makes us eternal.
God's truth is Eternal truth, Because it makes us Eternal.
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Is it not a strange thing that man, that is chaffe, and vanity, and smoak, whose life passeth as a tale that is told, that yet notwithstanding if he build on this yea, which is certain and infallible, the doctrine of the Gospel it will make him a rock, a living stone, it will make him eternal? All flesh is grasse, but the Word of God endures for ever.
Is it not a strange thing that man, that is chaff, and vanity, and smoke, whose life passes as a tale that is told, that yet notwithstanding if he built on this yea, which is certain and infallible, the Doctrine of the Gospel it will make him a rock, a living stone, it will make him Eternal? All Flesh is grass, but the Word of God endures for ever.
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What a comfort is this, our life being a vapour, and vanity, and growing to nothing, that the time will shortly come when we shall be no more, no more in this world:
What a Comfort is this, our life being a vapour, and vanity, and growing to nothing, that the time will shortly come when we shall be no more, no more in this world:
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then to have Divine truth that will make us eternal? Psal. 90. Moses, a good man, he saw men drop away:
then to have Divine truth that will make us Eternal? Psalm 90. Moses, a good man, he saw men drop away:
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faith he, Thou art our eternal habitation from Generation to Generation. What is the meaning of that? That is, We dwell in thee:
faith he, Thou art our Eternal habitation from Generation to Generation. What is the meaning of that? That is, We dwell in thee:
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here in our Pilgrimage to Canaan we drop away, but Thou art our habitation from Generation to Generation.
Here in our Pilgrimage to Canaan we drop away, but Thou art our habitation from Generation to Generation.
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So when a Christian considers, his life is uncertain, all things are vanity that support this life,
So when a Christian considers, his life is uncertain, all things Are vanity that support this life,
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yet notwithstanding I have a yea to build on, the Divine truth;
yet notwithstanding I have a yea to built on, the Divine truth;
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The Word of the Lord endures for ever, and it will make me endure for ever.The Word of the Lord endures for ever, and it will make me endure for ever.
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It is a Rock it self, it makes me a Rock:
It is a Rock it self, it makes me a Rock:
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it will make me a living stone, built on that foundation, that all the gates of hell shall not prevail against my faith, and hope.
it will make me a living stone, built on that Foundation, that all the gates of hell shall not prevail against my faith, and hope.
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What a comfort is this? We have nothing without this Yea; we are yea, and nay, and our happinesse is yea, and nay:
What a Comfort is this? We have nothing without this Yea; we Are yea, and nay, and our happiness is yea, and nay:
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we are so happy now, as we may be miserable to morrow. Let us labour to build on Divine truth which is like it self;
we Are so happy now, as we may be miserable to morrow. Let us labour to built on Divine truth which is like it self;
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that in all the Changes of the world we may have somewhat that is unalterable, that is as unchangeable as God himself:
that in all the Changes of the world we may have somewhat that is unalterable, that is as unchangeable as God himself:
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As S. Paul here brings God himself, As God is true, my word to you was not yea, and nay, but yea.
As S. Paul Here brings God himself, As God is true, my word to you was not yea, and nay, but yea.
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So much shall suffice for that Verse. I go on to the 20. Verse.
So much shall suffice for that Verse. I go on to the 20. Verse.
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VERSE XX. For all the Promises of God in him are Yea, and in him Amen.
VERSE XX. For all the Promises of God in him Are Yea, and in him Amen.
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THis comes in after this manner, My Preaching to you (saith he) was invariable,
THis comes in After this manner, My Preaching to you (Says he) was invariable,
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and constant, because Christ himself is alway yea: if Christ the matter of my preaching be alwayes yea,
and constant, Because christ himself is always yea: if christ the matter of my preaching be always yea,
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and I preach nothing but Christ, then my preaching is invariable and constant.
and I preach nothing but christ, then my preaching is invariable and constant.
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How doth he prove the minor? how doth he prove that Christ is alway yea? All the Promises of God in him are Yea, and in him Amen.
How does he prove the minor? how does he prove that christ is always yea? All the Promises of God in him Are Yea, and in him Amen.
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Christ is invariable, and my preaching of him was not yea, and nay.
christ is invariable, and my preaching of him was not yea, and nay.
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Christ is not yea, and nay, because all the Promises of God in him are Yea, and Amen.
christ is not yea, and nay, Because all the Promises of God in him Are Yea, and Amen.
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The Promises of God in him are Yea, that is, they are constant; and in him they are Amen. The Promises of God in him Are Yea, that is, they Are constant; and in him they Are Amen.
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There is some diversity in reading the words.
There is Some diversity in reading the words.
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But most constantly the best Expositors have it as this Translation hath it, All the Promises of God in him are Yea, and in him Amen.
But most constantly the best Expositors have it as this translation hath it, All the Promises of God in him Are Yea, and in him Amen.
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The literal meaning is this, All the Promises of God in Christ are Yea, that is, they are certain, they are made in him:
The literal meaning is this, All the Promises of God in christ Are Yea, that is, they Are certain, they Are made in him:
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and in him they are Amen, that is, they are accomplished in him; in him they are made, and in him they are accomplished.and in him they Are Amen, that is, they Are accomplished in him; in him they Are made, and in him they Are accomplished.
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I might spend a great deal of time to shew the acception of the word Amen, but it is not pertinent to my purpose.
I might spend a great deal of time to show the acception of the word Amen, but it is not pertinent to my purpose.
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Amen, is here certain, undoubtedly certain, as it is here to make way to that which is to be understood.Amen, is Here certain, undoubtedly certain, as it is Here to make Way to that which is to be understood.
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There are three main senses of Amen; It signifies that a thing is positively so, and not no, it is so.
There Are three main Senses of Amen; It signifies that a thing is positively so, and not no, it is so.
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Yea, and Amen, signifie that such a thing is; as, Let your yea be yea; such a thing is. Yea, and Amen, signify that such a thing is; as, Let your yea be yea; such a thing is.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But now, Amen is more, not onely that a thing is, but it is so truly, and so unchangeably;
But now, Amen is more, not only that a thing is, but it is so truly, and so unchangeably;
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it is Yea, and Amen. The Promises are yea, they are made in Christ, and then they are true in him, undoubtedly, eternally, unchangeably true.
it is Yea, and Amen. The Promises Are yea, they Are made in christ, and then they Are true in him, undoubtedly, eternally, unchangeably true.
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So take it in the strictest, in the strongest sense you can;
So take it in the Strictest, in the Strongest sense you can;
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all the Promises of God in Christ they are so true, that they are invariably, constantly, eternally true in him, they are made in him, and performed in him;
all the Promises of God in christ they Are so true, that they Are invariably, constantly, eternally true in him, they Are made in him, and performed in him;
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they are Yea in him, and Amen in him. So the whole carriage of the Promises is onely in Christ.they Are Yea in him, and Amen in him. So the Whole carriage of the Promises is only in christ.
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The truths we are to deliver out of the words are these:
The truths we Are to deliver out of the words Are these:
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First of all we must know, That since the fall of man, it hath pleased the Divine Nature, the three Persons in Trinitie, to stablish a Covenant of grace,
First of all we must know, That since the fallen of man, it hath pleased the Divine Nature, the three Persons in Trinity, to establish a Covenant of grace,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so of salvation in Jesus Christ;
and so of salvation in jesus christ;
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and to make him a second principle, a second Adam, by whom mankind is restored to a better estate then ever we had in the first Adam. God now since the fall takes another course to bring us back again to him.
and to make him a second principle, a second Adam, by whom mankind is restored to a better estate then ever we had in the First Adam. God now since the fallen Takes Another course to bring us back again to him.
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He doth not leave us as he left the Angels that fell, in a state of perdition for ever:
He does not leave us as he left the Angels that fell, in a state of perdition for ever:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but as we fell by infidelity and distrust of him, so now we are recovered again by Promises, and by faith in them.
but as we fell by infidelity and distrust of him, so now we Are recovered again by Promises, and by faith in them.
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There can be no intercourse between God and man, but by some promise on his part.
There can be no intercourse between God and man, but by Some promise on his part.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God deales with man by Promises. The reason is this;
God deals with man by Promises. The reason is this;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How can man dare to challenge any thing of the great Majestie of God without a warrant from himself? How can the conscience be satisfied? The conscience looks to God, it is a knowledge together with God;
How can man Dare to challenge any thing of the great Majesty of God without a warrant from himself? How can the conscience be satisfied? The conscience looks to God, it is a knowledge together with God;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how can conscience rest but in that it knowes comes from God? Therefore for any good that I hope for from God, I must have a promise.
how can conscience rest but in that it knows comes from God? Therefore for any good that I hope for from God, I must have a promise.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For this is Gods constant dispensation, while we live in this world we are alway under hope, we are children of hope, We are saved by hope, we rejoyce in the hope of glory:
For this is God's constant Dispensation, while we live in this world we Are always under hope, we Are children of hope, We Are saved by hope, we rejoice in the hope of glory:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and hope looks to the promises, whereof some part is unperformed. How doth heaven and earth differ? heaven is all performance:
and hope looks to the promises, whereof Some part is unperformed. How does heaven and earth differ? heaven is all performance:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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here is some performance to encourage us, and there is alway some promise still unperformed. We are alway under some Promise:
Here is Some performance to encourage us, and there is always Some promise still unperformed. We Are always under Some Promise:
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and therefore the manner of our apprehending God in this world differs from heaven: here it is by faith and hope, there by vision: vision is fit for performance;
and Therefore the manner of our apprehending God in this world differs from heaven: Here it is by faith and hope, there by vision: vision is fit for performance;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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faith and hope looks to the Promise alway here: Therefore God rules his Church by Promises:
faith and hope looks to the Promise always Here: Therefore God rules his Church by Promises:
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partly (I say) to secure the soul of man, we cannot have any thing from God but by the manifestation of his own good will.
partly (I say) to secure the soul of man, we cannot have any thing from God but by the manifestation of his own good will.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How can we look for any thing from God but by promise? can we look for any thing from God by our own conceits? that is a fooles Paradise.
How can we look for any thing from God but by promise? can we look for any thing from God by our own conceits? that is a Fools Paradise.
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Further, God will have his Church ruled by Promises in all ages, to exercise faith, and hope, and prayer, and dependance upon God.
Further, God will have his Church ruled by Promises in all ages, to exercise faith, and hope, and prayer, and dependence upon God.
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God will try of what credit he is among men, whether they will depend upon his promise, or no:
God will try of what credit he is among men, whither they will depend upon his promise, or no:
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so that knowing he is true, by promise it may be certain to them, they shall have performance in time:
so that knowing he is true, by promise it may be certain to them, they shall have performance in time:
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he gives men Promises to see if they will trust him.
he gives men Promises to see if they will trust him.
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God will have this manner of dispensation to rule his Church by Promises, to arm us in this world against feares and discouragements;
God will have this manner of Dispensation to Rule his Church by Promises, to arm us in this world against fears and discouragements;
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therefore we have alway some Promise. He might have done us good, and have given us no promise;
Therefore we have always Some Promise. He might have done us good, and have given us no promise;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but now having given us Promises, he will try the graces that are in us, and arm us against all discouragements and difficulties, till the thing promised be performed.
but now having given us Promises, he will try the graces that Are in us, and arm us against all discouragements and difficulties, till the thing promised be performed.
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For we must know, that a Promise is a Divine thing, better then any earthly performance.
For we must know, that a Promise is a Divine thing, better then any earthly performance.
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Let God give a man never so much in the world, if he have not a promise of better things all will come to nothing at the last.
Let God give a man never so much in the world, if he have not a promise of better things all will come to nothing At the last.
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Therefore God supports the soules and spirits of his Children with Promises, to arm them against all temptations on the right hand,
Therefore God supports the Souls and spirits of his Children with Promises, to arm them against all temptations on the right hand,
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and on the left, that would draw them from trusting in his Promise; he will have them live by faith, and that hath alway relation to the Promise.
and on the left, that would draw them from trusting in his Promise; he will have them live by faith, and that hath always Relation to the Promise.
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This is a general ground then, That God now in Christ Jesus hath appointed this way, to govern the Church with Promises. This is a general ground then, That God now in christ jesus hath appointed this Way, to govern the Church with Promises.
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Now what is a Promise? A Promise is nothing but a manifestation of love, an intendment of bestowing some good, and removing some ill;
Now what is a Promise? A Promise is nothing but a manifestation of love, an intendment of bestowing Some good, and removing Some ill;
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a manifestation of our mind in that kind is a promise, of conferring of a future good,
a manifestation of our mind in that kind is a promise, of conferring of a future good,
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or removing of a future ill, therefore it comes from love in the party promising. There are three degrees of loving steps, whereof a promise is the last. The first is inward love: The second is real performance:
or removing of a future ill, Therefore it comes from love in the party promising. There Are three Degrees of loving steps, whereof a promise is the last. The First is inward love: The second is real performance:
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And the third is a manifestation of performance intended before it be; and this (I say) is a degree of love.
And the third is a manifestation of performance intended before it be; and this (I say) is a degree of love.
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For love concealed, it doth not comfort in the interim, in the time that is betwixt.
For love concealed, it does not Comfort in the interim, in the time that is betwixt.
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Now God who is love, doth not onely love us, and will not only shew his love in time;
Now God who is love, does not only love us, and will not only show his love in time;
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but because he will have us rest sweetly in his bosome, and settle our selves on his gracious Promises, in the mean time, he gives us rich and precious Promises.
but Because he will have us rest sweetly in his bosom, and settle our selves on his gracious Promises, in the mean time, he gives us rich and precious Promises.
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He is not onely love, and shewes it in deed, but he expresseth it in word.
He is not only love, and shows it in deed, but he Expresses it in word.
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And we may well build on his Word, as verily as if he had performed it in deed:
And we may well built on his Word, as verily as if he had performed it in deed:
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for whatsoever he saith is Yea, and Amen. This is the nature of a promise; It is not only love, and the expression of love in deed;
for whatsoever he Says is Yea, and Amen. This is the nature of a promise; It is not only love, and the expression of love in deed;
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but the expression of it in word, when he intends to solace, and comfort, and stablish,
but the expression of it in word, when he intends to solace, and Comfort, and establish,
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and stay the mind of man till the good promised be performed.
and stay the mind of man till the good promised be performed.
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Therefore even from this we see how God loves us, that not onely he hath an inward love in his breast,
Therefore even from this we see how God loves us, that not only he hath an inward love in his breast,
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and doth good to us, but he manifests it by word:
and does good to us, but he manifests it by word:
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he would have us (as I said) live by faith, and stablish our selves in hope.
he would have us (as I said) live by faith, and establish our selves in hope.
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Faith and hope are two graces altogether from Promises: if there were no promise, there could be no faith nor hope:
Faith and hope Are two graces altogether from Promises: if there were no promise, there could be no faith nor hope:
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what is hope? nothing but the expectation of the things that the Word saith. And what is faith but a building on the Word of God.
what is hope? nothing but the expectation of the things that the Word Says. And what is faith but a building on the Word of God.
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Faith looks on the Word that God will give such a thing, and hope looks upon the thing that the Word promiseth:
Faith looks on the Word that God will give such a thing, and hope looks upon the thing that the Word promises:
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as the distinction is good, faith looks to the Word of the thing, and hope looks to the thing in the Word:
as the distinction is good, faith looks to the Word of the thing, and hope looks to the thing in the Word:
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faith looks to the Word promising; hope looks to the performance of the thing promised.
faith looks to the Word promising; hope looks to the performance of the thing promised.
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Faith is the evidence of things not seen, because it sets the things that are absent as if they were present;
Faith is the evidence of things not seen, Because it sets the things that Are absent as if they were present;
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hope is for the accomplishment of that.
hope is for the accomplishment of that.
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If there were no promise to hope, what needed hope? and where were a foundation for faith? Now God being willing to exercise faith and hope, feeds them both,
If there were no promise to hope, what needed hope? and where were a Foundation for faith? Now God being willing to exercise faith and hope, feeds them both,
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and satisfies both, that we may be heavenly wise in trusting and believing, and not foolish as men in the world:
and Satisfies both, that we may be heavenly wise in trusting and believing, and not foolish as men in the world:
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Therefore God hath given us promises, and sealed them with an oath, as we shall see afterward.
Therefore God hath given us promises, and sealed them with an oath, as we shall see afterwards.
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Now all promises coming from love, what love can there be in God to us since the fall,
Now all promises coming from love, what love can there be in God to us since the fallen,
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but it must be grounded on a better foundation then our selves? If God love us, it must be in one that is first beloved:
but it must be grounded on a better Foundation then our selves? If God love us, it must be in one that is First Beloved:
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hereupon comes the ground of the Promises to be Jesus Christ, God-man:
hereupon comes the ground of the Promises to be jesus christ, God-man:
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For all intercourse between God and us, it must be in him that is able to satisfie God.
For all intercourse between God and us, it must be in him that is able to satisfy God.
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God will so in the Covenant of Grace entertain covenant and league with us, as that he will have his Justice have full content, he will be satisfied;
God will so in the Covenant of Grace entertain Covenant and league with us, as that he will have his justice have full content, he will be satisfied;
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and therefore he that will be the foundation of intercourse between God and us, he must be God-man, perfectly able to satisfie Divine Justice;
and Therefore he that will be the Foundation of intercourse between God and us, he must be God-man, perfectly able to satisfy Divine justice;
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he must be a friend of Gods, and a friend to us; hereupon the Promises must come from Gods love in Jesus Christ:
he must be a friend of God's, and a friend to us; hereupon the Promises must come from God's love in jesus christ:
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and he must first receive all good for us, and we must have it at the second hand from him.
and he must First receive all good for us, and we must have it At the second hand from him.
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Hereupon it is said here, that All the Promises of God in him are Yea, and Amen.
Hereupon it is said Here, that All the Promises of God in him Are Yea, and Amen.
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It is a rule, The first in any kind is the cause of all the rest.
It is a Rule, The First in any kind is the cause of all the rest.
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Now Christ is the first beloved thing; therefore in Coloss. 1. 3. he is called the Sonne of Gods love.
Now christ is the First Beloved thing; Therefore in Coloss. 1. 3. he is called the Son of God's love.
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Christ being the only begotten Son of God, he looks on him first before he looks on any thing else;
christ being the only begotten Son of God, he looks on him First before he looks on any thing Else;
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and whatsoever is lovel, y he looks on it as it is in him in whom his love is first,
and whatsoever is lovel, y he looks on it as it is in him in whom his love is First,
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because he being his onely begotten Son, he is the first object of all the respect that God hath;
Because he being his only begotten Son, he is the First Object of all the respect that God hath;
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therefore whatsoever is beloved, it is as it hath a consistence in Christ. Therefore Christ he must first be loved, and then we in him.
Therefore whatsoever is Beloved, it is as it hath a consistence in christ. Therefore christ he must First be loved, and then we in him.
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Consider him as the Son of God.
Consider him as the Son of God.
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Consider him as man, he is the first beloved, being a holy man above all other men:
Consider him as man, he is the First Beloved, being a holy man above all other men:
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for the nature of man hath a subsistence in the second person in Christ:
for the nature of man hath a subsistence in the second person in christ:
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therefore Christ as man is beloved before all others, having a subsistence in his Godhead which is first beloved:
Therefore christ as man is Beloved before all Others, having a subsistence in his Godhead which is First Beloved:
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he is the prime, and most excellent creature as man.
he is the prime, and most excellent creature as man.
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God looks first upon Christ as his onely begotten Son, and upon Christ as man secondarily:
God looks First upon christ as his only begotten Son, and upon christ as man secondarily:
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Upon the Church in the third place as united to Christ; and all other creatures in reference to the Church:
Upon the Church in the third place as united to christ; and all other creatures in Referente to the Church:
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and therefore there was never any thing in the world, nor shall be, that ever was or shall be loved,
and Therefore there was never any thing in the world, nor shall be, that ever was or shall be loved,
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but in the first-beloved Christ Jesus. Again, Christ is first, because Christ is the Mediatour between God and man by office.
but in the first-beloved christ jesus. Again, christ is First, Because christ is the Mediator between God and man by office.
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Consider what relation he hath between God and man, and we may easily see that God first respects him, and us for him.
Consider what Relation he hath between God and man, and we may Easily see that God First respects him, and us for him.
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For Christ being God and man, and Mediatour therefore between God and man, he is loved of both;
For christ being God and man, and Mediator Therefore between God and man, he is loved of both;
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he is a friend to both, to bring both together; he is first regarded as Mediatour, and then we for whose cause he is Mediatour.
he is a friend to both, to bring both together; he is First regarded as Mediator, and then we for whose cause he is Mediator.
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Then again, Consider Christ not as he is between God and us, but as he is to us, so he is first beloved.
Then again, Consider christ not as he is between God and us, but as he is to us, so he is First Beloved.
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To God, he is his first begotten; to God and us a Mediatour. To us a head, to us a husband to us a brother;
To God, he is his First begotten; to God and us a Mediator. To us a head, to us a husband to us a brother;
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a head from whence there is all influence of life and motion: a husband from whence we have all riches;
a head from whence there is all influence of life and motion: a husband from whence we have all riches;
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he is all in all to us in the relations he stands in to us:
he is all in all to us in the relations he Stands in to us:
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therefore he is first in all things, as the Apostle saith, In all things he must have the preheminence;
Therefore he is First in all things, as the Apostle Says, In all things he must have the pre-eminence;
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and it is fit it should be so. Especially since the fall;
and it is fit it should be so. Especially since the fallen;
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leave the consideration of Christ, and this may be a reason, consider us since the fall,
leave the consideration of christ, and this may be a reason, Consider us since the fallen,
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as we are in the masse of corruption, are we fit objects for Gods love? are we not fuel for consuming fire? is not he a consuming fire,
as we Are in the mass of corruption, Are we fit objects for God's love? Are we not fuel for consuming fire? is not he a consuming fire,
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and we stubble for his wrath? is not our nature defiled, and tainted, and can it otherwise be amiable,
and we stubble for his wrath? is not our nature defiled, and tainted, and can it otherwise be amiable,
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look to his Office as Mediatour, look on him as in relation to us as our husband and head;
look to his Office as Mediator, look on him as in Relation to us as our husband and head;
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look on us without him, you may see that Gods love is first founded in Christ, and then in us.
look on us without him, you may see that God's love is First founded in christ, and then in us.
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I mean in regard of execution in the passages of our salvation:
I mean in regard of execution in the passages of our salvation:
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For at first it was a free love that gave Christ to us, and us to Christ, So God loved the world, that he gave his Son, that was the first that set all the world in execution:
For At First it was a free love that gave christ to us, and us to christ, So God loved the world, that he gave his Son, that was the First that Set all the world in execution:
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but in the execution from predestination to glorification, before all worlds he loved us in Christ to everlasting:
but in the execution from predestination to glorification, before all world's he loved us in christ to everlasting:
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from the everlasting in election, to everlasting in glory, all is in Christ in regard of execution.
from the everlasting in election, to everlasting in glory, all is in christ in regard of execution.
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We subsist in him, we are sanctified in him, we are justified in him, his righteousnesse is ours, we are glorified in him, we are loved in him:
We subsist in him, we Are sanctified in him, we Are justified in him, his righteousness is ours, we Are glorified in him, we Are loved in him:
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God blesseth us with all spiritual blessings in him, Ephes. 1. 5, 6. God hath made us accepted in his beloved:
God Blesses us with all spiritual blessings in him, Ephesians 1. 5, 6. God hath made us accepted in his Beloved:
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In him who is his beloved Son, in whom he is well pleased:
In him who is his Beloved Son, in whom he is well pleased:
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not onely with whom, but in whom, in him and all his, in him as mystical Christ, head and members.
not only with whom, but in whom, in him and all his, in him as mystical christ, head and members.
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God now looks upon our nature as it is united to the person of his onely begotten Son;
God now looks upon our nature as it is united to the person of his only begotten Son;
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and thereupon our nature is lovely in the eyes of God, and enriched, and honoured, and advanced in Christ.
and thereupon our nature is lovely in the eyes of God, and enriched, and honoured, and advanced in christ.
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Even as a base woman by marriage with a great person is advanced;
Even as a base woman by marriage with a great person is advanced;
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so our nature being mean of it self, taking our nature when it was defiled with sin: (though that particular masse was sanctified by the Holy Ghost) it was much advanced and ennobled, by having a subsistence in the second person:
so our nature being mean of it self, taking our nature when it was defiled with since: (though that particular mass was sanctified by the Holy Ghost) it was much advanced and ennobled, by having a subsistence in the second person:
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so God looks on us in Jesus Christ, and loves us in him, and bestowes all spiritual blessings in Christ.
so God looks on us in jesus christ, and loves us in him, and bestows all spiritual blessings in christ.
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Therefore whatsoever we have, Christ must have it first for us; whatsoever is done to us, must be done first to Christ.
Therefore whatsoever we have, christ must have it First for us; whatsoever is done to us, must be done First to christ.
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Christ is first predestinate, as it is, 1 Pet. 1. he is the predestinate Lamb of God, he was ordained before all worlds, to be a sacrifice for us,
christ is First predestinate, as it is, 1 Pet. 1. he is the predestinate Lamb of God, he was ordained before all world's, to be a sacrifice for us,
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and to be the head of his Church, he was ordained before we were ordained. Christ is first beloved, and then we are beloved in his beloved.
and to be the head of his Church, he was ordained before we were ordained. christ is First Beloved, and then we Are Beloved in his Beloved.
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He is well pleased in him, and then in us: he is first loved, and then we;
He is well pleased in him, and then in us: he is First loved, and then we;
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he is the Son of Gods love by nature, therefore we are sons of Gods love by adoption and grace ▪ what we are by adoption, he is by nature first of all:
he is the Son of God's love by nature, Therefore we Are Sons of God's love by adoption and grace ▪ what we Are by adoption, he is by nature First of all:
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therefore we are said to be elected in him, and sanct• … fied in him:
Therefore we Are said to be elected in him, and sanct• … fied in him:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he first of all removes all ill, and then we have it removed, because he hath removed it.
he First of all removes all ill, and then we have it removed, Because he hath removed it.
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He is first justified from our sins, he is first quitted and freed from our sins,
He is First justified from our Sins, he is First quit and freed from our Sins,
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when he took them upon himself, and on the tree satisfied the wrath of God: He bore our iniquities, and by his stripes we are healed:
when he took them upon himself, and on the tree satisfied the wrath of God: He boar our iniquities, and by his stripes we Are healed:
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if he had not been freed from our sins, we had for ever layen under them:
if he had not been freed from our Sins, we had for ever lain under them:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore saith S. Paul, If Christ be not risen, you are yet in your sins:
Therefore Says S. Paul, If christ be not risen, you Are yet in your Sins:
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we are free from our sins, because Christ our surety is out of the prison of the grave, he is in heaven.
we Are free from our Sins, Because christ our surety is out of the prison of the grave, he is in heaven.
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He must first rise from the dead; he is the first fruits of them that sleep:
He must First rise from the dead; he is the First fruits of them that sleep:
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the first begotten from the dead, Rev. 1. 1 Cor. 15. for though some rose before,the First begotten from the dead, Rev. 1. 1 Cor. 15. for though Some rose before,
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yet it was in the vertue of Christ, who rose altogether by his own strength; therefore he hath made a living way to heaven:
yet it was in the virtue of christ, who rose altogether by his own strength; Therefore he hath made a living Way to heaven:
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We are born again to a lively hope by the resurrection of Christ from the dead; We Are born again to a lively hope by the resurrection of christ from the dead;
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we have a lively hope, a hope that makes us lively in good works, because our surety is in heaven:
we have a lively hope, a hope that makes us lively in good works, Because our surety is in heaven:
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Now we hope for an inheritance immortal and undefiled; because he is risen, we shall rise:
Now we hope for an inheritance immortal and undefiled; Because he is risen, we shall rise:
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he is ascended, therefore we shall ascend: we do ascend in the certainty of faith now, and shall ascend indeed hereafter.
he is ascended, Therefore we shall ascend: we do ascend in the certainty of faith now, and shall ascend indeed hereafter.
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Whatsoever we do, he doth it first:
Whatsoever we do, he does it First:
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and whatsoever we have from God, it is at the second hand, he hath it first, and conveyes it to us:
and whatsoever we have from God, it is At the second hand, he hath it First, and conveys it to us:
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the Natural Son to the adopted sons;
the Natural Son to the adopted Sons;
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therefore all the Promises come to be made in him, and not directly to us alone abstracted from Christ.
Therefore all the Promises come to be made in him, and not directly to us alone abstracted from christ.
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It is a point we should often think of, and seriously consider of: for it doth wondrously stablish our hearts.
It is a point we should often think of, and seriously Consider of: for it does wondrously establish our hearts.
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Doth God love me, and doth he do good to me abstracted from Christ, my self alone? no;
Does God love me, and does he do good to me abstracted from christ, my self alone? no;
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for then alas, I should flye from his presence: but he looks upon me, and considers me as I am in his Son;
for then alas, I should fly from his presence: but he looks upon me, and considers me as I am in his Son;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore in Joh. 17. in that blessed prayer of Christ, saith he, That thou mayest love them with the same love wherewith thou lovest me.
Therefore in John 17. in that blessed prayer of christ, Says he, That thou Mayest love them with the same love wherewith thou Lovest me.
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God loves us with the same love that he loves his Son with; That the love wherewith thou lovest me, may be in them.
God loves us with the same love that he loves his Son with; That the love wherewith thou Lovest me, may be in them.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He loves him first, and then he loves us with that love that he loves him.
He loves him First, and then he loves us with that love that he loves him.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Here is the reason that God looks on us with a forbearing eye notwithstanding all the matter of anger and wrath in us;
Here is the reason that God looks on us with a forbearing eye notwithstanding all the matter of anger and wrath in us;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he looks on us in his Son, as members of his Son: his love to us, is founded on his love to his Son.
he looks on us in his Son, as members of his Son: his love to us, is founded on his love to his Son.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Hereupon back again is our boldnesse to God the Father, that we go to him in his beloved Son,
Hereupon back again is our boldness to God the Father, that we go to him in his Beloved Son,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and present his Son to him.
and present his Son to him.
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Lord, look on thy Son that thou hast given for us, in whom we are members;
Lord, look on thy Son that thou hast given for us, in whom we Are members;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we are not as in our selves, but in thy beloved.
we Are not as in our selves, but in thy Beloved.
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For as all things descend from God to us, so our soules should ascend to him.
For as all things descend from God to us, so our Souls should ascend to him.
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All descends from God to us in his Son: why, all our comfortable considerations of God must be in his Son Christ;
All descends from God to us in his Son: why, all our comfortable considerations of God must be in his Son christ;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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thereupon we have boldnesse to God through him, not in our selves, but in and through Christ.
thereupon we have boldness to God through him, not in our selves, but in and through christ.
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Let us bring Benjamin with us, bring Christ, and then we shall be welcome.
Let us bring Benjamin with us, bring christ, and then we shall be welcome.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If we come in the garments of our elder Brother, then we shall get the blessing.
If we come in the garments of our elder Brother, then we shall get the blessing.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But of our selves God cannot endure to look on us:
But of our selves God cannot endure to look on us:
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therefore this is a Heathenish conceit, in our prayers to presume to go to God otherwise then he hath cloathed himself with the comfortable relation of a Father in Christ.
Therefore this is a Heathenish conceit, in our Prayers to presume to go to God otherwise then he hath clothed himself with the comfortable Relation of a Father in christ.
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If we consider him as a just God, as a God of vengeance, as a holy God, the more it makes to our terrour, if we be not besotted.
If we Consider him as a just God, as a God of vengeance, as a holy God, the more it makes to our terror, if we be not besotted.
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But go to him as he is now in his Son Christ, and go boldly. The Heathens otherwise conceived wavering, and doubtingly of a God:
But go to him as he is now in his Son christ, and go boldly. The heathens otherwise conceived wavering, and doubtingly of a God:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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alas, conceiving him out of Christ, he was nothing but a consuming fire to them.
alas, conceiving him out of christ, he was nothing but a consuming fire to them.
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How dares that man that knowes himself, and that knowes God, how dares he think of God? he thinks basely of God, that can think of him,
How dares that man that knows himself, and that knows God, how dares he think of God? he thinks basely of God, that can think of him,
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and not think of him as he is to him in Christ.
and not think of him as he is to him in christ.
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Darest thou think of God who is a consuming fire, and not think of him as he is pleased,
Darest thou think of God who is a consuming fire, and not think of him as he is pleased,
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and pacified in thy nature in Christ, that hath taken thy nature to be a foundation of comfort, to be a second Adam, a publike person for all that are in him,
and pacified in thy nature in christ, that hath taken thy nature to be a Foundation of Comfort, to be a second Adam, a public person for all that Are in him,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and members of him? to see God fully appeased in him who is God-man, thou mayest think of him with comfort then.
and members of him? to see God Fully appeased in him who is God-man, thou Mayest think of him with Comfort then.
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Never think of the Promises of grace, or comfort, or any thing without Christ.
Never think of the Promises of grace, or Comfort, or any thing without christ.
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Therefore S. Paul saith, Gal. 3. 16. Now to Abraham and his seed was the Promise made;
Therefore S. Paul Says, Gal. 3. 16. Now to Abraham and his seed was the Promise made;
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He saith not to seeds, as to many, but to thy seed: As speaking of one, even Christ.He Says not to seeds, as to many, but to thy seed: As speaking of one, even christ.
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All the Promises of good to us are made to Christ, and conveyed from Christ to us:
All the Promises of good to us Are made to christ, and conveyed from christ to us:
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the Promises, and likewise the things promised;
the Promises, and likewise the things promised;
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He hath promised to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son, 1 Joh. 5. and so grace,He hath promised to us Eternal life, and this life is in his Son, 1 John 5. and so grace,
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and whatsoever, it is in him:
and whatsoever, it is in him:
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the Promises, and the things promised they are conveyed from God to Christ, and so to us.
the Promises, and the things promised they Are conveyed from God to christ, and so to us.
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They are a deed of gift, we have them from, and by Christ.
They Are a deed of gift, we have them from, and by christ.
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Why are the Angels attendants upon us? The Angels attend upon Jacob's ladder, that is, Christ.
Why Are the Angels attendants upon us? The Angels attend upon Jacob's ladder, that is, christ.
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It is he that knits heaven and earth together: so the Angels because they attend upon Christ first, they become our attendants:
It is he that knits heaven and earth together: so the Angels Because they attend upon christ First, they become our attendants:
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whatsoever we are, whatsoever priviledges we have, it is in Christ first, it belongs to us no further then we by faith are made one with Christ.
whatsoever we Are, whatsoever privileges we have, it is in christ First, it belongs to us no further then we by faith Are made one with christ.
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Thus we see whatsoever we have from God, it is by promises. And these promises are not abstracted from love, for they are the fruits of love;
Thus we see whatsoever we have from God, it is by promises. And these promises Are not abstracted from love, for they Are the fruits of love;
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and this love is seated in Christ, who hath satisfied Gods justice; we have promises, and promises in Christ.
and this love is seated in christ, who hath satisfied God's Justice; we have promises, and promises in christ.
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In the third place, the Apostle saith that all the promises of God in him are yea, they are constant and sure in him; they shall be performed.
In the third place, the Apostle Says that all the promises of God in him Are yea, they Are constant and sure in him; they shall be performed.
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All promises are either Christ himself, or by Christ, or from Christ, or for Christ. All promises that ever were made to Gods People, they were either of Christ himself,
All promises Are either christ himself, or by christ, or from christ, or for christ. All promises that ever were made to God's People, they were either of christ himself,
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when he was promised, or such as were promised for Christ.
when he was promised, or such as were promised for christ.
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The promise of Christ himself is the first grand promise, that he should be made man, the promise in his own person.
The promise of christ himself is the First grand promise, that he should be made man, the promise in his own person.
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But whatsoever promise was made by the Prophets and Apostles, they were made by his Spirit, they were made for him,
But whatsoever promise was made by the prophets and Apostles, they were made by his Spirit, they were made for him,
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For as Gods love is founded in him to those that are in him mystically as the Son of his love:
For as God's love is founded in him to those that Are in him mystically as the Son of his love:
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so the promises are made, and given over to him of all good:
so the promises Are made, and given over to him of all good:
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he takes all the promises of good from God for us, and then they are made to us as we are in him.
he Takes all the promises of good from God for us, and then they Are made to us as we Are in him.
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He himself is the first promise that runs along in all the Scripture:
He himself is the First promise that runs along in all the Scripture:
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and all the promises of Christ are yea: for whatsoever was promised of Christ before he came, it was fufilled when he came:
and all the promises of christ Are yea: for whatsoever was promised of christ before he Come, it was fulfilled when he Come:
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for all types were fulfilled in him, and all Prophecies, and all promises they were all accomplished in him.
for all types were fulfilled in him, and all Prophecies, and all promises they were all accomplished in him.
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All types whether personal, or real.
All types whither personal, or real.
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For personall types, he was the second Adam, Adam was a type of him, he is the true Adam. He was the true Isaac, the ground of laughter.
For personal types, he was the second Adam, Adam was a type of him, he is the true Adam. He was the true Isaac, the ground of laughter.
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He is the true Joseph advanced now to the kingdome, to the right hand of God:
He is the true Joseph advanced now to the Kingdom, to the right hand of God:
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he is the steward of his Church to feed his Church here, and bring her to Heaven with himself afterward.
he is the steward of his Church to feed his Church Here, and bring her to Heaven with himself afterwards.
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He is the true Joshua that brought Israel out of the wildernesse to Canaan; he brings us from Moses, from the law to heaven:
He is the true joshua that brought Israel out of the Wilderness to Canaan; he brings us from Moses, from the law to heaven:
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he is the true Joshua that brings us through Jordan, from death, and miseries in this world, to heaven.
he is the true joshua that brings us through Jordan, from death, and misery's in this world, to heaven.
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He is the true Solomon, the Prince of peace:
He is the true Solomon, the Prince of peace:
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so all personal types of Kings, and Priests, as Aaron was a type of him, &c. they were yea in him, they were fulfilled in him.
so all personal types of Kings, and Priests, as Aaron was a type of him, etc. they were yea in him, they were fulfilled in him.
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And all reall types, he is the true Mercie-seat wherein God would be heard, and prayed unto:
And all real types, he is the true Mercy-seat wherein God would be herd, and prayed unto:
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for he covers the Law, the curse of it, as the Mercie-seat did.
for he covers the Law, the curse of it, as the Mercy-seat did.
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He is the true brazen Serpent, that whosoever looks on him with the eye of faith, shall not perish, but have everlasting life.
He is the true brazen Serpent, that whosoever looks on him with the eye of faith, shall not perish, but have everlasting life.
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He is the true Mannah, the bread of life, that type had its yea in Christ.
He is the true Manna, the bred of life, that type had its yea in christ.
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He is the true sacrifice, the Passeover Lambe, the Lambe of God that takes away the sins of the world:
He is the true sacrifice, the Passover Lamb, the Lamb of God that Takes away the Sins of the world:
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if our hearts be sprinkled with his blood, the destroying Angell hath nothing to do with us.
if our hearts be sprinkled with his blood, the destroying Angel hath nothing to do with us.
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The Passeover hath its yea in him, therefore that which is affirmed of the Passe-over is affirmed of him, Not abone of it shall be broken;
The Passover hath its yea in him, Therefore that which is affirmed of the Passover is affirmed of him, Not abone of it shall be broken;
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the blessed Trinity stablished this, that Christ should pay the debt by death;
the blessed Trinity established this, that christ should pay the debt by death;
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that is attributed to Christ, that was performed in the type: that is applied to Christ that was spoken of the Passeover:
that is attributed to christ, that was performed in the type: that is applied to christ that was spoken of the Passover:
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to signifie the identitie of the type, and the thing signified.
to signify the identity of the type, and the thing signified.
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He was the yea of that, & of all comfortable types that were real, & personal, all have their yea in him.
He was the yea of that, & of all comfortable types that were real, & personal, all have their yea in him.
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Therefore saith our Saviour Christ, the last words of his almost upon the crosse, All is finished, all the types real, and personal.
Therefore Says our Saviour christ, the last words of his almost upon the cross, All is finished, all the types real, and personal.
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And all promises, and prophecies have their yea in Christ.
And all promises, and prophecies have their yea in christ.
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The first promise what was it but Christ? The seed of the woman shall break the Serpents head, it was nothing but Christ, it was yea when he was born:
The First promise what was it but christ? The seed of the woman shall break the Serpents head, it was nothing but christ, it was yea when he was born:
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and when he died, he crushed the Serpents head: By death he overcame him that had the power of death, that is, the divel.
and when he died, he crushed the Serpents head: By death he overcame him that had the power of death, that is, the Devil.
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So the promise that was renewed to Abraham, In thy seed shall all nations of the earth be blessed, that is, in Christ.
So the promise that was renewed to Abraham, In thy seed shall all Nations of the earth be blessed, that is, in christ.
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And so to David that he should come out of his family. And that particular promise of I say, that a Virgin should conceive.
And so to David that he should come out of his family. And that particular promise of I say, that a Virgae should conceive.
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And the Baptist points him out, Behold, the Lamb of God.
And the Baptist points him out, Behold, the Lamb of God.
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All the particular things that befel Christ in time, they were prophesied of before, and Christ was the yea of all, that is, all had their determinate truth in Christ when he came.
All the particular things that befell christ in time, they were prophesied of before, and christ was the yea of all, that is, all had their determinate truth in christ when he Come.
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This is one reason why S. Paul saith, All the promises in Christ are yea; whatsoever was promised concerning Christ, or foretold, it was yea in him, concerning his birth, and the place of it:
This is one reason why S. Paul Says, All the promises in christ Are yea; whatsoever was promised Concerning christ, or foretold, it was yea in him, Concerning his birth, and the place of it:
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concerning his death, and the manner of it: concerning his resurrection, and ascension; concerning his offices, all was foretold:
Concerning his death, and the manner of it: Concerning his resurrection, and Ascension; Concerning his Offices, all was foretold:
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as we see in Scripture, in the New Testament it is the foot of diverse verses, that It might be fulfilled; so this that was foretold in the Old, it was fulfilled in the New. So Christ is the first promise,
as we see in Scripture, in the New Testament it is the foot of diverse Verses, that It might be fulfilled; so this that was foretold in the Old, it was fulfilled in the New. So christ is the First promise,
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and whatsoever was said of him is Yea, and Amen. Whatsoever was spoken of Christ, it was Yea in the Old Testament, and Amen in the New:
and whatsoever was said of him is Yea, and Amen. Whatsoever was spoken of christ, it was Yea in the Old Testament, and Amen in the New:
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it was made to them in the Old Testament, and performed in the New. And what is the Old and New Testament but this syllogisme.
it was made to them in the Old Testament, and performed in the New. And what is the Old and New Testament but this syllogism.
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the debt to divine justice should be satisfied by the cursed death of the crosse, that those that before should have gone to hell else for the debt, should be all freed that had any part and interest by faith in Christ, who should pay the debt afterwards.
the debt to divine Justice should be satisfied by the cursed death of the cross, that those that before should have gone to hell Else for the debt, should be all freed that had any part and Interest by faith in christ, who should pay the debt afterwards.
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He is the Blessed seed, that is the Son of the Virgin Mary, born in Bethlehem, that shall come in the end of Daniels weeks, that shall come when the Scepter shall be departed from Juda, &c. He is the true Messias, the true Christ, saith the Old Testament;
He is the Blessed seed, that is the Son of the Virgae Marry, born in Bethlehem, that shall come in the end of Daniel's weeks, that shall come when the Sceptre shall be departed from Juda, etc. He is the true Messias, the true christ, Says the Old Testament;
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here is the yea: Amen, saith the New Testament to this:
Here is the yea: Amen, Says the New Testament to this:
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But Christ is the Son of the Virgin Mary, he suffered these things, that it might be fulfilled;
But christ is the Son of the Virgae Marry, he suffered these things, that it might be fulfilled;
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so all is Amen in the New Testament. I say, this is the main reason that all is built on;
so all is Amen in the New Testament. I say, this is the main reason that all is built on;
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He in whom all these agree, is the true Messias; But, saith the New Testament, all these are Amen in Christ:
He in whom all these agree, is the true Messias; But, Says the New Testament, all these Are Amen in christ:
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therefore Christ the Son of the Virgin Mary he is the true Messias. We see whatsoever was prophesied concerning Christ himself, was yea.
Therefore christ the Son of the Virgae Marry he is the true Messias. We see whatsoever was prophesied Concerning christ himself, was yea.
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And not onely so, but all the prerogatives and good things that come by Christ are yea, they are undoubted in Christ,
And not only so, but all the prerogatives and good things that come by christ Are yea, they Are undoubted in christ,
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and they were yea before he was:
and they were yea before he was:
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he profitted before he was, he was yea to Adam: because however he that was the seed of the woman, came not till the latter end of the World, till 4000. years after the beginning or thereabouts,
he profited before he was, he was yea to Adam: Because however he that was the seed of the woman, Come not till the latter end of the World, till 4000. Years After the beginning or thereabouts,
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yet the faith of Adam, and of Abraham made him present: Abraham saw Christs day, and rejoyced.
yet the faith of Adam, and of Abraham made him present: Abraham saw Christ day, and rejoiced.
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There was a vertue from Christ to all former ages, they all had benefit by Christ,
There was a virtue from christ to all former ages, they all had benefit by christ,
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as it is proved at large, Heb. 11. And in Acts 15. We hope to be saved by Christ, as well as they:
as it is proved At large, Hebrew 11. And in Acts 15. We hope to be saved by christ, as well as they:
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insinuating that they hoped to be saved by Christ as well as we:
insinuating that they hoped to be saved by christ as well as we:
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so he was yea for comfort to all that were before him, as well as now:
so he was yea for Comfort to all that were before him, as well as now:
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all the promises were yea, even to the Patriarchs and Prophets.
all the promises were yea, even to the Patriarchs and prophets.
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Even as if a man should undertake three or four years hence to pay a debt that is due by one that is subject to be carried to prison,
Even as if a man should undertake three or four Years hence to pay a debt that is due by one that is Subject to be carried to prison,
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and on that condition that this man shall be freed, I undertake at such a time to pay such a debt;
and on that condition that this man shall be freed, I undertake At such a time to pay such a debt;
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so though the debt be paid three or four years hence, he is let go free that was obnoxious to go to prison for the debt;
so though the debt be paid three or four Years hence, he is let go free that was obnoxious to go to prison for the debt;
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though it be to be paid after:
though it be to be paid After:
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So it was with Christ, he the second person in the Trinity undertook being so appointed by God the Father:
So it was with christ, he the second person in the Trinity undertook being so appointed by God the Father:
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Christ undertook at such a time to be incarnate, and to pay it for us:
christ undertook At such a time to be incarnate, and to pay it for us:
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God the Father to whom we were obnoxious, that was the creditor for the payment of that 4000 years after, let them go:
God the Father to whom we were obnoxious, that was the creditor for the payment of that 4000 Years After, let them go:
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so Christ was yea to them, they had benefit by Christs death.
so christ was yea to them, they had benefit by Christ death.
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Hereupon the Prophets spake of him as a thing present, To us a son is born, to us a Child is given.
Hereupon the prophets spoke of him as a thing present, To us a son is born, to us a Child is given.
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Faith mounts over many years, 600 years before Christ in the Prophet it mounted, and made the time of Christs coming,
Faith mounts over many Years, 600 Years before christ in the Prophet it mounted, and made the time of Christ coming,
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and his death to be present: because they had benefit by him as if he had been present.
and his death to be present: Because they had benefit by him as if he had been present.
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Onely with this difference, in the time present when Christ came in the flesh they had some comfortable inlargement of Grace.
Only with this difference, in the time present when christ Come in the Flesh they had Some comfortable enlargement of Grace.
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When he came in the flesh (I say) there was a new world as it were, there was grace poured out in abundance.
When he Come in the Flesh (I say) there was a new world as it were, there was grace poured out in abundance.
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So you see that all the promises concerning Christ, they were performed: They were Yea, and Amen, and the good things by Christ.
So you see that all the promises Concerning christ, they were performed: They were Yea, and Amen, and the good things by christ.
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Saint Paul saith excellently, Heb. 13. Christ yesterday, to day, and the same for ever.
Saint Paul Says excellently, Hebrew 13. christ yesterday, to day, and the same for ever.
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Yesterday to the Patriachs, to day for the present time he is Yea, and for the time to come he is Yea, the same alway.
Yesterday to the Patriachs, to day for the present time he is Yea, and for the time to come he is Yea, the same always.
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He is yea to all ages; he is yea to us as well as to those that were in Christs time.
He is yea to all ages; he is yea to us as well as to those that were in Christ time.
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Christ is then crucified to thee when thou believest in Christ crucified.
christ is then Crucified to thee when thou Believest in christ Crucified.
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If we now by faith look to Christ crucified, and sent from his Father to take our nature on him, we have as much benefit by Christ as those that beheld him crucified.
If we now by faith look to christ Crucified, and sent from his Father to take our nature on him, we have as much benefit by christ as those that beheld him Crucified.
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As they before looked forwards by the eye of Faith, so we look backward, we have benefits by Christ, he is yesterday, to day, and the same for ever.
As they before looked forward by the eye of Faith, so we look backward, we have benefits by christ, he is yesterday, to day, and the same for ever.
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All the promises are yea in him, that is, they are constantly yea for all ages.All the promises Are yea in him, that is, they Are constantly yea for all ages.
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The promises of Christ as the spirits in the body they run through all ages of the Church.
The promises of christ as the spirits in the body they run through all ages of the Church.
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Without him there is no love, nor mercie, nor comfort from God: as I said before, God cannot look on our cursed nature out of Christ;
Without him there is no love, nor mercy, nor Comfort from God: as I said before, God cannot look on our cursed nature out of christ;
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therefore whosoever will apprehend any thing mercifull in God, must apprehend it in Christ the promised seed;
Therefore whosoever will apprehend any thing merciful in God, must apprehend it in christ the promised seed;
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All the promises in him are yea. He is called Logos, the Word, why is he so? both actively, and passively.All the promises in him Are yea. He is called Logos, the Word, why is he so? both actively, and passively.
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Actively, the Word, because how should we ever have known the mind in the breast of God hidden,
Actively, the Word, Because how should we ever have known the mind in the breast of God hidden,
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and sealed there, unlesse Christ had been the Logos, the Word? For a word is exprest from reason,
and sealed there, unless christ had been the Logos, the Word? For a word is expressed from reason,
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and there is a word that is essentiall, that is reason, Logos: and so the word coming from it, speech, the issue of reason.
and there is a word that is essential, that is reason, Logos: and so the word coming from it, speech, the issue of reason.
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So Christ is the essentiall Word by nature, and by office the Word to discover the inward will and purpose of God to us:
So christ is the essential Word by nature, and by office the Word to discover the inward will and purpose of God to us:
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All the promises of God are discovered by Christ, as the Angel of the Covenant.
All the promises of God Are discovered by christ, as the Angel of the Covenant.
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And passively he is the Word, Logos, of whom all the Prophets spake, as Peter saith, Act 3. who was fore-signified by all the types, as I shewed:
And passively he is the Word, Logos, of whom all the prophets spoke, as Peter Says, Act 3. who was foresignified by all the types, as I showed:
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Christ he is truly all in all. It is a comfortable way to study Christ this way:
christ he is truly all in all. It is a comfortable Way to study christ this Way:
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to see him, foretold in the Old Testament, and to see the accomplishment in the New:
to see him, foretold in the Old Testament, and to see the accomplishment in the New:
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to parallel the Old and New Testament; it is an excellent way of studying the Gosspel.
to parallel the Old and New Testament; it is an excellent Way of studying the Gospel.
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For we know men are delighted to know divers things at once, when a mans knowledge is inriched diverse waies at once it delights him:
For we know men Are delighted to know diverse things At once, when a men knowledge is enriched diverse ways At once it delights him:
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as when a man knowes the history of a thing and the truth with it: when he knowes a promise, and the truth:
as when a man knows the history of a thing and the truth with it: when he knows a promise, and the truth:
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a type, and the ttuth, how doth it delight! When a man sees the type in the Old, and the truth in the New:
a type, and the ttuth, how does it delight! When a man sees the type in the Old, and the truth in the New:
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the history there, the promise, and the accomplishment here, it is a wondrous delightfull thing.
the history there, the promise, and the accomplishment Here, it is a wondrous delightful thing.
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For why doth proportion delight the eye, but because it is an agreement of different things, a sweet harmony of different things? Why doth musick so please the ear? because it is a harmonie of different things.
For why does proportion delight the eye, but Because it is an agreement of different things, a sweet harmony of different things? Why does music so please the ear? Because it is a harmony of different things.
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When we see a type different from the truth performed, and a promise different from the performance,
When we see a type different from the truth performed, and a promise different from the performance,
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and yet a sweet agreement, from agreement a man is delighted.
and yet a sweet agreement, from agreement a man is delighted.
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A man is not delighted with colours at colours, but as they hold proportion with the rest of the body:
A man is not delighted with colours At colours, but as they hold proportion with the rest of the body:
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he is not delighted with a limb as a limb, but as it holds proportion with the man;
he is not delighted with a limb as a limb, but as it holds proportion with the man;
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if there be no proportion, and comelinesse, it delights not. So in this case it is good to consider both together.
if there be no proportion, and comeliness, it delights not. So in this case it is good to Consider both together.
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God therefore for this end and purpose would have truths conveyed in the Old Testament, by way of types,
God Therefore for this end and purpose would have truths conveyed in the Old Testament, by Way of types,
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and live and die so, and at the Day of Christ he will account him so.
and live and die so, and At the Day of christ he will account him so.
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and prophecies, and promises, that it might delight us now to hear them, and to study them the more: (for as I said) when we know many things at once, it is delightful.
and prophecies, and promises, that it might delight us now to hear them, and to study them the more: (for as I said) when we know many things At once, it is delightful.
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That is the reason why comparisons and allusions are so delightful, because we know the comparison,
That is the reason why comparisons and allusions Are so delightful, Because we know the comparison,
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and the thing to which it is compared. And that is the reason why our Saviour Christ, besides types, and figures, and promises,
and the thing to which it is compared. And that is the reason why our Saviour christ, beside types, and figures, and promises,
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and prophecies, is set out by whatsoever is excellent in nature in the Scriptures.
and prophecies, is Set out by whatsoever is excellent in nature in the Scriptures.
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There is nothing in nature that is excellent, but there is something taken from it to set forth the excellencie of Christ.
There is nothing in nature that is excellent, but there is something taken from it to Set forth the excellency of christ.
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He is the Sun of righteousnesse: he is the water, he is the way, he is the bread, he is the vine, he is the tree of Life.
He is the Sun of righteousness: he is the water, he is the Way, he is the bred, he is the vine, he is the tree of Life.
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Whatsoever is excellent in nature either in heaven or earth, it serves to set forth the excellencie of Christ,
Whatsoever is excellent in nature either in heaven or earth, it serves to Set forth the excellency of christ,
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why? to delight us, that we may be willing, and chearful to think of Christ;
why? to delight us, that we may be willing, and cheerful to think of christ;
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that together with the consideration of the excellencie of the creature, some sweet meditation of Christ, in whom all those excellencies are knit together, might be presented to the soul.
that together with the consideration of the excellency of the creature, Some sweet meditation of christ, in whom all those excellencies Are knit together, might be presented to the soul.
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When we see the sun, oft to think of that blessed Sun that quickens and enlivens all things,
When we see the sun, oft to think of that blessed Sun that quickens and enlivens all things,
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and scatters the mists of Ignorance. When we look on a tree, to think of the tree of righteousness;
and scatters the mists of Ignorance. When we look on a tree, to think of the tree of righteousness;
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on the way, to think of him the way: of life, of him that is the true life.
on the Way, to think of him the Way: of life, of him that is the true life.
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When we think of any thing that is excellent, think of Gods love in Scripture to set out Christ, that he would shadow him in all:
When we think of any thing that is excellent, think of God's love in Scripture to Set out christ, that he would shadow him in all:
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for he is the true Sun, all creatures must vanish ere long, and whatsoever is excellent in the creature,
for he is the true Sun, all creatures must vanish ere long, and whatsoever is excellent in the creature,
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and what will stand then? only he in whom all these excellencies are comprised in one;
and what will stand then? only he in whom all these excellencies Are comprised in one;
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All the promises in him are Yea and Amen. All the promises in him Are Yea and Amen.
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If this be true then, that the promise of Christ himself, (who is the chief good promised) is in the New Testament Amen, all of him is Yea and Amen, then comes this as a deducted truth, all other promises must needs be Yea, and Amen: for God, he that performed the grand promise in giving Christ in the fulness of time, will for Christs sake perform all other promises.
If this be true then, that the promise of christ himself, (who is the chief good promised) is in the New Testament Amen, all of him is Yea and Amen, then comes this as a deducted truth, all other promises must needs be Yea, and Amen: for God, he that performed the grand promise in giving christ in the fullness of time, will for Christ sake perform all other promises.
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Therefore the incarnation, the life, the death, and resurrection of Christ our blessed Saviour, it is a pawn and pledge to us of the performance of all things to come.
Therefore the incarnation, the life, the death, and resurrection of christ our blessed Saviour, it is a pawn and pledge to us of the performance of all things to come.
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God promised to the Jewes that they should come out of Babylon, he promised that he would deliver them from the enemy;
God promised to the Jews that they should come out of Babylon, he promised that he would deliver them from the enemy;
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and he usually prefixeth this promise. A Virgin shall conceive and beare a son, and to us a Child is borne, and a son is given:
and he usually prefixeth this promise. A Virgae shall conceive and bear a son, and to us a Child is born, and a son is given:
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to signifie that therefore they should have deliverance, because God would give them a better thing then that;
to signify that Therefore they should have deliverance, Because God would give them a better thing then that;
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he would give them Christ in whom all the promises are Yea and Amen: and because Christ should come of that people they should not miscarrie in captivity under their enemies;
he would give them christ in whom all the promises Are Yea and Amen: and Because christ should come of that people they should not miscarry in captivity under their enemies;
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for then how should Christ come of them?
for then how should christ come of them?
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Therefore because a Virgin should conceive, and because a Child shall be born, and a Son given, therefore you shall have outward deliverance.
Therefore Because a Virgae should conceive, and Because a Child shall be born, and a Son given, Therefore you shall have outward deliverance.
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All other things are Yea, and Amen for Christ, as St. Paul divinely reasons Rom. 8. If he spared not his onely begotten Son,
All other things Are Yea, and Amen for christ, as Saint Paul divinely Reasons Rom. 8. If he spared not his only begotten Son,
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but gave him to death for us all, how shall he not with him give us all things else? All other promises are made in Christ, and performed for him.but gave him to death for us all, how shall he not with him give us all things Else? All other promises Are made in christ, and performed for him.
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And since the grand promise it self is now Amen, that Christ is come, it is a pledge of all other things that are to come.
And since the grand promise it self is now Amen, that christ is come, it is a pledge of all other things that Are to come.
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Is Christ come in the flesh according to the promise? hath he done all,
Is christ come in the Flesh according to the promise? hath he done all,
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and suffered all according to the prophecies, as it was written of him? Then why shall we not look for the accomplishment of all that are to come, on the same ground? have we not a pledge? Why shall we not look for the resurrection of the bodie,
and suffered all according to the prophecies, as it was written of him? Then why shall we not look for the accomplishment of all that Are to come, on the same ground? have we not a pledge? Why shall we not look for the resurrection of the body,
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for the day of judgement, for the second comming of Christ? is not his first comming a pledge of it?
for the day of judgement, for the second coming of christ? is not his First coming a pledge of it?
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When God is become man, and was mortall, why should we doubt that man being mortall should be immortall? is not the greater performed already? Is it not a greater matter for God to become man,
When God is become man, and was Mortal, why should we doubt that man being Mortal should be immortal? is not the greater performed already? Is it not a greater matter for God to become man,
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and to die in our nature, then for we that are mortal to become immortall by Christ? Why should we not expect that which is to come since the greater is done? why should we doubt that we shall be taken up to God since he is come down to man? Therefore since it is upon the same ground let us look for the performance of all to be Yea, and Amen.
and to die in our nature, then for we that Are Mortal to become immortal by christ? Why should we not expect that which is to come since the greater is done? why should we doubt that we shall be taken up to God since he is come down to man? Therefore since it is upon the same ground let us look for the performance of all to be Yea, and Amen.
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Since the comming of Christ, many promises have been performed in the Church, and many yet remain:
Since the coming of christ, many promises have been performed in the Church, and many yet remain:
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Whereas now all that we have must be by promises, and all the promises we have are in Christ:
Whereas now all that we have must be by promises, and all the promises we have Are in christ:
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some have been performed, as the calling of the Gentiles, and the discovery of Antichrist foretold by Saint Paul, and the consuming of him in part. There is somewhat unfulfilled:
Some have been performed, as the calling of the Gentiles, and the discovery of Antichrist foretold by Saint Paul, and the consuming of him in part. There is somewhat unfulfilled:
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the conversion of the Jewes, the confusion of Antichrist, the resurrection to glory with Christ, &c. Why should we doubt of them that are to come, having such a pledge of truth of God and Christ in the reall performance of that which is past? Let us not doubt of it;
the conversion of the Jews, the confusion of Antichrist, the resurrection to glory with christ, etc. Why should we doubt of them that Are to come, having such a pledge of truth of God and christ in the real performance of that which is passed? Let us not doubt of it;
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for in Revelations 9. when he speaks of the destruction of Antichrist, It is done, it is done, saith the Angel.
for in Revelations 9. when he speaks of the destruction of Antichrist, It is done, it is done, Says the Angel.
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As Christ said when he was on the Crosse, all was finished:
As christ said when he was on the Cross, all was finished:
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so it is as true of his adversaries, all is done, it is as sure as if it were done already.
so it is as true of his Adversaries, all is done, it is as sure as if it were done already.
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Therefore the Church and people of God should comfort themselves for the time to come, in the destruction of the implacable malicious enemies of the Church, that glory in the flesh, that set up an outward Religion that is opposite to the power of Christ, that the time shall come that all shall be done to them,
Therefore the Church and people of God should Comfort themselves for the time to come, in the destruction of the implacable malicious enemies of the Church, that glory in the Flesh, that Set up an outward Religion that is opposite to the power of christ, that the time shall come that all shall be done to them,
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and that all other promises shall be finished:
and that all other promises shall be finished:
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for as in the first coming of Christ all was finished for the working of our salvation,
for as in the First coming of christ all was finished for the working of our salvation,
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so in his second coming there will be a time when it will be said, all is finished for the accomplishment of that which was done in his first coming.
so in his second coming there will be a time when it will be said, all is finished for the accomplishment of that which was done in his First coming.
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Therefore let us stablish our soules in the expectation of the blessed promises, for All the promises in Christ are Yea and Amen, and shall be for ever.
Therefore let us establish our Souls in the expectation of the blessed promises, for All the promises in christ Are Yea and Amen, and shall be for ever.
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All the promises are infallibly true as God and as Christ himself is true, Christ shall as soon fail,
All the promises Are infallibly true as God and as christ himself is true, christ shall as soon fail,
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and God shall as soon fail, as any promise that we have made us in the Gospel,
and God shall as soon fail, as any promise that we have made us in the Gospel,
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if we apprehend it in Christ, and believe it in Christ.
if we apprehend it in christ, and believe it in christ.
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Then here you see for the direction of our judgment, what to think of a rotten opinion that some have that are unacquainted with divine truth,
Then Here you see for the direction of our judgement, what to think of a rotten opinion that Some have that Are unacquainted with divine truth,
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and the alsufficiencie of Christ, and the mercy of God in Christ, that consider not the vilenesse of our nature,
and the All-sufficiency of christ, and the mercy of God in christ, that Consider not the vileness of our nature,
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and the infinite Majesty of God:
and the infinite Majesty of God:
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they will have the Gentiles saved by the light of nature, and the Jewes by the Law of Moses, and Christians by the Gospell of Christ:
they will have the Gentiles saved by the Light of nature, and the Jews by the Law of Moses, and Christians by the Gospel of christ:
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as if there were some other meanes to come to heaven, and to the favour of God, then by Christ.
as if there were Some other means to come to heaven, and to the favour of God, then by christ.
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they are all Yea in him: without him there is no intercourse between the Majestie of God and us:
they Are all Yea in him: without him there is no intercourse between the Majesty of God and us:
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Therefore, Act. 4. There is no name under heaven whereby we can be saved, but by the Name of Jesus.
Therefore, Act. 4. There is no name under heaven whereby we can be saved, but by the Name of jesus.
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Which not onely confutes the divellish opinion, & conceit that some have, but also the charitable errour of others that think the Heathens that never heard of Christ shall be saved;
Which not only confutes the devilish opinion, & conceit that Some have, but also the charitable error of Others that think the heathens that never herd of christ shall be saved;
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I leave them to their Judge.
I leave them to their Judge.
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We must go to the Scriptures, all the promises are in Christ, in him they are Yea, in him they are made, in him they are Amen, in him they are performed:
We must go to the Scriptures, all the promises Are in christ, in him they Are Yea, in him they Are made, in him they Are Amen, in him they Are performed:
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out of him we have nothing, out of the promises in him we have nothing.
out of him we have nothing, out of the promises in him we have nothing.
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How are we to magnifie God that we live in the sun-shine of the Gospel, that in Christ we have precious,
How Are we to magnify God that we live in the sunshine of the Gospel, that in christ we have precious,
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and rich promises? A precious Saviour we have, and precious faith to lay hold on him, and precious promises:
and rich promises? A precious Saviour we have, and precious faith to lay hold on him, and precious promises:
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all precious, both promises to be believed: and our Saviour in whom they are apprehended, he is a precious stone:
all precious, both promises to be believed: and our Saviour in whom they Are apprehended, he is a precious stone:
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and the faith that laies hold on him is precious.
and the faith that lays hold on him is precious.
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How are we to blesse God that we have these advantages? that we have Christ laid open,
How Are we to bless God that we have these advantages? that we have christ laid open,
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and precious, and rich promises, whereby we may have precious faith to lay hold on these precious promises? we are much to blesse God for it.
and precious, and rich promises, whereby we may have precious faith to lay hold on these precious promises? we Are much to bless God for it.
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Again, are all the promises of God in Christ and in him Yea, and Amen? This should direct us in our dealing with God, not to go directly to him, but by a promise:
Again, Are all the promises of God in christ and in him Yea, and Amen? This should Direct us in our dealing with God, not to go directly to him, but by a promise:
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and when we have a promise, look to Christ in whom it is performed.
and when we have a promise, look to christ in whom it is performed.
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Go to God in the blessed promises that we have for Christs sake that he would perform all.
Go to God in the blessed promises that we have for Christ sake that he would perform all.
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If we ask any thing of God in Chrsts Name, we shall receive it, because the promises are in him.If we ask any thing of God in Christ's Name, we shall receive it, Because the promises Are in him.
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If we thank God for any thing, it must be in Christ, for that we have in him.
If we thank God for any thing, it must be in christ, for that we have in him.
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What a comfort is this, that we may go to God in Christ, and claime the promises boldly:
What a Comfort is this, that we may go to God in christ, and claim the promises boldly:
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because we see out of the love he beares to Christ, he loves us, and hath made us promises in him,
Because we see out of the love he bears to christ, he loves us, and hath made us promises in him,
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and as verily as he loves him, so he loves us, and will perform all his gracious promises to us? If we lay fast hold on Christ, I say, he can as soone alter his love to Christ as to us;
and as verily as he loves him, so he loves us, and will perform all his gracious promises to us? If we lay fast hold on christ, I say, he can as soon altar his love to christ as to us;
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for the loves us with the same love that he loves Christ with, he loves us in his beloved. He hath blessed us with all spirituall blessings in him, he hath made us sons in him, that is the naturall Son;
for the loves us with the same love that he loves christ with, he loves us in his Beloved. He hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in him, he hath made us Sons in him, that is the natural Son;
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and as his love is unchangeable to his Son, so it is to us in Christ.
and as his love is unchangeable to his Son, so it is to us in christ.
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If a Princes, love to any man be founded and grounded upon the love he bears to his son,
If a Princes, love to any man be founded and grounded upon the love he bears to his son,
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if he loves his son he loves such a man because his son loves him: surely he may have great comfort that it it will hold;
if he loves his son he loves such a man Because his son loves him: surely he may have great Comfort that it it will hold;
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because his affection is naturall, and unalterable; he will alway love his son; therefore he will love him whom his son loves alway.
Because his affection is natural, and unalterable; he will always love his son; Therefore he will love him whom his son loves always.
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Now Christ is the Son of God, he loves us in his Son;
Now christ is the Son of God, he loves us in his Son;
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he hath given us rich promises in his Son. He hath given him, the first promise,
he hath given us rich promises in his Son. He hath given him, the First promise,
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and all other promises of forgivenesse of sins, and life everlasting in and through him.
and all other promises of forgiveness of Sins, and life everlasting in and through him.
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As long as he loves Chrst, he will love us, and as sure as he loves Christ, he will love us.
As long as he loves Christ, he will love us, and as sure as he loves christ, he will love us.
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Nothing in the world can separate his love from his own Son, and nothing in the world can separate Gods love from us,
Nothing in the world can separate his love from his own Son, and nothing in the world can separate God's love from us,
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because it is in his Son. Christ loves his mysticall bodie as well as his natural bodie:
Because it is in his Son. christ loves his mystical body as well as his natural body:
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and God loves the mysticall bodie of Christ, as he loves his naturall bodie:
and God loves the mystical body of christ, as he loves his natural body:
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he hath advanced that to glorie at his right hand, and will he leave his mysticall bodie the Church? will he not advance that? Doth he not love whole Christ? Yes, God loves whole Christ.
he hath advanced that to glory At his right hand, and will he leave his mystical body the Church? will he not advance that? Does he not love Whole christ? Yes, God loves Whole christ.
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Our nature that he hath taken to him, it is the chief thing, the most lovely thing in heaven or earth, next to God:
Our nature that he hath taken to him, it is the chief thing, the most lovely thing in heaven or earth, next to God:
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And he loves all that are in him, his mysticall body. For indeed he gave us to Christ, he hath sealed and anointed him;
And he loves all that Are in him, his mystical body. For indeed he gave us to christ, he hath sealed and anointed him;
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he is anointed by God the Father for us.
he is anointed by God the Father for us.
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Upon what an unchangeable, eternall ground is the love of God built, and the faith of a Christian? How can the gates of hell prevail against the Faith of a Christian,
Upon what an unchangeable, Eternal ground is the love of God built, and the faith of a Christian? How can the gates of hell prevail against the Faith of a Christian,
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when it carries him to the promises, and from the promises to the love of God,
when it carries him to the promises, and from the promises to the love of God,
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and from thence to Christ, upon whom the love of God is founded? Before the faith of a Christian can be shaken, the promises must be of no effect, they must be yea, and nay; and not yea; and if the promises be shaken, the Love of God must be uncertain, and Christ uncertain:
and from thence to christ, upon whom the love of God is founded? Before the faith of a Christian can be shaken, the promises must be of no Effect, they must be yea, and nay; and not yea; and if the promises be shaken, the Love of God must be uncertain, and christ uncertain:
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There is nothing in the world that is so firme as a believing Christian that casts himself on the promises, that are alway yea: and to make them yea, they are founded on Christ the Son of Gods love.
There is nothing in the world that is so firm as a believing Christian that Cast himself on the promises, that Are always yea: and to make them yea, they Are founded on christ the Son of God's love.
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Well, these promises comming from such love, may be ranked into diverse ranks:
Well, these promises coming from such love, may be ranked into diverse ranks:
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I will touch some of them, to shew how we are to carrie our selves, to make comfortable use of this, that All the premises are yea and amen in Christ.
I will touch Some of them, to show how we Are to carry our selves, to make comfortable use of this, that All the premises Are yea and Amen in christ.
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There are some universall promises, for the good of all mankind: as that God would never destroy the world again.
There Are Some universal promises, for the good of all mankind: as that God would never destroy the world again.
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Or promises that concern more particularly his Church.
Or promises that concern more particularly his Church.
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And those are promises either of outward things, or of spirituall, and eternall things, of Grace, and glory.
And those Are promises either of outward things, or of spiritual, and Eternal things, of Grace, and glory.
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Now for the manner of promising, they admit of this distinction: Now for the manner of promising, they admit of this distinction:
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All the promises that God hath made to us, either they are absolute without any condition, so was Christ.
All the promises that God hath made to us, either they Are absolute without any condition, so was christ.
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God promised Christ, let the world be as it will, Christ did, and would have come.
God promised christ, let the world be as it will, christ did, and would have come.
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And so the promise of his glorious comming, he will come, let men be as they will: there will be a resurrection.
And so the promise of his glorious coming, he will come, let men be as they will: there will be a resurrection.
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Some promises be conditional in the manner of propounding, but yet absolute in the real performance of them.
some promises be conditional in the manner of propounding, but yet absolute in the real performance of them.
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As for example, the promises of Grace and Glory to Gods children:
As for Exampl, the promises of Grace and Glory to God's children:
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the promise of forgivnesse of sins, God will forgive their sins, if they believe, if they repent:
the promise of forgiveness of Sins, God will forgive their Sins, if they believe, if they Repent:
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they are propounded conditionally, but in the performance they are absolute, because God performes the Covenant himself:
they Are propounded conditionally, but in the performance they Are absolute, Because God performs the Covenant himself:
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he performes our part and his own too.
he performs our part and his own too.
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For since Christ though he propounded the promises of the Gospel with conditions, yet he performes the condition;
For since christ though he propounded the promises of the Gospel with conditions, yet he performs the condition;
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he stirs us up to attend upon the meanes, and by his Spirit in the Word he works faith and repentance, which is the condition:
he stirs us up to attend upon the means, and by his Spirit in the Word he works faith and Repentance, which is the condition:
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faith and repentance is his gift. He writes his law in our hearts, and teacheth us how to love:
faith and Repentance is his gift. He writes his law in our hearts, and Teaches us how to love:
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So, though they be conditionally propounded, (for God deales with men as men by way of commerce;
So, though they be conditionally propounded, (for God deals with men as men by Way of commerce;
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he propounds it by way of Covenant and condition:) yet in the Covenant of Grace (which is truly a gracious Covenant) he not onely gives the good things;
he propounds it by Way of Covenant and condition:) yet in the Covenant of Grace (which is truly a gracious Covenant) he not only gives the good things;
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but he performs the condition, by the Spirit, working our hearts to believe and to repent.
but he performs the condition, by the Spirit, working our hearts to believe and to Repent.
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Again, there are promises not only propounded conditionally, of Grace, and comfort; but of outward things.
Again, there Are promises not only propounded conditionally, of Grace, and Comfort; but of outward things.
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All outward things are promised conditionally, as thus: God hath promised protection from contagious sicknesses, from war, and troubles.
All outward things Are promised conditionally, as thus: God hath promised protection from contagious Sicknesses, from war, and Troubles.
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Generall promises there are of protection every where.
General promises there Are of protection every where.
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Psal 91. God will be a hiding place, and he will deliver his Children, there are privative promises:Psalm 91. God will be a hiding place, and he will deliver his Children, there Are privative promises:
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and then positive promises, that he will do this and that good for them:
and then positive promises, that he will do this and that good for them:
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but these are conditional, so far forth as in his wise providence he sees it may serve spirituall good things, Grace, and the inward man:
but these Are conditional, so Far forth as in his wise providence he sees it may serve spiritual good things, Grace, and the inward man:
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for God takes liberty in our outward estate, and in our bodies to afflict them, or to do them good, as may serve the main.
for God Takes liberty in our outward estate, and in our bodies to afflict them, or to do them good, as may serve the main.
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For do what we will these bodies will turn to dust and vanity, and we must leave the world behind us;
For doe what we will these bodies will turn to dust and vanity, and we must leave the world behind us;
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but God looks to the main state in Christ, to the new Creature.
but God looks to the main state in christ, to the new Creature.
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Therefore as far as outward blessings may incourage us, and as far as deliverances may help the maine,
Therefore as Far as outward blessings may encourage us, and as Far as Deliverances may help the main,
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so far he will grant them, or else he denies them: he takes libertie in outward things.
so Far he will grant them, or Else he Denies them: he Takes liberty in outward things.
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Therefore that sort of promises they are conditionall, with exception of necessary affliction.
Therefore that sort of promises they Are conditional, with exception of necessary affliction.
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For we cannot have the blessings of this life, positive, or privative, we cannot be delivered alwaies, and have blessings:
For we cannot have the blessings of this life, positive, or privative, we cannot be Delivered always, and have blessings:
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but our corrupt nature is such, that except we have some what to season them we shall surfet of them, we cannot digest them,
but our corrupt nature is such, that except we have Some what to season them we shall surfeit of them, we cannot digest them,
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and therefore they are all with the exception of the crosse;
and Therefore they Are all with the exception of the cross;
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As Christ saith, he that doth any thing for him, he shall have an hundred-fold here: but with affliction and persecution;
As christ Says, he that does any thing for him, he shall have an hundredfold Here: but with affliction and persecution;
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he shall be sure of that, whatsoever else he hath: let him look for that.
he shall be sure of that, whatsoever Else he hath: let him look for that.
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All the crosses we have in the world, are to season the good things of this life.
All the Crosses we have in the world, Are to season the good things of this life.
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Many other distinctions and differences we might have to lay open the kinds of promises in Scripture:
Many other Distinctions and differences we might have to lay open the Kinds of promises in Scripture:
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but this shall suffice to give you a taste.
but this shall suffice to give you a taste.
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Now all these are made in Christ, and performed in Christ, so far forth as is for our good.
Now all these Are made in christ, and performed in christ, so Far forth as is for our good.
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Are all the promises of what kind soever, spirituall, or outward, temporall, and eternall, are they all made to us in Jesus Christ,
are all the promises of what kind soever, spiritual, or outward, temporal, and Eternal, Are they all made to us in jesus christ,
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and are they certain, Yea, and Amen in him? Then make this use of it, let us renew our former exhortation, get into Christ by all means:
and Are they certain, Yea, and Amen in him? Then make this use of it, let us renew our former exhortation, get into christ by all means:
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for out of him we have nothing savingly good.
for out of him we have nothing savingly good.
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But you will say, Doth not God do many good things to them that are out of Christ? doth not the rain fall upon the ill as well as the good? and doth not he fill the bellies of the wicked with good things? Yes he doth, he doth:
But you will say, Does not God do many good things to them that Are out of christ? does not the rain fallen upon the ill as well as the good? and does not he fill the bellies of the wicked with good things? Yes he does, he does:
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but are they blessings? no, they are not:
but Are they blessings? no, they Are not:
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but as God saith to Moses, If you do this, and this ill, I will curse you in your dough, I will curse you at home,
but as God Says to Moses, If you do this, and this ill, I will curse you in your dough, I will curse you At home,
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and abroad, I will curse you in your Children, &c. They are cursed in their blessings.
and abroad, I will curse you in your Children, etc. They Are cursed in their blessings.
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There is no man that is a carnall brutish man, but though he live, and have revenues and pleasures, he is cursed in his blessings:
There is no man that is a carnal brutish man, but though he live, and have revenues and pleasures, he is cursed in his blessings:
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For what? is he made for this life onely? no, he is but fatted on to the day of destruction; they are snares to him.
For what? is he made for this life only? no, he is but fatted on to the day of destruction; they Are snares to him.
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How do you know they are snares? because they make him secure, and careless of the worship of God:
How do you know they Are snares? Because they make him secure, and careless of the worship of God:
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they make him prophane, they make him despise the power of Religion; a man may see by his conversation they are snares;
they make him profane, they make him despise the power of Religion; a man may see by his Conversation they Are snares;
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they are not promises in Christ; for then they would come to him out of Gods Love.
they Are not promises in christ; for then they would come to him out of God's Love.
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Therefore get into Christ, rest not in any thing abstracted from Christ:
Therefore get into christ, rest not in any thing abstracted from christ:
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Let us not rest in any blessing, except we have it in Gods love in Christ.
Let us not rest in any blessing, except we have it in God's love in christ.
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And I may know that I have any thing in this world, any deliverance from ill,
And I may know that I have any thing in this world, any deliverance from ill,
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or any positive good thing from Gods love in Christ, if I have it with a heart wrought on to the best things, to value Christ,
or any positive good thing from God's love in christ, if I have it with a heart wrought on to the best things, to valve christ,
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and to account all dung in comparison of him. When I esteem my being in Christ above all beings, above being rich, or honourable, or in favour:
and to account all dung in comparison of him. When I esteem my being in christ above all beings, above being rich, or honourable, or in favour:
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alas, this I know is fading, but my being in Christ is Yea, and Amen, that will stand by me when all these beings will fail.
alas, this I know is fading, but my being in christ is Yea, and Amen, that will stand by me when all these beings will fail.
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This is comfortable, if I can do this, and have other things, I have them with the Love of God, and Christ.
This is comfortable, if I can do this, and have other things, I have them with the Love of God, and christ.
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Let us get into Christ therefore.
Let us get into christ Therefore.
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O, saith St. Paul, Philip. 3. I account all dung and drosse in comparison of Christ, not having my own righteousnesse,
Oh, Says Saint Paul, Philip. 3. I account all dung and dross in comparison of christ, not having my own righteousness,
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For this purpose attend upon the meanes of salvation, that the Word may be effectuall by his Spirit accompanying his own Ordinance, to open the excellencies of Christ to us, to make us love him,
For this purpose attend upon the means of salvation, that the Word may be effectual by his Spirit accompanying his own Ordinance, to open the excellencies of christ to us, to make us love him,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and get our affections into him. How are we in Christ? By knowing him; and then knowledge carries our hearts:
and get our affections into him. How Are we in christ? By knowing him; and then knowledge carries our hearts:
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For our wills cleave to that that we know to be excellent and necessary.
For our wills cleave to that that we know to be excellent and necessary.
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Christ is discovered as excellent and necessary, and so the will cleaves to him as a good so discovered;
christ is discovered as excellent and necessary, and so the will cleaves to him as a good so discovered;
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and the affections follow the will.
and the affections follow the will.
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When the will cleaves to Christ as excellent and necessary, then I love him, then I rest on him,
When the will cleaves to christ as excellent and necessary, then I love him, then I rest on him,
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then I have peace in him.
then I have peace in him.
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I may know that I am in Christ, upon my knowledge of him, and cleaving to him,
I may know that I am in christ, upon my knowledge of him, and cleaving to him,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and finding peace in my conscience. For he that is in Christ, hath rest: Faith in Christ hath a resting, stablishing power.
and finding peace in my conscience. For he that is in christ, hath rest: Faith in christ hath a resting, establishing power.
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If I be in Christ, my soule rests:
If I be in christ, my soul rests:
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for I know that all is Yea, and Amen in him. My soule rests in him, whatsoever I find in the world to unsettle me:
for I know that all is Yea, and Amen in him. My soul rests in him, whatsoever I find in the world to unsettle me:
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things are amisse, and otherwise then I would have them: but I rest in the Love of God in Christ.
things Are amiss, and otherwise then I would have them: but I rest in the Love of God in christ.
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Let us get into Christ by knowledge: Let the will follow that, and our affections follow that:
Let us get into christ by knowledge: Let the will follow that, and our affections follow that:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then we shall find the rest and peace that will secure us that indeed we are in Christ.
and then we shall find the rest and peace that will secure us that indeed we Are in christ.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Alas, what is a man out of Christ? as a man in a storme, that hath no cloathes to hide his nakednesse, to cover him from the violence of the storme;
Alas, what is a man out of christ? as a man in a storm, that hath no clothes to hide his nakedness, to cover him from the violence of the storm;
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As a man in a tempest, that is out of a house to hide him: As a stone out of the foundation, that is scattered here, and there as neglected:
As a man in a tempest, that is out of a house to hide him: As a stone out of the Foundation, that is scattered Here, and there as neglected:
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As a branch out of the Vine, out of the root, what shape is in such a branch? it will be cast into the fire afterwards.
As a branch out of the Vine, out of the root, what shape is in such a branch? it will be cast into the fire afterwards.
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A man out of Christ that is not cloathed with him, that is not built on him,
A man out of christ that is not clothed with him, that is not built on him,
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and settled on him, and planted in him, he is a man destitute. We pittie such mens cases in the World:
and settled on him, and planted in him, he is a man destitute. We pity such men's cases in the World:
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but if we had spirituall eyes to look on these men, on prophane civill wretches, that pride themselves in a little moralitie (and have scarce that perhaps,) and neglect grace,
but if we had spiritual eyes to look on these men, on profane civil wretches, that pride themselves in a little morality (and have scarce that perhaps,) and neglect grace,
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and the mystery of Christ, such a man deserves pittie: there is but a step between him and Hell, if he be out of Christ,
and the mystery of christ, such a man deserves pity: there is but a step between him and Hell, if he be out of christ,
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but to be found in him, having the righteousnesse of God in Christ. O happie man indeath, and at the day of judgement that is found in Christ,but to be found in him, having the righteousness of God in christ. O happy man indeath, and At the day of judgement that is found in christ,
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and not in himself, not in his own righteousnesse; though that there must be, not to give us title to heaven.
and not in himself, not in his own righteousness; though that there must be, not to give us title to heaven.
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The best thing is to be found in Christ, to have his righteousnesse, and obedience, that is so excellent that Saint Paul accounted all dung and drosse in comparison of that, to be found in that.
The best thing is to be found in christ, to have his righteousness, and Obedience, that is so excellent that Saint Paul accounted all dung and dross in comparison of that, to be found in that.
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Get into Christ by all meanes; for in him all the promises are Yea, and Amen, not out of him.
Get into christ by all means; for in him all the promises Are Yea, and Amen, not out of him.
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If so be all the promises be Yea, and Amen in Christ, then here again see the stabilitie of a Christians estate, that hath promises to uphold him, compare it with a man that hath present things onely, with an Esau that hath the things of this life.
If so be all the promises be Yea, and Amen in christ, then Here again see the stability of a Christians estate, that hath promises to uphold him, compare it with a man that hath present things only, with an Esau that hath the things of this life.
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The men of this world, as the Psalmist calls them, they have present things, they have performance;
The men of this world, as the Psalmist calls them, they have present things, they have performance;
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he gives them their portion here, as he saith to Dives, Thou hadst thy good; that which thou caredst for, thou hadst it here:
he gives them their portion Here, as he Says to Dives, Thou Hadst thy good; that which thou caredst for, thou Hadst it Here:
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and Lazarus had Pain, and miserie, and povertie here; now the case is altered, he is advanced, and thou art tormented.
and Lazarus had Pain, and misery, and poverty Here; now the case is altered, he is advanced, and thou art tormented.
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A Christian as a Christian he hath a great many promises, some of them are performed:
A Christian as a Christian he hath a great many promises, Some of them Are performed:
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for God is delivering him, and comforting him, and protecting him, and speaking peace to his conscience:
for God is delivering him, and comforting him, and protecting him, and speaking peace to his conscience:
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but the greatest part are yet to be performed, the perfection of Grace, and Glorie to come;
but the greatest part Are yet to be performed, the perfection of Grace, and Glory to come;
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he is a Child of the promise, a son of the promise, here is his estate.
he is a Child of the promise, a son of the promise, Here is his estate.
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Another man hath present payment, and that is all he cares for:
another man hath present payment, and that is all he Cares for:
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he hath something, and he swells in the conceit of that, that he is some bodie;
he hath something, and he Swells in the conceit of that, that he is Some body;
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What is the difference? what hath the one but a great deale of nothing? what saith Solomon that had tried all the world? All is vanity and vexation of spirit:
What is the difference? what hath the one but a great deal of nothing? what Says Solomon that had tried all the world? All is vanity and vexation of Spirit:
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all is uncertain, and we are uncertaine in the use of them, if we have no better life then the life of nature:
all is uncertain, and we Are uncertain in the use of them, if we have no better life then the life of nature:
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But the promises they are yea, they are certain, they contain undoubted certain good things, that will stick by us when all else will leave us.
But the promises they Are yea, they Are certain, they contain undoubted certain good things, that will stick by us when all Else will leave us.
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A Christian, take him, and strip him in your thoughts from all the good things in the world, he is a happier man then the greatest Monarch in the world out of Christ,
A Christian, take him, and strip him in your thoughts from all the good things in the world, he is a Happier man then the greatest Monarch in the world out of christ,
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why? He hath nothing but present things, with a great deale of addition of misery:
why? He hath nothing but present things, with a great deal of addition of misery:
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and his greatnesse makes him more sensible of his misery, it makes him more tender and apprehensive then other men.
and his greatness makes him more sensible of his misery, it makes him more tender and apprehensive then other men.
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The other he wants many comforts of this life, he wants the performance:
The other he Wants many comforts of this life, he Wants the performance:
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he is rich in bills and bonds, God is bound to him, he hath promised he will not forsake him; but he will be his God in life, to death, and for everlasting:
he is rich in bills and bonds, God is bound to him, he hath promised he will not forsake him; but he will be his God in life, to death, and for everlasting:
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he hath title to all the promises:
he hath title to all the promises:
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Godlinesse hath the promises of this life, and of that which is to come, 1 Tim. 4. Happie man, he hath so much performance for the present,Godliness hath the promises of this life, and of that which is to come, 1 Tim. 4. Happy man, he hath so much performance for the present,
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as is usefull for his safe conduct to bring him to heaven, he shall have daily bread:
as is useful for his safe conduct to bring him to heaven, he shall have daily bred:
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he that will give him a Kingdom, will not deny him bread: he that will give him a countrey, will give him safe conduct.
he that will give him a Kingdom, will not deny him bred: he that will give him a country, will give him safe conduct.
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And besides that he hath here by performance, he hath rich and precious promises, and they are all Yea and Amen, they are certain.
And beside that he hath Here by performance, he hath rich and precious promises, and they Are all Yea and Amen, they Are certain.
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His life is uncertain, his estate in the world is changeable here, his life is as a vapour:
His life is uncertain, his estate in the world is changeable Here, his life is as a vapour:
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and the comforts of life, are lesse then life: when life it self (the foundation of these comforts) is but a vapour,
and the comforts of life, Are less then life: when life it self (the Foundation of these comforts) is but a vapour,
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so uncertain, what are all the comforts of life? yet a Christian hath comfort here, the promises are invested into him,
so uncertain, what Are all the comforts of life? yet a Christian hath Comfort Here, the promises Are invested into him,
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and lodged in his heart, and made his owne by faith.
and lodged in his heart, and made his own by faith.
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Faith hath a wondrous peculiarizing vertue, it makes a man own that which is generally propounded in the Gospell.
Faith hath a wondrous peculiarizing virtue, it makes a man own that which is generally propounded in the Gospel.
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Now faith making the promises his own, and they are certain, a Christian take him at all uncertainties, he hath somewhat to build on, that is Yea, and Amen, that is undoubtedly constant and certain, that will stick by him when all things fail him.
Now faith making the promises his own, and they Are certain, a Christian take him At all uncertainties, he hath somewhat to built on, that is Yea, and Amen, that is undoubtedly constant and certain, that will stick by him when all things fail him.
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I speak this to commend the estate of a believing, repentant Christian, to make you in love with it.
I speak this to commend the estate of a believing, repentant Christian, to make you in love with it.
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In all the changes and varieties in this world a Christian hath somewhat to take to;
In all the changes and varieties in this world a Christian hath somewhat to take to;
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And likewise in all the dangers of this life he hath a rock to go to, a hiding place;
And likewise in all the dangers of this life he hath a rock to go to, a hiding place;
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God hath chambers of Providence, as it is, Isay 26. he bids the Church come into thy Chambers; God hath a hiding place,
God hath chambers of Providence, as it is, Saiah 26. he bids the Church come into thy Chambers; God hath a hiding place,
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What a blessed estate then is it to be in Christ, and to have promises in Christ to be protected and preserved here so as is for our good:
What a blessed estate then is it to be in christ, and to have promises in christ to be protected and preserved Here so as is for our good:
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and secret roomes to hide children in, when it is good for them, in the time of Pestilence and War, in the time of publike disturbance when there is a confusion of all things, Come into thy Chambers; God is a resting place,
and secret rooms to hide children in, when it is good for them, in the time of Pestilence and War, in the time of public disturbance when there is a confusion of all things, Come into thy Chambers; God is a resting place,
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and a hiding place, he is stiled so every where in the Psalmes, Psalme 18. My Rock, and my shield:
and a hiding place, he is styled so every where in the Psalms, Psalm 18. My Rock, and my shield:
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as if David had said, I have many troubles in the world, but in God is my defence:
as if David had said, I have many Troubles in the world, but in God is my defence:
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for he is my Rock, my Shield, and all: whatsoever is defensive, I have it in him.
for he is my Rock, my Shield, and all: whatsoever is defensive, I have it in him.
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What a comfort is this in all dangers? a Christian knowes either he shall be safe here or in heaven: and therefore he doth rest:
What a Comfort is this in all dangers? a Christian knows either he shall be safe Here or in heaven: and Therefore he does rest:
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He dewells in the secret of the Almighty, Psalme 91. that is, in the love, and the protection of God Almighty: He dewells in the secret of the Almighty, Psalm 91. that is, in the love, and the protection of God Almighty:
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and as Moses saith, Psalme 90. Thou art our habitation from everlasting to everlasting: that is, God is a dwelling place for him that builds on his promise:
and as Moses Says, Psalm 90. Thou art our habitation from everlasting to everlasting: that is, God is a Dwelling place for him that builds on his promise:
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for God and his Word are all one.
for God and his Word Are all one.
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Thou art our dwelling place, &c. He saw they dropped away in the wildernesse by the wrath of God,Thou art our Dwelling place, etc. He saw they dropped away in the Wilderness by the wrath of God,
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as we do now by the Pestilence, and Moses made that Psalme, he took occasion to meditate of the frailty of mans life.
as we do now by the Pestilence, and Moses made that Psalm, he took occasion to meditate of the frailty of men life.
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We are as grasse, as a tail that is told;
We Are as grass, as a tail that is told;
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but what is our estate in God, in the promises? Thou art our habitation from everlasting to everlasting.
but what is our estate in God, in the promises? Thou art our habitation from everlasting to everlasting.
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We dwell not long in the world, sicknesse may come and sweep us away, but thou art our habitation: we dwell in God when we are dead,
We dwell not long in the world, sickness may come and sweep us away, but thou art our habitation: we dwell in God when we Are dead,
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when we are out of the world; we dwell in God in Christ for ever. Our estate in Christ is an everlasting estate.
when we Are out of the world; we dwell in God in christ for ever. Our estate in christ is an everlasting estate.
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Therefore in Psalme. 112. the Psalmist saith of the righteous man there, That he is not troubled for ill newes.
Therefore in Psalm. 112. the Psalmist Says of the righteous man there, That he is not troubled for ill news.
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He is not senselesse, he is very sensible:
He is not senseless, he is very sensible:
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but yet notwithstanding he is not shaken from his rest, from his rock and stay for no ill newes,
but yet notwithstanding he is not shaken from his rest, from his rock and stay for no ill news,
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or tydings, why? The Psalmist gives the reason, his heart is fixed: upon what foundation? upon the promises, and providence of God:
or tidings, why? The Psalmist gives the reason, his heart is fixed: upon what Foundation? upon the promises, and providence of God:
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God hath promised to provide for him, he is his Father: and therefore he is not afraid of ill tydings.
God hath promised to provide for him, he is his Father: and Therefore he is not afraid of ill tidings.
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What are all beings in death, ifa man have not a more stable being in Jesus Christ?
What Are all beings in death, Ifa man have not a more stable being in jesus christ?
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and to have such a state in God for him to be our habitation, and hiding place from everlasting to everlasting? If our hearts be fixed here, let us hear of ill tydings, of war, of this sicknesse,
and to have such a state in God for him to be our habitation, and hiding place from everlasting to everlasting? If our hearts be fixed Here, let us hear of ill tidings, of war, of this sickness,
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and contagion, let it be what it will, if our hearts be fixed, blessed men are we.
and contagion, let it be what it will, if our hearts be fixed, blessed men Are we.
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But if we have nothing to take to when trouble comes, we are (as I said before) as a man in a storme without a hiding place.
But if we have nothing to take to when trouble comes, we Are (as I said before) as a man in a storm without a hiding place.
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Now every Word of God (saith the Ps• … lmist) is a tried Word,
Now every Word of God (Says the Ps• … lmist) is a tried Word,
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as silver tryed in the fire. as silver tried in the fire.
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The promises are tryed promises that we may rest on them, and as we are Christians what are we but men of promise? the best is behind,
The promises Are tried promises that we may rest on them, and as we Are Christians what Are we but men of promise? the best is behind,
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and what is our comfort in this world? God lets down his love to us in gracious promises;
and what is our Comfort in this world? God lets down his love to us in gracious promises;
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and he gives us a taste of the performance: as Children have somewhat of their inheritance in their nonage to keep them;
and he gives us a taste of the performance: as Children have somewhat of their inheritance in their nonage to keep them;
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so somewhat of heaven to comfort our soules we have, but the main is to come,
so somewhat of heaven to Comfort our Souls we have, but the main is to come,
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and the performance is left till then: therefore we cannot too much consider of this comfortable point.
and the performance is left till then: Therefore we cannot too much Consider of this comfortable point.
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Consider how many promises we have in the Word:
Consider how many promises we have in the Word:
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the certainty of them, that they are Yea, and Amen: and in whom they are founded, in him that is Amen himself;
the certainty of them, that they Are Yea, and Amen: and in whom they Are founded, in him that is Amen himself;
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for Christ is Amen, the true, and faithfull witnesse, Revel. 1. these are comfortable considerations.
for christ is Amen, the true, and faithful witness, Revel. 1. these Are comfortable considerations.
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Are the promises of God in Christ Yea, and Amen? Let us divide men who may make any use of them;
are the promises of God in christ Yea, and Amen? Let us divide men who may make any use of them;
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all men they are either such as are in Christ, or such as are not in Christ.
all men they Are either such as Are in christ, or such as Are not in christ.
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All the promises being made in Christ, what comfort or what good can those that are not yet in Christ have by the promises?
All the promises being made in christ, what Comfort or what good can those that Are not yet in christ have by the promises?
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I answer, till they be in Christ, none at all: for a man out of Christ is out of the favour of God;
I answer, till they be in christ, none At all: for a man out of christ is out of the favour of God;
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God cannot look on such a man but as the object of his wrath, and as fuell for his vengeance:
God cannot look on such a man but as the Object of his wrath, and as fuel for his vengeance:
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and therefore there is no hope for such a man till he be in Christ. All other things in the world cannot comfort such a man:
and Therefore there is no hope for such a man till he be in christ. All other things in the world cannot Comfort such a man:
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for (alas!) his being in the world, his being rich, his being in favour with such or such, what are they? fading beings, that fail,
for (alas!) his being in the world, his being rich, his being in favour with such or such, what Are they? fading beings, that fail,
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and himself with them, he stands on the Ice; they slip and he slips with them.
and himself with them, he Stands on the Ice; they slip and he slips with them.
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What comfort is there then for such a man by the promises in Jesus Christ?
What Comfort is there then for such a man by the promises in jesus christ?
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This, that while there is life, there is hope to get into Christ, and so to get interest in the promises:
This, that while there is life, there is hope to get into christ, and so to get Interest in the promises:
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for the promises are free, the word is Epangelia, free promise, it is not a promise on this or that condition:
for the promises Are free, the word is Evangelia, free promise, it is not a promise on this or that condition:
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but a free promise, out of meere love, a mercie.
but a free promise, out of mere love, a mercy.
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Then though thou be yet in the state of corruption in Old Adam, yet the promise is free.
Then though thou be yet in the state of corruption in Old Adam, yet the promise is free.
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But I have no worthinesse in me, thou wilt say: I have no faith, no grace in me at all.
But I have no worthiness in me, thou wilt say: I have no faith, no grace in me At all.
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But remember the promise is free, the condition is onely if thou wilt receive Christ, which is not properly a condition of worth in thee: But Remember the promise is free, the condition is only if thou wilt receive christ, which is not properly a condition of worth in thee:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is not propounded by way of condition of any worth, but thou must come with an empty hand, with a receiving hand:
it is not propounded by Way of condition of any worth, but thou must come with an empty hand, with a receiving hand:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as a man must let fall what he hath, before he can hold, and take any thing.
as a man must let fallen what he hath, before he can hold, and take any thing.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man must let go other things, he must let go his hold of the creature;
A man must let go other things, he must let go his hold of the creature;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he must not be so proud of the creature, and so confident in it as he was;
he must not be so proud of the creature, and so confident in it as he was;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he must see the emptinesse of the creature, and of all things in the world:
he must see the emptiness of the creature, and of all things in the world:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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thou must see that if thou be not in Christ, thou art a wretched, damned creature.
thou must see that if thou be not in christ, thou art a wretched, damned creature.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The hand of thy soul must be empty, and then a sight of thy unworthinesse is all that is required before thou come to Christ,
The hand of thy soul must be empty, and then a sighed of thy unworthiness is all that is required before thou come to christ,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the promises, a sight of thy unworthinesse and a comming to graspe with Christ and the promises;
and the promises, a sighed of thy unworthiness and a coming to grasp with christ and the promises;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for what is faith but a beggars hand, empty of all things, comming to receive a benefit? They are most unworthy that find themselves most unworthy.
for what is faith but a beggars hand, empty of all things, coming to receive a benefit? They Are most unworthy that find themselves most unworthy.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But you will say, the promise is made to the poor in spirit, and to those that hunger and thirst.
But you will say, the promise is made to the poor in Spirit, and to those that hunger and thirst.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is true, but it is by way of preventing an objection of these men that are cast down in the sight of their unworthinesse. It is true, but it is by Way of preventing an objection of these men that Are cast down in the sighed of their unworthiness.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As if Christ had said, You think these men the unworthiest men in the world, that are poore,
As if christ had said, You think these men the Unworthiest men in the world, that Are poor,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and hungry, and thirsty, you think you are destitute and have nothing;
and hungry, and thirsty, you think you Are destitute and have nothing;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but you are blessed, you have interest in Christ, and in the promises, they are for you.
but you Are blessed, you have Interest in christ, and in the promises, they Are for you.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let no man therefore be discouraged, the promises are free; therefore be not rebellious, stand not out against Gods command;
Let no man Therefore be discouraged, the promises Are free; Therefore be not rebellious, stand not out against God's command;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God layes a command upon thee, though thou be not in Christ, and hast no right to the promises, he laies a command on thee to believe.
God lays a command upon thee, though thou be not in christ, and hast no right to the promises, he lays a command on thee to believe.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Thou wilt ask, what ground, or title, or right hast thou to believe, to claim Christ and the promises?
Thou wilt ask, what ground, or title, or right haste thou to believe, to claim christ and the promises?
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This right thou hast, thou hast the offer of Gods love in Christ. And thou hast not onely Gods offer, but his command:
This right thou hast, thou hast the offer of God's love in christ. And thou hast not only God's offer, but his command:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God commands thee to do it, as St. John saith, he hath commanded us to believe in his Son Christ,
God commands thee to do it, as Saint John Says, he hath commanded us to believe in his Son christ,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as well as not to commit adultery, or murther:
as well as not to commit adultery, or murder:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and thou art guilty if thou break this command, as if thou break the other of murther or adultery.
and thou art guilty if thou break this command, as if thou break the other of murder or adultery.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And men that live under the hearing of the Gospell, they shall be damned more at the day of judgement for disobeying this command,
And men that live under the hearing of the Gospel, they shall be damned more At the day of judgement for disobeying this command,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for not receiving of Christ, then for the other; for the breach of all other commands may be forgiven if this were obeyed.
for not receiving of christ, then for the other; for the breach of all other commands may be forgiven if this were obeyed.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore there is an offer of Christ with a command to receive him, and a promise if thou receive him all shall be well, all thy sins shall be forgiven:
Therefore there is an offer of christ with a command to receive him, and a promise if thou receive him all shall be well, all thy Sins shall be forgiven:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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is not here incouragement enough?
is not Here encouragement enough?
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then there is an invitation, Come unto me all ye that are weary and heavy-laden.
And then there is an invitation, Come unto me all you that Are weary and heavy-laden.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And put case thou hast nothing, yet notwithstanding come and buy without silver, saith the Prophet.
And put case thou hast nothing, yet notwithstanding come and buy without silver, Says the Prophet.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If thou say thou hast nothing, yet all is free here, Come whosoever will, and drink of the water of life.
If thou say thou hast nothing, yet all is free Here, Come whosoever will, and drink of the water of life.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And he threatens damnation if thou wilt not, the wrath of God hangs on thee if thou do not come in.
And he threatens damnation if thou wilt not, the wrath of God hangs on thee if thou do not come in.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I but I am a sinner.
I but I am a sinner.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But where sin hath abounded, Grace shall more abound. So if a man stand out of Christ,
But where since hath abounded, Grace shall more abound. So if a man stand out of christ,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and come not in to him;
and come not in to him;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there are many incouragements for him to come, and terrible denunciations of wrath if he come not, the wrath of God hangs over his head;
there Are many encouragements for him to come, and terrible denunciations of wrath if he come not, the wrath of God hangs over his head;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for if he be not in Christ, he sinks into hell when this short life is ended.
for if he be not in christ, he sinks into hell when this short life is ended.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So there is this to incourage a man, there is Gods command, and his sweet invitation, Come unto me. And add to that his beseeching, We are Ambassadours in Christs Name, to beseech you to be reconciled to God, to come to Christ, to come out of the state of nature,
So there is this to encourage a man, there is God's command, and his sweet invitation, Come unto me. And add to that his beseeching, We Are ambassadors in Christ Name, to beseech you to be reconciled to God, to come to christ, to come out of the state of nature,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Be not afraid, God that calls us he will enable us. You have a promise of sufficiencie of gifts:
Be not afraid, God that calls us he will enable us. You have a promise of sufficiency of Gifts:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and out of the curse of God that you are under, to come out of the uncertain condition that the world affords:
and out of the curse of God that you Are under, to come out of the uncertain condition that the world affords:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we beseech you to be reconciled to God, to cast away your weapons whereby you are enemies to God:
we beseech you to be reconciled to God, to cast away your weapons whereby you Are enemies to God:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he seeks to you for your love.
he seeks to you for your love.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And if you have nothing, come and buy without money, have you a will to come? If you be besotted,
And if you have nothing, come and buy without money, have you a will to come? If you be besotted,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and will continue in your estate, then be damned, and rot in your estate: but if you will, come and drink of the waters of life freely.
and will continue in your estate, then be damned, and rot in your estate: but if you will, come and drink of the waters of life freely.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let none be discouraged, Christ and the promises are open to all.
Let none be discouraged, christ and the promises Are open to all.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore how will Gods vengeance be justified at the day of judgment, when these courses have been taken,
Therefore how will God's vengeance be justified At the day of judgement, when these courses have been taken,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and yet men will not come in? As Christ said to the Jewes, You will not believe in me, that you might have life.
and yet men will not come in? As christ said to the Jews, You will not believe in me, that you might have life.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Men will not, men are in love with the profits and pleasures, and fading things, they will not imbrace the promises that are Yea and Amen. It is nothing but wilfull rebellion that keeps men off, that rather then they will leave their sins,
Men will not, men Are in love with the profits and pleasures, and fading things, they will not embrace the promises that Are Yea and Amen. It is nothing but wilful rebellion that keeps men off, that rather then they will leave their Sins,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and come under the government of Christ, they will reject the offers of merey: if they cannot have Christ with their sins, away mercie.
and come under the government of christ, they will reject the offers of Mercy: if they cannot have christ with their Sins, away mercy.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If they can have him to lead them to hell, to swear, and cozen, &c. then welcome Christ;
If they can have him to led them to hell, to swear, and cozen, etc. then welcome christ;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if he will come on those tearms he is welcome, but rather then they will have him upon his own tearms, they reject him.
if he will come on those terms he is welcome, but rather then they will have him upon his own terms, they reject him.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So there is great reason for God to justifie the damnation of wretched hard-hearted persons, that rather then they will alter their course, they will reject mercy, and Christ, and all.
So there is great reason for God to justify the damnation of wretched hardhearted Persons, that rather then they will altar their course, they will reject mercy, and christ, and all.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If they may have half Christ they will:
If they may have half christ they will:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they will have him with mercie to forgive them, but they will not have whole Christ as a King to govern them.
they will have him with mercy to forgive them, but they will not have Whole christ as a King to govern them.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So there is ground for those that are not yet in the state of grace to come to Christ:
So there is ground for those that Are not yet in the state of grace to come to christ:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if they will receive him upon his own termes, to take him as a King as well as a Priest, to take him as a King to rule them,
if they will receive him upon his own terms, to take him as a King as well as a Priest, to take him as a King to Rule them,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as well as a Priest to reconcile them to his Father.
as well as a Priest to reconcile them to his Father.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Nay, God (as I said) in the Ministery intreats them to receive Christ, to cast away the weapons of their rebellion, to come under his government,
Nay, God (as I said) in the Ministry intreats them to receive christ, to cast away the weapons of their rebellion, to come under his government,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and all shall be well with them.
and all shall be well with them.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But for them that are in Christ, that have imbraced, and clasped him in some comfortable measure, what comfort is it for them that all the promises in Christ are Yea, and Amen?
But for them that Are in christ, that have embraced, and clasped him in Some comfortable measure, what Comfort is it for them that all the promises in christ Are Yea, and Amen?
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I answer, when we are once in Christ, & believe in Christ, all the Scripture speaks comfort to us;
I answer, when we Are once in christ, & believe in christ, all the Scripture speaks Comfort to us;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we come in, and receive him as he is offered upon his terms, to be our Governour, our King, our Priest, and Prophet;
if we come in, and receive him as he is offered upon his terms, to be our Governor, our King, our Priest, and Prophet;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then all the promises are Yea, and Amen to us. As for instance, forgivenesse of sins:
then all the promises Are Yea, and Amen to us. As for instance, forgiveness of Sins:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we receive Christ, God will forgive us our sins, and be reconciled to us for Jesus Christs sake;
if we receive christ, God will forgive us our Sins, and be reconciled to us for jesus Christ sake;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We have an advocate with the Father, and he is the propitiation for our sins. The blood of Christ shall cleanse us from all sins. We have an advocate with the Father, and he is the propitiation for our Sins. The blood of christ shall cleanse us from all Sins.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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These promises shall be Yea, and Amen to thee: if thy sins trouble thee, they shall be done away.
These promises shall be Yea, and Amen to thee: if thy Sins trouble thee, they shall be done away.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How many promises to this purpose have we of the forgivenesse of sins.
How many promises to this purpose have we of the forgiveness of Sins.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, if so be thou find want of Grace all the promises in Christ are Yea and Amen: he hath promised his holy Spirit to them that ask him, Luke 11. There is a promise shall be Yea, and Amen, if thou beg it.
Again, if so be thou find want of Grace all the promises in christ Are Yea and Amen: he hath promised his holy Spirit to them that ask him, Lycia 11. There is a promise shall be Yea, and Amen, if thou beg it.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He hath promised the fundamentall graces: He will put his fear in our hearts, that we shall never depart from him.
He hath promised the fundamental graces: He will put his Fear in our hearts, that we shall never depart from him.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He will teach us to love one another, you are taught of God to love one another.He will teach us to love one Another, you Are taught of God to love one Another.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He hath promised private blessings in this kind, to circumcise, and cut off the fore-skin of our hearts:
He hath promised private blessings in this kind, to circumcise, and Cut off the foreskin of our hearts:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If a naughty, and stonie heart vex thee, he will take away that, and give thee an heart of flesh, a tender heart.
If a naughty, and stony heart vex thee, he will take away that, and give thee an heart of Flesh, a tender heart.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So these promises in Christ shall be Yea, and Amen, if we apply, and believe them, to take away our corruption, and subdue that;
So these promises in christ shall be Yea, and Amen, if we apply, and believe them, to take away our corruption, and subdue that;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to give, and plant Graces, he hath promised to do this:
and to give, and plant Graces, he hath promised to do this:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore make use of them, not only of the promises of pardon and forgivenesse of sins, but of grace necessary.
Therefore make use of them, not only of the promises of pardon and forgiveness of Sins, but of grace necessary.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Art thou sensible of thy imperfections, that thou canst not go about the duties of Religion,
Art thou sensible of thy imperfections, that thou Canst not go about the duties of Religion,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and of thy particular calling? what saith Moses? Who gives a mouth? is it no tGod that gives a mouth? And, Be not afraid (saith Christ) you shall have speech, and a spirit given you that all shall not be able to withstand.
and of thy particular calling? what Says Moses? Who gives a Mouth? is it not tGod that gives a Mouth? And, Be not afraid (Says christ) you shall have speech, and a Spirit given you that all shall not be able to withstand.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If any man lack wisdom, let him ask it of God. If any man lack Wisdom, let him ask it of God.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If any man lack wisdom, to manage his affaires, to beare crosses and afflictions, let him ask it of God:
If any man lack Wisdom, to manage his affairs, to bear Crosses and afflictions, let him ask it of God:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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a rich promise in that kind.
a rich promise in that kind.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And so, art thou doubtful for the time to come what shall befall thee? God in Christ Jesus hath made a Promise, That where he hath begun, he will make an end, Philip. 1. 6. He that hath begun a good work will finish it to the day of the Lord.
And so, art thou doubtful for the time to come what shall befall thee? God in christ jesus hath made a Promise, That where he hath begun, he will make an end, Philip. 1. 6. He that hath begun a good work will finish it to the day of the Lord.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ is Alpha, and Omega too;
christ is Alpha, and Omega too;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and What shall separate us from the Love of God in Christ? Neither things present,
and What shall separate us from the Love of God in christ? Neither things present,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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nor things to come, nor any thing else: why? because it is the love of God in Christ.nor things to come, nor any thing Else: why? Because it is the love of God in christ.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Gods love is founded in Christ, and he will love thee eternally: There is a ground of perseverance.
God's love is founded in christ, and he will love thee eternally: There is a ground of perseverance.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore be sure to take in trust the time to come, as well as the present;
Therefore be sure to take in trust the time to come, as well as the present;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he will be thy God for the time to come, as well as for the present:
he will be thy God for the time to come, as well as for the present:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he will be thy God to death. Jesus Christ is yesterday, to day, and to morrow, and the same for ever.
he will be thy God to death. jesus christ is yesterday, to day, and to morrow, and the same for ever.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He was, and is, and is to come. He was good to thee before he called thee;He was, and is, and is to come. He was good to thee before he called thee;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is good to thee now in the state of Grace, and he will be for ever.
he is good to thee now in the state of Grace, and he will be for ever.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Why shouldest thou stagger for the time to come? Take in trust all that shall befall thee for the time to come,
Why Shouldst thou stagger for the time to come? Take in trust all that shall befall thee for the time to come,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as well as for the present: for he is Yea, and Amen himself, and all his Promises are Yea, and Amen.
as well as for the present: for he is Yea, and Amen himself, and all his Promises Are Yea, and Amen.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ is Amen, the true witnesse, Thus saith Amen, Rev. 1. and all his Promises are like himself, Amen.
christ is Amen, the true witness, Thus Says Amen, Rev. 1. and all his Promises Are like himself, Amen.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Oh but I may fall away, my grace is weak, I stagger often. But are the Promises founded upon thee? No, the Promises are founded in Christ.
O but I may fallen away, my grace is weak, I stagger often. But Are the Promises founded upon thee? No, the Promises Are founded in christ.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ receives Grace for thee, and he is a King for ever, and a Priest for ever to make intercession for thee, and he is faithful.
christ receives Grace for thee, and he is a King for ever, and a Priest for ever to make Intercession for thee, and he is faithful.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He is beloved for ever, and as long as he is beloved, thou shalt be beloved, because thou art in him.
He is Beloved for ever, and as long as he is Beloved, thou shalt be Beloved, Because thou art in him.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God is in Christ, and thou art in Christ, how canst thou miscarry? God is in Christ for ever, and thou art in Christ;
God is in christ, and thou art in christ, how Canst thou miscarry? God is in christ for ever, and thou art in christ;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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will he lose a limb? will he lose a member? No, the Promises in him are Yea, and Amen, and not in thee.
will he loose a limb? will he loose a member? No, the Promises in him Are Yea, and Amen, and not in thee.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And from the promises have a higher rise yet, go to him in whom they are made:
And from the promises have a higher rise yet, go to him in whom they Are made:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They are in thee Yea, and Amen, thou hast the benefit of them, because they are in him Amen first.
They Are in thee Yea, and Amen, thou hast the benefit of them, Because they Are in him Amen First.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I, but for the troubles of this world, for afflictions, and crosses, what promises have we to build on for them?
I, but for the Troubles of this world, for afflictions, and Crosses, what promises have we to built on for them?
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God in Christ is Yea, and Amen to us; and the promises are Yea, and Amen in that kind:
God in christ is Yea, and Amen to us; and the promises Are Yea, and Amen in that kind:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In all things necessary for this life, Heb. 13. Let yourconversation be without covetousnesse: for he hath promised, he will not fail thee, nor for sake thee.
In all things necessary for this life, Hebrew 13. Let yourconversation be without covetousness: for he hath promised, he will not fail thee, nor for sake thee.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is taken along from Joshuah's time:
It is taken along from Joshuah's time:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it was a promise made to Joshuah, and is enlarged to all Christians, He hath promised, he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee:
it was a promise made to Joshua, and is enlarged to all Christians, He hath promised, he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore Let your conversation be without covetousnesse.
Therefore Let your Conversation be without covetousness.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Insinuating the reason why men are covetous, because they do not trust that promise, I will not fail thee, nor for sake thee.
Insinuating the reason why men Are covetous, Because they do not trust that promise, I will not fail thee, nor for sake thee.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For if men in their calling as they should do, would trust in God, without putting forth their hands to ill meanes, their conversation would be without shifting, and covetousnesse.
For if men in their calling as they should do, would trust in God, without putting forth their hands to ill means, their Conversation would be without shifting, and covetousness.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore covetous men are faithlesse men, they believe not the Promise, that God will not fail them, nor forsake them;
Therefore covetous men Are faithless men, they believe not the Promise, that God will not fail them, nor forsake them;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for then they would not live by their wits, and by their shifts, but by faith in this very promise which is Yea, and Amen to all that believe it.
for then they would not live by their wits, and by their shifts, but by faith in this very promise which is Yea, and Amen to all that believe it.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God is a Sun and shield, Psal. 84. and no good thing shall be wanting to those that lead a godly life. God is a Sun and shield, Psalm 84. and no good thing shall be wanting to those that led a godly life.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Would you have more? he is a Sun for all good; he is a Shield to keep from all ill.
Would you have more? he is a Sun for all good; he is a Shield to keep from all ill.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I am thy buckler, and thy exceeding great reward, saith God to Abraham: I am thy buckler, to keep thee from all ill;I am thy buckler, and thy exceeding great reward, Says God to Abraham: I am thy buckler, to keep thee from all ill;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and thy exceeding great reward, to bestow all good: having these promises, why should we stagger;and thy exceeding great reward, to bestow all good: having these promises, why should we stagger;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they are Yea, and Amen in Christ: God is Al-sufficient in Christ.
they Are Yea, and Amen in christ: God is All-sufficient in christ.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For the issue in our labours, Oh, what will become of it? we take pains to no purpose, we rise early,
For the issue in our labours, O, what will become of it? we take pains to no purpose, we rise early,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and go to bed late, what will become of all in the issue? What saith Saint Paul? 1 Cor. 15. Be constant, alway abounding in the work of the Lord:
and go to Bed late, what will become of all in the issue? What Says Saint Paul? 1 Cor. 15. Be constant, always abounding in the work of the Lord:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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be ye abundant in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labour is not in vain in the Lord: be you abundant in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labour is not in vain in the Lord:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore abound you in the work of the Lord:
Therefore abound you in the work of the Lord:
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let the issue go to God, you have a rich promise, Knowing this, that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.
let the issue go to God, you have a rich promise, Knowing this, that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore you know, when Peter had fished all night, and had caught nothing; when Christ bids him cast the net into the Sea:
Therefore you know, when Peter had fished all night, and had caught nothing; when christ bids him cast the net into the Sea:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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saith he, We have fished all night, and catched nothing, to what purpose should I cast it? yet in thy Word, in thy command I will cast it;
Says he, We have fished all night, and catched nothing, to what purpose should I cast it? yet in thy Word, in thy command I will cast it;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he obeyed, and he drew so many, that the net brake again with the fish.
he obeyed, and he drew so many, that the net brake again with the Fish.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So, I say, it is thy command, Lord, that I should go on in the duties of my calling, that I should do that that belongs to me;
So, I say, it is thy command, Lord, that I should go on in the duties of my calling, that I should do that that belongs to me;
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and in well doing, to commit my self to thee as to a faithful Creator, and a gracious Redeemer,
and in well doing, to commit my self to thee as to a faithful Creator, and a gracious Redeemer,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to cast my self on thy Promises, do what thou wilt:
and to cast my self on thy Promises, do what thou wilt:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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you shall see then as the Apostle graciously speaks, Your labour shall not be in vain in the Lord. Cast your care on him: for he cares for you.
you shall see then as the Apostle graciously speaks, Your labour shall not be in vain in the Lord. Cast your care on him: for he Cares for you.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I but when we have done, there are so many imperfections cleave to that we do, that they discourage us. I but when we have done, there Are so many imperfections cleave to that we do, that they discourage us.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Why look, the Promise is Yea, and Amen for acceptance, a cup of cold water is accepted:
Why look, the Promise is Yea, and Amen for acceptance, a cup of cold water is accepted:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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offer that thou doest in the mediation of Christ: God will pardon that which is faulty, and accept that which is good.
offer that thou dost in the mediation of christ: God will pardon that which is faulty, and accept that which is good.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So we have Promises of acceptance in Christ, God will pardon, and spare us as a Father spares his child.
So we have Promises of acceptance in christ, God will pardon, and spare us as a Father spares his child.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Doth not a father accept the endeavour of his poor child, and pardon his weaknesse when he cannot do as he would? God looks on us as a Father on his children.
Does not a father accept the endeavour of his poor child, and pardon his weakness when he cannot do as he would? God looks on us as a Father on his children.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore let us not fear this, we have a promise of acceptance of what we do,
Therefore let us not Fear this, we have a promise of acceptance of what we do,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though it be weak, and maimed, and lame obedience. If we cannot do as much as others, yet bring two Turtles.
though it be weak, and maimed, and lame Obedience. If we cannot do as much as Others, yet bring two Turtle.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They that could not bring an Oxe, a great sacrifice; a lesse was accepted, two Pigeons:
They that could not bring an Ox, a great sacrifice; a less was accepted, two Pigeons:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if thou canst not do as much as others, a little sacrifice shall be accepted.
if thou Canst not do as much as Others, a little sacrifice shall be accepted.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Oh that we had faith, we might run through all the passages of our life, justification, sanctification, perseverance for the time to come;
O that we had faith, we might run through all the passages of our life, justification, sanctification, perseverance for the time to come;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the duties of our calling, the issue of our labours, whatever you can imagine.
the duties of our calling, the issue of our labours, whatever you can imagine.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is no passage of our life, but our soules would be supported, if we could think that these promises are Yea, and Amen in Jesus Christ.
There is no passage of our life, but our Souls would be supported, if we could think that these promises Are Yea, and Amen in jesus christ.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is no estate that we are in, but there are Promises made to it: we want no good, but we have a promise of supply:
There is no estate that we Are in, but there Are Promises made to it: we want no good, but we have a promise of supply:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we are under no ill, but we have a promise, either for the removall of it,
we Are under no ill, but we have a promise, either for the removal of it,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or for the sanctifying of it, which is better. We may enlarge it likewise to posterity:
or for the sanctifying of it, which is better. We may enlarge it likewise to posterity:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If the Promises in Christ be Yea, and Amen, that is, true to us, and to them that succeed us:
If the Promises in christ be Yea, and Amen, that is, true to us, and to them that succeed us:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for as I said, Christ is yesterday, to day, and the same for ever. He was yesterday to our ancestors; to day to our selves; to morrow, to our posterity.
for as I said, christ is yesterday, to day, and the same for ever. He was yesterday to our Ancestors; to day to our selves; to morrow, to our posterity.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore saith Peter to the believing Jewes, Act. 2. The Promise is made to you, and to your children;
Therefore Says Peter to the believing Jews, Act. 2. The Promise is made to you, and to your children;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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your children are in the Covenant, and God is the God of thee and of thy seed:
your children Are in the Covenant, and God is the God of thee and of thy seed:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For the Promises in Christ are Yea, and Amen: they are constant to us, and to our children, to the end of the world.
For the Promises in christ Are Yea, and Amen: they Are constant to us, and to our children, to the end of the world.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a comfort to parents that can leave their children no inheritance, they leave them God in Covenant,
It is a Comfort to Parents that can leave their children no inheritance, they leave them God in Covenant,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and he is a good portion: I will be thy God: for the grand promise is the promise of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
and he is a good portion: I will be thy God: for the grand promise is the promise of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God hath promised to be a Father, and the Father gives his Son, and the Father and Son give the Holy Ghost.
God hath promised to be a Father, and the Father gives his Son, and the Father and Son give the Holy Ghost.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Well then, God is the God of us, and of our children; he is the Father of us, and of our children:
Well then, God is the God of us, and of our children; he is the Father of us, and of our children:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ is the Christ of us and them; the Holy Ghost is the Spirit that sanctifies us and them.
christ is the christ of us and them; the Holy Ghost is the Spirit that Sanctifies us and them.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Is not this a comfort to those that can leave their children nothing else, that they leave them God in Covenant?
Is not this a Comfort to those that can leave their children nothing Else, that they leave them God in Covenant?
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And this is a comfort for children if they have good Parents, that they may say when they pray, O God of my father Abraham.
And this is a Comfort for children if they have good Parents, that they may say when they pray, Oh God of my father Abraham.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And as David, Psal. 116. I am thy servant, and the son of thy handmaid, I am thy servant my self,
And as David, Psalm 116. I am thy servant, and the son of thy handmaid, I am thy servant my self,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the son of one that was thy servant.
and the son of one that was thy servant.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Is not this a comfort to a Christian to say, I am thy servant, and the son of thy servant,
Is not this a Comfort to a Christian to say, I am thy servant, and the son of thy servant,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore there is a double bond why thou shouldest respect me? I cast my self on thee,
Therefore there is a double bound why thou Shouldst respect me? I cast my self on thee,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and I am the son of a believing father, of a believing mother.
and I am the son of a believing father, of a believing mother.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they are rich promises indeed, good promises;
they Are rich promises indeed, good promises;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Oh it is a blessed thing to be in Covenant with God, that those that can leave their children little else, can leave them a place in the Covenant by their own goodnesse, and faith.
O it is a blessed thing to be in Covenant with God, that those that can leave their children little Else, can leave them a place in the Covenant by their own Goodness, and faith.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Wicked Parents are cruel, they damn their own soules, and they are cruel to posterity.
Wicked Parents Are cruel, they damn their own Souls, and they Are cruel to posterity.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Jeroboam hurt his posterity more then all the world besides, for his sin God cursed his posterity, They walked in the wayes of Jeroboam. Jeroboam hurt his posterity more then all the world beside, for his since God cursed his posterity, They walked in the ways of Jeroboam.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God many times will not punish men themselves, but their posterity. Wicked Kings, God spares them themselves sometimes, but he punisheth their posterity.
God many times will not Punish men themselves, but their posterity. Wicked Kings, God spares them themselves sometime, but he Punisheth their posterity.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Jeroboam was spared for his own life, but his posterity was punished: when wicked men dye, others applaud their wisdome;Jeroboam was spared for his own life, but his posterity was punished: when wicked men die, Others applaud their Wisdom;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they dye thus and thus, &c. and their posterity applaud their wisdome: God therefore curseth their posterity, walking in their wayes.
they die thus and thus, etc. and their posterity applaud their Wisdom: God Therefore Curseth their posterity, walking in their ways.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Jeroboam's children I say, had cause to curse their father; they had a prejudice in his example:Jeroboam's children I say, had cause to curse their father; they had a prejudice in his Exampl:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they thought him a very wise man, that by setting up the Calves he could make such a rent,
they Thought him a very wise man, that by setting up the Calves he could make such a rend,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but it turned to their destruction. I say, parents are cruel to posterity: for God revengeth their sins on their posterity.
but it turned to their destruction. I say, Parents Are cruel to posterity: for God revenges their Sins on their posterity.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let this be a strong motive to men to believe in Christ, that they may leave a good posterity, a posterity in Covenant with God.
Let this be a strong motive to men to believe in christ, that they may leave a good posterity, a posterity in Covenant with God.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Men are very Atheists in this point:
Men Are very Atheists in this point:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for they are more careful a great deal to leave them rich, to leave them great, then to leave them good;
for they Are more careful a great deal to leave them rich, to leave them great, then to leave them good;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so they leave them a little goods perhaps, but they leave the curse and vengeance of God with it.
and so they leave them a little goods perhaps, but they leave the curse and vengeance of God with it.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I beseech you therefore enlarge this comfort, that the Promises of God concerning all good things are made in Christ, they are Yea, and Amen to our selves,
I beseech you Therefore enlarge this Comfort, that the Promises of God Concerning all good things Are made in christ, they Are Yea, and Amen to our selves,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to all ours, to our posterity.
and to all ours, to our posterity.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Thus I have laboured to lay open a little to you the Promises, you may enlarge them your selves: Therefore take this course,
Thus I have laboured to lay open a little to you the Promises, you may enlarge them your selves: Therefore take this course,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First, consider your present estate, if you would make use of this portion, it is our portion, our best inheritance are the Promises,
First, Consider your present estate, if you would make use of this portion, it is our portion, our best inheritance Are the Promises,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and indeed they are a good childs portion;
and indeed they Are a good child's portion;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though the world take all from us, though God strip us of all, if he leave us his Promises we are rich men.
though the world take all from us, though God strip us of all, if he leave us his Promises we Are rich men.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but how shall I know they shall be performed? in whom are they made? In whom! God loves thee in Christ.
but how shall I know they shall be performed? in whom Are they made? In whom! God loves thee in christ.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore the Psalmist calls them his portion, and his inheritance; and indeed so they are: because they are so many bonds whereby God is bound to us; they are so many obligations.
Therefore the Psalmist calls them his portion, and his inheritance; and indeed so they Are: Because they Are so many bonds whereby God is bound to us; they Are so many obligations.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And if a wretched exacting man think himself as rich as he hath bonds, though he have not a penny in his purse: (He that hath a thousand pound in bonds, thinks himself richer then he that hath an hundred pounds in money,
And if a wretched exacting man think himself as rich as he hath bonds, though he have not a penny in his purse: (He that hath a thousand pound in bonds, thinks himself Richer then he that hath an hundred pounds in money,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and he thinks he hath reason to be so, because he hath good security.) Certainly, a Christian that hath rich faith in the rich promises, he is a rich man,
and he thinks he hath reason to be so, Because he hath good security.) Certainly, a Christian that hath rich faith in the rich promises, he is a rich man,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because he hath many bonds, and when he pleaseth he can sue his bonds, and God is well pleased with it.
Because he hath many bonds, and when he Pleases he can sue his bonds, and God is well pleased with it.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore indeed there is little difference between a Christian in poverty, and a rich Christian;
Therefore indeed there is little difference between a Christian in poverty, and a rich Christian;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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onely the one hath more for the present, but God is the riches of the other.
only the one hath more for the present, but God is the riches of the other.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As for a worldling, he hath but a Cistern when he hath most, the other hath the spring, he hath God in Covenant, and Gods promises.
As for a worldling, he hath but a Cistern when he hath most, the other hath the spring, he hath God in Covenant, and God's promises.
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Let us therefore consider every day the exigents we are in, whether in want of grace,
Let us Therefore Consider every day the exigents we Are in, whither in want of grace,
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or want of assistance, and necessaries, or want of comfort;
or want of assistance, and necessaries, or want of Comfort;
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and according to that let us consider what we are to do, are we at our wits end now? is there no hope for this in Israel? Yes, God hath left us rich and precious promises, let us look to them.
and according to that let us Consider what we Are to do, Are we At our wits end now? is there no hope for this in Israel? Yes, God hath left us rich and precious promises, let us look to them.
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In the next place then, from our wants look to the Promises, and proportion the promises to our wants, ranck the promises, it were a good work.
In the next place then, from our Wants look to the Promises, and proportion the promises to our Wants, rank the promises, it were a good work.
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Oh, that we should have so many promises, and yet have them to seek when the Devil besiegeth us:
O, that we should have so many promises, and yet have them to seek when the devil besiegeth us:
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he layeth siege to shake our consciences, and we are to seek in the time of temptation.
he Layeth siege to shake our Consciences, and we Are to seek in the time of temptation.
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Let us remember the promises answerable to our necessities. If we be troubled with sin, call to mind the promise of forgivenesse.
Let us Remember the promises answerable to our necessities. If we be troubled with since, call to mind the promise of forgiveness.
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If we be troubled with want, call to mind the promise of supply.
If we be troubled with want, call to mind the promise of supply.
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If we be troubled with fear for the time to come, call to mind the Covenant of grace, the marriage for everlasting;
If we be troubled with Fear for the time to come, call to mind the Covenant of grace, the marriage for everlasting;
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God whom he loves, he loves to the end. God whom he loves, he loves to the end.
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God loves us in Christ, he loves Christ for ever, therefore he will love us for ever.
God loves us in christ, he loves christ for ever, Therefore he will love us for ever.
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So, as I said before, suit the promises to our present estate.
So, as I said before, suit the promises to our present estate.
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they are true to one as well as another:
they Are true to one as well as Another:
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What is he? God, and man: he is God, and therefore able to perform them:
What is he? God, and man: he is God, and Therefore able to perform them:
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he is man, and therefore he loves thee as his own flesh, and therefore he will perform them.
he is man, and Therefore he loves thee as his own Flesh, and Therefore he will perform them.
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He is the Son of Gods love, God for his sake as Mediatour will perform them:
He is the Son of God's love, God for his sake as Mediator will perform them:
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heaven and earth shall conspire for thy good, rather then thou shalt misse of the performance of the least promise.
heaven and earth shall conspire for thy good, rather then thou shalt miss of the performance of the least promise.
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Therefore from thy wants go to the promises, and from the promises go to Christ, and consider him, he is anointed of God for thee:
Therefore from thy Wants go to the promises, and from the promises go to christ, and Consider him, he is anointed of God for thee:
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he is anointed that he might be thy Christ, and thy Jesus, that he might be thy Saviour, Immanuel, God with us, that he might reconcile God and us, that in office he might be so, that he might bring God and us together, Consider him.
he is anointed that he might be thy christ, and thy jesus, that he might be thy Saviour, Immanuel, God with us, that he might reconcile God and us, that in office he might be so, that he might bring God and us together, Consider him.
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And then go to God, and consider what relation in Jesus Christ God hath put upon him.
And then go to God, and Consider what Relation in jesus christ God hath put upon him.
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In Christ God is a Father, and what can a Father deny to his adopted son in Christ, whom he looks on in his natural Son Christ?
In christ God is a Father, and what can a Father deny to his adopted son in christ, whom he looks on in his natural Son christ?
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Yea, and to settle our minds the more, let us consider the relations that God and Christ have put upon them,
Yea, and to settle our minds the more, let us Consider the relations that God and christ have put upon them,
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and the relations we stand in;
and the relations we stand in;
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and the many promises we have in Christ, who is anointed, and sealed by God the Father to be our Saviour,
and the many promises we have in christ, who is anointed, and sealed by God the Father to be our Saviour,
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and to bestow good upon us. God is become our Father;
and to bestow good upon us. God is become our Father;
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what a world of promises is in that word Father? what will a father deny to his son? What if God had not left particular promises in Scripture,
what a world of promises is in that word Father? what will a father deny to his son? What if God had not left particular promises in Scripture,
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if he had left but the relation of a Father, it had been promise enough, what can a father deny his child?
if he had left but the Relation of a Father, it had been promise enough, what can a father deny his child?
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And then Christ, what relation hath he taken on him? he is our Husband:
And then christ, what Relation hath he taken on him? he is our Husband:
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what a world of promises is there in that? what can a loving husband deny his spouse, that he hath given himself for? what a world of promises is there in that? what can a loving husband deny his spouse, that he hath given himself for?
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He hath taken upon him to be our head, what want of influence can there be from such a head, that hath taken all upon him for the body? the head sees,
He hath taken upon him to be our head, what want of influence can there be from such a head, that hath taken all upon him for the body? the head sees,
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and hears, and doth all for the body; so Christ heares, and sees, and doth all for us.
and hears, and does all for the body; so christ hears, and sees, and does all for us.
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What a world of promises is in this relation of a head, if there were no particular promise?
What a world of promises is in this Relation of a head, if there were no particular promise?
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Again, Christ stiles himself sweetly our brother:
Again, christ stile himself sweetly our brother:
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And no otherwise? Alas, it will never hold out; there will be a falling away:
And no otherwise? Alas, it will never hold out; there will be a falling away:
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what a world of promises are in these relations? God the Father is ours, Christ is ours:
what a world of promises Are in these relations? God the Father is ours, christ is ours:
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here is the grand Promise, I will be your God, and will give you my Son.
Here is the grand Promise, I will be your God, and will give you my Son.
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And then in the third place, he hath promised his Spirit; he will give his Spirit to them that beg him:
And then in the third place, he hath promised his Spirit; he will give his Spirit to them that beg him:
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what a world of Promises is in that promise of the Spirit? It is a comforting Spirit, a sanctifying Spirit, a quickening Spirit, a strengthening Spirit, all is in the Spirit.
what a world of Promises is in that promise of the Spirit? It is a comforting Spirit, a sanctifying Spirit, a quickening Spirit, a strengthening Spirit, all is in the Spirit.
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As our soul doth all that the body doth:
As our soul does all that the body does:
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so it is by vertue of the Spirit, all the grace, and all the comfort we have.
so it is by virtue of the Spirit, all the grace, and all the Comfort we have.
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God hath promised himself, and Christ, and the Spirit, the whole Trinity. There is the grand Promise, I will be your God, Christ shall be your Christ,
God hath promised himself, and christ, and the Spirit, the Whole Trinity. There is the grand Promise, I will be your God, christ shall be your christ,
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and I will give you my Spirit.
and I will give you my Spirit.
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If we had not other promises, what a world of comfort have we in these?
If we had not other promises, what a world of Comfort have we in these?
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Now in what relation stand we to these? We are children, we are heires, we are Temples of the Holy Ghost, &c. put case our memories do not serve to call to mind particular promises, in the time of trouble.
Now in what Relation stand we to these? We Are children, we Are Heirs, we Are Temples of the Holy Ghost, etc. put case our memories do not serve to call to mind particular promises, in the time of trouble.
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Consider in Christ how God loves thee, he is thy God in Christ: how Christ loves thee, he hath taken thy nature on him to be thy husband;
Consider in christ how God loves thee, he is thy God in christ: how christ loves thee, he hath taken thy nature on him to be thy husband;
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he makes love to thee, and desires thee to be reconciled.
he makes love to thee, and Desires thee to be reconciled.
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And the Spirit is given thee by Christ, he hath promised to give him if thou ask him, the holy Spirit is the Spirit of Promise. Think therefore of the general, of the Covenant of grace;
And the Spirit is given thee by christ, he hath promised to give him if thou ask him, the holy Spirit is the Spirit of Promise. Think Therefore of the general, of the Covenant of grace;
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and these relations that have the force of promises; for sometimes particular promises may not come to our mind perhaps;
and these relations that have the force of promises; for sometime particular promises may not come to our mind perhaps;
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and these will stablish a man against the gates of hell, and against all particular temptations.
and these will establish a man against the gates of hell, and against all particular temptations.
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This course we ought to take then to feed our thoughts with the promises: the promises are the food of faith:
This course we ought to take then to feed our thoughts with the promises: the promises Are the food of faith:
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let not our faith languish and famish for want, for want of meditations of God, and Christ, what relations they have put upon them;
let not our faith languish and famish for want, for want of meditations of God, and christ, what relations they have put upon them;
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and for want of meditating on particular promises in all kinds.
and for want of meditating on particular promises in all Kinds.
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How well thriving might our faith be, if we would oft think of these things?
How well thriving might our faith be, if we would oft think of these things?
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And to make us the more to think of these things, consider, that all other things,
And to make us the more to think of these things, Consider, that all other things,
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we do not only receive in the Sacraments, but we yield, we bind our selves to God.
we do not only receive in the Sacraments, but we yield, we bind our selves to God.
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alas, what are they, when we have not a promise of them in Christ? They are all vain, fading things, they will all come to nothing.
alas, what Are they, when we have not a promise of them in christ? They Are all vain, fading things, they will all come to nothing.
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That which we have by promise, grace, and comfort, and glory, they are ours for ever.
That which we have by promise, grace, and Comfort, and glory, they Are ours for ever.
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God is ours for ever, Christ is ours for ever, the Spirit is ours for ever, the relations we are in are for ever;
God is ours for ever, christ is ours for ever, the Spirit is ours for ever, the relations we Are in Are for ever;
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all other things are nothing, they will come to nothing ere long. This course we ought to take then, that we may have comfort by the Promises.
all other things Are nothing, they will come to nothing ere long. This course we ought to take then, that we may have Comfort by the Promises.
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Again, in the next place, if we look to the kinds of the promises, whether to the promises for this life, or the promises of Grace.
Again, in the next place, if we look to the Kinds of the promises, whither to the promises for this life, or the promises of Grace.
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If they be promises of this life, take heed we abuse not our selves in them.
If they be promises of this life, take heed we abuse not our selves in them.
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There have been grosse miscarriages even from the beginning of the world, & will be to the end of the world in the false application of outward promises. There have been gross miscarriages even from the beginning of the world, & will be to the end of the world in the false application of outward promises.
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We see the Jews cryed, The Temple of the Lord, the Temple of the Loed, as if God had tied himself to that by a perpetual promise:
We see the jews cried, The Temple of the Lord, the Temple of the Lord, as if God had tied himself to that by a perpetual promise:
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Trust not to lying words, saith the Prophet, you think you are Gods people, and that he will alwayes keep you out of captivity, challenge not temporal promises without reservation,Trust not to lying words, Says the Prophet, you think you Are God's people, and that he will always keep you out of captivity, challenge not temporal promises without reservation,
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and subjection to Gods will, as he shall see goood. Babylon saith, I sit as a Queen, and I shall for ever.
and subjection to God's will, as he shall see good. Babylon Says, I fit as a Queen, and I shall for ever.
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So mystical Babylon in the Revelation saith, I sit as a Queen, till her Judgment and destruction come in one day;
So mystical Babylon in the Revelation Says, I fit as a Queen, till her Judgement and destruction come in one day;
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because she trusted to her present temporal estate.
Because she trusted to her present temporal estate.
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Let no man promise himself that that God doth not promise in his Word, immunity from the crosse:
Let no man promise himself that that God does not promise in his Word, immunity from the cross:
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for whatsoever Promise of protection, and provision we have, all is with the exception of the Crosse:
for whatsoever Promise of protection, and provision we have, all is with the exception of the Cross:
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remember therefore to construc the Promises aright.
Remember Therefore to construc the Promises aright.
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Then again, another rule about the Promises is, That it is usual with God to perform them in a wonderful manner, that men know not how:
Then again, Another Rule about the Promises is, That it is usual with God to perform them in a wondered manner, that men know not how:
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he doth perform them notwithstanding: (take that for a rule) How is that? As Luther was wont to say, Gods carriage is by contrary meanes; he performs them wonderfully.
he does perform them notwithstanding: (take that for a Rule) How is that? As Luther was wont to say, God's carriage is by contrary means; he performs them wonderfully.
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He promised Abraham a child, but his body was dead in a manner first, and Sarah's womb.
He promised Abraham a child, but his body was dead in a manner First, and Sarah's womb.
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He promised Joseph to raise him up so high; but alas, the iron entred into his soul first.
He promised Joseph to raise him up so high; but alas, the iron entered into his soul First.
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He promised that Christ should come, but all was desperate first, The Scepter was departed from Judah. So he hath promised, that we shall rise from the dead,
He promised that christ should come, but all was desperate First, The Sceptre was departed from Judah. So he hath promised, that we shall rise from the dead,
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but we must rot in our graves first.
but we must rot in our graves First.
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He hath promised forgivenesse of sins, that he will be mercifull to us, but he will waken our consciences to see our desperate estate, that we are forlorn creatures first,
He hath promised forgiveness of Sins, that he will be merciful to us, but he will waken our Consciences to see our desperate estate, that we Are forlorn creatures First,
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and unworthy of any respect from him.
and unworthy of any respect from him.
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He hath promised us happinesse, we that are Christians are the happiest creatures in the world,
He hath promised us happiness, we that Are Christians Are the Happiest creatures in the world,
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yet in the sense and eye of the world for the present we are the most forlorn creatures that are:
yet in the sense and eye of the world for the present we Are the most forlorn creatures that Are:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet he performes his promise with comfort here, and at last will fully manifest his love to us.
yet he performs his promise with Comfort Here, and At last will Fully manifest his love to us.
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So at the last his Promises shall be wonderfully performed. God doth not perform his Promises according to humane policy;
So At the last his Promises shall be wonderfully performed. God does not perform his Promises according to humane policy;
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he will not do thus, because we look he should do thus and thus: he will crosse our expectation, and yet perform his promise.
he will not do thus, Because we look he should do thus and thus: he will cross our expectation, and yet perform his promise.
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Saint Paul looked to come to Rome, but he thought not of coming to Cesar by whipping, and perill, and ship wrack.
Saint Paul looked to come to Room, but he Thought not of coming to Cesar by whipping, and peril, and ship wrack.
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Moses knew he should come to see Canaan, did he think to have such a conflict in the Wildernesse? alas, he thought not of it.Moses knew he should come to see Canaan, did he think to have such a conflict in the Wilderness? alas, he Thought not of it.
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God doth wondrous strangely perform his Promises, by contraries; he crosseth our imaginations and conceits directly, and yet he is true of his promise.
God does wondrous strangely perform his Promises, by contraries; he Crosseth our Imaginations and conceits directly, and yet he is true of his promise.
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Another branch of this is, That though Gods Promises be Yea, and Amen in his time,
another branch of this is, That though God's Promises be Yea, and Amen in his time,
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yet he usually defers his promises for a time, and why? Among many other reasons, To mortifie self-confidence, to fit us for his blessings:
yet he usually defers his promises for a time, and why? Among many other Reasons, To mortify self-confidence, to fit us for his blessings:
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for except he deferred them, we should not be fit for them: he defers them, that we may be fitted for them long before they come;
for except he deferred them, we should not be fit for them: he defers them, that we may be fitted for them long before they come;
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That we might mortifie self-confidence, to see that he immediately and graciously performs his promise.
That we might mortify self-confidence, to see that he immediately and graciously performs his promise.
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And in the mean time to exercise faith, and repentance, and desire, and prayer, therefore he defers them;
And in the mean time to exercise faith, and Repentance, and desire, and prayer, Therefore he defers them;
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but yet they are Amen at last, though he defer. Gods time is better then ours, he knowes better then we:
but yet they Are Amen At last, though he defer. God's time is better then ours, he knows better then we:
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the Physician knowes his time better then the Patient. Hereupon comes a duty consequently upon this dispensation of God:
the physician knows his time better then the Patient. Hereupon comes a duty consequently upon this Dispensation of God:
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if he perform his promises wondrously, and unexpectedly, and perform them in delay;
if he perform his promises wondrously, and unexpectedly, and perform them in Delay;
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let thy duty be answerable to his dealing, wait, wait upon God, tie him not to such and such courses:
let thy duty be answerable to his dealing, wait, wait upon God, tie him not to such and such courses:
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he can transcend, and go beyond thy imagination, and do more then thou art able to conceive, as the Apostle saith:
he can transcend, and go beyond thy imagination, and do more then thou art able to conceive, as the Apostle Says:
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therefore wait his good time, H• … that shall come will come: Stay Gods leisure, prevent him not, run not before him.
Therefore wait his good time, H• … that shall come will come: Stay God's leisure, prevent him not, run not before him.
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And as he doth things by contraries: so when thou art in contraries look for contraries:
And as he does things by contraries: so when thou art in contraries look for contraries:
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when thou art in fin, and feelest it on thy conscience, believe that he is made righteousnesse to thee;
when thou art in fin, and Feel it on thy conscience, believe that he is made righteousness to thee;
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he hath promised it, it is Yea, and Amen in Christ.
he hath promised it, it is Yea, and Amen in christ.
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When thou shalt be turned to dust in the grave, believe that he will raise thy body:
When thou shalt be turned to dust in the grave, believe that he will raise thy body:
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this promise is Yea, and Amen, and as a pledge of it Christ is gone to heaven:
this promise is Yea, and Amen, and as a pledge of it christ is gone to heaven:
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when thou art miserable, remember the Promise, thou shalt be glorious with Christ as he is glorious:
when thou art miserable, Remember the Promise, thou shalt be glorious with christ as he is glorious:
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All his Promises are Yea, and Amen: in contraries believe contraries: because in contraries he performs contraries:All his Promises Are Yea, and Amen: in contraries believe contraries: Because in contraries he performs contraries:
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and say as Job doth, Though he kill me, yet will I trust in him. I know thou canst not deny thy self, and thy Promises are Yea, and Amen.
and say as Job does, Though he kill me, yet will I trust in him. I know thou Canst not deny thy self, and thy Promises Are Yea, and Amen.
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In the worst estate that befalls us, let us learn to wrastle with God in the Promises, and implead his Promises.
In the worst estate that befalls us, let us Learn to wrestle with God in the Promises, and implead his Promises.
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Why, Lord, thou hast promised forgivenesse of sins to them that ask it: thou hast promised grace, and mercy, and favour;
Why, Lord, thou hast promised forgiveness of Sins to them that ask it: thou hast promised grace, and mercy, and favour;
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remember thy promise, thou canst not deny thy self, thou canst not deny thy gracious promise, thy Word is as thy self, thou art Amen, and thy Word is Yea, and Amen, onely give me grace to wait thy good leisure:
Remember thy promise, thou Canst not deny thy self, thou Canst not deny thy gracious promise, thy Word is as thy self, thou art Amen, and thy Word is Yea, and Amen, only give me grace to wait thy good leisure:
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yet I will not let thee depart without a blessing, I will hold thee till I have received a gracious answer,
yet I will not let thee depart without a blessing, I will hold thee till I have received a gracious answer,
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as Jacob wrastled with him till he had the blessing.
as Jacob wrestled with him till he had the blessing.
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Let us labour to answer the promise with our faith, and labour to bring our soules to be like his Promises;
Let us labour to answer the promise with our faith, and labour to bring our Souls to be like his Promises;
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they are Yea, and Amen, though they be not presently performed:
they Are Yea, and Amen, though they be not presently performed:
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let us constantly believe a constant Promise, let us cleave to God, let us have a Amen for Gods Amen. Are the Promises Amen? Amen let the soul say;
let us constantly believe a constant Promise, let us cleave to God, let us have a Amen for God's Amen. are the Promises Amen? Amen let the soul say;
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Lord, So be it, so it shall be, I will seal thy Amen in thy promise, with my Amen in my faith:
Lord, So be it, so it shall be, I will seal thy Amen in thy promise, with my Amen in my faith:
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so let us have an Amen for Christs Amen. They are all, and will be all Amen in Christ in fit time:
so let us have an Amen for Christ Amen. They Are all, and will be all Amen in christ in fit time:
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all the gracious Promises will be Yea, and Amen, let our soules echo, and say, Amen. For our faith must answer the Promises:
all the gracious Promises will be Yea, and Amen, let our Souls echo, and say, Amen. For our faith must answer the Promises:
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faith, and the Promises be correlatives: for the promise is not except it be applyed: Let faith answer the promise;
faith, and the Promises be correlatives: for the promise is not except it be applied: Let faith answer the promise;
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let us labour to be established in the Promises in Gods Word.
let us labour to be established in the Promises in God's Word.
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Shall we have certain Promises, and shall we waver and stagger? Therefore let us complain, Lord, thy Promises are sure and certain as thou hast said, what is the reason I cannot build on them? Oh my unfaithful heart!
Shall we have certain Promises, and shall we waver and stagger? Therefore let us complain, Lord, thy Promises Are sure and certain as thou hast said, what is the reason I cannot built on them? O my unfaithful heart!
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Let us condemn our unbelieving, our lying hearts, that call the truth of God into question,
Let us condemn our unbelieving, our lying hearts, that call the truth of God into question,
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and make that which is yea, and amen, to be yea, and nay. We make truth a lie,
and make that which is yea, and Amen, to be yea, and nay. We make truth a lie,
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and do rather believe our own lying hearts, then Gods immutable, and unchangeable Promises. Therefore let us see the fulnesse of our hearts, and complain of them to God,
and do rather believe our own lying hearts, then God's immutable, and unchangeable Promises. Therefore let us see the fullness of our hearts, and complain of them to God,
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and desire him to cure it, and redresse it, and he will do it. This is to give glory to God indeed;
and desire him to cure it, and redress it, and he will do it. This is to give glory to God indeed;
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we cannot honour God more then to believe his Promises, and build on him. This will breed love, when we feel the comfort of the Promises.
we cannot honour God more then to believe his Promises, and built on him. This will breed love, when we feel the Comfort of the Promises.
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Foolish men think to honour God by complements, by dead performances: filly men consider that the principal honour in the world to God;
Foolish men think to honour God by compliments, by dead performances: filly men Consider that the principal honour in the world to God;
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is to seal his truth, that thou shouldest not make him a liar. Hath he promised all things in the world? get faith, that will honour him,
is to seal his truth, that thou Shouldst not make him a liar. Hath he promised all things in the world? get faith, that will honour him,
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and he will honour thy faith.
and he will honour thy faith.
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What makes God honour faith so much? He that believes he will bring him to heaven. Faith honours him;
What makes God honour faith so much? He that believes he will bring him to heaven. Faith honours him;
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it gives him the glory of his truth;
it gives him the glory of his truth;
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the glory of his goodnesse, of his mercy, of his truth, &c. as it honours him, he honours it.
the glory of his Goodness, of his mercy, of his truth, etc. as it honours him, he honours it.
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The Believer shall come to heaven, when the idle fashionable Christian shall vanish with his conceits, that thinks to serve God with empty vain shadowes.
The Believer shall come to heaven, when the idle fashionable Christian shall vanish with his conceits, that thinks to serve God with empty vain shadows.
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Honour God with the obedience of faith, man;
Honour God with the Obedience of faith, man;
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cast thy self upon him, trust in him, in life and death, and then thou givest him the honour that he requireth at thy hands:
cast thy self upon him, trust in him, in life and death, and then thou givest him the honour that he requires At thy hands:
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For as the honour of his mercy is the greatest honour he will have in this world, more then that in the Creation:
For as the honour of his mercy is the greatest honour he will have in this world, more then that in the Creation:
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so thou honourest him more in the Gospel, to cast thy self on him for forgivenesse of sins,
so thou honourest him more in the Gospel, to cast thy self on him for forgiveness of Sins,
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and life everlasting, and for the guidance of thy daily course of life;
and life everlasting, and for the guidance of thy daily course of life;
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thou honourest him more then by looking on the creature, or by doing him any service.
thou honourest him more then by looking on the creature, or by doing him any service.
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He is honoured more by faith in Christ, then by any other way.
He is honoured more by faith in christ, then by any other Way.
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Let faith go to him, as faith honours him, so he will honour it, Let it be according to thy faith.
Let faith go to him, as faith honours him, so he will honour it, Let it be according to thy faith.
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Let not all be lost, let us bring vessels for the precious Promises, the vessel of a believing heart.
Let not all be lost, let us bring vessels for the precious Promises, the vessel of a believing heart.
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Shall all this be lost for a vain heart that will not lodge up these promises? shall we have a rich portion,
Shall all this be lost for a vain heart that will not lodge up these promises? shall we have a rich portion,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and neglect it? shall we have so many promises, and not improve them, and make use of them?
and neglect it? shall we have so many promises, and not improve them, and make use of them?
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Therefore I beseech you, let it be our practice continually every day, of all portions of Scripture make the Promises most familiar to us: for duties follow promises:
Therefore I beseech you, let it be our practice continually every day, of all portions of Scripture make the Promises most familiar to us: for duties follow promises:
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if we believe the Promises with our heart, they are quickning Promises, we will love God, and perform other duties.
if we believe the Promises with our heart, they Are quickening Promises, we will love God, and perform other duties.
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Faith works by love. If we believe, love will come kindly off. Therefore he saith here, All the Promises are Yea, and Amen: Faith works by love. If we believe, love will come kindly off. Therefore he Says Here, All the Promises Are Yea, and Amen:
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insinuating, that all is included in the Promises.
insinuating, that all is included in the Promises.
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Let us empty our hearts of confidence in any thing, and fill them with the Promises in Christ that are Yea and Amen. Let us stablish our hearts with the Promises, let us warm,
Let us empty our hearts of confidence in any thing, and fill them with the Promises in christ that Are Yea and Amen. Let us establish our hearts with the Promises, let us warm,
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and season, and refresh our hearts every day with these.
and season, and refresh our hearts every day with these.
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In these times of infection, what do we? those that are careful of themselves, that go abroad in dangerous places, they have Preservatives;
In these times of infection, what do we? those that Are careful of themselves, that go abroad in dangerous places, they have Preservatives;
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they take something to preserve their spirits, and to strengthen them against the contagion abroad:
they take something to preserve their spirits, and to strengthen them against the contagion abroad:
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and it is wisdome so to do, it is folly to neglect it, and to tempt God, not to be careful in this kind: it is very well done.
and it is Wisdom so to do, it is folly to neglect it, and to tempt God, not to be careful in this kind: it is very well done.
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But what is this, if thou do not fence thy soul and thy spitit, and take a draught of the Promises every day afresh? Let us take out our pardon of course every day of the forgivenesse of sins.
But what is this, if thou do not fence thy soul and thy Spirit, and take a draught of the Promises every day afresh? Let us take out our pardon of course every day of the forgiveness of Sins.
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We sin every day, let us go for our pardon;
We sin every day, let us go for our pardon;
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If we sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ, and he is the propitiation for our sins. If we sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, jesus christ, and he is the propitiation for our Sins.
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when it is unfolded to them, God gets glory, and they comfort.
when it is unfolded to them, God gets glory, and they Comfort.
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And the blood of Jesus Christ shall purge us from all sin. And he is in justifying us still every day, he is acquitting our soules:And the blood of jesus christ shall purge us from all since. And he is in justifying us still every day, he is acquitting our Souls:
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and there is a pardon of course to be taken out every day.
and there is a pardon of course to be taken out every day.
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Let us renew and refresh our hearts with the Promises of pardon and forgivenesse of sins every day.
Let us renew and refresh our hearts with the Promises of pardon and forgiveness of Sins every day.
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Let us strengthen our soules with renewing the Promises of grace for that day to walk comfortably before God, that he will keep us by his Spirit from sin, that he will be a shield,
Let us strengthen our Souls with renewing the Promises of grace for that day to walk comfortably before God, that he will keep us by his Spirit from since, that he will be a shield,
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and a Sun to us, that he will give us wisdome to carry our selves as we should,
and a Sun to us, that he will give us Wisdom to carry our selves as we should,
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and he will give us his holy Spirit if we beg it. Let us every day take these Promises to be Cordials in these dangerous times;
and he will give us his holy Spirit if we beg it. Let us every day take these Promises to be Cordials in these dangerous times;
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and then come life, come death, all shall be welcome: why? because we are in Christ, and have imbraced the Promises, and Christ;
and then come life, come death, all shall be welcome: why? Because we Are in christ, and have embraced the Promises, and christ;
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and all in Christ is Yea, and Amen: it shall go well with us.
and all in christ is Yea, and Amen: it shall go well with us.
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What a wondrous comfortable life would a Christians life be, if he could yield the obedience faith answerable to the promises? What a shame is it, that having such rich promises we should be so loose,
What a wondrous comfortable life would a Christians life be, if he could yield the Obedience faith answerable to the promises? What a shame is it, that having such rich promises we should be so lose,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so changeable, that we should be cast down with crosses, and lift up with prosperity? It is because we believe not the promises of better things,
so changeable, that we should be cast down with Crosses, and lift up with Prosperity? It is Because we believe not the promises of better things,
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therefore we are proud of present things, and cast down with present crosses, and are fast and loose.
Therefore we Are proud of present things, and cast down with present Crosses, and Are fast and lose.
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Now we have good things for the present, afterward the devil comes between us and the promises,
Now we have good things for the present, afterwards the Devil comes between us and the promises,
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and makes us let go our hold. Religion stands on this, which makes me to presse it the more.
and makes us let go our hold. Religion Stands on this, which makes me to press it the more.
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If this were well taken to heart and digested, we should know what Religion means; if we know Christ, and the promises, all other things will come off.
If this were well taken to heart and digested, we should know what Religion means; if we know christ, and the promises, all other things will come off.
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All others are but formalities, they will never comfort without the confideration of knowing God in Christ,
All Others Are but formalities, they will never Comfort without the consideration of knowing God in christ,
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and the rich promises to us in Christ.
and the rich promises to us in christ.
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Likewise, if this be so, that the promises of God in Christ are Yea, and Amen; This teacheth us how to make use of all former examples of others,
Likewise, if this be so, that the promises of God in christ Are Yea, and Amen; This Teaches us how to make use of all former Examples of Others,
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and of all former goodnesse to our selves.
and of all former Goodness to our selves.
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Was God merciful to Abraham, and to David? Our fathers trusted in thee, and were not confounded, Psal. 22. Therefore he reasons,
Was God merciful to Abraham, and to David? Our Father's trusted in thee, and were not confounded, Psalm 22. Therefore he Reasons,
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If I trust in God I shall not be confounded: for the Promises are Yea, and Amen;
If I trust in God I shall not be confounded: for the Promises Are Yea, and Amen;
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And whatsoever was written afore, was written for our comfort, Rom. 15. And this is a singular good use we may make of reading of the stories of the Scripture,
And whatsoever was written afore, was written for our Comfort, Rom. 15. And this is a singular good use we may make of reading of the stories of the Scripture,
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and of holy men, that the same God he lives for ever, his arm is not shortened:
and of holy men, that the same God he lives for ever, his arm is not shortened:
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he that was, is, and is to come: and therefore we should read histories with application:he that was, is, and is to come: and Therefore we should read histories with application:
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Did God make sure his Promises to them? surely, he will make sure his Promises to us.
Did God make sure his Promises to them? surely, he will make sure his Promises to us.
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Had David forgivenesse of sins upon his confession? surely so shall we.
Had David forgiveness of Sins upon his Confessi? surely so shall we.
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Abraham believed, and it was acc• … ed to him for righteousnesse, and • … o it shall to us if we believe.Abraham believed, and it was acc• … ed to him for righteousness, and • … oh it shall to us if we believe.
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It is alledged for that end, Rom. 4. And S. Paul prefixeth his example to all posterity, God was mercifull to me,
It is alleged for that end, Rom. 4. And S. Paul prefixeth his Exampl to all posterity, God was merciful to me,
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and not so onely, but to all that believe in him, 2 Tim. 2. This is an Use that we may make likewise of the story of our own lives, as well as the story of others: and not so only, but to all that believe in him, 2 Tim. 2. This is an Use that we may make likewise of the story of our own lives, as well as the story of Others:
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for consider the former times, why, Lord, thy Promises heretofore have been Yea, and Amen, thou hast delivered me from such and such dangers, thou hast been so good,
for Consider the former times, why, Lord, thy Promises heretofore have been Yea, and Amen, thou hast Delivered me from such and such dangers, thou hast been so good,
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and so good to me, thou art not changed. Let us store up experience out of the story of our own lives:
and so good to me, thou art not changed. Let us store up experience out of the story of our own lives:
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God is Yea, and Amen, and his Promises are Yea, and Amen, constant to all his Children, and to their children:
God is Yea, and Amen, and his Promises Are Yea, and Amen, constant to all his Children, and to their children:
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and they are alike in all ages from Generation to Generation, as Moses saith, Psal. 90. Thou art our God from Generation to Generation for ever.
and they Are alike in all ages from Generation to Generation, as Moses Says, Psalm 90. Thou art our God from Generation to Generation for ever.
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Thus we see how to make use of the Promises: for Promises we must know, are either directly to particular persons, or implyed.
Thus we see how to make use of the Promises: for Promises we must know, Are either directly to particular Persons, or employed.
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A promise made to any directly, to any in particular, is an implyed promise to me in the general equity in matter of grace,
A promise made to any directly, to any in particular, is an employed promise to me in the general equity in matter of grace,
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and glory, or the removal of some true misery:
and glory, or the removal of Some true misery:
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what was made to Joshua, is applyed to all the Church, Heb. 13. that which was directly promised to him, is an implyed promise to all that will make use of that example.
what was made to joshua, is applied to all the Church, Hebrew 13. that which was directly promised to him, is an employed promise to all that will make use of that Exampl.
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Again, if so be that all the Promises of God be Yea, and Amen, that is, certain, and constant in Christ;
Again, if so be that all the Promises of God be Yea, and Amen, that is, certain, and constant in christ;
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this should comfort us when men deal loosely with us, and fail in their Promises, whereon we have perhaps builded too much,
this should Comfort us when men deal loosely with us, and fail in their Promises, whereon we have perhaps built too much,
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When we have a clear and judicious apprehension of things, then followes a firm affection to them:
When we have a clear and judicious apprehension of things, then follows a firm affection to them:
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when men deal falsly with us. And indeed there is nothing that makes an honest heart wearier of this wicked world,
when men deal falsely with us. And indeed there is nothing that makes an honest heart wearier of this wicked world,
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then the consideration of the falshood of men in whom they trust.
then the consideration of the falsehood of men in whom they trust.
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Oh it is a cruel thing to deceive him, that unlesse he had trusted he had never been deceived by thee;
O it is a cruel thing to deceive him, that unless he had trusted he had never been deceived by thee;
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it is a treacherous thing, but this world is full of such treacherous dealing, that a man can scarce trust assurances, much lesse words.
it is a treacherous thing, but this world is full of such treacherous dealing, that a man can scarce trust assurances, much less words.
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But there are things thou mayest trust, if thou have a heart concerning the best good, there are Promises that are Tea, and Amen: there is a God that keeps Covenant, it is his glory to do so from Generation to Generation.
But there Are things thou Mayest trust, if thou have a heart Concerning the best good, there Are Promises that Are Tea, and Amen: there is a God that keeps Covenant, it is his glory to do so from Generation to Generation.
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Here is the comfort of a Christian, when he finds falsenesse in the world, to retire to his God, and hide himself there.
Here is the Comfort of a Christian, when he finds falseness in the world, to retire to his God, and hide himself there.
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And in the uncertainty of all things below, in all changes, as this world is full of changes, now poor, now rich;
And in the uncertainty of all things below, in all changes, as this world is full of changes, now poor, now rich;
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now in favour, now out of favour:
now in favour, now out of favour:
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why what hath a Christian to cast himself on? The Promises of God in Christ, they are Yea, and Amen; they are promises that never fail. why what hath a Christian to cast himself on? The Promises of God in christ, they Are Yea, and Amen; they Are promises that never fail.
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They that know thy Name will trust in thee, Psal. 9. what is the reason? it followes, Thou never failest those that trust in thee. They that know thy Name will trust in thee, Psalm 9. what is the reason? it follows, Thou never failest those that trust in thee.
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Therefore in the vicissitude and intercourse of all earthly things under the Moon, that are like the Moon, changeable, let us stablish our soules upon that which is unchangeable,
Therefore in the vicissitude and intercourse of all earthly things under the Moon, that Are like the Moon, changeable, let us establish our Souls upon that which is unchangeable,
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and that will make us unchangeable, if we build on it, For the Word of the Lord endures for ever, Esay 40. which is alledged by Peter, 1 Pet. 1. All flesh is grass; and as the flower of the grasse, that is, it fades as the grasse,
and that will make us unchangeable, if we built on it, For the Word of the Lord endures for ever, Isaiah 40. which is alleged by Peter, 1 Pet. 1. All Flesh is grass; and as the flower of the grass, that is, it fades as the grass,
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and as the flower of the grasse:
and as the flower of the grass:
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all the excellency of wit, and learning, it is but as the flower of the grasse,
all the excellency of wit, and learning, it is but as the flower of the grass,
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but the Word of the Lord endures for ever.
but the Word of the Lord endures for ever.
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How doth the Word of the Lord endure for ever? Saint John expounds it, 1 Joh. 2. A true Christian endures for ever by the Word of the Lord:
How does the Word of the Lord endure for ever? Saint John expounds it, 1 John 2. A true Christian endures for ever by the Word of the Lord:
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he that believes in the Word, he endures for ever, because his comforts endure for ever, they are Yea, and Amen, his grace endures for ever, Gods love endures to him for ever.
he that believes in the Word, he endures for ever, Because his comforts endure for ever, they Are Yea, and Amen, his grace endures for ever, God's love endures to him for ever.
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Therefore by building upon that which is certain, we make our selves certain too, when the Word is ingraffed, it is S. James his phrase,
Therefore by building upon that which is certain, we make our selves certain too, when the Word is Ingrafted, it is S. James his phrase,
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when it is ingraffed into our hearts, it turns our hearts to be like it self, it is eternal it self, and it makes us eternal:
when it is Ingrafted into our hearts, it turns our hearts to be like it self, it is Eternal it self, and it makes us Eternal:
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He that doth the will of the Lord abides for ever, saith S. John. The world passeth and the lust thereof; He that does the will of the Lord abides for ever, Says S. John. The world passes and the lust thereof;
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but he that doth the will of the Lord abides for ever. but he that does the will of the Lord abides for ever.
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And the Word of the Lord abides for ever, as it is in another place, the one expounds the other, that is, we by believing,
And the Word of the Lord abides for ever, as it is in Another place, the one expounds the other, that is, we by believing,
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and doing the Word of the Lord abide for ever.
and doing the Word of the Lord abide for ever.
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To stir us up to rely constantly upon this Word, the promises, and the grace of God brought to us by the promises.
To stir us up to rely constantly upon this Word, the promises, and the grace of God brought to us by the promises.
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As I said before, Shall we have certain promises of God that never lie, and shall we not build on them? What is there in the world to build on,
As I said before, Shall we have certain promises of God that never lie, and shall we not built on them? What is there in the world to built on,
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if we cannot build on this? and yet the froward heart of man will believe any thing, rather then Gods truth.
if we cannot built on this? and yet the froward heart of man will believe any thing, rather then God's truth.
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The Merchant man he commits his estate, his goods to the Sea, he hath no promise that they shall come again, it is onely in the providence of God, he hath made no promise for it.
The Merchant man he commits his estate, his goods to the Sea, he hath no promise that they shall come again, it is only in the providence of God, he hath made no promise for it.
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The Husbandman commits his seed to the ground, though he have nothing left of his seed;
The Husbandman commits his seed to the ground, though he have nothing left of his seed;
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and though he sowe in tears, yet he commits all to the earth in hope of a return;
and though he sow in tears, yet he commits all to the earth in hope of a return;
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and yet he hath no promise for this, but Gods ordinary providence, that may sometimes fail.
and yet he hath no promise for this, but God's ordinary providence, that may sometime fail.
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Are we in such hope when we commit our seed to the ground, and when we commit our goods to the Sea, to the Waves,
are we in such hope when we commit our seed to the ground, and when we commit our goods to the Sea, to the Waves,
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and yet have not a promise for this;
and yet have not a promise for this;
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but Gods ordinary providence, which oft-times failes, having not bound himself that it shall be alway so:
but God's ordinary providence, which ofttimes fails, having not bound himself that it shall be always so:
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because God will shew himself the God of nature, that he can command nature? and shall we not trust him when we have his providence,
Because God will show himself the God of nature, that he can command nature? and shall we not trust him when we have his providence,
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and his promise too? when he is bound by his Promise, when he hath made himself a debtor to us? when the free God, who is most free, hath made himself a debtor by his promise,
and his promise too? when he is bound by his Promise, when he hath made himself a debtor to us? when the free God, who is most free, hath made himself a debtor by his promise,
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and hath sealed his promise by an oath, and by Sacraments. Alas, God hath made all things faithful to us, therefore we trust them:
and hath sealed his promise by an oath, and by Sacraments. Alas, God hath made all things faithful to us, Therefore we trust them:
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but we trust not him that hath made other things so, and is so faithful to us.
but we trust not him that hath made other things so, and is so faithful to us.
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Therefore let us build on these Promises in Jesus Christ.
Therefore let us built on these Promises in jesus christ.
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Now to direct us a little further, to train our selves up to make use of the Promises of God in Jesus Christ;
Now to Direct us a little further, to train our selves up to make use of the Promises of God in jesus christ;
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Observe every day, how God fulfills his promises in lesser matters. Parents train up their children by education, that they may trust them for their inheritance.
Observe every day, how God fulfils his promises in lesser matters. Parents train up their children by education, that they may trust them for their inheritance.
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So God traines us up to believe his providence, that he will provide for us, without cracking our consciences by ill means:
So God trains us up to believe his providence, that he will provide for us, without cracking our Consciences by ill means:
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will we not believe his Promises for these things, and will we believe him for life everlasting? no, certainly we cannot:
will we not believe his Promises for these things, and will we believe him for life everlasting? no, Certainly we cannot:
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therefore let us exercise faith to believe the promises for provision, that he will not fail us, not forsake us, but be with us in our callings, using lawful means for the things of this life. Sometimes again take another method:
Therefore let us exercise faith to believe the promises for provision, that he will not fail us, not forsake us, but be with us in our callings, using lawful means for the things of this life. Sometime again take Another method:
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when faith begins to stagger for the things of this life, quicken it with the grand Promises.
when faith begins to stagger for the things of this life, quicken it with the grand Promises.
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Will God give me life everlasting? and hath he given me Christ? are his Promises in him Yea, and Amen? will he give me the greater,
Will God give me life everlasting? and hath he given me christ? Are his Promises in him Yea, and Amen? will he give me the greater,
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and will he not give me the lesse? Sometimes by the lesser, be encouraged to hope for the greater;
and will he not give me the less? Sometime by the lesser, be encouraged to hope for the greater;
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sometimes quicken our deadnesse and dulnesse in believing the lesser, with the undoubted performance of the greater.
sometime quicken our deadness and dulness in believing the lesser, with the undoubted performance of the greater.
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Will God give me life everlasting, and will he not give me provision in my pilgrimage till I come there? undoubtedly he will:
Will God give me life everlasting, and will he not give me provision in my pilgrimage till I come there? undoubtedly he will:
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Fear not little flock, it is your Fathers will to give you a Kingdome, saith Christ. fear not little flock, it is your Father's will to give you a Kingdom, Says christ.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They were distrustful for the things of this life;
They were distrustful for the things of this life;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Do you think, saith he, that he will not give you the things of this life, that keeps a Kingdome for you? Fear not.
Do you think, Says he, that he will not give you the things of this life, that keeps a Kingdom for you? fear not.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, when we hear any promise in the Word of God, turn it into a prayer, put Gods bond in suit (as it were) his promises are his bonds, sue him on his bond, he loves to be sued on his bond:
Again, when we hear any promise in the Word of God, turn it into a prayer, put God's bound in suit (as it were) his promises Are his bonds, sue him on his bound, he loves to be sued on his bound:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and he loves that we should wrastle with him by his promises;
and he loves that we should wrestle with him by his promises;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Why, Lord, thou hast made this and this promise, thou canst not deny thy self, thou canst not deny thine own truth;
Why, Lord, thou hast made this and this promise, thou Canst not deny thy self, thou Canst not deny thine own truth;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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thou canst not cease to be God:
thou Canst not cease to be God:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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thou canst as well cease to be God, as deny thy promise, that is thy self.
thou Canst as well cease to be God, as deny thy promise, that is thy self.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So let us put the promises into suit, as David, Psal. 119. (if it be his) Lord, remember thy promise, wherein thou hast caused thy servant to trust:
So let us put the promises into suit, as David, Psalm 119. (if it be his) Lord, Remember thy promise, wherein thou hast caused thy servant to trust:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as if God had forgotten his promise, Lord, remember thy primise, I put thee in mind of thy promise, wherein th• … hast caused thy servant to trust.
as if God had forgotten his promise, Lord, Remember thy primise, I put thee in mind of thy promise, wherein th• … hast caused thy servant to trust.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If I be deceived thou hast deceived me, thou hast made these promises, and caused me to trust in thee,
If I be deceived thou hast deceived me, thou hast made these promises, and caused me to trust in thee,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and thou never failest those that trust in thee. What makes a man faithful? Trust to a man makes him faithful;
and thou never failest those that trust in thee. What makes a man faithful? Trust to a man makes him faithful;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so when God is honoured with our trusting of him, it makes him faithful.
so when God is honoured with our trusting of him, it makes him faithful.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us therefore put in suit his promises of provision, and protection every day in the way of our calling;
Let us Therefore put in suit his promises of provision, and protection every day in the Way of our calling;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and for necessary grace and comfort, that he will not fail us in any necessary grace to bring us to heaven, considering that he hath filled our nature with all grace in Christ.
and for necessary grace and Comfort, that he will not fail us in any necessary grace to bring us to heaven, considering that he hath filled our nature with all grace in christ.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, let us take this course, when we hear of rich and precious promises that are made, labour to know them.
Again, let us take this course, when we hear of rich and precious promises that Are made, labour to know them.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What? shall we have an inheritance, a portion, and not labour to know it? Let us labour to know all our portion,
What? shall we have an inheritance, a portion, and not labour to know it? Let us labour to know all our portion,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to know it of those that search the Word of God, to be glad to hear any thing, concerning the priviledges,
and to know it of those that search the Word of God, to be glad to hear any thing, Concerning the privileges,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and prerogatives of a Christian, those that dig the Mines of the Scripture, which is the office of the Ministers:
and prerogatives of a Christian, those that dig the Mines of the Scripture, which is the office of the Ministers:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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let us labour to know all our priviledges. Let not Satan rob us of one priviledge.
let us labour to know all our privileges. Let not Satan rob us of one privilege.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Every promise is precious, they are rich promises, yet they are no more then God thought necessary for us;
Every promise is precious, they Are rich promises, yet they Are no more then God Thought necessary for us;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he thought all little enough to stablish our faith, let us not lose one, we cannot be without one:
he Thought all little enough to establish our faith, let us not loose one, we cannot be without one:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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let us labour to know them.
let us labour to know them.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And when we know them, work them upon our hearts by meditation, and shame our selves upon it:
And when we know them, work them upon our hearts by meditation, and shame our selves upon it:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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say, is it true, are these promises so? is it true, that God hath revealed these things in his Word? To whom hath he made them? to Angels,
say, is it true, Are these promises so? is it true, that God hath revealed these things in his Word? To whom hath he made them? to Angels,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or to beasts? No, to men, to sinners, to men in the world to comfort them;
or to beasts? No, to men, to Sinners, to men in the world to Comfort them;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they are their provision, their inheritance, as David saith, Psal. 119. Thy word is my inheritance, and my portion:
they Are their provision, their inheritance, as David Says, Psalm 119. Thy word is my inheritance, and my portion:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they are sweeter then the honey, and the honey-comb.
they Are Sweeten then the honey, and the honeycomb.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Are they so? Do I believe this, or do I not believe it? Yes, I do:
are they so? Do I believe this, or do I not believe it? Yes, I do:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If I do, can I believe them, and be so uncomfortable? Let us shame our selves:
If I do, can I believe them, and be so uncomfortable? Let us shame our selves:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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do I believe the promises of life everlasting, the promises of perseverance, the promise that God will hide me in danger, that he will be my habitation,
do I believe the promises of life everlasting, the promises of perseverance, the promise that God will hide me in danger, that he will be my habitation,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and my hiding place? and do I look to unlawful means? Do I live without God in the world,
and my hiding place? and do I look to unlawful means? Do I live without God in the world,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as if there were no Promise? what a shame is this? There is a weaknesse in my faith certainly:
as if there were no Promise? what a shame is this? There is a weakness in my faith Certainly:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when a branch withers, there is a fault in the root;
when a branch withers, there is a fault in the root;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so there is a defect in the radical grace, that it drawes not juice out of the promises as it should:
so there is a defect in the radical grace, that it draws not juice out of the promises as it should:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is a defect in my faith; therefore I will look where the defect is, and strengthen my faith.
there is a defect in my faith; Therefore I will look where the defect is, and strengthen my faith.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Thus we should shame our selves;
Thus we should shame our selves;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Can I hear these Promises, and be no more joyful, and be no more affected? Can I use indirect means,
Can I hear these Promises, and be no more joyful, and be no more affected? Can I use indirect means,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and yet believe that God is Al-sufficient to me in the Covenant? Certainly I cannot.
and yet believe that God is All-sufficient to me in the Covenant? Certainly I cannot.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore let us come to the tryal, to some few evidences, that a man doth believe in the promises.
Therefore let us come to the trial, to Some few evidences, that a man does believe in the promises.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He that believes the promises of God in Christ to be Yea, and Amen, doubtlesse he will be affected answerable to the things promised:
He that believes the promises of God in christ to be Yea, and Amen, doubtless he will be affected answerable to the things promised:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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saith David, Thy Statutes they are the joy of my heart. The Promises will be the joy and rejoycing of our heart.
Says David, Thy Statutes they Are the joy of my heart. The Promises will be the joy and rejoicing of our heart.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He that can hear of promises, and not be affected, certainly he believes them not.
He that can hear of promises, and not be affected, Certainly he believes them not.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When a man thinks of his inheritance, and of his evidences, that they are clear, that he shall enjoy it without suit,
When a man thinks of his inheritance, and of his evidences, that they Are clear, that he shall enjoy it without suit,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or trouble, it comforts him, he cannot think of it without comfort.
or trouble, it comforts him, he cannot think of it without Comfort.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Cannot a man think of a little pelf of the earth without comfort, when he knowes he hath assurance to it? and shall we think of heaven,
Cannot a man think of a little pelf of the earth without Comfort, when he knows he hath assurance to it? and shall we think of heaven,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and happinesse, and not rejoyce? will not these be the joy of a mans heart? certainly they will affect him.
and happiness, and not rejoice? will not these be the joy of a men heart? Certainly they will affect him.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When good things are apprehended by faith, will they not work upon the affections? certainly they will.
When good things Are apprehended by faith, will they not work upon the affections? Certainly they will.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, where the promises are believed, they will quicken us to all chearfull obedience:
Again, where the promises Are believed, they will quicken us to all cheerful Obedience:
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certainly, if God will assist me with strength, and comfort if I go on in his wayes,
Certainly, if God will assist me with strength, and Comfort if I go on in his ways,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and in the end of all give me life everlasting, this will quicken me to all obedience.
and in the end of all give me life everlasting, this will quicken me to all Obedience.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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True faith when it is in strength will uphold a man when all failes: nay, it will hold a man when all is contrary.
True faith when it is in strength will uphold a man when all fails: nay, it will hold a man when all is contrary.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore those that go deadly and dully, as if they had no encouragement here, nor promise of glory after, they believe not the promises.
Therefore those that go deadly and dully, as if they had no encouragement Here, nor promise of glory After, they believe not the promises.
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For God doth not set us on work as Pharaoh set the children of Israel to make brick without straw:
For God does not Set us on work as Pharaoh Set the children of Israel to make brick without straw:
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but when he bids us do any thing, he promiseth us grace, and gives us his Spirit,
but when he bids us do any thing, he promises us grace, and gives us his Spirit,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and after grace he gives glory. If men did believe this, they would go about Gods work without dulnesse, and staggering:
and After grace he gives glory. If men did believe this, they would go about God's work without dulness, and staggering:
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so far as we are dull, and stagger in the work of God, so far our faith is weak in the promises of God.
so Far as we Are dull, and stagger in the work of God, so Far our faith is weak in the promises of God.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, as they quicken in regard of comfort, so they purge in regard of holinesse:
Again, as they quicken in regard of Comfort, so they purge in regard of holiness:
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for they make men study mortification, and sanctification, 2 Cor. 6. and the beginning of the 7th. Having these promises, Let us purge our selves from all filthinesse of flesh, and spirit, perfect sanctification in the fear of God. Having these promises:
for they make men study mortification, and sanctification, 2 Cor. 6. and the beginning of the 7th. Having these promises, Let us purge our selves from all filthiness of Flesh, and Spirit, perfect sanctification in the Fear of God. Having these promises:
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So that the promises as they have a quickning, so they have a purging power; and that upon sound reasoning.
So that the promises as they have a quickening, so they have a purging power; and that upon found reasoning.
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Doth God promise that he will be my Father, and I shall be his son? and doth he prcmise me life everlasting? and doth that estate require purity? and no unclean thing shall come there? certainly these promises being apprehended by faith,
Does God promise that he will be my Father, and I shall be his son? and does he prcmise me life everlasting? and does that estate require purity? and no unclean thing shall come there? Certainly these promises being apprehended by faith,
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as they have a quickning power to comfort, so they purge with holinesse. We may not think to carry our filthinesse to heaven:
as they have a quickening power to Comfort, so they purge with holiness. We may not think to carry our filthiness to heaven:
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Doth the swearer think to carry his blasphemies thither? filthy persons;
Does the swearer think to carry his Blasphemies thither? filthy Persons;
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and liars are banished thence, there is no unclean thing. He that hath these promises purgeth himself, and perfecteth holinesse in the fear of God.
and liars Are banished thence, there is no unclean thing. He that hath these promises Purgeth himself, and perfecteth holiness in the Fear of God.
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He that hath this hope purifieth himself, as he is pure, 1 Joh. 3. So these promises affect, and quicken, and purge.He that hath this hope Purifieth himself, as he is pure, 1 John 3. So these promises affect, and quicken, and purge.
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And then the promises they do settle the soul: because they be Yea, and Amen; they make the soul quiet.
And then the promises they do settle the soul: Because they be Yea, and Amen; they make the soul quiet.
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If a man believe an honest man on his word, he will be quiet; if he be not quiet he doth not believe:
If a man believe an honest man on his word, he will be quiet; if he be not quiet he does not believe:
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so much faith, so much quiet; Being iustified by faith, we have peace with God through Jesus Christ our Lord.
so much faith, so much quiet; Being justified by faith, we have peace with God through jesus christ our Lord.
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So much faith, so much peace, Philip. 4. In nothing be carefull, but let your desires be known to God in prayer, supplication, and thanksgiving;
So much faith, so much peace, Philip. 4. In nothing be careful, but let your Desires be known to God in prayer, supplication, and thanksgiving;
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and when you have done this, The peace of God which passeth all understanding, shall preserve your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
and when you have done this, The peace of God which passes all understanding, shall preserve your hearts and minds in christ jesus.
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So where there is prayer, and thanksgiving, and doing of duty; The peace of God which passeth all understanding, will keep the mind in Christ:
So where there is prayer, and thanksgiving, and doing of duty; The peace of God which passes all understanding, will keep the mind in christ:
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and where there is not quiet and peace to preserve the heart & mind, there is neglect of duty before, not committing our selves to Gods promises to build on them.
and where there is not quiet and peace to preserve the heart & mind, there is neglect of duty before, not committing our selves to God's promises to built on them.
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Again, where there is a believing the promises, there is not only a staying of the soul in generall,
Again, where there is a believing the promises, there is not only a staying of the soul in general,
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but when all things are gone; when all things are contrary; that is the nature of faith in the promises.
but when all things Are gone; when all things Are contrary; that is the nature of faith in the promises.
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Put the case, that a Christian that is of the right stamp, have nothing in the world to take to, only Gods Word and Promises:
Put the case, that a Christian that is of the right stamp, have nothing in the world to take to, only God's Word and Promises:
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surely he knowes they are Yea, and Amen. It is the Word of God al-sufficient, he is Jehovah: he gives a being to his Word,
surely he knows they Are Yea, and Amen. It is the Word of God All-sufficient, he is Jehovah: he gives a being to his Word,
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and to all things else, therefore he hath the Name Jehovah: therefore thinks the soul, Though I have nothing, yet I have him that is the substance of all things:
and to all things Else, Therefore he hath the Name Jehovah: Therefore thinks the soul, Though I have nothing, yet I have him that is the substance of all things:
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all other things are but shadowes;
all other things Are but shadows;
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God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, are the substance that give all things a being,
God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, Are the substance that give all things a being,
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and therefore I will cast my selfe on God: here now is the Tryumph of faith, when there is nothing else to trust to:
and Therefore I will cast my self on God: Here now is the Triumph of faith, when there is nothing Else to trust to:
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nay, when all things else are contrary, when it is faith against faith:
nay, when all things Else Are contrary, when it is faith against faith:
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and hope against hope; when there is such a conflict in a man, that he sees nothing but the contrary:
and hope against hope; when there is such a conflict in a man, that he sees nothing but the contrary:
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here faith will shut the eye of sense, and not look to present things too much:
Here faith will shut the eye of sense, and not look to present things too much:
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though I see all things contrary, though I see rather signes of anger then otherwise, yet I will hope, and believe in God; for this, or that.
though I see all things contrary, though I see rather Signs of anger then otherwise, yet I will hope, and believe in God; for this, or that.
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Here is the wisdom of a believing Christian that believes the promises he will shut his eyes,
Here is the Wisdom of a believing Christian that believes the promises he will shut his eyes,
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and not look on the waves, on the troubles, they will carry him away, and dazle him;
and not look on the waves, on the Troubles, they will carry him away, and dazzle him;
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but he looks to the constant love of God in Christ, and to the constant promises of God:
but he looks to the constant love of God in christ, and to the constant promises of God:
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his nature is constant, and his truth is as his nature:
his nature is constant, and his truth is as his nature:
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he cannot deny himself and his own Word when he hath made himself a debtor by his promise,
he cannot deny himself and his own Word when he hath made himself a debtor by his promise,
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and bound himself by his Word.
and bound himself by his Word.
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Therefore in contraries say as Job, Though he kill me, yet will I trust in him.
Therefore in contraries say as Job, Though he kill me, yet will I trust in him.
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This our Saviour Christ, in whom all the promises are Yea, and Amen, did excellently teach us by his own example:
This our Saviour christ, in whom all the promises Are Yea, and Amen, did excellently teach us by his own Exampl:
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For when all was contrary, and our blessed Saviour felt the wrath of God, which made him sweat drops of blood,
For when all was contrary, and our blessed Saviour felt the wrath of God, which made him sweat drops of blood,
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and made him cry out, My God, My God, why hast thou for saken me? yet here faith wrastled with, My God, my God, still,
and made him cry out, My God, My God, why hast thou for saken me? yet Here faith wrestled with, My God, my God, still,
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even under the wrath of God. He brake through the seeming wrath of God, into the heart of God.
even under the wrath of God. He brake through the seeming wrath of God, into the heart of God.
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Faith hath a piercing eye, it will strive through the clouds, though they be never so thick;
Faith hath a piercing eye, it will strive through the Clouds, though they be never so thick;
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through all the clouds of temptation. Christ had so piercing a faith, it brake through all;
through all the Clouds of temptation. christ had so piercing a faith, it brake through all;
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he saw a Fathers heart under an angry semblance. So a Chistian triumphs by faith in oppositions to faith:
he saw a Father's heart under an angry semblance. So a Christian Triumphos by faith in oppositions to faith:
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when all is contrary to faith, yet notwithstanding he can say My God still. This is an evidence of a strong faith in the promises.
when all is contrary to faith, yet notwithstanding he can say My God still. This is an evidence of a strong faith in the promises.
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Again, an evidence of faith in the promises is faithfulnesse in our selves, in our promises to God:
Again, an evidence of faith in the promises is faithfulness in our selves, in our promises to God:
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for surely the soul that expects any thing of God, that he should be faithfull, it studies to be faithful in the Covenant, Psal. 25. All the wayes of God are mercy, and truth.
for surely the soul that expects any thing of God, that he should be faithful, it studies to be faithful in the Covenant, Psalm 25. All the ways of God Are mercy, and truth.
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All his dealings to his Children are mercy, and truth, to them that keep his Covenant.
All his dealings to his Children Are mercy, and truth, to them that keep his Covenant.
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For you know, the promises have conditions annexed:
For you know, the promises have conditions annexed:
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and where God fulfils his promise, he gives grace to perform the condition, to walk before him, to allow our selves in no sin:
and where God fulfils his promise, he gives grace to perform the condition, to walk before him, to allow our selves in no since:
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for if we allow our selves in any sin, we perform not the Covenant on our part.
for if we allow our selves in any since, we perform not the Covenant on our part.
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Now God will give grace to perform the Covenant where he will perform his own.
Now God will give grace to perform the Covenant where he will perform his own.
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Therefore those that are unfaithful in their Covenant, and yet think God will be faithfull to them, it is presumption.
Therefore those that Are unfaithful in their Covenant, and yet think God will be faithful to them, it is presumption.
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When we come to the Communion, we think we do God a great deal of service:
When we come to the Communion, we think we do God a great deal of service:
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but we must consider we enter into Covenant with God, as well as he binds himself to us.
but we must Consider we enter into Covenant with God, as well as he binds himself to us.
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He gives us Christ, & all his blessings: he reacheth forth Christ with all in him, if we will receive him.
He gives us christ, & all his blessings: he reaches forth christ with all in him, if we will receive him.
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I but we bind our selves to God, to lead a new life, and to be thankful,
I but we bind our selves to God, to led a new life, and to be thankful,
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and to shew it in obedience. And so in Baptisme:
and to show it in Obedience. And so in Baptism:
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And we must be careful of what we promise to God, as well as expect that which he promiseth to us:
And we must be careful of what we promise to God, as well as expect that which he promises to us:
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if we expect his truth, we must be faithful, and careful of performing our Covenants to him.
if we expect his truth, we must be faithful, and careful of performing our Covenants to him.
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Oh but how shall I do that, saith the distressed soul? I have no grace. God knowes that well enough:
O but how shall I do that, Says the distressed soul? I have no grace. God knows that well enough:
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therefore he that promiseth, he promiseth grace to perform the condition: that is one part of the Covenant, to give grace to fulfil the Covenant.
Therefore he that promises, he promises grace to perform the condition: that is one part of the Covenant, to give grace to fulfil the Covenant.
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For he that saith, If we believe, and repent, &c. he will give us hearts to repent, if we ask them:
For he that Says, If we believe, and Repent, etc. he will give us hearts to Repent, if we ask them:
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he hath promised to circumcise our hearts, to give us new hearts, and to give us his holy Spirit if we ask him.
he hath promised to circumcise our hearts, to give us new hearts, and to give us his holy Spirit if we ask him.
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Why, Lord, thou knowest I have no grace in my self to fulfil the Covenant: no, but thou must perform both parts;
Why, Lord, thou Knowest I have no grace in my self to fulfil the Covenant: no, but thou must perform both parts;
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thou givest the grace, and good thing promised, and grace to keep the Covenant too: therefore let none be discouraged.
thou givest the grace, and good thing promised, and grace to keep the Covenant too: Therefore let none be discouraged.
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Many things are required it is true;
Many things Are required it is true;
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but the things are promised that are required, if in the use of means we depend on him by prayer.
but the things Are promised that Are required, if in the use of means we depend on him by prayer.
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For the promises are Legacies as well as promises, what is the difference between a legacy,
For the promises Are Legacies as well as promises, what is the difference between a legacy,
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and a Covenant? A Covenant is with condition, with stipulation:
and a Covenant? A Covenant is with condition, with stipulation:
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a Legacie is an absolute thing, when a man gives a thing freely without any condition.
a Legacy is an absolute thing, when a man gives a thing freely without any condition.
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So, though the promises be propounded by way of Covenant, with stipulations to and fro in the passages of them, as a Covenant:
So, though the promises be propounded by Way of Covenant, with stipulations to and from in the passages of them, as a Covenant:
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yet in regard of Gods gracious performance, to them that depend upon him, all the promises are Legacies.
yet in regard of God's gracious performance, to them that depend upon him, all the promises Are Legacies.
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Therefore Gods promises, and Gods Covenant they are called a Testament, as well as Promises. They are called a Will.
Therefore God's promises, and God's Covenant they Are called a Testament, as well as Promises. They Are called a Will.
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A Will, shewing what God will give us freely in the use of means, as well as what our duty is in the Covenant.
A Will, showing what God will give us freely in the use of means, as well as what our duty is in the Covenant.
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Therefore our estate is happy in Christ, if we depend upon God in the use of means:
Therefore our estate is happy in christ, if we depend upon God in the use of means:
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He will give us all things that are necessary that he hath promised; nay, he will give grace to fulfill the Covenant, if we beg it.
He will give us all things that Are necessary that he hath promised; nay, he will give grace to fulfil the Covenant, if we beg it.
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If a man be carelesse and live in sinnes against the Covenant, he cannot perform the Covenant;
If a man be careless and live in Sins against the Covenant, he cannot perform the Covenant;
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and let him not alledge this, that he cannot: for God will give grace to them that are careful to fulfill it.
and let him not allege this, that he cannot: for God will give grace to them that Are careful to fulfil it.
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Let such a man as neglects the performance on his part, expect no good from God while he is so, let him expect vengeance:
Let such a man as neglects the performance on his part, expect no good from God while he is so, let him expect vengeance:
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for all the threatnings of God are Yea, and Amen, as well as his Promises, to them that live in sins against conscience.
for all the threatenings of God Are Yea, and Amen, as well as his Promises, to them that live in Sins against conscience.
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Those that will not expect grace to serve him for the time to come, all the threatnings are Yea, and Amen; there is no comfort for such.
Those that will not expect grace to serve him for the time to come, all the threatenings Are Yea, and Amen; there is no Comfort for such.
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I beseech you therefore consider, it is a terrible thing to live in a State without God, and without Christ;
I beseech you Therefore Consider, it is a terrible thing to live in a State without God, and without christ;
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to have no care of the performance of that that we have bound our selves to God by the Sacrament, and in our particular vowes:
to have no care of the performance of that that we have bound our selves to God by the Sacrament, and in our particular vows:
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for his threatnings are effectual as well as his promises:
for his threatenings Are effectual as well as his promises:
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In Zech. 1. 5. there he tells the Jewes of the Prophets that had threatened many things:
In Zechariah 1. 5. there he tells the Jews of the prophets that had threatened many things:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Prophets are dead (saith he) that threatned your fathers: but for all that, the threatnings lighted on them.
The prophets Are dead (Says he) that threatened your Father's: but for all that, the threatenings lighted on them.
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The Prophets where are they? They were but men, but when they were gone the threatnings lighted on your fathers.The prophets where Are they? They were but men, but when they were gone the threatenings lighted on your Father's.
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Jeremy dyed, but the Captivity that he threatned it did not dye; they were carried captive 70. years.Jeremiah died, but the Captivity that he threatened it did not die; they were carried captive 70. Years.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So we threaten the vengeance of God on obstinate sinners, that will not come in to the Gospel:
So we threaten the vengeance of God on obstinate Sinners, that will not come in to the Gospel:
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we are not Yea, and Amen, in regard of our being, we die;
we Are not Yea, and Amen, in regard of our being, we die;
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but our threanings are Yea, if they be not reversed by repentance, the threatnings are Amen, as well as the Promises.
but our threanings Are Yea, if they be not reversed by Repentance, the threatenings Are Amen, as well as the Promises.
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It is an evidence therefore we do not believe, if we have not care to make good the Covenant on our part.
It is an evidence Therefore we do not believe, if we have not care to make good the Covenant on our part.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, another evidence of a Child of the promises, of a man that believes the promises;
Again, Another evidence of a Child of the promises, of a man that believes the promises;
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it is inward opposition of the flesh, and hatred of fleshly men:
it is inward opposition of the Flesh, and hatred of fleshly men:
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for as it is, Gal. 4. The son of the bond-woman persecuted the son of the free-woman.
for as it is, Gal. 4. The son of the bondwoman persecuted the son of the freewoman.
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A true down-right Believer is a son of the free-woman, a son of promise;
A true downright Believer is a son of the freewoman, a son of promise;
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and the flesh in us opposeth it, like Ishmael, like Job's wife, and like Sarah, that laughed when the promise was made;
and the Flesh in us Opposeth it, like Ishmael, like Job's wife, and like Sarah, that laughed when the promise was made;
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we have an Ishmael, and a Sarah in us.
we have an Ishmael, and a Sarah in us.
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I, can this Promise of life everlasting when I am rotten, and this promise of forgivenesse of sins,
I, can this Promise of life everlasting when I am rotten, and this promise of forgiveness of Sins,
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it is onely a Christian that is in Christ, who is as firm as Christ is;
it is only a Christian that is in christ, who is as firm as christ is;
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and that good will be good to me if I crack not my conscience? if I take this and that course, shall these promises be performed? here is opposition.
and that good will be good to me if I Crac not my conscience? if I take this and that course, shall these promises be performed? Here is opposition.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We cannot believe the Promises without much opposition.
We cannot believe the Promises without much opposition.
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So carnal men, they mock and deride the counsel of the poor, as the Psalmist saith.
So carnal men, they mock and deride the counsel of the poor, as the Psalmist Says.
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The children of the promise that depend upon Gods mercy in Christ, they are persecuted by fleshly Justitiaries,
The children of the promise that depend upon God's mercy in christ, they Are persecuted by fleshly Justiciaries,
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(21) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and they that look to be saved by themselves without a promise, they will not be beholding to God so much:
and they that look to be saved by themselves without a promise, they will not be beholding to God so much:
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their proud swelling hearts rise against Christians that honour God by trusting in his promises, and will be saved by promises.
their proud swelling hearts rise against Christians that honour God by trusting in his promises, and will be saved by promises.
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A proud Popish person, his heart riseth against a holy Christian that is a son of the promise, he scorns him:
A proud Popish person, his heart Riseth against a holy Christian that is a son of the promise, he scorns him:
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You intend to be saved by the righteousnesse of another;
You intend to be saved by the righteousness of Another;
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no, we will not be so much beholding to God, we will satisfie for our selves:
no, we will not be so much beholding to God, we will satisfy for our selves:
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we will merit heaven our selves.
we will merit heaven our selves.
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God shall not be beholding to us to trust in him, we will bring somewhat our selves, we will buy it out.
God shall not be beholding to us to trust in him, we will bring somewhat our selves, we will buy it out.
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Can these men have humble hearts? Nay, can they have any other then malicious persecuting hearts against humble, believing Christians, that honour God by trusting in his promises?
Can these men have humble hearts? Nay, can they have any other then malicious persecuting hearts against humble, believing Christians, that honour God by trusting in his promises?
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You know Isaac was a son of the Promise, how was he born? not according to the course of nature; Sarah's womb was dead.
You know Isaac was a son of the Promise, how was he born? not according to the course of nature; Sarah's womb was dead.
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Christ was the Son of the promise, how was he born? not according to the course of nature:
christ was the Son of the promise, how was he born? not according to the course of nature:
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for his mother was a Virgin.
for his mother was a Virgae.
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So a Christian is a son of the Promise, he is begotten where there is nothing in the course of nature likely, where there is breeding for sin, no works, no righteousnesse, then he believes in Christ.
So a Christian is a son of the Promise, he is begotten where there is nothing in the course of nature likely, where there is breeding for since, no works, no righteousness, then he believes in christ.
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Isaac was a notable type of Christ, and a son of promise, he was begotten besides the course of generation:Isaac was a notable type of christ, and a son of promise, he was begotten beside the course of generation:
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so a Christian is not begotten as a proud Justitiary, by works;
so a Christian is not begotten as a proud Justiciary, by works;
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but he shewes himself therein to be a true believer, he is begotten against the course of nature,
but he shows himself therein to be a true believer, he is begotten against the course of nature,
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when he sees a barren heart, and sees as little disposition in his heart to be a Christian,
when he sees a barren heart, and sees as little disposition in his heart to be a Christian,
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as was in the Virgins womb for Christ to be born.
as was in the Virgins womb for christ to be born.
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How was the Promise made to the Virgin? She could not conceive how this should be since she knew not man.
How was the Promise made to the Virgae? She could not conceive how this should be since she knew not man.
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It was replied again, The Holy Ghost shall overshadow thee: her heart closed with that speech, and Christ was conceived then.
It was replied again, The Holy Ghost shall overshadow thee: her heart closed with that speech, and christ was conceived then.
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So the barren heart of a Christian if it can believe, his sins shall he forgiven,
So the barren heart of a Christian if it can believe, his Sins shall he forgiven,
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and he shall have life everlasting, if he can honour God in believing, that he will keep him in life, and death:
and he shall have life everlasting, if he can honour God in believing, that he will keep him in life, and death:
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let the heart close with these Promises, and a Christian is begotten, he is a son of the promise.
let the heart close with these Promises, and a Christian is begotten, he is a son of the promise.
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As for the proud Justitiary that will have something in himself to vaunt of, and will persecute others that are true Christians, he relies on no promise.
As for the proud Justiciary that will have something in himself to vaunt of, and will persecute Others that Are true Christians, he relies on no promise.
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A Christian when he sees nothing to rely on but the promise, he closeth with the promise,
A Christian when he sees nothing to rely on but the promise, he closeth with the promise,
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and Christ is begotten in him at that very instant. To name no more evidences;
and christ is begotten in him At that very instant. To name no more evidences;
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you see how we may examine our selves whether we trust in, and cast our selves upon the Promises of God, or no:
you see how we may examine our selves whither we trust in, and cast our selves upon the Promises of God, or no:
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if we do, we shall find them Yea, and Amen.
if we do, we shall find them Yea, and Amen.
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Consider it therefore, and be glad of these Promises, and when you have them, go to God in Christ for the performance of them.
Consider it Therefore, and be glad of these Promises, and when you have them, go to God in christ for the performance of them.
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Take the counsel of that blessed man, that in these latter times brought the glorious light of Religion to light;
Take the counsel of that blessed man, that in these latter times brought the glorious Light of Religion to Light;
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Luther I mean: (to whom we are beholding for the doctrine of free grace more then any other Divine of later times,) Go to God in Christ in the Promises.Luther I mean: (to whom we Are beholding for the Doctrine of free grace more then any other Divine of later times,) Go to God in christ in the Promises.
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Christ is wrapped up in the Promises; the Promises are the swadling cloathes wherein Christ is wrapped, as he saith.
christ is wrapped up in the Promises; the Promises Are the swaddling clothes wherein christ is wrapped, as he Says.
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We must not think of God out of Christ. There is (faith he) God absolute in himself;
We must not think of God out of christ. There is (faith he) God absolute in himself;
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so he is a consuming fire: but there is God incarnate; go to God incarnate, to God making good his promises in Christ, incarnate:
so he is a consuming fire: but there is God incarnate; go to God incarnate, to God making good his promises in christ, incarnate:
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go to Christ sucking his mothers breast, lying in the manger, living humbly, talking with a sinful woman, inviting sinners to come to him, conversing with sinful creatures, altering, go to christ sucking his mother's breast, lying in the manger, living humbly, talking with a sinful woman, inviting Sinners to come to him, conversing with sinful creatures, altering,
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and changing their natures, that never refused any that came to him. Go not to God absolute, he is a consuming fire; go to Christ incarnate, God-man:
and changing their nature's, that never refused any that Come to him. Go not to God absolute, he is a consuming fire; go to christ incarnate, God-man:
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go to him abased, and there is sweet converse for thy faith: for All the promises are made in him Yea, and Amen.
go to him abased, and there is sweet converse for thy faith: for All the promises Are made in him Yea, and Amen.
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I beseech you therefore be acquainted with the mystery of Christ more and more, we have the promises in him.
I beseech you Therefore be acquainted with the mystery of christ more and more, we have the promises in him.
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And you must know besides, that the Father, and the Holy Ghost, they have a part, a hand in Christs abasement:
And you must know beside, that the Father, and the Holy Ghost, they have a part, a hand in Christ abasement:
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for Christ did all by his Fathers appointment, and therefore it is as much as if the Father had been abased:
for christ did all by his Father's appointment, and Therefore it is as much as if the Father had been abased:
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for Christ was anointed to be so.
for christ was anointed to be so.
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Therefore think, that God the Father allures, and invites you when Christ doth it, because he is anointed to invite you.
Therefore think, that God the Father allures, and invites you when christ does it, Because he is anointed to invite you.
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Think, that the Father is as peaceable as Christ was, because Christ was so by his Fathers appointment, by his anointing.
Think, that the Father is as peaceable as christ was, Because christ was so by his Father's appointment, by his anointing.
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See all the three Persons, the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost in Christ.
See all the three Persons, the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost in christ.
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See God incarnate making all the Promises before, and as the ground of all that is made good to us.
See God incarnate making all the Promises before, and as the ground of all that is made good to us.
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See the wondrous love of God incarnate. And then go, and see Christ raising that flesh that he was abased in:
See the wondrous love of God incarnate. And then go, and see christ raising that Flesh that he was abased in:
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see him ascended into heaven, and sitting in it at the right hand of God: then think of God in Christ glorious;
see him ascended into heaven, and sitting in it At the right hand of God: then think of God in christ glorious;
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think of Christ a publick person, and we all in him. So as Leo saith, Onely Christ was he that dyed, in whom all dyed:
think of christ a public person, and we all in him. So as Leo Says, Only christ was he that died, in whom all died:
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he was crucified, in whom all were crucified: and he rose again, in whom all rise, he being a publick person:
he was Crucified, in whom all were Crucified: and he rose again, in whom all rise, he being a public person:
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other particular men dyed, and themselves dyed onely.
other particular men died, and themselves died only.
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Let us look upon God incarnate, and see our selves in him, see God in Christ, see Christ a publick person:
Let us look upon God incarnate, and see our selves in him, see God in christ, see christ a public person:
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for therefore the second Person took the man-hood, that he might be a publick person. Christ took not our persons, but our nature;
for Therefore the second Person took the manhood, that he might be a public person. christ took not our Persons, but our nature;
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that our nature being knit to the second Person, he might be a publick Person: as Adam was a publick man for all mankind.
that our nature being knit to the second Person, he might be a public Person: as Adam was a public man for all mankind.
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Therefore think of all the Promises in Christ as God-man, that he was the man Christ, made man for us.
Therefore think of all the Promises in christ as God-man, that he was the man christ, made man for us.
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This is wondrous comfortable, let us solace our selves with it.
This is wondrous comfortable, let us solace our selves with it.
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Take away Christ, and the promises in Christ, and what is there in the world? nothing but Idolatry,
Take away christ, and the promises in christ, and what is there in the world? nothing but Idolatry,
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and Superstition, staggering, and wavering, and darknesse, and blindnesse, and Popery, and divellishnesse. Who reigns in the world but the Devil, and Antichrist;
and Superstition, staggering, and wavering, and darkness, and blindness, and Popery, and divellishnesse. Who reigns in the world but the devil, and Antichrist;
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Heathenism, and Paganisme, and all filthinesse? Take away Christ, the sound knowledge of Christ incarnate,
Heathenism, and Paganism, and all filthiness? Take away christ, the found knowledge of christ incarnate,
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and the sound knowledge of the Promises, the clear settled promises in Christ;
and the found knowledge of the Promises, the clear settled promises in christ;
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and Christ can never be but that which he is;
and christ can never be but that which he is;
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and what is the life of man, but a horrible confusion, even a hell upon earth? Where Christ is not known, what are the lives of men, the utmost quintessence of them,
and what is the life of man, but a horrible confusion, even a hell upon earth? Where christ is not known, what Are the lives of men, the utmost quintessence of them,
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but onely projecting for an estate here in this world, and then to slip into hell? To live a Civil life,
but only projecting for an estate Here in this world, and then to slip into hell? To live a Civil life,
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as morality perhaps may fit a man for that, and then to be cast into hell.
as morality perhaps may fit a man for that, and then to be cast into hell.
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Out of Christ there is no salvation, no certain comfort, no life, no light, nothing to be reckoned on out of Christ, and the promises in Christ.
Out of christ there is no salvation, no certain Comfort, no life, no Light, nothing to be reckoned on out of christ, and the promises in christ.
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Therefore let us love them, and build on them, and make much of the truth we have, and get into Christ;
Therefore let us love them, and built on them, and make much of the truth we have, and get into christ;
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for All the Promises in him are Yea, and Amen.
for All the Promises in him Are Yea, and Amen.
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God hath no commerce with us immediately, but by Christ the Mediatour, through whom he looks on us,
God hath no commerce with us immediately, but by christ the Mediator, through whom he looks on us,
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and in whom he conveyes all good to us. The Scripture is termed a Paradise; it is like a Paradise, wherein we have the streams of the water of life,
and in whom he conveys all good to us. The Scripture is termed a Paradise; it is like a Paradise, wherein we have the streams of the water of life,
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and the tree of life, Jesus Christ: and wherein we have the Promises of life.
and the tree of life, jesus christ: and wherein we have the Promises of life.
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And there is no Angel to keep the door, or gate, or entrance of this Paradise;
And there is no Angel to keep the door, or gate, or Entrance of this Paradise;
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but rather we are allured to come to it to refresh our selves. There is God himself walking, there is Christ himself the tree of life.
but rather we Are allured to come to it to refresh our selves. There is God himself walking, there is christ himself the tree of life.
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Therefore we should make the Scriptures wondrous familiar to us, especially single out the Promises, make use of them:
Therefore we should make the Scriptures wondrous familiar to us, especially single out the Promises, make use of them:
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learn what it is to live by faith in the Promises: for All the Promises in Jesus Christ, in him are Yea, and in him Amen.
Learn what it is to live by faith in the Promises: for All the Promises in jesus christ, in him Are Yea, and in him Amen.
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To the Glory of God by us. The end of all this, that God will engage himself by promises;
To the Glory of God by us. The end of all this, that God will engage himself by promises;
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that he will stablish these promises so sure in Christ Jesus the Mediatour, God, and man;
that he will establish these promises so sure in christ jesus the Mediator, God, and man;
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that he will make them Yea, and Amen in him, it is for his own glory:
that he will make them Yea, and Amen in him, it is for his own glory:
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And to the glory of God by us Ministers;
And to the glory of God by us Ministers;
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for we preach these promises to the people, and people believe them, and they believing give glory to God.
for we preach these promises to the people, and people believe them, and they believing give glory to God.
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Gods glory is manifested in the Gospel, especially when it is believed in the Promises. What wondrous glory hath God in the promises in Christ?
God's glory is manifested in the Gospel, especially when it is believed in the Promises. What wondrous glory hath God in the promises in christ?
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More a great deal then in the Creation. In the Creation man was made according to Gods Image.
More a great deal then in the Creation. In the Creation man was made according to God's Image.
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as well as the promises are certain. It is no matter what the garment be, if it be not put on:
as well as the promises Are certain. It is no matter what the garment be, if it be not put on:
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Now in the Gospel we are created according to Jesus Christ God man. There God added light to light, comfort to comfort:
Now in the Gospel we Are created according to jesus christ God man. There God added Light to Light, Comfort to Comfort:
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he made man good, and would have continued him good: but here is the glory of his mercy and goodnesse in Christ:
he made man good, and would have continued him good: but Here is the glory of his mercy and Goodness in christ:
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here he doth good to sinners, he raiseth a sinner to mercy; he doth not adde light to light, but he brings light out of darknesse.
Here he does good to Sinners, he Raiseth a sinner to mercy; he does not add Light to Light, but he brings Light out of darkness.
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In the Gospel, mercy strives with misery, and strives with sin, and overcomes all our ills:
In the Gospel, mercy strives with misery, and strives with since, and overcomes all our ills:
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it is Gods will in the Gospel to do good to sinners; mercy is added to sinful men, contrary against contrary:
it is God's will in the Gospel to do good to Sinners; mercy is added to sinful men, contrary against contrary:
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Gods goodnesse triumphing over the misery of man. The righteousnesse that Adam had, it was the righteousnesse of a creature, of a man:
God's Goodness triumphing over the misery of man. The righteousness that Adam had, it was the righteousness of a creature, of a man:
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but the obedience we have in Christ, it is the obedience of God-man: therefore that being imputed to us, it is a more exquisite righteousnesse;
but the Obedience we have in christ, it is the Obedience of God-man: Therefore that being imputed to us, it is a more exquisite righteousness;
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it brings us to God, and intitles us to heaven, it is infinitely more then Adam's was, God manifests greater glory then in the Creation:
it brings us to God, and entitles us to heaven, it is infinitely more then Adam's was, God manifests greater glory then in the Creation:
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there is greater love, and greater mercy, and greater goodnesse manifested in the Gospel, then to Adam in innocency.
there is greater love, and greater mercy, and greater Goodness manifested in the Gospel, then to Adam in innocency.
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Our estate in Christ is more perfect;
Our estate in christ is more perfect;
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his estate was not Yea, and Amen, for it was yea to day, and nay to morrow, he stood but a while:
his estate was not Yea, and Amen, for it was yea to day, and nay to morrow, he stood but a while:
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but in Christ the Promises are Yea, and Amen. He had no promise, we have;
but in christ the Promises Are Yea, and Amen. He had no promise, we have;
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our estate by promises in Christ is better then ever Adam's was, as we are in a better root then he.
our estate by promises in christ is better then ever Adam's was, as we Are in a better root then he.
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For he was not in Christ the Mediatour: we by faith are united to Christ Mediatour;
For he was not in christ the Mediator: we by faith Are united to christ Mediator;
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and by vertue of the promise, God where he begins, he will make an end;
and by virtue of the promise, God where he begins, he will make an end;
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where he is Alpha, he will be Omega. What a glory is this to God, that he can repair man to a better estate then ever he had at the first:
where he is Alpha, he will be Omega. What a glory is this to God, that he can repair man to a better estate then ever he had At the First:
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as Gods mending is ever for the better. The state of grace and glory is better then ever the state of nature was; spiritual is better then natural.
as God's mending is ever for the better. The state of grace and glory is better then ever the state of nature was; spiritual is better then natural.
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Therefore it is much for the glory of the wisdome of God, that he can in Christ reconcile justice,
Therefore it is much for the glory of the Wisdom of God, that he can in christ reconcile Justice,
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and mercy, and shew more mercy then ever he did in making man out of the dust of the earth,
and mercy, and show more mercy then ever he did in making man out of the dust of the earth,
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and all is to the glory of God. These attributes especially are glorious in the promises in Christ.
and all is to the glory of God. These attributes especially Are glorious in the promises in christ.
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His Justice is glorious in punishing sin in Christ: there sin is odious in the punishing of Christ God-man:
His justice is glorious in punishing since in christ: there since is odious in the punishing of christ God-man:
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if we speak of justice, there is justice.
if we speak of Justice, there is Justice.
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If of Mercy, to put it upon our surety, for God to give his Son for us;
If of Mercy, to put it upon our surety, for God to give his Son for us;
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there is transcendent mercy, and transcendent justice in the punishing of our sin, how could it be punished greater? there is transcendent mercy, and transcendent Justice in the punishing of our since, how could it be punished greater?
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And then the glory of his Wisdom, to bring these together (infinite mercy, and infinite justice) in Christ.
And then the glory of his Wisdom, to bring these together (infinite mercy, and infinite Justice) in christ.
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Infinite Power, for God to become man, and without sin, to be so farre abased;
Infinite Power, for God to become man, and without since, to be so Far abased;
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a humble omnipotency, to descend so low, that God could be mortal, and then to raise himself again.
a humble omnipotency, to descend so low, that God could be Mortal, and then to raise himself again.
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And then the glory of his Truth, that whatsoever was promised to Abraham, to David, to the Prophets, all was performed in Christ, all the Types:
And then the glory of his Truth, that whatsoever was promised to Abraham, to David, to the prophets, all was performed in christ, all the Types:
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here is glory by Christ, of Mercy, Justice, Wisdome, Truth: for all are Yea, and Amen in Christ.
Here is glory by christ, of Mercy, justice, Wisdom, Truth: for all Are Yea, and Amen in christ.
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Therefore he may well say, all this is To the glory of God.
Therefore he may well say, all this is To the glory of God.
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Therefore consider how the glory of God shines in the face of Jesus Christ, as the Apostle saith.
Therefore Consider how the glory of God shines in the face of jesus christ, as the Apostle Says.
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If you would see God, see him shining in the face of Jesus Christ:
If you would see God, see him shining in the face of jesus christ:
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see his Mercy shining in Christ, and his Justice in the punishing our sin in Christ:
see his Mercy shining in christ, and his justice in the punishing our since in christ:
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see his Truth, his Power, his Wisdome, shineing in Christ, and shining more then in the Creation,
see his Truth, his Power, his Wisdom, shining in christ, and shining more then in the Creation,
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or in any thing in the world besides.
or in any thing in the world beside.
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Can you honour God more then in believing the Gospel? Can you dishonour him more,
Can you honour God more then in believing the Gospel? Can you dishonour him more,
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then to call his truth into question, that is Yea, and Amen? If you believe the Gospel, you set to your seal that God is true, 1 Joh. 3. What an honour is this, that God will be honoured by you? in setting to your seal that he is true, you give him the glory of all his attributes.
then to call his truth into question, that is Yea, and Amen? If you believe the Gospel, you Set to your seal that God is true, 1 John 3. What an honour is this, that God will be honoured by you? in setting to your seal that he is true, you give him the glory of all his attributes.
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In not believing, what a dishonour do you do to God? you deny his Mercy, his Wisdome, his Justice, his Truth, you deny all his attributes, you make God a liar:
In not believing, what a dishonour do you do to God? you deny his Mercy, his Wisdom, his justice, his Truth, you deny all his attributes, you make God a liar:
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what a horrible sin is unbelief? Therefore fortifie your faith.
what a horrible since is unbelief? Therefore fortify your faith.
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The Devil layeth siege to our faith above all other things, if he can shake that, he shakes all:
The devil Layeth siege to our faith above all other things, if he can shake that, he shakes all:
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for holy life goes when faith goes.
for holy life Goes when faith Goes.
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Who will love God, or obey God, when he knowes not whether he be his God,
Who will love God, or obey God, when he knows not whither he be his God,
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or no? Let faith flourish, and it will quicken life in the heart. Let the promises grow in the heart, and the Word be graffed in the heart,
or no? Let faith flourish, and it will quicken life in the heart. Let the promises grow in the heart, and the Word be graffed in the heart,
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and all will flourish in a Christians life, all will come off clearly and freely: obedience will be chearful, and free, when we see God reconciled in Christ.
and all will flourish in a Christians life, all will come off clearly and freely: Obedience will be cheerful, and free, when we see God reconciled in christ.
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Then love will be full of devices, when I see Gods love to me, what shall I do to shew love again, to shew thanks to God? where is there any that for Cods sake I may do good unto? How shall I maintain the truth,
Then love will be full of devices, when I see God's love to me, what shall I do to show love again, to show thanks to God? where is there any that for Cods sake I may do good unto? How shall I maintain the truth,
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and resist all opposers of the truth? Can I do too much for him, that hath done so much for me? Love quickens.
and resist all opposers of the truth? Can I do too much for him, that hath done so much for me? Love quickens.
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The Devil knowes, if he can shake faith, he shakes all. Let us fortifie faith, and we glorifie God more then by any thing else.
The devil knows, if he can shake faith, he shakes all. Let us fortify faith, and we Glorify God more then by any thing Else.
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He is glorious in the Gospel, and how shall he be so by us, except we set our hearts to believe him? Therefore let us seal Gods truth by our faith,
He is glorious in the Gospel, and how shall he be so by us, except we Set our hearts to believe him? Therefore let us seal God's truth by our faith,
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and set to our seales that God is true. God vouchsafes to be honoured by weak sinful men believing of him:
and Set to our Seals that God is true. God vouchsafes to be honoured by weak sinful men believing of him:
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and that faith that honours him, he will be sure to honour. By us. By us Ministers.
and that faith that honours him, he will be sure to honour. By us. By us Ministers.
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How? When the Gospel is preached, God is carried in triumph, as it were, and his banner is set up, and the Promises displayed, and sinners called unto him:
How? When the Gospel is preached, God is carried in triumph, as it were, and his banner is Set up, and the Promises displayed, and Sinners called unto him:
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and God is glorified by the discovery of these things, and faith is wrought in people to whom they are discovered;
and God is glorified by the discovery of these things, and faith is wrought in people to whom they Are discovered;
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and they glorifie God when they believe, they blesse God that ever they heard these tydings:
and they Glorify God when they believe, they bless God that ever they herd these tidings:
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so every way God is glorified.
so every Way God is glorified.
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The Ministers they open as it were the box of sweet oyntment, that the savour of it may be in the Church, and spread far.
The Ministers they open as it were the box of sweet ointment, that the savour of it may be in the Church, and spread Far.
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They lay open the tapestry, the rich treasures of Gods mercies: they dig deep, and find out the treasure.
They lay open the tapestry, the rich treasures of God's Mercies: they dig deep, and find out the treasure.
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Therefore these Promises in Scripture being so made, and performed in Christ, they tend to Gods glory,
Therefore these Promises in Scripture being so made, and performed in christ, they tend to God's glory,
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but by us, by our Ministery.
but by us, by our Ministry.
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God, to knit man and man together, will convey the good he means to convey by the despised Ministery.
God, to knit man and man together, will convey the good he means to convey by the despised Ministry.
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The enemies therefore of the Ministery of the Gospel, what are they? here is a double prejudice against them:
The enemies Therefore of the Ministry of the Gospel, what Are they? Here is a double prejudice against them:
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they are enemies of the glory of God, and of the comfort of Gods people, for they glorifie God in the sense of his mercy:
they Are enemies of the glory of God, and of the Comfort of God's people, for they Glorify God in the sense of his mercy:
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What do we think then of Popish spirits, that feed the people only with dead and dull ceremonies? but let them go.
What do we think then of Popish spirits, that feed the people only with dead and dull ceremonies? but let them go.
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I go on to the next Verse, having dwelt somewhat long on this.
I go on to the next Verse, having dwelled somewhat long on this.
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VERSE XXI.
VERSE XXI.
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Now he that stablisheth us with you in Christ is God, who hath anointed us, &c. AS the riches of a Christian consisteth in the promises of God, which (as we have heard) in Christ are all Yea, and Amen:
Now he that stablisheth us with you in christ is God, who hath anointed us, etc. AS the riches of a Christian Consisteth in the promises of God, which (as we have herd) in christ Are all Yea, and Amen:
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so unlesse he be stablished and built upon this strength, all is nothing.
so unless he be established and built upon this strength, all is nothing.
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What if a man stand on a rock, if he be not built on it? what if the foundation be never so strong,
What if a man stand on a rock, if he be not built on it? what if the Foundation be never so strong,
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if he be not stablished thereon? It is not sufficient that the Promises be stablished,
if he be not established thereon? It is not sufficient that the Promises be established,
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but we must be stablished upon them.
but we must be established upon them.
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The Promises of God are indeed Yea, and Amen, (might the soul say) but what is that to me? Therefore the Apostle addeth, He that gives the Promises, will stablish us upon the promises.
The Promises of God Are indeed Yea, and Amen, (might the soul say) but what is that to me? Therefore the Apostle adds, He that gives thee Promises, will establish us upon the promises.
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Now he which stablisheth us with you in Christ, is God.
Now he which stablisheth us with you in christ, is God.
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The first thing that I will observe (before we come to the particular handling of the words) shall be onely this in the general, from the connexion and knitting together of this Verse with the former, viz. That there must be a double Amen.
The First thing that I will observe (before we come to the particular handling of the words) shall be only this in the general, from the connexion and knitting together of this Verse with the former, viz. That there must be a double Amen.
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There is an Amen in the Promises, they are in themselves true; there must be an Amen likewise in us: There is an Amen in the Promises, they Are in themselves true; there must be an Amen likewise in us:
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we must say Amen to them, that is, we must be stablished upon them. There must be an Echo in a Christians heart unto God;
we must say Amen to them, that is, we must be established upon them. There must be an Echo in a Christians heart unto God;
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that as God saith, These and these things I promise, and they are all Amen: so the soul by faith must Echo again, These things are for me, I believe them.
that as God Says, These and these things I promise, and they Are all Amen: so the soul by faith must Echo again, These things Are for me, I believe them.
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For (as we say in the Schooles to good purpose) there is a double certainty, a double firmnesse:
For (as we say in the Schools to good purpose) there is a double certainty, a double firmness:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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a certainty of the Object, and a certainty of the Subject: there is a firmnesse of the Promises in Jesus Christ;
a certainty of the Object, and a certainty of the Subject: there is a firmness of the Promises in jesus christ;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and there must be a firmnesse in us upon those Promises.
and there must be a firmness in us upon those Promises.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is no matter what the certainty of the thing be that we are to build upon,
It is no matter what the certainty of the thing be that we Are to built upon,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if there be not a certainty in the person, if there be not a building on that thing:
if there be not a certainty in the person, if there be not a building on that thing:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God shall lose the glory of his truth, and we the comfort, unlesse we be certain,
God shall loose the glory of his truth, and we the Comfort, unless we be certain,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ is nothing without faith, and faith is nothing without Christ, and the Promises.
christ is nothing without faith, and faith is nothing without christ, and the Promises.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is no matter (as I said before) how firm the rock be, if we plant not our selves upon it:
It is no matter (as I said before) how firm the rock be, if we plant not our selves upon it:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore besides the writing of Gods Word on Tables, unlesse he write it likewise in our hearts,
and Therefore beside the writing of God's Word on Tables, unless he write it likewise in our hearts,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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unlesse our hearts be stablished on that truth that in it self is certain, that it may be certain to us, all is to no purpose.
unless our hearts be established on that truth that in it self is certain, that it may be certain to us, all is to no purpose.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You see therefore the absolute necessity of the application of the soul unto those truths which are certain and sure in themselves:
You see Therefore the absolute necessity of the application of the soul unto those truths which Are certain and sure in themselves:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there must be a stablishing of us, as well as a stablishing of the promises.
there must be a establishing of us, as well as a establishing of the promises.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is a necessity of the application of the promises to our selves, that they be true to us.
There is a necessity of the application of the promises to our selves, that they be true to us.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ is a garment, we must put him on then: he is the robes that we appear glorious before God in;
christ is a garment, we must put him on then: he is the robes that we appear glorious before God in;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but we must put him on by faith.
but we must put him on by faith.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ is the food of life, he is so indeed, but then he must be digested.
christ is the food of life, he is so indeed, but then he must be digested.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Meat, except it be applyed, except the stomach work nourishment out of it by application, and so digest it to all the parts, the body hath not nourishment from it.
Meat, except it be applied, except the stomach work nourishment out of it by application, and so digest it to all the parts, the body hath not nourishment from it.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ is the foundation of his Church: I but there must be application; we as living stones must be built on him.
christ is the Foundation of his Church: I but there must be application; we as living stones must be built on him.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let the foundation be never so strong, if the stones be not laid on the foundation, the stones cannot stand.
Let the Foundation be never so strong, if the stones be not laid on the Foundation, the stones cannot stand.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Though Christ be the Spouse of the Church, and be never so rich, there must be application, and consent;
Though christ be the Spouse of the Church, and be never so rich, there must be application, and consent;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we must strike up the bargain and match between Christ and us.
we must strike up the bargain and match between christ and us.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There must be our consent to tie our selves to him, to give up our selves to him.
There must be our consent to tie our selves to him, to give up our selves to him.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So look to all the comfortable relations that our blessed Saviour hath taken upon him in the book of God, they all enforce application.
So look to all the comfortable relations that our blessed Saviour hath taken upon him in the book of God, they all enforce application.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The ground (I say) is this, that though there be never so much certainty in the thing,
The ground (I say) is this, that though there be never so much certainty in the thing,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet if there be not a certainty in the person to found application upon; all is to no purpose.
yet if there be not a certainty in the person to found application upon; all is to no purpose.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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These two therefore must go together, and they are sweet relatives, promises on Gods part, and faith on our part.
These two Therefore must go together, and they Are sweet relatives, promises on God's part, and faith on our part.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Promises, and Christ, are nothing without faith. For there must be a touch to draw vertue.
The Promises, and christ, Are nothing without faith. For there must be a touch to draw virtue.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If faith have never so little touch of Christ, it will draw vertue: but there must be a touch, there must be application.
If faith have never so little touch of christ, it will draw virtue: but there must be a touch, there must be application.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Man in his best estate was an unstable creature.
Man in his best estate was an unstable creature.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For what is the difference between faith, and presumption? presumption is an empty, groundlesse, fruitlesse conceit:
For what is the difference between faith, and presumption? presumption is an empty, groundless, fruitless conceit:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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faith builds on the Promises of the Word, we can alledge the Promise.
faith builds on the Promises of the Word, we can allege the Promise.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is nothing for a mad man to assume himself to be King of another Countrey;
It is nothing for a mad man to assume himself to be King of Another Country;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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why? he hath no promise.
why? he hath no promise.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He that made account that all the ships that came to the Haven were his, it was but a frantick part of him, and so he was accounted:
He that made account that all the ships that Come to the Haven were his, it was but a frantic part of him, and so he was accounted:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So a man that thinks his estate is good, and builds not himself upon the promise, that hath no ground for it out of Gods Word, it is but a presumptuous frantick conceit.
So a man that thinks his estate is good, and builds not himself upon the promise, that hath no ground for it out of God's Word, it is but a presumptuous frantic conceit.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The promises are nothing without faith, and faith is nothing without the promises. There must be application.
The promises Are nothing without faith, and faith is nothing without the promises. There must be application.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This I thought good to observe first in the general. To come now more particularly to the words themselves.
This I Thought good to observe First in the general. To come now more particularly to the words themselves.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He that stablisheth us with you, &c. In the words you have first, A gracious Act of building, or stablishing.
He that stablisheth us with you, etc. In the words you have First, A gracious Act of building, or establishing.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Secondly, The Basis, the foundation of that stablishing, or building; and that is Christ. Thirdly, the Authour of this stablishing; God.
Secondly, The Basis, the Foundation of that establishing, or building; and that is christ. Thirdly, the Author of this establishing; God.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Lastly, the persons, who are built and stablished on that foundation; with you. He that stablisheth us with you in Christ, is God.
Lastly, the Persons, who Are built and established on that Foundation; with you. He that stablisheth us with you in christ, is God.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The first thing is the Act, Stablishing. The point is this; first, That Stablishing, settling grace is necessary.
The First thing is the Act, Establishing. The point is this; First, That Establishing, settling grace is necessary.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is necessary that there be a stablishing, confirming grace. It is not sufficient that we be brought out of the Kingdome of Satan; It is necessary that there be a establishing, confirming grace. It is not sufficient that we be brought out of the Kingdom of Satan;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for when we are gotten out of his hands and strength, he pursues us with continual malice;
for when we Are got out of his hands and strength, he pursues us with continual malice;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore there must be the same power to stablish us still in grace, that first brought us into the state of grace:
Therefore there must be the same power to establish us still in grace, that First brought us into the state of grace:
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For as Providence is a continuall creation, so stablishing grace is the continuance of the new creature:
For as Providence is a continual creation, so establishing grace is the Continuance of the new creature:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the same grace that sets us in the state of the new creation in Christ; the same stablisheth us. Stablishing grace is necessary: It is necessary many wayes.
the same grace that sets us in the state of the new creation in christ; the same stablisheth us. Establishing grace is necessary: It is necessary many ways.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Man of himself is an unstable creature; take him at the best, but a creature. God found no stability in the Angels;
Man of himself is an unstable creature; take him At the best, but a creature. God found no stability in the Angels;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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take the best of creatures, even as creatures they are unstable.
take the best of creatures, even as creatures they Are unstable.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For God will have a creature as a creature to be a dependant thing upon the Creator, who is a being of himself Jehovah. There is no stability in any creature.
For God will have a creature as a creature to be a dependant thing upon the Creator, who is a being of himself Jehovah. There is no stability in any creature.
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Since, we are very unstable, ready to be carried away in our judgment to the wind of any false doctrine;
Since, we Are very unstable, ready to be carried away in our judgement to the wind of any false Doctrine;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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ready to be blown over with every little temptation.
ready to be blown over with every little temptation.
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Nay, now in the state of grace, in our selves we are very unstable, ready to fly off presently;
Nay, now in the state of grace, in our selves we Are very unstable, ready to fly off presently;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore we have need to be established of God. It is necessary in regard of the indisposition of our nature to supernatural truths:
and Therefore we have need to be established of God. It is necessary in regard of the indisposition of our nature to supernatural truths:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we are an unprepared subject for them in our selves. The Law indeed we have some principles of it;
we Are an unprepared Subject for them in our selves. The Law indeed we have Some principles of it;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but of the Gospel there are in us no seeds at all of it:
but of the Gospel there Are in us no seeds At all of it:
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and that is the reason there are so many Heresies against the Gospel, there are none against the Law:
and that is the reason there Are so many Heresies against the Gospel, there Are none against the Law:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore Divine truths being contrary to our disposition, as there must be a supernatural beginner,
And Therefore Divine truths being contrary to our disposition, as there must be a supernatural beginner,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so there must be a supernatural strengthener;
so there must be a supernatural strengthener;
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he that is Alpha, must be Omega: As there must be a mighty subduing of the heart to be a vessel to receive these truths,
he that is Alpha, must be Omega: As there must be a mighty subduing of the heart to be a vessel to receive these truths,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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an Almighty power to lay the soul on this foundation; (because of the contrariety of the truth to the natural heart of man,) so there is need of no lesse then of a Divine and supernatural stablishing.
an Almighty power to lay the soul on this Foundation; (Because of the contrariety of the truth to the natural heart of man,) so there is need of no less then of a Divine and supernatural establishing.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Our natures are very inconstant, and unsettled, and wayward:
Our nature's Are very inconstant, and unsettled, and wayward:
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take us at the best, before the fall, you see how soon we fell, being left to our selves, and having no stablishing grace:
take us At the best, before the fallen, you see how soon we fell, being left to our selves, and having no establishing grace:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Much more now since the fall, is there a nenecessity of Divine stablishing: when we come to know the truth, we are subject to fall away;
Much more now since the fallen, is there a nenecessity of Divine establishing: when we come to know the truth, we Are Subject to fallen away;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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like little children, that are ready to sink, if they be not upheld by their parents, or nurse:
like little children, that Are ready to sink, if they be not upheld by their Parents, or nurse:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God must uphold and propus, and shore us up, we presently sink else.
God must uphold and propus, and shore us up, we presently sink Else.
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Moses was but in the Mount a while, and we see how soon the Israelites fell to Idolatry.Moses was but in the Mount a while, and we see how soon the Israelites fell to Idolatry.
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Paul did but leave the Galatians a little, and they were removed presently from Christ to false Teachers.Paul did but leave the Galatians a little, and they were removed presently from christ to false Teachers.
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The nature of man is wonderful unstable, very loose and unsettled: Divine truths are supernatural; we have need of stablishing therefore.
The nature of man is wondered unstable, very lose and unsettled: Divine truths Are supernatural; we have need of establishing Therefore.
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Again, stablishing grace is necessary, in regard of those oppositions that are made against us after once we be in Christ:
Again, establishing grace is necessary, in regard of those oppositions that Are made against us After once we be in christ:
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Therefore our salvation is so certain, because it is laid upon one that is so certain in himself, Christ Jesus.
Therefore our salvation is so certain, Because it is laid upon one that is so certain in himself, christ jesus.
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For with what malice doth Satan pursue a Christian, when he is once taken out of his Kingdom? And the world runs a clean contrary Byas in the several examples thereof:
For with what malice does Satan pursue a Christian, when he is once taken out of his Kingdom? And the world runs a clean contrary Bias in the several Examples thereof:
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How many scandals do there arise daily even in the very Church it self? How many things are in our natural disposition joyning with them? all which will make a man fly off,
How many scandals do there arise daily even in the very Church it self? How many things Are in our natural disposition joining with them? all which will make a man fly off,
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and unsettle him, if he be not stablished in grace.
and unsettle him, if he be not established in grace.
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And indeed, what is the difference between one Christian and another that lives in the bosome of the Church? between a temporizer,
And indeed, what is the difference between one Christian and Another that lives in the bosom of the Church? between a temporizer,
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and another? The difference is but in their radication, in their stablishing: for all have the general knowledge of the truth;
and Another? The difference is but in their radication, in their establishing: for all have the general knowledge of the truth;
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but here is the difference, the true Christian is radicated, and rooted in the truth; a false Christian is not, and thereupon when temptations come either from within, from conscience:
but Here is the difference, the true Christian is radicated, and rooted in the truth; a false Christian is not, and thereupon when temptations come either from within, from conscience:
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or from without, from Satan, and the world; he falls away, because he is not rooted:
or from without, from Satan, and the world; he falls away, Because he is not rooted:
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but the other holds on, because he is established. And the best of us all have need of stablishing:
but the other holds on, Because he is established. And the best of us all have need of establishing:
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for there be degrees of truths, degrees of faith, in all the parts of faith: there is conjecture, a certain suspicious knowledge:
for there be Degrees of truths, Degrees of faith, in all the parts of faith: there is conjecture, a certain suspicious knowledge:
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and there is opinion, which is with fear of the contrary: and there is knowledge; and there is faith, which is founded upon the Authority of the speaker.
and there is opinion, which is with Fear of the contrary: and there is knowledge; and there is faith, which is founded upon the authority of the speaker.
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And yet this faith, though it be founded upon the Word of God, it may receive further and further strength in all the parts of it:
And yet this faith, though it be founded upon the Word of God, it may receive further and further strength in all the parts of it:
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In assent there may be a higher degree, in affiance there may be a higher degree, &c. And therefore the best of us all have need of strengthening.
In assent there may be a higher degree, in affiance there may be a higher degree, etc. And Therefore the best of us all have need of strengthening.
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But where shall we have it? Christ is the Basis, the foundation of all our stability:
But where shall we have it? christ is the Basis, the Foundation of all our stability:
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Now in the Covenant of grace, we are stablished in him, not in our selves. The Point is this, That Christ is the ground of our firmnesse.
Now in the Covenant of grace, we Are established in him, not in our selves. The Point is this, That christ is the ground of our firmness.
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As all the Promises are made to us in Christ in regard of the execution, so God he brings us to Christ; As all the Promises Are made to us in christ in regard of the execution, so God he brings us to christ;
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all is conferred to us in Christ: as the Promises are made, so they are executed.
all is conferred to us in christ: as the Promises Are made, so they Are executed.
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God stablisheth us in Christ, he drawes us to Christ. None come to me, but God the Father drawes.
God stablisheth us in christ, he draws us to christ. None come to me, but God the Father draws.
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Therefore God doth reveal Christ to us in our conversion, and our stablishing is in him.
Therefore God does reveal christ to us in our conversion, and our establishing is in him.
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and therefore our controversie with the Papists is just and good.
and Therefore our controversy with the Papists is just and good.
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And happy it is, that we are stablished in him that loves us so well, that is both a low high Priest, that will pity us;
And happy it is, that we Are established in him that loves us so well, that is both a low high Priest, that will pity us;
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and a great high Priest, equall with God, able to do all things to God for us, and between God and us.
and a great high Priest, equal with God, able to do all things to God for us, and between God and us.
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Adam (we know) had his strength in his own keeping, and being left to himself, we see what became of him.Adam (we know) had his strength in his own keeping, and being left to himself, we see what became of him.
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The Angels had their strength in their own keeping, and we know how soon they fell:
The Angels had their strength in their own keeping, and we know how soon they fell:
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But since the fall, we are founded and bottomed upon a surer foundation; now we stand not by our own strength, but we are established in Jesus Christ:
But since the fallen, we Are founded and bottomed upon a Surer Foundation; now we stand not by our own strength, but we Are established in jesus christ:
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we are surer then the Angels were before they fell, surer then Adam was in Paradise:
we Are Surer then the Angels were before they fell, Surer then Adam was in Paradise:
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for now we arestablished in Christ the Mediatour, God and man:
for now we arestablished in christ the Mediator, God and man:
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and because we could not keep our stability in our selves, we are stablished in him that wrought it for us,
and Because we could not keep our stability in our selves, we Are established in him that wrought it for us,
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and that possesseth it for us in heaven, and that keeps it for us:
and that Possesses it for us in heaven, and that keeps it for us:
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and as it is laid up and kept for us, so we are kept for it;
and as it is laid up and kept for us, so we Are kept for it;
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You are kept by the power of God to salvation, 1 Pet. 1. And therefore as there be many differences which advance the state of grace above the state of nature;You Are kept by the power of God to salvation, 1 Pet. 1. And Therefore as there be many differences which advance the state of grace above the state of nature;
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so this is one, that our state in grace is more stable and firm, as being stablished upon a better ground,
so this is one, that our state in grace is more stable and firm, as being established upon a better ground,
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even upon Jesus Christ the second Adam. God never mends, but he mends for the better:
even upon jesus christ the second Adam. God never mends, but he mends for the better:
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and he never restores, but he restores for the better:
and he never restores, but he restores for the better:
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the new heaven and the new earth shall be better then the first, so the new creature, the new Adam is more glorious then the first:
the new heaven and the new earth shall be better then the First, so the new creature, the new Adam is more glorious then the First:
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and as that which we recover in Christ is more and better then that we lost in Adam, so the certainty and security of our estate in grace, is far beyond the other, this being stablished in Christ.
and as that which we recover in christ is more and better then that we lost in Adam, so the certainty and security of our estate in grace, is Far beyond the other, this being established in christ.
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But what in us is stablished in Christ? and in Christ how considered?
But what in us is established in christ? and in christ how considered?
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First of all, our Judgment, that is stablished in Evangelical truths, concerning the Natures and the Offices of Christ, concerning the priviledges that we have by him;
First of all, our Judgement, that is established in Evangelical truths, Concerning the Nature's and the Offices of christ, Concerning the privileges that we have by him;
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and this is the ground of all other stablishment:
and this is the ground of all other establishment:
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we cannot firmly cleave to that with our Will and affections, which we do not clearly apprehend with our understandings.
we cannot firmly cleave to that with our Will and affections, which we do not clearly apprehend with our understandings.
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the adhering and cleaving of the will and affections, it comes from the discerning of the understanding:
the adhering and cleaving of the will and affections, it comes from the discerning of the understanding:
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and therefore as we say of the first concoction, if that be naught, all is naught;
and Therefore as we say of the First concoction, if that be nought, all is nought;
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and if that be good and sound, it makes way for all concoctions after:
and if that be good and found, it makes Way for all concoctions After:
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so if things be well digested in the Judgment, if there be a sound illumination and apprehension of Divine truths, it makes way for a constant and firm adhesion:
so if things be well digested in the Judgement, if there be a found illumination and apprehension of Divine truths, it makes Way for a constant and firm adhesion:
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therefore the first stablishing is of our Judgments.
Therefore the First establishing is of our Judgments.
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Secondly, as our Judgments, so our Wills are stablished in cleaving unto Christ, making choyce of him above all things in the world;
Secondly, as our Judgments, so our Wills Are established in cleaving unto christ, making choice of him above all things in the world;
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that as he became man to sue unto us for our love, and to become our Husband:
that as he became man to sue unto us for our love, and to become our Husband:
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so we then marry him, when upon judging what an excellent person he is, and how fit for us, we choose him,
so we then marry him, when upon judging what an excellent person he is, and how fit for us, we choose him,
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and cleave unto him constantly without all separation, for better, for worse, in our joy, in our love, and delight:
and cleave unto him constantly without all separation, for better, for Worse, in our joy, in our love, and delight:
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for indeed, he is the only excellent object, and most fittest for our affections to be placed on:
for indeed, he is the only excellent Object, and most Fittest for our affections to be placed on:
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whatsoever other things besides we place our affections on too much, they make us worse then our selves;
whatsoever other things beside we place our affections on too much, they make us Worse then our selves;
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onely he can advance us to a better estate then we are in, that can raise us higher.
only he can advance us to a better estate then we Are in, that can raise us higher.
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In a word, the whole soul, judgment, will, and affections, and all the inward man (for so the Apostle takes it in that latitude, Ephes. 3. 16.) is stablished in Christ,
In a word, the Whole soul, judgement, will, and affections, and all the inward man (for so the Apostle Takes it in that latitude, Ephesians 3. 16.) is established in christ,
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and this carries the outward man with it. We are stablished in Jesus Christ, not in our selves.
and this carries the outward man with it. We Are established in jesus christ, not in our selves.
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Now when we are stablished in Christ, whatsoever Christ hath, or is, is ours.
Now when we Are established in christ, whatsoever christ hath, or is, is ours.
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It is a most excellent condition to be in Christ, and to be stablished in him:
It is a most excellent condition to be in christ, and to be established in him:
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for to be established in Christ, is to be in a firm estate, in an everlasting estate;
for to be established in christ, is to be in a firm estate, in an everlasting estate;
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once Christs, and for ever his:
once Christ, and for ever his:
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it is a glorious state, for he hath conquered over all enemies whatsoever, and his conquest is ours.
it is a glorious state, for he hath conquered over all enemies whatsoever, and his conquest is ours.
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Well then, we see the foundation of the Church, and of every particular Christian (Christ Jesus;) whence comes the stability and firmnesse of the Church, that the gates of Hell shall not prevail against it? It is built upon the rock, upon Christ.
Well then, we see the Foundation of the Church, and of every particular Christian (christ jesus;) whence comes the stability and firmness of the Church, that the gates of Hell shall not prevail against it? It is built upon the rock, upon christ.
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So all the stablishing that a Christian hath, it is from this rock, his being built upon Jesus Christ:
So all the establishing that a Christian hath, it is from this rock, his being built upon jesus christ:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If we were built upon man, we could not stand: if we were built upon Angels, we could not stand:
If we were built upon man, we could not stand: if we were built upon Angels, we could not stand:
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if we were built upon any thing in the world we could not stand;
if we were built upon any thing in the world we could not stand;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but being built upon Jesus Christ, (who is all in all to a soul that is stablished in him) there must needs be an everlasting stablishing.
but being built upon jesus christ, (who is all in all to a soul that is established in him) there must needs be an everlasting establishing.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a fond Objection of some, and unlearned, against the principles of Divine truth, that we may fall as well as Adam in Paradise,
It is a found Objection of Some, and unlearned, against the principles of Divine truth, that we may fallen as well as Adam in Paradise,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as well as the Angels in heaven: As if there were not a wide and broad difference between the state of grace, and the state of nature.
as well as the Angels in heaven: As if there were not a wide and broad difference between the state of grace, and the state of nature.
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A Christian hath more strength then the Angels in heaven, or then Adam in Paradise ever had:
A Christian hath more strength then the Angels in heaven, or then Adam in Paradise ever had:
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he hath a more firm consistence, because he stands by grace; By grace we stand, as the Apostle saith.
he hath a more firm consistence, Because he Stands by grace; By grace we stand, as the Apostle Says.
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A Christian hath promises of perseverance, Adam and the Angels had none:
A Christian hath promises of perseverance, Adam and the Angels had none:
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and therefore to fetch a reason of falling away from grace, from the proportion we have to that condition, is a meer Sophisme, not rightly discerning the disparity.
and Therefore to fetch a reason of falling away from grace, from the proportion we have to that condition, is a mere Sophism, not rightly discerning the disparity.
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It is not alike with the Angels and Adam, and us, for we stand by grace, out of our selves, being stablished in another.
It is not alike with the Angels and Adam, and us, for we stand by grace, out of our selves, being established in Another.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We have not onely a promise of happinesse as the Angels and Adam had happinesse and a blessed estate,
We have not only a promise of happiness as the Angels and Adam had happiness and a blessed estate,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but they had no promise to stand, and be confirmed. A poor weak Christian hath a promise to be stablished, and confirmed.
but they had no promise to stand, and be confirmed. A poor weak Christian hath a promise to be established, and confirmed.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore those proud Sectaries that are between us and the Papists, and joyn rather with them then us, that trouble the Church so much, they make an idle objection concerning falling away from grace, to say, Did not Adam fall away? What is that to the purpose? was Adam under the same Covenant as we are now in Christ? Is there not a new promise made to us in Christ better then ever Adam could attain to.
Therefore those proud Sectaries that Are between us and the Papists, and join rather with them then us, that trouble the Church so much, they make an idle objection Concerning falling away from grace, to say, Did not Adam fallen away? What is that to the purpose? was Adam under the same Covenant as we Are now in christ? Is there not a new promise made to us in christ better then ever Adam could attain to.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Besides, we are founded upon a better Adam, upon the second Adam, God-man:
Beside, we Are founded upon a better Adam, upon the second Adam, God-man:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we have not onely a better foundation, but better promises, that Adam, and the Angels themselves wanted.
we have not only a better Foundation, but better promises, that Adam, and the Angels themselves wanted.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore the Covenant of grace is said to be an everlasting Covenant; I will marry thee to my self for ever, Hos. 2. A Christian is not to be considered abstractively, or alone;
And Therefore the Covenant of grace is said to be an everlasting Covenant; I will marry thee to my self for ever, Hos. 2. A Christian is not to be considered abstractively, or alone;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for then indeed he is a weak creature, as weak as other men are: but consider him in his Rock on whom he is built;
for then indeed he is a weak creature, as weak as other men Are: but Consider him in his Rock on whom he is built;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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consider him in his Husband to whom he is united and knit; consider him in his head Christ:
Consider him in his Husband to whom he is united and knit; Consider him in his head christ:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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look upon him as he is thus founded and stablished, oh he is an excellent person.
look upon him as he is thus founded and established, o he is an excellent person.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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See him in the difference betwixt him and others.
See him in the difference betwixt him and Others.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Those that are not stablished by a firm judgment, and will, and affection, and so by faith in Jesus Christ, what consistence, what stability have they? Those who have the firmnesse they have in the favour of men, it is but vanity:
Those that Are not established by a firm judgement, and will, and affection, and so by faith in jesus christ, what consistence, what stability have they? Those who have the firmness they have in the favour of men, it is but vanity:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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those that have the firmnesse they have in riches, what are they? how soon do they leave it all? those that have the firmnesse they have in dependance upon any creature, be it never so great;
those that have the firmness they have in riches, what Are they? how soon do they leave it all? those that have the firmness they have in dependence upon any creature, be it never so great;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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alas, they are nothing, they are all vanity. Both we our selves in depending, and the things we depend upon, are vanity:
alas, they Are nothing, they Are all vanity. Both we our selves in depending, and the things we depend upon, Are vanity:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore we are vanity, because we fasten upon that which is vanity: things have no more firmnesse then that hath upon which they lean:
Therefore we Are vanity, Because we fasten upon that which is vanity: things have no more firmness then that hath upon which they lean:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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those that have but a weak prop to support them, when that falls, they fall together with it.
those that have but a weak prop to support them, when that falls, they fallen together with it.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now those that are not founded upon Christ by knowledge and love, and united to him by faith,
Now those that Are not founded upon christ by knowledge and love, and united to him by faith,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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alas, what standing have they, when all things else besides God are vain? For nothing hath a being but God,
alas, what standing have they, when all things Else beside God Are vain? For nothing hath a being but God,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and a Christian so far as he leans upon God.
and a Christian so Far as he leans upon God.
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Were not all things taken out of nothing? and shall not they all turn to nothing? must not this whole world be consumed with fire?
Were not all things taken out of nothing? and shall not they all turn to nothing? must not this Whole world be consumed with fire?
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There must be a new world, a new heaven, and a new earth; but this and all the excellencies in it, as they were raised out of nothing,
There must be a new world, a new heaven, and a new earth; but this and all the excellencies in it, as they were raised out of nothing,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so they shall come to nothing: God he is, I am that I am, saith he:
so they shall come to nothing: God he is, I am that I am, Says he:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Christ he is yesterday, to day, to morrow, and the same for ever.
and christ he is yesterday, to day, to morrow, and the same for ever.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man cannot say of any creature in the world, that it was yesterday, and shall be to morrow, and for ever.
A man cannot say of any creature in the world, that it was yesterday, and shall be to morrow, and for ever.
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We may say it of Christ, he is Alpha and Omega, the first and the last, he was,
We may say it of christ, he is Alpha and Omega, the First and the last, he was,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and is, and is to come: and is, and is to come:
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and therefore those that are founded upon him, that have their happinesse in him, they are firm as he is firm:
and Therefore those that Are founded upon him, that have their happiness in him, they Are firm as he is firm:
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and those that build upon any other thing, they vanish as the thing vanisheth.
and those that built upon any other thing, they vanish as the thing Vanishes.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is nothing in the world hath such a Being, but it is subject in time not to be:
There is nothing in the world hath such a Being, but it is Subject in time not to be:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for of necessity God must be alwayes like himself, he is Jehovah, I am, I am at all times;
for of necessity God must be always like himself, he is Jehovah, I am, I am At all times;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Christ he is Jehovah: A Christian therefore, and none but a Christian hath a firm stablishing in Christ.
and christ he is Jehovah: A Christian Therefore, and none but a Christian hath a firm establishing in christ.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Without this stablishing in Christ what are we? what are wicked men? Chaffe, that the wind blowes away;
Without this establishing in christ what Are we? what Are wicked men? Chaff, that the wind blows away;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they are grasse, &c. things of nothing carried away with every blast: but a Christian is a stone, a rock, built upon Christ Jesus.
they Are grass, etc. things of nothing carried away with every blast: but a Christian is a stone, a rock, built upon christ jesus.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But to come to the Person, who it is that stablisheth: He that stablisheth us in Christ, is God
But to come to the Person, who it is that stablisheth: He that stablisheth us in christ, is God
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Wherein we may consider these two Branches: God must stablish. God will stablish. Can none stablish the soul upon Christ, but God? No;
Wherein we may Consider these two Branches: God must establish. God will establish. Can none establish the soul upon christ, but God? No;
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For God is the onely maker of the Marriage between Christ and the Church.
For God is the only maker of the Marriage between christ and the Church.
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The same God that brought Adam and Eve together in Paradise, brings the Church and Christ together.
The same God that brought Adam and Eve together in Paradise, brings the Church and christ together.
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And as he gives Christ to the Church, and hath sealed and appointed him to be wisdome, righteousnesse, sanctification, and redemption:
And as he gives christ to the Church, and hath sealed and appointed him to be Wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption:
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(being made of God unto us for that purpose, as the Apostle saith) so he works the consent of the Church, a consent in heart and spirit to take and embrace Christ.
(being made of God unto us for that purpose, as the Apostle Says) so he works the consent of the Church, a consent in heart and Spirit to take and embrace christ.
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Now it is God onely that can work the heart to Christ; None can come unto me, except God the Father draw him.
Now it is God only that can work the heart to christ; None can come unto me, except God the Father draw him.
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It is God that gives Christ to be the husband of the Church, and that brings the Spouse the Church to Christ.
It is God that gives christ to be the husband of the Church, and that brings the Spouse the Church to christ.
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For first, it is God by his Spirit that discovers to the soul its hideous, desperate, and woful estate without Christ;
For First, it is God by his Spirit that discovers to the soul its hideous, desperate, and woeful estate without christ;
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and by the Spirit in the Ministery of the Word, layes open the riches and excellency that is in Christ,
and by the Spirit in the Ministry of the Word, lays open the riches and excellency that is in christ,
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and the firmnesse, and stability that is to be had in him;
and the firmness, and stability that is to be had in him;
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and so drawes us with the Cords of a man, with reasons, discovering an absolute necessity of geting into Christ,
and so draws us with the Cords of a man, with Reasons, discovering an absolute necessity of getting into christ,
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and of having him to be our Husband, except we will lye under the wrath of God and be damned;
and of having him to be our Husband, except we will lie under the wrath of God and be damned;
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and withal, discovering the fulnesse and excellency that is in Christ.
and withal, discovering the fullness and excellency that is in christ.
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Again, it is God onely that must stablish the soul, all the parts of it, both judgment and conscience:
Again, it is God only that must establish the soul, all the parts of it, both judgement and conscience:
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For (I beseech you) what can any humane creature, what can any thing under God work upon the soul? I mean so firmly as to stablish it:
For (I beseech you) what can any humane creature, what can any thing under God work upon the soul? I mean so firmly as to establish it:
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We say, The reason and ground of our believing the Word of God, to be the Word of God, must not be the testimony of the Church, and the authority thereof:
We say, The reason and ground of our believing the Word of God, to be the Word of God, must not be the testimony of the Church, and the Authority thereof:
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for alas, what can the judgment of man, what can the judgment of the Church do? It may incline and move the will by inducing arguments,
for alas, what can the judgement of man, what can the judgement of the Church do? It may incline and move the will by inducing Arguments,
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and so cause a humane consent:
and so cause a humane consent:
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but to establish the soul and conscience, and to assure me that the Word of God (which is the ground of my faith) is the Word of God, it must be God by his Spirit that must do it;
but to establish the soul and conscience, and to assure me that the Word of God (which is the ground of my faith) is the Word of God, it must be God by his Spirit that must do it;
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the testimony of the Church will never do it.
the testimony of the Church will never do it.
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The same Spirit that inspired holy men to write the Word of God, works in us a belief, that the Word of God is the Word of God:
The same Spirit that inspired holy men to write the Word of God, works in us a belief, that the Word of God is the Word of God:
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The stablishing argument must be by the power of Gods Spirit.
The establishing argument must be by the power of God's Spirit.
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God (joyning with the soul and spirit of a man whom he intends to convert, besides that inbred light that is in the soul) causeth him to see a Divine Majestie shining forth in the Scriptures:
God (joining with the soul and Spirit of a man whom he intends to convert, beside that inbred Light that is in the soul) Causes him to see a Divine Majesty shining forth in the Scriptures:
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so that there must be an infused establishing by the Spirit, to settle the heart in this first principle, (and indeed in all other Divine principles) that the Scriptures are the Word of God.
so that there must be an infused establishing by the Spirit, to settle the heart in this First principle, (and indeed in all other Divine principles) that the Scriptures Are the Word of God.
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And (to go on a little further) this is a fundamental errour in our practice.
And (to go on a little further) this is a fundamental error in our practice.
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For what is the reason we have so many Apostates? what is the reason so many are so fruitlesse in their lives? what is the reason that men despair in death? but even this, For what is the reason we have so many Apostates? what is the reason so many Are so fruitless in their lives? what is the reason that men despair in death? but even this,
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because men are not built and stablished aright: Gods Spirit never stablished their soules in Divine truths.
Because men Are not built and established aright: God's Spirit never established their Souls in Divine truths.
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For first, concerning Apostasie, ask them, what is the reason they are of this or that Religion? They will say, they have been taught so, they have been brought up to it;
For First, Concerning Apostasy, ask them, what is the reason they Are of this or that Religion? They will say, they have been taught so, they have been brought up to it;
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the company with whom they have conversed, have been devout men, and have been alwayes led with this opinion;
the company with whom they have conversed, have been devout men, and have been always led with this opinion;
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and they see no reason to thwart it.
and they see no reason to thwart it.
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Is that all? Hath not the Spirit wrought these things in thy heart? hath he not given thee a taste of them? hath he not convinced thee in thy judgment that it is so? hast thou not found the power of the Spirit working upon thy soul, changing of thee, raising of thee, drawing of thee out of the world nearer to God? hast thou not (I say) felt the power of the Spirit this way?
Is that all? Hath not the Spirit wrought these things in thy heart? hath he not given thee a taste of them? hath he not convinced thee in thy judgement that it is so? hast thou not found the power of the Spirit working upon thy soul, changing of thee, raising of thee, drawing of thee out of the world nearer to God? hast thou not (I say) felt the power of the Spirit this Way?
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No, but thus I was catechized, and thus I have been bred, and thus I have heard in the Ministery.
No, but thus I was Catechized, and thus I have been bred, and thus I have herd in the Ministry.
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for when a man believes not that which he believes from the Spirit of God, he will be ready when dangerous times come,
for when a man believes not that which he believes from the Spirit of God, he will be ready when dangerous times come,
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when there is an onset made by the adversaries, to fall, and to fall clean away,
when there is an onset made by the Adversaries, to fallen, and to fallen clean away,
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as we see it was in the time of Popery:
as we see it was in the time of Popery:
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for whatsoever is not spiritual, whatsoever knowledge is not Divine, and from the Spirit of God, never holds out.
for whatsoever is not spiritual, whatsoever knowledge is not Divine, and from the Spirit of God, never holds out.
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Therefore (I beseech you) what's the reason that you have many illiterate men, that set upon the truth and hold out to the end:
Therefore (I beseech you) what's the reason that you have many illiterate men, that Set upon the truth and hold out to the end:
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and on the contrary many great seeming Scholars that are skilful in school-learning, and in other Authours, do not? The reason is, the one hath the truth from the Spirit, discovering all the objections that the heart of man can make against it,
and on the contrary many great seeming Scholars that Are skilful in School learning, and in other Authors, do not? The reason is, the one hath the truth from the Spirit, discovering all the objections that the heart of man can make against it,
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and the strength that is in the truth to answer and silence all those objections.
and the strength that is in the truth to answer and silence all those objections.
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The other man hath onely a discoursing knowledge, an ability to gather one thing from another,
The other man hath only a discoursing knowledge, an ability to gather one thing from Another,
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and to prove one thing by another, by strength of parts:
and to prove one thing by Another, by strength of parts:
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But the Spirit of God never discover'd the sleights and the corruptions of his heart, never fastned and settled his heart upon the truth, he never had experience of the truth:
But the Spirit of God never discovered the sleights and the corruptions of his heart, never fastened and settled his heart upon the truth, he never had experience of the truth:
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For indeed nothing doth stablish so much as the experience of the truth on which we are stablished.
For indeed nothing does establish so much as the experience of the truth on which we Are established.
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Again, what is the reason of that unfruitfulnesse that is amongst men? but because truths were never settled in the soul by the Spirit of God.
Again, what is the reason of that unfruitfulness that is among men? but Because truths were never settled in the soul by the Spirit of God.
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That which men know out of the Word of God, concerning Christ and the priviledges by him, they were never perswaded of it in their hearts;
That which men know out of the Word of God, Concerning christ and the privileges by him, they were never persuaded of it in their hearts;
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therefore they come not to a fruitful conversation.
Therefore they come not to a fruitful Conversation.
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It is impossible but that men should be abundantly fruitful, that have spiritual apprehensions of Divine things, of Evangelical truths.
It is impossible but that men should be abundantly fruitful, that have spiritual apprehensions of Divine things, of Evangelical truths.
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Hence comes all our unthankfulnesse and undervaluing of the Gospel. The Gospel of it self is an unprized thing;
Hence comes all our unthankfulness and undervaluing of the Gospel. The Gospel of it self is an unprized thing;
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however we esteem of it, God values it highly:
however we esteem of it, God value's it highly:
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we value it not, because our apprehensions of it are customary and formal, gotten by breeding,
we valve it not, Because our apprehensions of it Are customary and formal, got by breeding,
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and education, and discourse, and not by the Spirit: we feel not the spiritual and heavenly comforts of those truths we think we know.
and education, and discourse, and not by the Spirit: we feel not the spiritual and heavenly comforts of those truths we think we know.
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we cannot know spiritual and heavenly things, by a humane light, but as the things themselves are spiritual,
we cannot know spiritual and heavenly things, by a humane Light, but as the things themselves Are spiritual,
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How comes likewise Despair in time of temptation, and in death, but onely because men want this stablishing by the Spirit of God? Men go on in evil courses, trusting to a formal, dead, humane knowledge, gotten by humane meanes;
How comes likewise Despair in time of temptation, and in death, but only Because men want this establishing by the Spirit of God? Men go on in evil courses, trusting to a formal, dead, humane knowledge, got by humane means;
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and not settled in them by the Spirit of God, that hath not sealed the truth in their hearts:
and not settled in them by the Spirit of God, that hath not sealed the truth in their hearts:
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and hereupon when sharp tryals come, they despair, because they have no feeling of the truths of the Gospel:
and hereupon when sharp trials come, they despair, Because they have no feeling of the truths of the Gospel:
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and so when conscience is awakened and smarts, it clamours and cryes out upon all their formall and humane knowledge:
and so when conscience is awakened and smarts, it clamours and cries out upon all their formal and humane knowledge:
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For they having not a spiritual sense of the mercies of God in Christ, and the perswasions of comfort, are not so near to support the soul,
For they having not a spiritual sense of the Mercies of God in christ, and the persuasions of Comfort, Are not so near to support the soul,
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as the tentations, and vexations, and torments are, how can they but despair? Now who can still the conscience but the Spirit of God? Why now,
as the tentations, and vexations, and torments Are, how can they but despair? Now who can still the conscience but the Spirit of God? Why now,
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if the knowledge that men had were spiritual and heavenly; in all accusations of conscience, it would set conscience down, and still it;
if the knowledge that men had were spiritual and heavenly; in all accusations of conscience, it would Set conscience down, and still it;
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I am a sinner indeed, I am this and this, but I have felt the sweet mercies of God in Christ:
I am a sinner indeed, I am this and this, but I have felt the sweet Mercies of God in christ:
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God hath said to my soul, I am thy salvation: he hath intimated to my spirit by a sweet voyce, Son, thy sinnes are forgiven thee.
God hath said to my soul, I am thy salvation: he hath intimated to my Spirit by a sweet voice, Son, thy Sins Are forgiven thee.
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Where there is (I say) a knowledge and an apprehension of these Evangelical truths wrought by the Spirit, it sets down Conscience and stills it,
Where there is (I say) a knowledge and an apprehension of these Evangelical truths wrought by the Spirit, it sets down Conscience and stills it,
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though the heart rage at the same time.
though the heart rage At the same time.
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There are thousands in the very bosome of the Church that miscarry because of this, resting in a literall, outward, formall knowledge, gotten onely by discourse,
There Are thousands in the very bosom of the Church that miscarry Because of this, resting in a literal, outward, formal knowledge, got only by discourse,
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and by reading, and commerce with others; and never labour to have their hearts stablished in Christ by Gods Spirit.
and by reading, and commerce with Others; and never labour to have their hearts established in christ by God's Spirit.
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You see here then a necessity of Gods writing his truth in our bowels:
You see Here then a necessity of God's writing his truth in our bowels:
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he saith in the Covenant of grace, I will write my Law in their inward parts;
he Says in the Covenant of grace, I will write my Law in their inward parts;
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thaat is, I will teach their very hearts: that knowledge that they have, shall be spiritual.
thaat is, I will teach their very hearts: that knowledge that they have, shall be spiritual.
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For (beloved) the knowledge that must save us, must not onely be of Divine things, but it must be Divine;
For (Beloved) the knowledge that must save us, must not only be of Divine things, but it must be Divine;
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it must not onely be of spirituall things, but it must be spiritual: the light that we have of spirituall things must be answerable to the things;
it must not only be of spiritual things, but it must be spiritual: the Light that we have of spiritual things must be answerable to the things;
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we must see them by their own light:
we must see them by their own Light:
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so we must have the Spirit of God, that by it we may come to know spiritual things spiritually.
so we must have the Spirit of God, that by it we may come to know spiritual things spiritually.
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Desire God therefore to vouchsafe us his Spirit, that it may teach us, and convince us of the truth of those things which we read and hear.
Desire God Therefore to vouchsafe us his Spirit, that it may teach us, and convince us of the truth of those things which we read and hear.
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God must do it, he must perswade and bow the heart, and will, and affections; and so he will do it, and doth it to those that rely upon him:
God must do it, he must persuade and bow the heart, and will, and affections; and so he will do it, and does it to those that rely upon him:
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And this is the second Branch. As God must do it, so God will do it.
And this is the second Branch. As God must do it, so God will do it.
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What is the Reason of that? It is this; he will do it, because he is constant: What is the Reason of that? It is this; he will do it, Because he is constant:
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where he begins a good work, he will finish it to the day of the Lord.
where he begins a good work, he will finish it to the day of the Lord.
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He will do it, because in the Covenant of Grace he hath undertaken both parts, both his own, and ours.
He will do it, Because in the Covenant of Grace he hath undertaken both parts, both his own, and ours.
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He undertakes his own part, which is to give us eternal life, and to give us Christ;
He undertakes his own part, which is to give us Eternal life, and to give us christ;
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and he undertakes our part too, which is to believe, and to cleave unto Christ, &c. he makes this good himself, he works this in the heart by the Spirit:
and he undertakes our part too, which is to believe, and to cleave unto christ, etc. he makes this good himself, he works this in the heart by the Spirit:
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for therefore it is called the Covenant of Grace, because God himself is graciously pleased to do both parts.
for Therefore it is called the Covenant of Grace, Because God himself is graciously pleased to do both parts.
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Which must be comfortably remembred against an Objection that flesh and blood will make.
Which must be comfortably remembered against an Objection that Flesh and blood will make.
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I might indeed come to God, and Christ, but I am an unworthy empty creature, I have no faith.
I might indeed come to God, and christ, but I am an unworthy empty creature, I have no faith.
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Come, and atrend upon the means, the gift of application, and confirming, and stablishing, is part of the Covenant.
Come, and atrend upon the means, the gift of application, and confirming, and establishing, is part of the Covenant.
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The Covenant that God makes with thee, is not onely to give thee life everlasting, and glory;
The Covenant that God makes with thee, is not only to give thee life everlasting, and glory;
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but to give thee grace likewise. Faith is the gift of God.
but to give thee grace likewise. Faith is the gift of God.
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He that stablisheth us, and confirms us upon that which is certain in it self, is God.
He that stablisheth us, and confirms us upon that which is certain in it self, is God.
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Lay it up against a time of temptation for a pillar and ground of your faith; that here God doth both:
Lay it up against a time of temptation for a pillar and ground of your faith; that Here God does both:
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he gives us Promises, and gives us Christ whereon the Promises are founded; and likewise establisheth us, and seals us, &c. he doth all.
he gives us Promises, and gives us christ whereon the Promises Are founded; and likewise Establisheth us, and Seals us, etc. he does all.
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So that as none can stablish the soul but God by his Spirit: so he will do it.
So that as none can establish the soul but God by his Spirit: so he will do it.
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It is an excellent reason of the Apostle in Rom. 5. If when we were enemies God gave us his Son to reconcile us,
It is an excellent reason of the Apostle in Rom. 5. If when we were enemies God gave us his Son to reconcile us,
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A Christian is omnipotent if he depend upon the Promise, and commit his wayes to God;
A Christian is omnipotent if he depend upon the Promise, and commit his ways to God;
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how much more now shall we be saved? If we were saved by the Death of Christ when we were enemies, much more shall we be preserved by his life, he now living in heaven.how much more now shall we be saved? If we were saved by the Death of christ when we were enemies, much more shall we be preserved by his life, he now living in heaven.
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So I say, If God when there was nothing in us, but we were in a clean opposite estate, did begin spiritual life in us, much more will he stablish that which he hath begun in us.
So I say, If God when there was nothing in us, but we were in a clean opposite estate, did begin spiritual life in us, much more will he establish that which he hath begun in us.
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And this stablishing as well as the beginning of grace comes likewise from God:
And this establishing as well as the beginning of grace comes likewise from God:
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for take Grace in the whole latitude and extent of it, take all that can be in grace, all comes graciously from God:
for take Grace in the Whole latitude and extent of it, take all that can be in grace, all comes graciously from God:
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the offer of it, the beginning of it;
the offer of it, the beginning of it;
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this manner of it, that it should be strong, the strengthning of grace, it comes from God:
this manner of it, that it should be strong, the strengthening of grace, it comes from God:
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he strengtheneth us in grace, as well as begins it:
he strengtheneth us in grace, as well as begins it:
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so that Grace it self, and this Modus, this manner, that it is strong and firm, that it should hold out, all comes from God.
so that Grace it self, and this Modus, this manner, that it is strong and firm, that it should hold out, all comes from God.
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A Christian needs not onely converting grace, but stablishing grace: God that converted him, must stablish him, and build him up, and confirm him.
A Christian needs not only converting grace, but establishing grace: God that converted him, must establish him, and built him up, and confirm him.
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Peter was in the state of grace, and yet when God did not stablish him; you see how he fell:Peter was in the state of grace, and yet when God did not establish him; you see how he fell:
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so David was an excellent man, but when God did not stablish him, you see how he fell.
so David was an excellent man, but when God did not establish him, you see how he fell.
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The weakest with the stablishing grace of God will stand; and the strongest without the stablishing grace of God, will sink and fall.
The Weakest with the establishing grace of God will stand; and the Strongest without the establishing grace of God, will sink and fallen.
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The Apostle doth not say, he hath done, but he doth stablish us. This must be considered, that the life of a Christian is a perpetual dependant life:
The Apostle does not say, he hath done, but he does establish us. This must be considered, that the life of a Christian is a perpetual dependant life:
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not onely in his conversion he lives by faith, he hath his first life;
not only in his conversion he lives by faith, he hath his First life;
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but ever after he lives by faith, that is, dependance on God for assistance, and protection,
but ever After he lives by faith, that is, dependence on God for assistance, and protection,
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and strength in the whole course of his life. The ignorance of this makes us subject to fail:
and strength in the Whole course of his life. The ignorance of this makes us Subject to fail:
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for when we trust to grace received, and do not seek for a new supply, we fall into Peters case:
for when we trust to grace received, and do not seek for a new supply, we fallen into Peter's case:
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Though all men for sake thee, yet will not I: hereupon Peter fell fouly, he had too much confidence in grace received.Though all men for sake thee, yet will not I: hereupon Peter fell foully, he had too much confidence in grace received.
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Therefore God is fain to humble his children to teach them dependance:
Therefore God is fain to humble his children to teach them dependence:
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but he is impotent, and weak in himself. It is God that must stablish us. A man that is vanity, he makes him firm:
but he is impotent, and weak in himself. It is God that must establish us. A man that is vanity, he makes him firm:
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and usually therefore in Scripture, where some special grace is given, he hath somewhat joyned with it, to put them in mind that they do not stand by their own strength.
and usually Therefore in Scripture, where Some special grace is given, he hath somewhat joined with it, to put them in mind that they do not stand by their own strength.
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In the same Chapter where Peter makes a glorious confession, Thou art the Son of the living God, and he was honoured of Christ by that confession;
In the same Chapter where Peter makes a glorious Confessi, Thou art the Son of the living God, and he was honoured of christ by that Confessi;
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yet Christ calls him Satan in the same Chapter, and he forsakes his Master. A strange thing:
yet christ calls him Satan in the same Chapter, and he forsakes his Master. A strange thing:
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To teach us, that we stand not of our selves. When we are strong, it is by God;
To teach us, that we stand not of our selves. When we Are strong, it is by God;
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when we are weak, it is by our selves.
when we Are weak, it is by our selves.
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Jacob wrastled, and was a prevailer with God, but he was fain to halt for it;Jacob wrestled, and was a prevailer with God, but he was fain to halt for it;
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he was struck with halting all the dayes of his life:
he was struck with halting all the days of his life:
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though he had the victory, and overcame God, taking upon him (as I said before) the person of an enemy to strive with him;
though he had the victory, and overcame God, taking upon him (as I said before) the person of an enemy to strive with him;
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yet God to put him in mind, that he had the strength whereby he prevailed, from him, and not of himself:
yet God to put him in mind, that he had the strength whereby he prevailed, from him, and not of himself:
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he made him limp all his dayes. We need perpetual dependance upon God.
he made him limp all his days. We need perpetual dependence upon God.
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Therefore let us set upon nothing in our own strength, as Hannah saith comfortably, 1 Sam. 2. No man is strong by his own strength. God is all our sufficiency.
Therefore let us Set upon nothing in our own strength, as Hannah Says comfortably, 1 Sam. 2. No man is strong by his own strength. God is all our sufficiency.
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Mans nature doth affect a kind of Divinity, he would be a God to himself: but God will teach him that he is not a God; but a dependant creature. He affects a Divinity;
men nature does affect a kind of Divinity, he would be a God to himself: but God will teach him that he is not a God; but a dependant creature. He affects a Divinity;
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thus he will set upon things in confidence of his own wisdome without prayer, and thinks to work things with the strength of his own parts, to compasse things with his own wit, to bring things to a good issue.
thus he will Set upon things in confidence of his own Wisdom without prayer, and thinks to work things with the strength of his own parts, to compass things with his own wit, to bring things to a good issue.
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O no, it will not be so. In Prov. 3. Acknowledge God in all thy wayes:
O no, it will not be so. In Curae 3. Acknowledge God in all thy ways:
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That is, acknowledge him in thy enterprizes in any thing: acknowledge him in the progresse, that thou needest stabilishing grace:
That is, acknowledge him in thy Enterprises in any thing: acknowledge him in the progress, that thou Needest stabilishing grace:
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acknowledge him in the issue, that thou needest his blessing upon all thy endeavours: acknowledge God in all our wayes.
acknowledge him in the issue, that thou Needest his blessing upon all thy endeavours: acknowledge God in all our ways.
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Therefore whas do we but make our selves Gods, when we set upon businesse, especially weighty, without invocation and dependance? A Christian is wondrous weak, a man is vanity in himself:
Therefore whas do we but make our selves God's, when we Set upon business, especially weighty, without invocation and dependence? A Christian is wondrous weak, a man is vanity in himself:
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but take him as he is built upon the promises, and as he is in the love of God,
but take him as he is built upon the promises, and as he is in the love of God,
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and Christ, he is a kind of almighty man; then I can do all things in Christ that strengtheneth me.
and christ, he is a kind of almighty man; then I can do all things in christ that strengtheneth me.
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a man that is weak, he makes him strong: a man that is unsettled, he settles him.
a man that is weak, he makes him strong: a man that is unsettled, he settles him.
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The Word is a firm thing, and God that builds us on the Word is as firm;
The Word is a firm thing, and God that builds us on the Word is as firm;
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and Christ in whom we are built is as firm.
and christ in whom we Are built is as firm.
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Peter when he built on the Word he was wondrous firm, he was a rock too.Peter when he built on the Word he was wondrous firm, he was a rock too.
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A man that stands on a rock is firm.
A man that Stands on a rock is firm.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now in believing the Gospel, and in being built on the Gospel, upon the Prophets and Apostles, upon Apostolical truth,
Now in believing the Gospel, and in being built on the Gospel, upon the prophets and Apostles, upon Apostolical truth,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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now we that are weak in our selves are firm. The weakest creatures have the strongest shelters;
now we that Are weak in our selves Are firm. The Weakest creatures have the Strongest shelters;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and weaknesse is turned by God to be a help: for conscience of weaknesse makes us seek for strength out of our selves.
and weakness is turned by God to be a help: for conscience of weakness makes us seek for strength out of our selves.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You know, the Conies (as Solomon saith) they hide themselves in the rock, they flee to their burroughs.
You know, the Conies (as Solomon Says) they hide themselves in the rock, they flee to their burroughs.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The birds, because snares are laid for them below, they build their nests on high to secure themselves that way.
The Birds, Because snares Are laid for them below, they built their nests on high to secure themselves that Way.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We see the Vine, a weak plant, it hath the Elm to prop it, weak things must have a strong support:
We see the Vine, a weak plant, it hath the Elm to prop it, weak things must have a strong support:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So man being weak in himself, weak in judgment, weak in affections, he is stablished by God.
So man being weak in himself, weak in judgement, weak in affections, he is established by God.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God herein triumphing in our weaknesse over strength. For when we have strong Adversaries, and we are weak, Satan is a strong enemy.
God herein triumphing in our weakness over strength. For when we have strong Adversaries, and we Are weak, Satan is a strong enemy.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God himself puts upon him the vizor of an enemy sometimes, as in Job's case, and Christs on the Crosse;
God himself puts upon him the vizor of an enemy sometime, as in Job's case, and Christ on the Cross;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when God personates an enemy, and the devil is a real enemy;
when God personates an enemy, and the Devil is a real enemy;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And the devils instruments, Hereticks, and Seducers are strong, strong in wit and parts every way,
And the Devils Instruments, Heretics, and Seducers Are strong, strong in wit and parts every Way,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and we are weak to encounter with God, to wrastle with him;
and we Are weak to encounter with God, to wrestle with him;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and we are weak to encounter with Principalities and powers, and with men of stronger parts, that are besotted,
and we Are weak to encounter with Principalities and Powers, and with men of Stronger parts, that Are besotted,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and intoxicated with Satanical temptations, and labour to draw all into the snare of the devil with themselves:
and intoxicated with Satanical temptations, and labour to draw all into the snare of the Devil with themselves:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now when God in weaknesse shall triumph over strength, here is glory to God, in stablishing us.
Now when God in weakness shall triumph over strength, Here is glory to God, in establishing us.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is God that must stablish us. And as God must onely do it, so he is ready to do it:
It is God that must establish us. And as God must only do it, so he is ready to do it:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for in the Covenant of grace it lies upon him, God hath promised there to confirm it;
for in the Covenant of grace it lies upon him, God hath promised there to confirm it;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If it be God that stablisheth us, let us make this Use of it; Let God have the glory of our stablishing.
If it be God that stablisheth us, let us make this Use of it; Let God have the glory of our establishing.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore the Apostle, 1 Cor. 7. 8, 9. binds it with the faithfulnesse of God, Faithful is he that hath promised, who also will do it.
and Therefore the Apostle, 1 Cor. 7. 8, 9. binds it with the faithfulness of God, Faithful is he that hath promised, who also will do it.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God is content that our confirmation should lye upon his faithfulnesse;
God is content that our confirmation should lie upon his faithfulness;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore when he accepts us into the Covenant of grace, he performs our part as well as his own:
and Therefore when he accepts us into the Covenant of grace, he performs our part as well as his own:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God is faithful (saith the Apostle, 2 Cor. 9.) who hath called us to the fellowship of Christ, who will confirm us to the end:God is faithful (Says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 9.) who hath called us to the fellowship of christ, who will confirm us to the end:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is content to hazard his reputation, as it were, and to be counted unfaithfull else:
he is content to hazard his reputation, as it were, and to be counted unfaithful Else:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so that strengthening grace is of God, he hath bound himself by his faithfulnesse to confirm and to stablish those that are his.
so that strengthening grace is of God, he hath bound himself by his faithfulness to confirm and to establish those that Are his.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Mark here by the way, (before I come to handle the Doctrine of perseverance) what an invincibld Argument you have to prove, that a man that is once in Christ can never fall away.
Mark Here by the Way, (before I come to handle the Doctrine of perseverance) what an invincibld Argument you have to prove, that a man that is once in christ can never fallen away.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Say they, Indeed, God for his part is ready to maintain us, to do this; but we for our part are subject to fall away:
Say they, Indeed, God for his part is ready to maintain us, to do this; but we for our part Are Subject to fallen away:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as if the carrying of us along in the course of grace to salvation, did not lye upon God and Christ.
as if the carrying of us along in the course of grace to salvation, did not lie upon God and christ.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God is faithful to confirm us to the end:
God is faithful to confirm us to the end:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we being once in the Covenant of grace, he doth our part and his own too:
we being once in the Covenant of grace, he does our part and his own too:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how can those then that are in the state of grace ever finally fall away?
how can those then that Are in the state of grace ever finally fallen away?
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now God doth confirm us, by working such graces in us by his Spirit, by which we are stablished. As for instance;
Now God does confirm us, by working such graces in us by his Spirit, by which we Are established. As for instance;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I will put my fear into their hearts, that they shall never depart from me: he stablisheth us by fear:I will put my Fear into their hearts, that they shall never depart from me: he stablisheth us by Fear:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Make an end of your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God that works in you both the will and the deed: Make an end of your salvation with Fear and trembling, for it is God that works in you both the will and the deed:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he puts a spirit of jealousie into a man over his corruptions; and a reverential filial fear, which keepeth him from presuming.
he puts a Spirit of jealousy into a man over his corruptions; and a reverential filial Fear, which Keepeth him from presuming.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And likewise he preserveth us by Wisdome, as it is, Prov. 2. 10, 11. When wisdome entreth into thy heart;
And likewise he Preserveth us by Wisdom, as it is, Curae 2. 10, 11. When Wisdom entereth into thy heart;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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discretion shall preserve thee, and understanding shall keep thee. And by Faith:discretion shall preserve thee, and understanding shall keep thee. And by Faith:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You are kept (saith the Apostle) by the mighty power of God through faith to salvation. You Are kept (Says the Apostle) by the mighty power of God through faith to salvation.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And by Peace of Conscience, which is wrought in the heart by the Spirit:
And by Peace of Conscience, which is wrought in the heart by the Spirit:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Peace of God which passeth all understanding shall guard (for so the word signifieth) your hearts and minds; that is, a true Believer that is once in Christ, he finds such joy in the Holy Ghost, such inward peace of conscience, The Peace of God which passes all understanding shall guard (for so the word signifies) your hearts and minds; that is, a true Believer that is once in christ, he finds such joy in the Holy Ghost, such inward peace of conscience,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as preserves and guards him from despair, from the temptations of Satan, from the seeming wrath of God.
as preserves and guards him from despair, from the temptations of Satan, from the seeming wrath of God.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So that God as he stablisheth us, so he stablisheth us as it becometh Christians,
So that God as he stablisheth us, so he stablisheth us as it Becometh Christians,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as it becomes men, by sanctifying our understandings, by working grace in our hearts, the grace of fear, of wisdome, of faith, of peace, &c. so that a Christian now cannot presume, save in a holy kind of presumption, that God will finish his own good work.
as it becomes men, by sanctifying our understandings, by working grace in our hearts, the grace of Fear, of Wisdom, of faith, of peace, etc. so that a Christian now cannot presume, save in a holy kind of presumption, that God will finish his own good work.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But of this (I say) I shall have fitter occasion to speak hereafter. To conclude therefore;
But of this (I say) I shall have fitter occasion to speak hereafter. To conclude Therefore;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God you see must stablish, and God will stablish. It is a Point of great comfort every way:
God you see must establish, and God will establish. It is a Point of great Comfort every Way:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Comfort from the foundation and root in whom we are stablished;
Comfort from the Foundation and root in whom we Are established;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and from him that hath taken upon him to stablish us, God by his holy Spirit.
and from him that hath taken upon him to establish us, God by his holy Spirit.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If a Christian should fall, God must be unstable; or Christ the foundation must be unstable;
If a Christian should fallen, God must be unstable; or christ the Foundation must be unstable;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or the holy Spirit by which we are stablished must be unstable: but it were blasphemy to think thus.
or the holy Spirit by which we Are established must be unstable: but it were blasphemy to think thus.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I come now to the last thing, The subject, or the persons that are stablished; us with you. He that stablisheth us with you.
I come now to the last thing, The Subject, or the Persons that Are established; us with you. He that stablisheth us with you.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We should have honourable conceits of all Christians: there is an oyntment runs down upon the very skirts of Aaron's garment:
We should have honourable conceits of all Christians: there is an ointment runs down upon the very skirts of Aaron's garment:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is not the lowest Christian, but he receiveth something from Christ the head. Perhaps thou hast one grace in an eminent manner;
there is not the lowest Christian, but he receives something from christ the head. Perhaps thou hast one grace in an eminent manner;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it may be he hath another more eminent then thou hast: thou may est have more knowledge, he may have more humility:
it may be he hath Another more eminent then thou hast: thou may est have more knowledge, he may have more humility:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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thou mayest have more strength of judgment, he may have more sense of his own wants.
thou Mayest have more strength of judgement, he may have more sense of his own Wants.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is somewhat in every Christian that is valuable, that is estimable and precious, not only in the eye of God, who valued him so as to give his Son for him;
There is somewhat in every Christian that is valuable, that is estimable and precious, not only in the eye of God, who valued him so as to give his Son for him;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but should be so also in the eye of stronger Christians:
but should be so also in the eye of Stronger Christians:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore S. Paul here, a strong Christian, out of the sweetnesse of his spirit, joynes, us with you: he saith not, you with us;
Therefore S. Paul Here, a strong Christian, out of the sweetness of his Spirit, joins, us with you: he Says not, you with us;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but as if they were as firmly set in Christ as himself, he saith, us with you: he puts them together with himself:
but as if they were as firmly Set in christ as himself, he Says, us with you: he puts them together with himself:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for indeed, all of us one with another, weak Christians, and strong Christians fetch all that we have from one Fountain, draw all from one Spring, are led all by one Spirit.
for indeed, all of us one with Another, weak Christians, and strong Christians fetch all that we have from one Fountain, draw all from one Spring, Are led all by one Spirit.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You have here also the Character of a sound Christian; he loves and values all Christians.
You have Here also the Character of a found Christian; he loves and value's all Christians.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A carnal man may value excellent Christians, that have excellent parts, of whom he hopes for kindnesse in some peculiar regard,
A carnal man may valve excellent Christians, that have excellent parts, of whom he hope's for kindness in Some peculiar regard,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but he loves not all the Saints.
but he loves not all the Saints.
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Love to all Christians as they be Christians, because they have some anointing of the Spirit, some earnest, somewhat they have to be valued, is a note of a good and sound Christian.
Love to all Christians as they be Christians, Because they have Some anointing of the Spirit, Some earnest, somewhat they have to be valued, is a note of a good and found Christian.
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Another reason why he joynes us with you, is, to shew that the working of the Spirit, it is not in the members severed from the body;
another reason why he joins us with you, is, to show that the working of the Spirit, it is not in the members severed from the body;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but as they are in the body. The Spirit works in us, but in us with you, and in you with us:
but as they Are in the body. The Spirit works in us, but in us with you, and in you with us:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is, as all the spirits come from the head and heart to the severall members of the body,
that is, as all the spirits come from the head and heart to the several members of the body,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so they must be united, they must be in the body, before they can have the benefit of the spirits;
so they must be united, they must be in the body, before they can have the benefit of the spirits;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there must be an union with Christ the head and with the rest of the members before we can have the Spirit to strengthen us and anoint us;
there must be an Union with christ the head and with the rest of the members before we can have the Spirit to strengthen us and anoint us;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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those that rend themselves from the body, cannot hope for stablishing from the head. This should be a bond to ty us to the communion of Saints:
those that rend themselves from the body, cannot hope for establishing from the head. This should be a bound to ty us to the communion of Saints:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we have all that we have in the body: we all grow in the body: we are all stones in one building, whereof Christ is the foundation;
we have all that we have in the body: we all grow in the body: we Are all stones in one building, whereof christ is the Foundation;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore as stones in an Arch strengthen one another, so should we. Let us look for grace to be given in the communion of Saints:
Therefore as stones in an Arch strengthen one Another, so should we. Let us look for grace to be given in the communion of Saints:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is an ill sign when any man will be a solitary Christian, and will stand alone by himself.
it is an ill Signen when any man will be a solitary Christian, and will stand alone by himself.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As we are knit to Christ by faith, so we must be knit to the communion of Saints by love.
As we Are knit to christ by faith, so we must be knit to the communion of Saints by love.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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That which we have of the Spirit, is had in the communion of Saints. It is worth ohserving, the better to cherish Christian lovingnesse.
That which we have of the Spirit, is had in the communion of Saints. It is worth ohserving, the better to cherish Christian lovingness.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Thus you see the parts of this sentence, in which we have, the grace it self here spoken of, Stablishing. In whom we are stablished; In Christ. By whom; by God.
Thus you see the parts of this sentence, in which we have, the grace it self Here spoken of, Establishing. In whom we Are established; In christ. By whom; by God.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And who those are that are stablished; Us with you. To make now some Application of all.
And who those Are that Are established; Us with you. To make now Some Application of all.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If we have it in dependance upon God by Prayer, let us return all by praise, and thanksgiving:
If we have it in dependence upon God by Prayer, let us return all by praise, and thanksgiving:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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all comes of his meer grace, let all return to his meer glory; Not unto us, but unto thy Name give the praise.
all comes of his mere grace, let all return to his mere glory; Not unto us, but unto thy Name give the praise.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is the song of the Church on earth, and the song of the Church triumphant in heaven, that all glory be to God in all the whole carriage of salvation.
It is the song of the Church on earth, and the song of the Church triumphant in heaven, that all glory be to God in all the Whole carriage of salvation.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The promises are his, stablishing is his, that he would make a Covenant it is his, that he will perform his Covenant to us it is his;
The promises Are his, establishing is his, that he would make a Covenant it is his, that he will perform his Covenant to us it is his;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that he will enable us to perform the Covenant, it is by his strength, all is his:
that he will enable us to perform the Covenant, it is by his strength, all is his:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore both the Church here, and the Church in heaven, our song should be, Great,
Therefore both the Church Here, and the Church in heaven, our song should be, Great,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and gracious, and merciful is the true God, that is so gracious, and righteous in all his promises.
and gracious, and merciful is the true God, that is so gracious, and righteous in all his promises.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us labour (I beseech you) for stablishing, especially in these times.
Let us labour (I beseech you) for establishing, especially in these times.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Is it not a shame that we have gotten no more ground now, then we had threescore yeares ago? nay, that we rather call principles into question? The Pope hath been Antichrist;
Is it not a shame that we have got no more ground now, then we had threescore Years ago? nay, that we rather call principles into question? The Pope hath been Antichrist;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Traditions have been accounted Traditions, and not equal with the Word:
and Traditions have been accounted Traditions, and not equal with the Word:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what shall we now stagger in the foundation? is here our progresse? Oh (beloved) labour to be stablished in the present truth, that you may not be a prey for every subtile man.
what shall we now stagger in the Foundation? is Here our progress? O (Beloved) labour to be established in the present truth, that you may not be a prey for every subtle man.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And here especially I would speak to the younger sort, that they should labour for this stablishing betimes,
And Here especially I would speak to the younger sort, that they should labour for this establishing betimes,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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before they be engaged in the world, and before other businesses possesse them over-deeply:
before they be engaged in the world, and before other businesses possess them over-deeply:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for falshood hath more correspondency, and suits better with our corruption, specially if it be forced from subtil wits, it prevailes much with unstable dispositions;
for falsehood hath more correspondency, and suits better with our corruption, specially if it be forced from subtle wits, it prevails much with unstable dispositions;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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those that are uncatechized and ungrounded, they are soon led away: and therefore with other studies we should study the truth;
those that Are uncatechized and ungrounded, they Are soon led away: and Therefore with other studies we should study the truth;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and remember, that our best calling is to be a Christian; and our best honour, to be able to stand for the truth we professe.
and Remember, that our best calling is to be a Christian; and our best honour, to be able to stand for the truth we profess.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Labour to have fundamental graces established, and then all will be stablished: if the root be strengthened, the tree stands fast; radical graces must be strengthened.
Labour to have fundamental graces established, and then all will be established: if the root be strengthened, the tree Stands fast; radical graces must be strengthened.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First, Humility. The foundation of Religion is very low, and humility and abasing is in all parts of Religion, every grace hath a mixture of humility;
First, Humility. The Foundation of Religion is very low, and humility and abasing is in all parts of Religion, every grace hath a mixture of humility;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The more we know of a man that we have bonds from, that he is an able man,
The more we know of a man that we have bonds from, that he is an able man,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because our graces are from God: they are dependences. Now humility is an emptying grace, and acknowledgeth, that in my self I am nothing.
Because our graces Are from God: they Are dependences. Now humility is an emptying grace, and acknowledgeth, that in my self I am nothing.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Spiritual poverty with humility acknowledgeth that I in my self am a dependent creature;
Spiritual poverty with humility acknowledgeth that I in my self am a dependent creature;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if God withhold his influence, if God withdraw his grace, I shall be as other men,
if God withhold his influence, if God withdraw his grace, I shall be as other men,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as Sampson when his hair was cut. Our strength is in God altogether. Let us pray that we may be humble:
as Sampson when his hair was Cut. Our strength is in God altogether. Let us pray that we may be humble:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God gives grace to the humble. When I am weak (saith blessed S. Paul,) then I am strong: God gives grace to the humble. When I am weak (Says blessed S. Paul,) then I am strong:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is, when I am humble, and feel, and acknowledge my weaknesse, then I am strong: or else a man is not strong when he is weak,
that is, when I am humble, and feel, and acknowledge my weakness, then I am strong: or Else a man is not strong when he is weak,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but when he feeles, and acknowledgeth his weaknesse.
but when he feels, and acknowledgeth his weakness.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore let us labour to grow in humility, and self-denial, and we shall grow in strength.
Therefore let us labour to grow in humility, and self-denial, and we shall grow in strength.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then again, another radical grace to be stablished, is Faith. Depend upon God altogether:
Then again, Another radical grace to be established, is Faith. Depend upon God altogether:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for considering our strength is out of our selves, and faith being a grace that goes out of our selves,
for considering our strength is out of our selves, and faith being a grace that Goes out of our selves,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and layes hold of that that is out of our selves, faith is necessary to our stablishing;
and lays hold of that that is out of our selves, faith is necessary to our establishing;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Believe, and ye shall be stablished, saith the Prophet. Though the Promise be sure in it self, yet we must be established by faith.Believe, and you shall be established, Says the Prophet. Though the Promise be sure in it self, yet we must be established by faith.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How doth God stablish us? by working a spirit of faith: therefore strengthen faith, strengthen all other graces:
How does God establish us? by working a Spirit of faith: Therefore strengthen faith, strengthen all other graces:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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all have their issue from faith. And faith comes from sound knowledge: knowledge therefore hath the name of faith, This is eternal life, to know thee; strengthen, and increase knowledge.
all have their issue from faith. And faith comes from found knowledge: knowledge Therefore hath the name of faith, This is Eternal life, to know thee; strengthen, and increase knowledge.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Historical faith is nothing but knowledge: when we know the Word of God to be as it is;
Historical faith is nothing but knowledge: when we know the Word of God to be as it is;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that is the ground of justifying faith, and dependance.
and that is the ground of justifying faith, and dependence.
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For the more I know God in Covenant as he hath revealed himself, and the more I know the promise,
For the more I know God in Covenant as he hath revealed himself, and the more I know the promise,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the more I know Christ, the more I shall depend upon him, and trust in him;
and the more I know christ, the more I shall depend upon him, and trust in him;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They that know thy Name, will trust in thee, Psal. 9. Therefore let us labour for certainty of knowledge, that we may have certainty of faith.They that know thy Name, will trust in thee, Psalm 9. Therefore let us labour for certainty of knowledge, that we may have certainty of faith.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What is the reason that our faith is weak? because men care not to encrease their knowledge.
What is the reason that our faith is weak? Because men care not to increase their knowledge.
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The more we know of God, the more we shall trust him.
The more we know of God, the more we shall trust him.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and just of his word, we shall trust him more, and the more our security upon his promise, and bond is encreased:
and just of his word, we shall trust him more, and the more our security upon his promise, and bound is increased:
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so the more we know of God as he hath revealed himself in his Word,
so the more we know of God as he hath revealed himself in his Word,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and his voluntary Covenant he hath made with us, and performed in the examples of Scripture, the more we know him, the more we shall trust him.
and his voluntary Covenant he hath made with us, and performed in the Examples of Scripture, the more we know him, the more we shall trust him.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And this must be a spiritual knowledge;
And this must be a spiritual knowledge;
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not onely a bare, naked reading, but it must be spiritual, like the truth it self.
not only a bore, naked reading, but it must be spiritual, like the truth it self.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We must see, and know spiritual things in their own light: to know them by their own light, is to know them by the Spirit.
We must see, and know spiritual things in their own Light: to know them by their own Light, is to know them by the Spirit.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You know the Spirit dictated the Scripture to the Prophets, and Apostles, the Spirit did all:
You know the Spirit dictated the Scripture to the prophets, and Apostles, the Spirit did all:
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they wrote as they were acted by the Spirit.
they wrote as they were acted by the Spirit.
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Now the same Spirit must inform our understanding, and take away the vail of ignorance and infidelitie; I say;
Now the same Spirit must inform our understanding, and take away the Vail of ignorance and infidelity; I say;
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the Spirit must do it, we must know spiritual things in their own light.
the Spirit must do it, we must know spiritual things in their own Light.
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Therefore a carnal man can never be a good Divine, though he have never so much knowledge;
Therefore a carnal man can never be a good Divine, though he have never so much knowledge;
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an illiterate man of another calling may be a better Divine then a great Scholar:
an illiterate man of Another calling may be a better Divine then a great Scholar:
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Why? Because the one hath onely notional knowledge, discoursive knowledge, to gather by strength of parts one thing from another.
Why? Because the one hath only notional knowledge, discursive knowledge, to gather by strength of parts one thing from Another.
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Divinity is a kind of Art, and as far as it is an Art to prove one thing by another:
Divinity is a kind of Art, and as Far as it is an Art to prove one thing by Another:
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so a natural man may do wonders in it, and yet know nothing in its own spiritual light.
so a natural man may do wonders in it, and yet know nothing in its own spiritual Light.
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That is the reason the Divel himself knowes nothing, he is a spirit of darknesse, because he knowes nothing spiritually, and comfortably:
That is the reason the devil himself knows nothing, he is a Spirit of darkness, Because he knows nothing spiritually, and comfortably:
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therefore as there must be humility, and faith, for our stablishing so there must be spiritual knowledge.
Therefore as there must be humility, and faith, for our establishing so there must be spiritual knowledge.
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It is said here, that God stablisheth us:
It is said Here, that God stablisheth us:
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the same God that stablisheth us, must give us faith whereby we are stablished, and he must give us knowledge.
the same God that stablisheth us, must give us faith whereby we Are established, and he must give us knowledge.
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Beg of God that he would vouchsafe us his Spirit:
Beg of God that he would vouchsafe us his Spirit:
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when we read the Scriptures, beg of God that he would open our understanding by his own Spirit, that as there is light in the Scriptures,
when we read the Scriptures, beg of God that he would open our understanding by his own Spirit, that as there is Light in the Scriptures,
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so there may be in us. You know an eye must have light, before it can see the light;
so there may be in us. You know an eye must have Light, before it can see the Light;
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light is full of discovery of things in it self.
Light is full of discovery of things in it self.
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I can see nothing except there be light in my eye too, there must be a double light:
I can see nothing except there be Light in my eye too, there must be a double Light:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so there must be a Spirit in me, as there is a Spirit in the Scripture before I can see any thing:
so there must be a Spirit in me, as there is a Spirit in the Scripture before I can see any thing:
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God must open our eyes, and give us spiritual eye-salve, to see, and then the light of the Scripture,
God must open our eyes, and give us spiritual eyesalve, to see, and then the Light of the Scripture,
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and our light together, is suficient to found a saving faith, as stablishing faith on. What is the reason that a Christian stands to his profession, though he be weak,
and our Light together, is sufficient to found a Saving faith, as establishing faith on. What is the reason that a Christian Stands to his profession, though he be weak,
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when the greatest learned men in the world flinch in persecution? The knowledge of the one is spiritual,
when the greatest learned men in the world flinch in persecution? The knowledge of the one is spiritual,
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and heavenly, he hatht ligh in him; the other hath no divine; spiritual light;
and heavenly, he hatht ligh in him; the other hath no divine; spiritual Light;
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when light is ioyned with light, the light in the soul with the light in the Scripture, it makes men wondrous confident.
when Light is joined with Light, the Light in the soul with the Light in the Scripture, it makes men wondrous confident.
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To this end, labour to be acquainted with Gods Word, study the Scriptures, and other Treatises of that kind, that you may be able to hold fast the truth, that it be not wrung from you upon any occasion.
To this end, labour to be acquainted with God's Word, study the Scriptures, and other Treatises of that kind, that you may be able to hold fast the truth, that it be not wrung from you upon any occasion.
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And in reading, it is a good course to observe the main, principal undeniable truths, such Dogmaticall truths as are clear and evident, and to lay them up;
And in reading, it is a good course to observe the main, principal undeniable truths, such Dogmatical truths as Are clear and evident, and to lay them up;
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and oft make queries to our selves; Do I understanst this or no? Yes, I do, this I know is true:
and oft make queries to our selves; Do I understanst this or no? Yes, I do, this I know is true:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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build on it then, and bottom the soule upon it. And so if it be matter of promises:
built on it then, and bottom the soul upon it. And so if it be matter of promises:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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these promises are undeniable true I will stay my soul upon them.
these promises Are undeniable true I will stay my soul upon them.
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And so when we meet with plain evidences in the Scriptures that crosse our coruptions, that meet with our known sins,
And so when we meet with plain evidences in the Scriptures that cross our corruptions, that meet with our known Sins,
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then consider of those places as Jewels, and lay them up that you may have use of them as occasion serves.
then Consider of those places as Jewels, and lay them up that you may have use of them as occasion serves.
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All things have not an equall certainty in Scripture to us; some things we may have an implicite faith in:
All things have not an equal certainty in Scripture to us; Some things we may have an implicit faith in:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but the main we must have a clear apprehension of.
but the main we must have a clear apprehension of.
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There are some things that concern Teachers more to know then others, by reason of their standing in the Church:
There Are Some things that concern Teachers more to know then Others, by reason of their standing in the Church:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is sufficient that in preparation of mind we be ready to imbrace further truths that shall be discovered;
it is sufficient that in preparation of mind we be ready to embrace further truths that shall be discovered;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but in fundamentall truths it is not so, we must have our hearts stablished upon them, that as they are certain in themselves,
but in fundamental truths it is not so, we must have our hearts established upon them, that as they Are certain in themselves,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so they may be certain to us.
so they may be certain to us.
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whether it be of God, or whether I speak of my selfe. Be true to known truths;whither it be of God, or whither I speak of my self. Be true to known truths;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And often let us examine our selves, Would I die in this, and for this? would I stand in the defence of this against any? this will make us make much of so much truth as we know,
And often let us examine our selves, Would I die in this, and for this? would I stand in the defence of this against any? this will make us make much of so much truth as we know,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and labour to grow in truths in that kind.
and labour to grow in truths in that kind.
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And take no scandal to hear that any shrink from the profession of the truth, and the maintaining of it, that are of great reputation.
And take no scandal to hear that any shrink from the profession of the truth, and the maintaining of it, that Are of great reputation.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Was Christ the worse for Judas betraying of him, and for Peters denying of him? was Paul's truth the worse because he had many enemies, Elymas the sorcerer and others? Is the truth the worse because there are many that have carnall outward dependance, that seeme to shrink when they should stand out? The truth is not the worse, it is the same truth still:
Was christ the Worse for Judas betraying of him, and for Peter's denying of him? was Paul's truth the Worse Because he had many enemies, Elymas the sorcerer and Others? Is the truth the Worse Because there Are many that have carnal outward dependence, that seem to shrink when they should stand out? The truth is not the Worse, it is the same truth still:
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truths are eternall in themselves, and in the good they bring, if they be believed. The Word of God endures for ever, it is not variable, as man is:
truths Are Eternal in themselves, and in the good they bring, if they be believed. The Word of God endures for ever, it is not variable, as man is:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore be not discouraged, though men discountenance it:
and Therefore be not discouraged, though men discountenance it:
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remember whose truth it is, & for whose good it is given, the Word of God;
Remember whose truth it is, & for whose good it is given, the Word of God;
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it is a soul saving truth. And retain the truth in love. Love is an affection with which we should receive the truth:
it is a soul Saving truth. And retain the truth in love. Love is an affection with which we should receive the truth:
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or else God will give us over to uncertainties.
or Else God will give us over to uncertainties.
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They in 2 Thess. 2, 10. had the truth, but because they received not the Love of the truth:
They in 2 Thess 2, 10. had the truth, but Because they received not the Love of the truth:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore God sent them strong delusions, that they should believe a lie. O how lovely is the truth!
Therefore God sent them strong delusions, that they should believe a lie. O how lovely is the truth!
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The certainty of our estate in Christ; the glorious priviledges that come by him; that the gifts of God are without repentance:
The certainty of our estate in christ; the glorious privileges that come by him; that the Gifts of God Are without Repentance:
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that God looks on us, not for foreseen faith or works, but such as he had decreed to work himself:
that God looks on us, not for foreseen faith or works, but such as he had decreed to work himself:
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How comfortable, how lovely are these truths being the Word of God, notwithstanding some seek to shake them!
How comfortable, how lovely Are these truths being the Word of God, notwithstanding Some seek to shake them!
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These very truths should be retained in love.
These very truths should be retained in love.
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And indeed, the truth is not in its own place, till it be fixed in the heart and affections,
And indeed, the truth is not in its own place, till it be fixed in the heart and affections,
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and in a good conscience, which S. Paul makes likewise the vessel of the truth, and those that care not for that, they make shipwrack of the truth.
and in a good conscience, which S. Paul makes likewise the vessel of the truth, and those that care not for that, they make shipwreck of the truth.
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And what truths you know, labour to practise, and then you shall be stablished.
And what truths you know, labour to practise, and then you shall be established.
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If any man do the will of my Father (saith our Saviour, Joh. 7. 17.) he shall know of the Doctrine, If any man do the will of my Father (Says our Saviour, John 7. 17.) he shall know of the Doctrine,
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be not false in disobeying them: To him that hath, shall be given: We have a little stablishing;
be not false in disobeying them: To him that hath, shall be given: We have a little establishing;
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by an uniform obedience to the truth we shall have more, God will increase it.
by an uniform Obedience to the truth we shall have more, God will increase it.
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I say, let us be faithful to the truths we have ' and not crosse them in any sinful course:
I say, let us be faithful to the truths we have ' and not cross them in any sinful course:
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let us not keep the truth prisoner to any base affection:
let us not keep the truth prisoner to any base affection:
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as those in Rom. 1. that had but the light of nature, yet because they imprisoned it,
as those in Rom. 1. that had but the Light of nature, yet Because they imprisoned it,
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and held it in unrighteousness, and lived in sins contrary to that light rhat God had kindled in them;
and held it in unrighteousness, and lived in Sins contrary to that Light rhat God had kindled in them;
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though (I say) it were but the light of nature, God gave them up to sins not to be named:
though (I say) it were but the Light of nature, God gave them up to Sins not to be nam:
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much more will he do to us if we withhold the light of the Gospel:
much more will he do to us if we withhold the Light of the Gospel:
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take heed therefore that we inthral not the truth to any base lust whatsoever, and that is a means to be stablished in the truth.
take heed Therefore that we enthral not the truth to any base lust whatsoever, and that is a means to be established in the truth.
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And be oft in holy conference with others. Conference if it be rightly used is a special means to stablish;
And be oft in holy conference with Others. Conference if it be rightly used is a special means to establish;
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that is most certain, which is certain after doubting and debate;
that is most certain, which is certain After doubting and debate;
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because that which is doubted of at the first, we come to be resolved of at the last, comparing reason with reason;
Because that which is doubted of At the First, we come to be resolved of At the last, comparing reason with reason;
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Remembring alwayes that of S. Ambrose, That there must not be striving for victory, but for truth.
Remembering always that of S. Ambrose, That there must not be striving for victory, but for truth.
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And then when we have tryed all, we must keep that which is good, and not be alwayes as the Iron between two Loadstones, haled this way, and that way; alwayes doubting, and never resolved;
And then when we have tried all, we must keep that which is good, and not be always as the Iron between two Loadstones, haled this Way, and that Way; always doubting, and never resolved;
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there must be a time of resolution:
there must be a time of resolution:
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This the Apostle observes to be an excellent way of stablishing, oft to confer of things doubtful.
This the Apostle observes to be an excellent Way of establishing, oft to confer of things doubtful.
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And labour to get experience of the truth in our selves: nothing stablisheth more then experience.
And labour to get experience of the truth in our selves: nothing stablisheth more then experience.
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Our Saviour Christ in Joh. 6. 68. when many left him out of dulnesse, not understanding the spiritual things that he taught (as many whose wits will serve for matters of the world,
Our Saviour christ in John 6. 68. when many left him out of dulness, not understanding the spiritual things that he taught (as many whose wits will serve for matters of the world,
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and to make them great amongst men, but when they come to heavenly things they have no understanding, they cannot apprehend them) he asks his Disciples, Will you go away also? Peter, who had his heart opened by the Spirit of God, saith he, Lord, whither shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life;
and to make them great among men, but when they come to heavenly things they have no understanding, they cannot apprehend them) he asks his Disciples, Will you go away also? Peter, who had his heart opened by the Spirit of God, Says he, Lord, whither shall we go? thou hast the words of Eternal life;
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but of a doubtful Religion, that out of carnal policy are fit to entertain any thing, Oh this is a devilish temper.
but of a doubtful Religion, that out of carnal policy Are fit to entertain any thing, O this is a devilish temper.
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insinuating, that the experience that he had of the power of that truth that Christ taught, did so establish him in the present truth, that with a holy kind of indignation at the question, he replyes, Whither shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life:
insinuating, that the experience that he had of the power of that truth that christ taught, did so establish him in the present truth, that with a holy kind of Indignation At the question, he replies, Whither shall we go? thou hast the words of Eternal life:
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I have found thy words to have a spirituall life in them. So when we come once to have an experimental knowledge of the truths we learn, then our hearts are stablished;
I have found thy words to have a spiritual life in them. So when we come once to have an experimental knowledge of the truths we Learn, then our hearts Are established;
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indeed, then it is an ingraffed Word, as S. James saith: then the Word is true leaven, when it altereth and changeth the soul;
indeed, then it is an Ingrafted Word, as S. James Says: then the Word is true leaven, when it altereth and changes the soul;
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in such a case there is no separating from fundamentall truth, when it is one with our selves, and digested into us.
in such a case there is no separating from fundamental truth, when it is one with our selves, and digested into us.
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And pray to God oft (as David did, Psal. 86.) to knit our hearts to fear his Name:
And pray to God oft (as David did, Psalm 86.) to knit our hearts to Fear his Name:
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Lord, my heart is loose and ready to fall off of it self, Oh knit my heart:
Lord, my heart is lose and ready to fallen off of it self, O knit my heart:
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it is unsettled, Oh settle my unsettled heart; settle my judgment and affections: this should be our meditation.
it is unsettled, O settle my unsettled heart; settle my judgement and affections: this should be our meditation.
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And because it is God that stablisheth, alway maintain spiritual poverty in the soul, that is, a perpetual dependance upon God:
And Because it is God that stablisheth, always maintain spiritual poverty in the soul, that is, a perpetual dependence upon God:
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see the insufficiency that is in our selves, that we cannot stand out.
see the insufficiency that is in our selves, that we cannot stand out.
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What is the reason that God suffers great men to fall from the defence of the truth,
What is the reason that God suffers great men to fallen from the defence of the truth,
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and from the profession of it in their lives? (as we see it in the case of Peter) to shew, that we stand not by our own strength:
and from the profession of it in their lives? (as we see it in the case of Peter) to show, that we stand not by our own strength:
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therefore we should be alwayes in this temper of spiritual poverty, to know that as Samsons strength was in his Hair,
Therefore we should be always in this temper of spiritual poverty, to know that as Samsons strength was in his Hair,
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so our strength is in God. God is my strength, of my self I have no strength.
so our strength is in God. God is my strength, of my self I have no strength.
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And therefore upon every new defence of the truth, when we are called to it, we should lift up ejaculations,
And Therefore upon every new defence of the truth, when we Are called to it, we should lift up ejaculations,
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and dart up strong desires to God, that God would strengthen and stablish our souls, that we may not be traytors to the truth,
and dart up strong Desires to God, that God would strengthen and establish our Souls, that we may not be Traitors to the truth,
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but that we may stand to it; for in his owne strength shall no man be established
but that we may stand to it; for in his own strength shall no man be established
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And grow every day more and more in detestation of a luke-warme temper.
And grow every day more and more in detestation of a lukewarm temper.
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Your Ancipites as Cyprian calls them, your doubtful flatterers of the times, that have their Religion depending upon the State, Your Ancipites as Cyprian calls them, your doubtful Flatterers of the times, that have their Religion depending upon the State,
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and the times, that are neither fish nor flesh, Bats, as we say, that are neither Mice nor Birds,
and the times, that Are neither Fish nor Flesh, Bats, as we say, that Are neither Mice nor Birds,
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even in the hour of death.
even in the hour of death.
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Howsoever we (in our luke-warm disposition) value the truth; God values it highly;
Howsoever we (in our lukewarm disposition) valve the truth; God value's it highly;
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it was purchased by Christs blood, and sealed by the blood of Martyrs, and shall not we transmit it to our posterity,
it was purchased by Christ blood, and sealed by the blood of Martyrs, and shall not we transmit it to our posterity,
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as safe and as firm, and retain it, come what will? Let us grow into dislike of this temper;
as safe and as firm, and retain it, come what will? Let us grow into dislike of this temper;
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atemper that we should as much hate as God hates it;
atemper that we should as much hate as God hates it;
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such a temper as is in Popery, they are in an adiaphorisme temper in Religion, a luke-warm, cold temper, a temper of Religion according to reasons of flesh,
such a temper as is in Popery, they Are in an adiaphorisme temper in Religion, a lukewarm, cold temper, a temper of Religion according to Reasons of Flesh,
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and reasons of policy, this will make us be spued out of Gods mouth at the last.
and Reasons of policy, this will make us be spewed out of God's Mouth At the last.
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Do we think to lose Religion alone? Oh no, never think to part with Religion alone;
Do we think to loose Religion alone? O no, never think to part with Religion alone;
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it came with peace and prosperity, and if we keep not this Depositum, this truth delivered to us, God will take it away,
it Come with peace and Prosperity, and if we keep not this Depositum, this truth Delivered to us, God will take it away,
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and that which we betray it for, Peace, and Plenty.
and that which we betray it for, Peace, and Plenty.
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Let us labour therefore to be radicated in our Judgment, in our Affections, in our Love, in our Faith, in our whole inward man, in the truth revealed.
Let us labour Therefore to be radicated in our Judgement, in our Affections, in our Love, in our Faith, in our Whole inward man, in the truth revealed.
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To be stablished in the truth, it is our best inheritance, it is that will stand by us when all leaves us.
To be established in the truth, it is our best inheritance, it is that will stand by us when all leaves us.
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What consistence hath a man out of the truth? are you rich or honourable? death will drive you out of all your riches and honours in the world, and strip you of all.
What consistence hath a man out of the truth? Are you rich or honourable? death will drive you out of all your riches and honours in the world, and strip you of all.
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What stablishing hath any man but in Christ, in the truth? Take a man that is not bottomed, that is not fastened on Christ, he is the changeablest creature in the world, he is vanity, he is nothing.
What establishing hath any man but in christ, in the truth? Take a man that is not bottomed, that is not fastened on christ, he is the changeablest creature in the world, he is vanity, he is nothing.
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Oh love this state, that we may say, Though I be variable here, though I be not so rich as I was,
O love this state, that we may say, Though I be variable Here, though I be not so rich as I was,
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or have not that favour of great ones that I have had;
or have not that favour of great ones that I have had;
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or it is not with me as it hath been, but in all changes I have somewhat that is unchangeable:
or it is not with me as it hath been, but in all changes I have somewhat that is unchangeable:
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my soul is settled upon Christ, and upon the truth in him, which is certain.
my soul is settled upon christ, and upon the truth in him, which is certain.
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As it is a glorious being to be found in Christ, so it is an eternal and an everlasting being:
As it is a glorious being to be found in christ, so it is an Eternal and an everlasting being:
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once Christs, and for ever his, he will never lose a member.
once Christ, and for ever his, he will never loose a member.
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Labour we therefore to be stablished in Christ in all the changes and alterations in the world,
Labour we Therefore to be established in christ in all the changes and alterations in the world,
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and then we shall have something that is unchangeable to fix and stay our selves upon,
and then we shall have something that is unchangeable to fix and stay our selves upon,
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Again, in the second place, (to make an Use of examination) I beseech you examine your selves whether you find this stablishing in your hearts or no? whether your hearts be thus settled or no by the Spirit of God? For (beloved) it is worth the labour and paines to get this grace;
Again, in the second place, (to make an Use of examination) I beseech you examine your selves whither you find this establishing in your hearts or no? whither your hearts be thus settled or not by the Spirit of God? For (Beloved) it is worth the labour and pains to get this grace;
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and to be assured that you have it, stablishing in Christ is most necessary, and we stand in need of a great deal of spirituall strength.
and to be assured that you have it, establishing in christ is most necessary, and we stand in need of a great deal of spiritual strength.
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Do we know what times may come? If dangerous times come, if we be not stablished, what will become of us? Oh it is a happy estate, a Christian that is stablished in the sound knowledge and faith of Christ!
Do we know what times may come? If dangerous times come, if we be not established, what will become of us? O it is a happy estate, a Christian that is established in the found knowledge and faith of christ!
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I beseech you therefore consider of it.
I beseech you Therefore Consider of it.
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To give you an evidence or two whereby you may discern whether your hearts be settled and stablished.
To give you an evidence or two whereby you may discern whither your hearts be settled and established.
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A man hath the grace of stablishing, and confirmation, when it is upon the Word, when God doth stablish him upon the promises.
A man hath the grace of establishing, and confirmation, when it is upon the Word, when God does establish him upon the promises.
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And then again, by the effect of it.
And then again, by the Effect of it.
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A man is stablished by the Spirit of God, when his temptations are great, and his strength little to resist, and yet notwithstanding he prevailes. Satan is strong;
A man is established by the Spirit of God, when his temptations Are great, and his strength little to resist, and yet notwithstanding he prevails. Satan is strong;
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if we prevail against Satans temptations, we are stablished; God is strong, too strong for us:
if we prevail against Satan temptations, we Are established; God is strong, too strong for us:
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if we can break through the clouds, when he seems an enemy, as Job, Though thou kill me,
if we can break through the Clouds, when he seems an enemy, as Job, Though thou kill me,
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yet will I trust in thee. Here is a prevailing, a stablished faith. In great afflictions, when clouds are between us and God;yet will I trust in thee. Here is a prevailing, a established faith. In great afflictions, when Clouds Are between us and God;
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when we have faith that will breake through those clouds, and see God through them shining in Christ, here is a strong, a stablished faith;
when we have faith that will break through those Clouds, and see God through them shining in christ, Here is a strong, a established faith;
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because here is mighty temptations, and oppositions.
Because Here is mighty temptations, and oppositions.
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The strength is known by the strength of the opposition, and the weaknesse of the party.
The strength is known by the strength of the opposition, and the weakness of the party.
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In the times of Martyrdome, there was fire and fagot, and the frownes of cruel persons:
In the times of Martyrdom, there was fire and faggot, and the frowns of cruel Persons:
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who were the persons that suffered? Children, women, old men sometimes, all weak. Children, a weak age; women, a weak sex:
who were the Persons that suffered? Children, women, old men sometime, all weak. Children, a weak age; women, a weak sex:
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old men, a withered melancholy dry age, fearfull of constitution.
old men, a withered melancholy dry age, fearful of constitution.
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But when the Spirit of God was so strong in young ones, in weak women, in old withered men,
But when the Spirit of God was so strong in young ones, in weak women, in old withered men,
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as to enable them to endure the torment of fire, to enable them to endure threatnings,
as to enable them to endure the torment of fire, to enable them to endure threatenings,
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If they do come I am fixed, I know whom I have believed, I know I am a member of Christ,
If they do come I am fixed, I know whom I have believed, I know I am a member of christ,
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and whatsoever, as we see, Heb. 11. here was a mighty work in weak men. A man may know here is stablishing grace:
and whatsoever, as we see, Hebrew 11. Here was a mighty work in weak men. A man may know Here is establishing grace:
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because except there were somewhat above nature, where were a man in such a case? Then a man may know especially that there is stablishing grace,
Because except there were somewhat above nature, where were a man in such a case? Then a man may know especially that there is establishing grace,
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when he sees somewhat above nature prevailing over the temptation, and confirming the weak nature of man, that is the best evidence we have, of Gods stablishing grace;
when he sees somewhat above nature prevailing over the temptation, and confirming the weak nature of man, that is the best evidence we have, of God's establishing grace;
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sometimes, them that are stronger at some times, are weaker at other times:
sometime, them that Are Stronger At Some times, Are Weaker At other times:
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but (as I said before) that is to teach them, that they have their strength from God.
but (as I said before) that is to teach them, that they have their strength from God.
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Again, if your hearts be soundly bottomed and founded and grounded on Christ and the promises of God in him,
Again, if your hearts be soundly bottomed and founded and grounded on christ and the promises of God in him,
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then you will be freed at least from all victory and thraldome to base fears, and to base cares, and base sorrowes, and base passions.
then you will be freed At least from all victory and thraldom to base fears, and to base Cares, and base sorrows, and base passion.
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A man that hath no settled being on Christ, he is tossed up and down with every passion:
A man that hath no settled being on christ, he is tossed up and down with every passion:
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he is full of fears and cares for the world, which distract the soul upon every occasion, full of unseasonable and needlesse sorrowes and griefs, which vex and perplex the soul continually.
he is full of fears and Cares for the world, which distract the soul upon every occasion, full of unseasonable and needless sorrows and griefs, which vex and perplex the soul continually.
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Oh how he fears for the time to come!
O how he fears for the time to come!
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what shall become of me if such a thing happen? how shall I be able to live in such a time,
what shall become of me if such a thing happen? how shall I be able to live in such a time,
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& c? If he were settled upon God in Christ, that he were his Father:
& c? If he were settled upon God in christ, that he were his Father:
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if he were stablished upon the promises of God in Christ, I will not fail thee nor forsake thee;
if he were established upon the promises of God in christ, I will not fail thee nor forsake thee;
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Feare not little flock, it is the Fathers will to give you the Kingdome: fear not little flock, it is the Father's will to give you the Kingdom:
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and, Why do you feare, O you of little Faith? and, He that provides for the birds of the Aire,
and, Why do you Fear, Oh you of little Faith? and, He that provides for the Birds of the Air,
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for the Sparrowes, for the Lillies of the field, for the poorest creature, will he not much more for you? If I say we were thus stablished upon Christ,for the Sparrows, for the Lilies of the field, for the Poorest creature, will he not much more for you? If I say we were thus established upon christ,
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and the promises, there would be no disquietnesse, those feares and griefs that usually perplex and inthrall the minds of men;
and the promises, there would be no disquietness, those fears and griefs that usually perplex and enthral the minds of men;
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but where there are these distracting cares, and vexing sorrowes, and needlesse feares, it argues a heart unsettled;
but where there Are these distracting Cares, and vexing sorrows, and needless fears, it argues a heart unsettled;
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though perhaps there may be some faith notwithstanding. Let us often examin our selves in this particular:
though perhaps there may be Some faith notwithstanding. Let us often examine our selves in this particular:
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how it is with us when such thoughts arise, what if trouble should come, what if change and alteration should come? He that hath truly settled his heart will say,
how it is with us when such thoughts arise, what if trouble should come, what if change and alteration should come? He that hath truly settled his heart will say,
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an Heir of Heaven, that God is reconciled to me in his Son: I know God hath taken me out of the condition I was in by nature,
an Heir of Heaven, that God is reconciled to me in his Son: I know God hath taken me out of the condition I was in by nature,
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and hath advanced me to a better condition then I can have in the world:
and hath advanced me to a better condition then I can have in the world:
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and when the world shall be turned upside down, I know when all things fail I shall stand.
and when the world shall be turned upside down, I know when all things fail I shall stand.
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He that his heart can answer him thus, is firm.
He that his heart can answer him thus, is firm.
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A good man (saith the Psalmist, Psal. 1 12. 7.) shall not be afraid of evill tydings;
A good man (Says the Psalmist, Psalm 1 12. 7.) shall not be afraid of evil tidings;
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why? his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord: and again, in Verse 8. his heart is stablished, therefore he shall not be afraid.
why? his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord: and again, in Verse 8. his heart is established, Therefore he shall not be afraid.
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If our hearts be established, then we shall not be afraid of evill tydings, nor afraid of wars,
If our hearts be established, then we shall not be afraid of evil tidings, nor afraid of wars,
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nor of troubles, nor of losse of friends, nor of losse of favours, or the like.
nor of Troubles, nor of loss of Friends, nor of loss of favours, or the like.
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A righteous man is afraid of no evill;
A righteous man is afraid of no evil;
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he that hath his heart stablished in Christ, and that hath peace of Conscience wrought by the Spirit of God in the promises, his heart is fixed, in all alterations and changes he hath somewhat that is unchangeable:
he that hath his heart established in christ, and that hath peace of Conscience wrought by the Spirit of God in the promises, his heart is fixed, in all alterations and changes he hath somewhat that is unchangeable:
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even when he ceaseth to be in this world, he hath a perpetual, eternall being in Christ:
even when he ceases to be in this world, he hath a perpetual, Eternal being in christ:
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if he die he goes to Heaven, he hath his being there where he enjoyes a more near communion with Christ then he can have in this world.
if he die he Goes to Heaven, he hath his being there where he enjoys a more near communion with christ then he can have in this world.
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So that all is on the bettering hand to him that is stablished in Christ: for it is not an act of one day to be stablished in Christ;
So that all is on the bettering hand to him that is established in christ: for it is not an act of one day to be established in christ;
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God doth it more and more till death, and then comes a perfect consummation of this stablishing;
God does it more and more till death, and then comes a perfect consummation of this establishing;
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we shall be for ever with the Lord, saith the Apostle.
we shall be for ever with the Lord, Says the Apostle.
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A man then that is stablished in Christ, he is fixed, he is built on a rock, come what can come, he is not afraid.
A man then that is established in christ, he is fixed, he is built on a rock, come what can come, he is not afraid.
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Alas, others that are not so, they are as wicked Ahaz in Esay 7. he was boisterous out of trouble,
Alas, Others that Are not so, they Are as wicked Ahaz in Isaiah 7. he was boisterous out of trouble,
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but in trouble he was as fearfull, his heart shook as the leaves of the forrest,
but in trouble he was as fearful, his heart shook as the leaves of the forest,
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as the leaves of the forrest when the wind comes, they are shaken, because they are not seemely knit to the tree, because they have no stability.
as the leaves of the forest when the wind comes, they Are shaken, Because they Are not seemly knit to the tree, Because they have no stability.
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All those whose hearts are not firmly settled in the knowledge of Christ, and the excellent prerogatives that come by him,
All those whose hearts Are not firmly settled in the knowledge of christ, and the excellent prerogatives that come by him,
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when troubles come, they are as the leaves of the Forrest;
when Troubles come, they Are as the leaves of the Forest;
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or as you have it in Psal. 1. As the chaffe that the wind driveth to and fro;
or as you have it in Psalm 1. As the chaff that the wind drives to and from;
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because it hath no consistence, it is a light body: or as the drosse, Psal. 119. God shall destroy the wicked as drosse:
Because it hath no consistence, it is a Light body: or as the dross, Psalm 119. God shall destroy the wicked as dross:
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see how the Scripture compares men (not onely for their wickednesse, but for their misery) that have no certain being,
see how the Scripture compares men (not only for their wickedness, but for their misery) that have no certain being,
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but on earthly things, though they be never so great, and (as they think) deeply rooted,
but on earthly things, though they be never so great, and (as they think) deeply rooted,
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when troubles come, they are as drosse, they are as chaffe that hath no firmnesse, before the wind:
when Troubles come, they Are as dross, they Are as chaff that hath no firmness, before the wind:
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when the wind of Judgment comes, they are as stubble presently wasted and brought to nothing.
when the wind of Judgement comes, they Are as stubble presently wasted and brought to nothing.
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I beseech you therefore without deceiving of our own hearts, let us enter into our own soules,
I beseech you Therefore without deceiving of our own hearts, let us enter into our own Souls,
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and examine, for our knowledge first, and then for our boldnesse.
and examine, for our knowledge First, and then for our boldness.
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What doest thou know in Religion that thou wouldest die for? or die in? we are stablished in no more to purpose, then we would dye for.
What dost thou know in Religion that thou Wouldst die for? or die in? we Are established in no more to purpose, then we would die for.
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Are those truths thou knowest so firmly wrought in thee by the Spirit of God? hast thou such experience of them, such spiritual sense and taste of the goodnesse of them, that thou wouldest be content to part with thy life, rather then to part with them? thou art stablished then by the Spirit of God in Christ.
are those truths thou Knowest so firmly wrought in thee by the Spirit of God? hast thou such experience of them, such spiritual sense and taste of the Goodness of them, that thou Wouldst be content to part with thy life, rather then to part with them? thou art established then by the Spirit of God in christ.
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I do not speak of every little truth, it needs not that a man should die for that;
I do not speak of every little truth, it needs not that a man should die for that;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but I speak for fundamental truths, canst thou prove them so out of the Scripture? and doest thou find the testimony of Jesus Christ witnessing to thy heart that they are true? then thou art confirmed and stablished in these truths.
but I speak for fundamental truths, Canst thou prove them so out of the Scripture? and dost thou find the testimony of jesus christ witnessing to thy heart that they Are true? then thou art confirmed and established in these truths.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I beseech you, let us often examine upon what grounds, and how firmly we know what we know.
I beseech you, let us often examine upon what grounds, and how firmly we know what we know.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For, have we not many, that if the Adversaries should come, would conform to Popery,
For, have we not many, that if the Adversaries should come, would conform to Popery,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and joyn themselves to Rome, because they cannot back their principles with Scriptures, and because they have not a spiritual understanding,
and join themselves to Room, Because they cannot back their principles with Scriptures, and Because they have not a spiritual understanding,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and apprehension of Divine truths? Now he that is stablished stands firm against temptations, and against arguments;
and apprehension of Divine truths? Now he that is established Stands firm against temptations, and against Arguments;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he will not be won away from his faith, but remains unmoveable. Therefore (I say) let us often examine our selves in this particular:
he will not be wone away from his faith, but remains Unmovable. Therefore (I say) let us often examine our selves in this particular:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I believe this and this against the Papists and others;
I believe this and this against the Papists and Others;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us oft call our selves to an account, what we believe, and upon what ground:
Let us oft call our selves to an account, what we believe, and upon what ground:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I but how shall I stand out for this? If tryals should come, am I able to prove this from the Scriptures so clear as if it were written (as he saith) with a Sun-beam? The temptation and assaults of the Devil, by mens subtile wits and arguments, will, shake our judgments, will hurt more,
I but how shall I stand out for this? If trials should come, am I able to prove this from the Scriptures so clear as if it were written (as he Says) with a Sunbeam? The temptation and assaults of the devil, by men's subtle wits and Arguments, will, shake our Judgments, will hurt more,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and if time should come, try us better then fire and fagot.
and if time should come, try us better then fire and faggot.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Those Spies that brought an evil report upon the Land of Canaan, we see, that though the Land (when it was won) was fruitful enough,
Those Spies that brought an evil report upon the Land of Canaan, we see, that though the Land (when it was wone) was fruitful enough,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the conquest of it honourable, &c. (and therein those Spies discovered their own weaknesse) yet when they had made that shrewd Oration,
and the conquest of it honourable, etc. (and therein those Spies discovered their own weakness) yet when they had made that shrewd Oration,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and brought subtile arguments to the eye of flesh and blood, we see (I say) how the people were discouraged, and how they staggeted.
and brought subtle Arguments to the eye of Flesh and blood, we see (I say) how the people were discouraged, and how they staggeted.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So a man that is not stablished, he may sometimes have shrewd men to deal withal, perhaps Atheists, Papists, Jesuites,
So a man that is not established, he may sometime have shrewd men to deal withal, perhaps Atheists, Papists, Jesuits,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the Devil joyning with them to unsettle men; and they will prevail if men be not well settled and stablished before.
and the devil joining with them to unsettle men; and they will prevail if men be not well settled and established before.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And so for the course of our life and conversation amongst men; we should examine how we are stablished in that:
And so for the course of our life and Conversation among men; we should examine how we Are established in that:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for we are not onely to stand firm in cases of Religion; but for causes of honesty.
for we Are not only to stand firm in cases of Religion; but for Causes of honesty.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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John Baptist was as good as a Martyr, though the cause he dyed for was not Religion,John Baptist was as good as a Martyr, though the cause he died for was not Religion,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but a bold telling of Herod, when he thought he took an unlawful course in keeping his brothers Wife.
but a bold telling of Herod, when he Thought he took an unlawful course in keeping his Brother's Wife.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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An honest man may dye and suffer much for civil matters. Therefore examine your selves in this:
an honest man may die and suffer much for civil matters. Therefore examine your selves in this:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I have undertaken this cause, upon what ground? in what confidence? how far would I willingly go in it? could I be content to lose the favour of great ones? to dye in the quarrel if need be? So far as a man is stablished by Gods Spirit,
I have undertaken this cause, upon what ground? in what confidence? how Far would I willingly go in it? could I be content to loose the favour of great ones? to die in the quarrel if need be? So Far as a man is established by God's Spirit,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so far is he settled also in this.
so Far is he settled also in this.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You have had Heathen men, that would stand out firmly even to the death, against all disfavours, against all losses and crosses for evidence of Civil truths,
You have had Heathen men, that would stand out firmly even to the death, against all disfavours, against all losses and Crosses for evidence of Civil truths,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as you have it storied of Papinian an excellent Lawyer, that in the defence of right, stood forth to the losse of his life;
as you have it storied of Papinian an excellent Lawyer, that in the defence of right, stood forth to the loss of his life;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and many other the like examples have been: But much more doth the Spirit of God stablish men;
and many other the like Examples have been: But much more does the Spirit of God establish men;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this I understand, this cause is good, this I will stand in, come what will, when I am called to it.
this I understand, this cause is good, this I will stand in, come what will, when I am called to it.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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whether on grounds of conscience, or out of spleen and passion? When a man undertakes things on natural grounds, in great temptations, (if God do not assist him) he will sink.
whither on grounds of conscience, or out of spleen and passion? When a man undertakes things on natural grounds, in great temptations, (if God do not assist him) he will sink.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Take the strongest courages that are, if they have no more but nature, though they may stand out sometimes, (to the shame of Christians) yet in some cases they will shew themselves to be but meer natural men.
Take the Strongest courages that Are, if they have no more but nature, though they may stand out sometime, (to the shame of Christians) yet in Some cases they will show themselves to be but mere natural men.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore labour for the Spirit to stablish us. It is not necessary that we should enjoy our wealth, nor the favour of men, nor our life it self;
And Therefore labour for the Spirit to establish us. It is not necessary that we should enjoy our wealth, nor the favour of men, nor our life it self;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but it is necessary that we should keep a good conscience;
but it is necessary that we should keep a good conscience;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is necessary that we should be saved, it is necessary that we should look upon our Judge with confidence at the day of Judgment.
it is necessary that we should be saved, it is necessary that we should look upon our Judge with confidence At the day of Judgement.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It becomes Christians who besides the light of nature, have the Spirit to stablish them, to be settled in their courses, to look that the conscience be good, the cause good, the aym good.
It becomes Christians who beside the Light of nature, have the Spirit to establish them, to be settled in their courses, to look that the conscience be good, the cause good, the aim good.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If such a one give over when the cause is clear and good, it is a sign that his heart is not stablished by the Spirit of God in Christ:
If such a one give over when the cause is clear and good, it is a Signen that his heart is not established by the Spirit of God in christ:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he hath either corrupt aymes, or else he is weak, and understands not the grounds of Religion,
he hath either corrupt aims, or Else he is weak, and understands not the grounds of Religion,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the vanity of this life as he should do.
and the vanity of this life as he should do.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There are none that flinch and give over in a good quarrel, but either it is from hypocrisie, that he pretends to believe in Christ,
There Are none that flinch and give over in a good quarrel, but either it is from hypocrisy, that he pretends to believe in christ,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and life everlasting, and yet he doth not;
and life everlasting, and yet he does not;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or else it is from extream and wonderful weaknesse, which (if he belong to God) he shall recover, (as Peter did) and shall stand more strongly another time.
or Else it is from extreme and wondered weakness, which (if he belong to God) he shall recover, (as Peter did) and shall stand more strongly Another time.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is but a forced, a false encouragement and stablishing, when a man (that hath not the Spirit of God) shall set light by death,
It is but a forced, a false encouragement and establishing, when a man (that hath not the Spirit of God) shall Set Light by death,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though perhaps he die in a good quarrel, and with some comfort.
though perhaps he die in a good quarrel, and with Some Comfort.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For when a man shall know, that after death there is a Judgment, and that God hath many things to lay to his charge,
For when a man shall know, that After death there is a Judgement, and that God hath many things to lay to his charge,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when his conscience shall tell him that he is guilty of a thousand deaths, if he be not in Christ,
when his conscience shall tell him that he is guilty of a thousand death's, if he be not in christ,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and his pardon sealed by the Spirit of God in the blood of Christ:
and his pardon sealed by the Spirit of God in the blood of christ:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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is it not madnesse to be couragious in that which he cannot conquer? It is good for a man to be couragious in time of conquest:
is it not madness to be courageous in that which he cannot conquer? It is good for a man to be courageous in time of conquest:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a dastardly thing for a Christian to be cowardly, because he hath death and hell conquered,
It is a dastardly thing for a Christian to be cowardly, Because he hath death and hell conquered,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and every thing is made serviceable to help him to heaven. But for another man to set light by these things, it is more madnesse.
and every thing is made serviceable to help him to heaven. But for Another man to Set Light by these things, it is more madness.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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No man but a Christian can be stout and couragious, except it be from a false spirit;
No man but a Christian can be stout and courageous, except it be from a false Spirit;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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especially in things that are above mans natural power, as death it is eternal, and what man can stand out against the eternal wrath of God?
especially in things that Are above men natural power, as death it is Eternal, and what man can stand out against the Eternal wrath of God?
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore those that put on a Roman stoutnesse and courage, though they seem to have strong spirits, it is but false;
And Therefore those that put on a Roman stoutness and courage, though they seem to have strong spirits, it is but false;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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either they are besotted with sensuality, or else with a spirit of pride.
either they Are besotted with sensuality, or Else with a Spirit of pride.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When they look before them, and see eternity, and see their sins, and that they must all appear at the day of Judgment, they cannot be strong.
When they look before them, and see eternity, and see their Sins, and that they must all appear At the day of Judgement, they cannot be strong.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us labour therefore to have our hearts stablished by the Spirit of God;
Let us labour Therefore to have our hearts established by the Spirit of God;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and try our selves often, by propounding Queries, how we do things? with what minds and? upon what grounds?
and try our selves often, by propounding Queries, how we do things? with what minds and? upon what grounds?
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, another Evidence, whereby we may know that we have spiritual strength and stability in Christ wrought in us by the Spirit of God, is this:
Again, Another Evidence, whereby we may know that we have spiritual strength and stability in christ wrought in us by the Spirit of God, is this:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when it makes us desire the coming of Christ:
when it makes us desire the coming of christ:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when it makes us think of death, and of the time to come with joy and comfort:
when it makes us think of death, and of the time to come with joy and Comfort:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that for the present it gives us boldnesse to the Throne of Grace in extremities.
and that for the present it gives us boldness to the Throne of Grace in extremities.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He that in extremity can go to God in Christ, it is a sign his heart is established.
He that in extremity can go to God in christ, it is a Signen his heart is established.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Hypocrites in extremity flye to desperate courses, as Saul and Achitophel did: but in extremity the soul that is stablished goes to God:
Hypocrites in extremity fly to desperate courses, as Saul and Ahithophel did: but in extremity the soul that is established Goes to God:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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My God, my God, saith Christ: so Job, Though he kill me, yet will I trust in him. My God, my God, Says christ: so Job, Though he kill me, yet will I trust in him.
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I say, it is an evidence of a soul stablished upon Christ by the Spirit of God, to have boldnesse to the Throne of Grace in extremity;
I say, it is an evidence of a soul established upon christ by the Spirit of God, to have boldness to the Throne of Grace in extremity;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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nay, when God seems to hide himself (which is the principal extremity of all) as in Divine temptations,
nay, when God seems to hide himself (which is the principal extremity of all) as in Divine temptations,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when God seems to be an enemy, then for a man to fight and wrastle with God,
when God seems to be an enemy, then for a man to fight and wrestle with God,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and tug with the temptation, and not to let God go, though he kill him; this is a true Israel, a conquerour of God:
and tug with the temptation, and not to let God go, though he kill him; this is a true Israel, a conqueror of God:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this is a heart fortified by the Spirit.
this is a heart fortified by the Spirit.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So that whatsoever may serve to strengthen a Christians faith and assurance, is here laid down:
So that whatsoever may serve to strengthen a Christians faith and assurance, is Here laid down:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is an argument of a heart established, when (besides for the present) for the time to come, he can chearfully and boldly think how it will be with him when death shall come, that he shall go to Christ, that the Match shall be fully made up that is begun by God between Christ and him, (for the contract is in this world,
It is an argument of a heart established, when (beside for the present) for the time to come, he can cheerfully and boldly think how it will be with him when death shall come, that he shall go to christ, that the Match shall be Fully made up that is begun by God between christ and him, (for the contract is in this world,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but the nuptials are celebrated in heaven) and in confidence hereof can say, Come, Lord Jesus, come quickly.
but the nuptials Are celebrated in heaven) and in confidence hereof can say, Come, Lord jesus, come quickly.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A heart that is not stablished saith, Oh come not.
A heart that is not established Says, O come not.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Wherefore art thou come to torment us before our time? say the Devils to Christ;
Wherefore art thou come to torment us before our time? say the Devils to christ;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so an unstablished heart, at the hour of death, is afraid it shall be tormented before the time:
so an unstablished heart, At the hour of death, is afraid it shall be tormented before the time:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore come not, come not, saith such a soul.
and Therefore come not, come not, Says such a soul.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But the soul that is stablished upon Christ and upon the promises in Christ of forgivenesse of sins,
But the soul that is established upon christ and upon the promises in christ of forgiveness of Sins,
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and life everlasting by the Spirit of Christ, that saith, Come, Lord Jesus, come quickly. I have been larger upon this Point, then I intended:
and life everlasting by the Spirit of christ, that Says, Come, Lord jesus, come quickly. I have been larger upon this Point, then I intended:
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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these unsettled times moved me to speak a little more then ordinary, that we might labour to have our hearts stablished, that whatsoever comes we may have somewhat that is certain to stick to;
these unsettled times moved me to speak a little more then ordinary, that we might labour to have our hearts established, that whatsoever comes we may have somewhat that is certain to stick to;
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that our estate in Christ may be sure, whatsoever becomes of our state in the world otherwise.
that our estate in christ may be sure, whatsoever becomes of our state in the world otherwise.
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(22) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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VERSE XXII. Who hath anointed us, and also sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts.
VERSE XXII. Who hath anointed us, and also sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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THe Apostle having formerly laid open the riches of a Christian; In this Verse he cometh to shew his strength:
THe Apostle having formerly laid open the riches of a Christian; In this Verse he comes to show his strength:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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His riches consisteth in the promises of God in Christ: His strength, in being stablished upon those promises.
His riches Consisteth in the promises of God in christ: His strength, in being established upon those promises.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now that which he had spoken of more generally in the word stablishing, he unfolds in three borrowed Terms, Anointing, Sealing, Earnest:
Now that which he had spoken of more generally in the word establishing, he unfolds in three borrowed Terms, Anointing, Sealing, Earnest:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Implying therein the manner of the Spirits establishing a Christian.
Implying therein the manner of the Spirits establishing a Christian.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He who stablisheth us: how is that wrought? By the Spirit anointing, by the Spirit sealing, and by the earnest of the Spirit: He who stablisheth us: how is that wrought? By the Spirit anointing, by the Spirit sealing, and by the earnest of the Spirit:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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which three terms do all argue assurance. For you know, that in the old Law, Kings, Priests,
which three terms do all argue assurance. For you know, that in the old Law, Kings, Priests,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Prophets were anointed, that is, they were authorized and confirmed in their places. And for sealing;
and prophets were anointed, that is, they were authorized and confirmed in their places. And for sealing;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Writings (among our selves) are sealed for security. And an Earnest secures Contracts and Bargains.
Writings (among our selves) Are sealed for security. And an Earnest secures Contracts and Bargains.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God to help our soules by our senses fetcheth it from humane affaires, applying words borrowed from earthly commerce, by a heavenly anagogical sense to spiritual things.
God to help our Souls by our Senses Fetches it from humane affairs, applying words borrowed from earthly commerce, by a heavenly anagogical sense to spiritual things.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First, the sure estate of a Christian is set down in the general, by stablishing: and then in particular, we are anointed and sealed, and have the Earnest of the Spirit.
First, the sure estate of a Christian is Set down in the general, by establishing: and then in particular, we Are anointed and sealed, and have the Earnest of the Spirit.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God, in the Covenant of grace doth our part and his own too; he gives faith, and strengthens faith, and seales us:
God, in the Covenant of grace does our part and his own too; he gives faith, and strengthens faith, and Seals us:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he gives us promises, he doth stablish us upon those promises, and works our hearts to an embracing of them, he anoints us,
he gives us promises, he does establish us upon those promises, and works our hearts to an embracing of them, he anoints us,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and seales us, and gives us the Earnest of the Spirit. All in the Covenant of Grace depends upon the faithfulnesse of God;
and Seals us, and gives us the Earnest of the Spirit. All in the Covenant of Grace depends upon the faithfulness of God;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and not upon ours, but upon ours dependantly, as he is faithful in stablishing us.
and not upon ours, but upon ours Dependently, as he is faithful in establishing us.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now because the holy Apostle would have us settled in the excellency of the state of a Christian in the Covenant of grace, you see how largehearted he is;
Now Because the holy Apostle would have us settled in the excellency of the state of a Christian in the Covenant of grace, you see how largehearted he is;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he useth four words implying one and the same thing, Stablishing, Anointing, Sealing, and giving Earnest; all of them words used in ratification amongst men.
he uses four words implying one and the same thing, Establishing, Anointing, Sealing, and giving Earnest; all of them words used in ratification among men.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God is pleased to stoop to speak to us in our own language; to speak of heavenly things after an earthly manner:
God is pleased to stoop to speak to us in our own language; to speak of heavenly things After an earthly manner:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore he sets down the certain estate of a Christian by borrowed speeches.
and Therefore he sets down the certain estate of a Christian by borrowed Speeches.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This is a gracious condescending of God, stooping (as it were) lower then himself:
This is a gracious condescending of God, stooping (as it were) lower then himself:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and indeed so he alwayes abaseth himself when he deales with man, coming down far below himself.
and indeed so he always abaseth himself when he deals with man, coming down Far below himself.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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To come to the words in particular. And hath anointed us. This word hath a double reference.
To come to the words in particular. And hath anointed us. This word hath a double Referente.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The holy Ghost carries our minds first to the relation and proportion that is between the graces of the Spirit of God,
The holy Ghost carries our minds First to the Relation and proportion that is between the graces of the Spirit of God,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the oyntment with which in former times they were anointed in the Jewish Politie. And it hath reference likewise and relation to the persons that were anointed.
and the ointment with which in former times they were anointed in the Jewish Polity. And it hath Referente likewise and Relation to the Persons that were anointed.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The persons were Kings, Priests, and Prophets. Now God hath anointed us in Christ. The order is this:
The Persons were Kings, Priests, and prophets. Now God hath anointed us in christ. The order is this:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First, Christ himself as Mediatour is anointed with the oyl of gladnesse above his fellowes; but for his fellowes.
First, christ himself as Mediator is anointed with the oil of gladness above his Fellows; but for his Fellows.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The oyntment is first poured on the head of spiritual Aaron, and then it runs down to all the skirts of his garment, that is, to the meanest Christian.
The ointment is First poured on the head of spiritual Aaron, and then it runs down to all the skirts of his garment, that is, to the Meanest Christian.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Even as the least finger and toe is actuated, and enlivened, and moved by the soul and spirits, that the head and the chief vital parts are:
Even as the least finger and toe is actuated, and enlivened, and moved by the soul and spirits, that the head and the chief vital parts Are:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so every Christian though he be but as the toe or the foot, yet all have communicated by the Spirit from Christ the head.
so every Christian though he be but as the toe or the foot, yet all have communicated by the Spirit from christ the head.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So that the third person, the Holy Ghost, that sanctified the humane nature of Christ, that filled and enriched it with all grace, and anointed Christ;
So that the third person, the Holy Ghost, that sanctified the humane nature of christ, that filled and enriched it with all grace, and anointed christ;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the same Spirit enricheth all his mystical members. As there is one Spirit in Christ, and that sacred body he took on him;
the same Spirit enricheth all his mystical members. As there is one Spirit in christ, and that sacred body he took on him;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so there is in the mysticall body but one Spirit quickening and enlivening, and moving the head, and the members.
so there is in the mystical body but one Spirit quickening and enlivening, and moving the head, and the members.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He is a head of influence, as well as a head of eminence: Of his fulnesse we have all grace for grace:
He is a head of influence, as well as a head of eminence: Of his fullness we have all grace for grace:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He is first anointed, and then we are anointed in him. We will first speak of it as it hath reference to an oyntment:
He is First anointed, and then we Are anointed in him. We will First speak of it as it hath Referente to an ointment:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then as it hath reference to the persons anointed. In the first place then, why are graces here called anointing?
and then as it hath Referente to the Persons anointed. In the First place then, why Are graces Here called anointing?
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I answer, they are called anointing, from reference to that composed oyntment in Exod. 30. where you have the composition of the holy oyl laid down.
I answer, they Are called anointing, from Referente to that composed ointment in Exod 30. where you have the composition of the holy oil laid down.
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But in particular, you may observe these five particulars in which the relation standeth.
But in particular, you may observe these five particulars in which the Relation Stands.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First, Oyntment is a liquor supereminent, it will have the highest place, it will have the eminency,
First, Ointment is a liquour supereminent, it will have the highest place, it will have the eminency,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and be above all other liquors, and in that respect it is a royal liquor: so the graces of Gods Spirit, they are of an eminent nature.
and be above all other Liquors, and in that respect it is a royal liquour: so the graces of God's Spirit, they Are of an eminent nature.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Spiritual gifts are above the gifts of nature; and spiritual blessings are above earthly things: the grace of God is a supereminent, a royall thing, it will be above all,
Spiritual Gifts Are above the Gifts of nature; and spiritual blessings Are above earthly things: the grace of God is a supereminent, a royal thing, it will be above all,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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even above our parts of nature:
even above our parts of nature:
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if a man have by nature a strong wit, grace will subdue his wit, so that he shall be onely witty to salvation, he shall be onely strong to defend the truth,
if a man have by nature a strong wit, grace will subdue his wit, so that he shall be only witty to salvation, he shall be only strong to defend the truth,
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and to do nothing against it:
and to do nothing against it:
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he will subjugate and subordinate his parts and whatsoever excellency he hath by nature, to grace;
he will subjugate and subordinate his parts and whatsoever excellency he hath by nature, to grace;
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cast all at Christs feet, count all as dung, in comparison of the excellent knowledge of Christ.
cast all At Christ feet, count all as dung, in comparison of the excellent knowledge of christ.
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And so again, grace is above corrupt nature, above all our corruptions, it will bring them under, it will subdue corruptions, temptations, afflictions;
And so again, grace is above corrupt nature, above all our corruptions, it will bring them under, it will subdue corruptions, temptations, afflictions;
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any thing, what you will, that is either natural; or diabolical: for grace is spiritual, and that which is spiritual, is above all that is below:
any thing, what you will, that is either natural; or diabolical: for grace is spiritual, and that which is spiritual, is above all that is below:
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Grace is of an invincible nature, it will bear sway by little and little; it is little in quantity, but it is mighty in operation.
Grace is of an invincible nature, it will bear sway by little and little; it is little in quantity, but it is mighty in operation.
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And it is above any outward excellency whatsoever;
And it is above any outward excellency whatsoever;
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if a man be a King, if he have this anointing, it makes him better then himself:
if a man be a King, if he have this anointing, it makes him better then himself:
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he is better in that he is a Christian, that he hath this sacred anointing, then for any other created excellency under heaven whatsoever;
he is better in that he is a Christian, that he hath this sacred anointing, then for any other created excellency under heaven whatsoever;
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yea, though he were an Angel.
yea, though he were an Angel.
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Grace hath its derivance and influence from Christ, who is higher then all, and will be above all; and so will grace. That is the first.
Grace hath its derivance and influence from christ, who is higher then all, and will be above all; and so will grace. That is the First.
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Other liquors, the best of them will be beneath; but oyl, it will be above all.
Other Liquors, the best of them will be beneath; but oil, it will be above all.
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It is compared to oyntment in the second place, because that oyntment is sweet and delightful;
It is compared to ointment in the second place, Because that ointment is sweet and delightful;
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so was the oyntment that was poured upon our Saviour by the woman in the Gospel:
so was the ointment that was poured upon our Saviour by the woman in the Gospel:
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therefore the Spouse in Cant. 1. 3. speaking of Christ, Because (saith she) of the savour of thy good oyntments, thy Name is as an oyntment poured forth,
Therefore the Spouse in Cant 1. 3. speaking of christ, Because (Says she) of the savour of thy good ointments, thy Name is as an ointment poured forth,
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therefore do the Virgins love thee: Therefore do the Virgins love thee:
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The graces that are in Christ are so sweet, that they draw the Virgins, they draw all believers after him.
The graces that Are in christ Are so sweet, that they draw the Virgins, they draw all believers After him.
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So grace in a Christian, it makes us sweet; it sweetens our persons, and our actions:
So grace in a Christian, it makes us sweet; it sweetens our Persons, and our actions:
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It sweetens our persons to God; God delights in the smell of his own graces:
It sweetens our Persons to God; God delights in the smell of his own graces:
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it makes us delectable for Christ and his holy Spirit to lodge in our soules as in a garden of Spices:
it makes us delectable for christ and his holy Spirit to lodge in our Souls as in a garden of Spices:
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It makes us sweet to the Church, to the communion of Saints.
It makes us sweet to the Church, to the communion of Saints.
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A gracious man that hath his corruptions subdued, is wondrous sweet, his heart is as fine silver, every thing is sweet that comes from him.
A gracious man that hath his corruptions subdued, is wondrous sweet, his heart is as fine silver, every thing is sweet that comes from him.
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When the woman poured the box of oyntment upon Christ, the whole house was filled with the smell thereof:
When the woman poured the box of ointment upon christ, the Whole house was filled with the smell thereof:
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so the whole Church is filled with the savour of the graces of good men, that either do live in the present times;
so the Whole Church is filled with the savour of the graces of good men, that either do live in the present times;
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or have left their graces in writing to posterity. A wicked man is an abomination to God, and so are all his actions;
or have left their graces in writing to posterity. A wicked man is an abomination to God, and so Are all his actions;
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he that is in the flesh cannot please God:
he that is in the Flesh cannot please God:
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a civil man that hath not this anointing, all that he doth is abominable to God;
a civil man that hath not this anointing, all that he does is abominable to God;
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all things are unclean to the unclean even their best actions have a tincture of defilement from their corruption:all things Are unclean to the unclean even their best actions have a tincture of defilement from their corruption:
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without this oyntment we are not sweet, neither to God, nor to others; therefore the Scripture terms men in the state of nature, Swine and Goats, stinking creatures;
without this ointment we Are not sweet, neither to God, nor to Others; Therefore the Scripture terms men in the state of nature, Swine and Goats, stinking creatures;
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and so indeed they that have not this anointing, they are stinking Goats, and shall be set at Christs left hand,
and so indeed they that have not this anointing, they Are stinking Goats, and shall be Set At Christ left hand,
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except they have grace to sweeten their understandings and affections, and to draw them higher then nature can.
except they have grace to sweeten their understandings and affections, and to draw them higher then nature can.
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Likewise grace is full of sweetnesse to a mans self; it sweetneth our nature and our actions to our selves:
Likewise grace is full of sweetness to a men self; it sweeteneth our nature and our actions to our selves:
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a good conscience being privy to it self of the work of grace, is a continual feast;
a good conscience being privy to it self of the work of grace, is a continual feast;
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the conscience of a Christian, once renewed by grace, inlargeth the soul, and fills it with sweet peace and joy in believing.
the conscience of a Christian, once renewed by grace, enlargeth the soul, and fills it with sweet peace and joy in believing.
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Thirdly, the graces of the Spirit are called anointing, because anointing strengthens;
Thirdly, the graces of the Spirit Are called anointing, Because anointing strengthens;
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therefore usually Warriours and Combatants, (amoug the Heathen) that were to encounter, were first anointed:
Therefore usually Warriors and Combatants, (amoug the Heathen) that were to encounter, were First anointed:
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so there is a Spirit of strength in all those that are true Christians which they have received from God, whereby they are able to do that that worldlings cannot do;
so there is a Spirit of strength in all those that Are true Christians which they have received from God, whereby they Are able to do that that worldlings cannot do;
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they are able to deny themselves, to overcome themselves in matters of revenge, &c. they are able to want and to abound, to beare crosses, to resist temptations,
they Are able to deny themselves, to overcome themselves in matters of revenge, etc. they Are able to want and to abound, to bear Crosses, to resist temptations,
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and, as the Apostle saith, able to do all things;
and, as the Apostle Says, able to do all things;
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nothing can stand in the way of a gracious man, no not the gates of hell;
nothing can stand in the Way of a gracious man, no not the gates of hell;
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he that is in him, Grace is stronger then he that is in the world:
he that is in him, Grace is Stronger then he that is in the world:
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the least measure of grace, though it be but as a grain of mustard-seed, is stronger then the greatest measure of opposition,
the least measure of grace, though it be but as a grain of Mustard seed, is Stronger then the greatest measure of opposition,
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though strengthened with all the power of hell. In the fourth place, oyntment makes the joynts of the body nimble:
though strengthened with all the power of hell. In the fourth place, ointment makes the Joints of the body nimble:
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so this spiritual anointing it oyles the joynts of the soul, (as I may say) and makes them nimble,
so this spiritual anointing it oils the Joints of the soul, (as I may say) and makes them nimble,
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and ready to serve God in newnesse of Spirit, and not in the oldnesse of the letter.
and ready to serve God in newness of Spirit, and not in the oldness of the Letter.
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Gods people are called a willing people, and a chearful people, ready to every good work.
God's people Are called a willing people, and a cheerful people, ready to every good work.
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And there is good reason for it;
And there is good reason for it;
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for they have an inward spiritual anointing, that makes them active and nimble in every thing they do:
for they have an inward spiritual anointing, that makes them active and nimble in every thing they do:
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that Spirit that sanctifieth them, that Spirit telleth them what Christ hath done for them, that there is no damnation to them, that God is reconciled to them, that they are freed from the greatest dangers, that all is theirs,
that Spirit that Sanctifieth them, that Spirit Telleth them what christ hath done for them, that there is no damnation to them, that God is reconciled to them, that they Are freed from the greatest dangers, that all is theirs,
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and so their joy and nimblenesse is from good reason:
and so their joy and nimbleness is from good reason:
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and there is a spirit of love in them unto God and Christ, which makes them nimble.
and there is a Spirit of love in them unto God and christ, which makes them nimble.
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When a man is without grace, he goes lumpishly and heavily about the service of God:
When a man is without grace, he Goes lumpishly and heavily about the service of God:
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he is drawen and forced to prayer, and to hearing, and to conference and meditation: he is dead and dull, and frozen to good works;
he is drawn and forced to prayer, and to hearing, and to conference and meditation: he is dead and dull, and frozen to good works;
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but when a man hath received this sweet anointing of the Spirit, his heart is enlarged to all duties whatsoever, he is prepared to every good work. Again, oyl makes chearefull:
but when a man hath received this sweet anointing of the Spirit, his heart is enlarged to all duties whatsoever, he is prepared to every good work. Again, oil makes cheerful:
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so doth grace, it makes chearful in adversity, chearfull in death, chearful in those things that dismay the spirits of other men:
so does grace, it makes cheerful in adversity, cheerful in death, cheerful in those things that dismay the spirits of other men:
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so much grace, so much joy;
so much grace, so much joy;
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for even as light and heat follow the fire, so the spirit of joy doth follow this spiritual anointing:
for even as Light and heat follow the fire, so the Spirit of joy does follow this spiritual anointing:
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Conscience of the interest he hath in the favour of God in Christ, and the evidences of grace stamped upon his heart,
Conscience of the Interest he hath in the favour of God in christ, and the evidences of grace stamped upon his heart,
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& an assurance of a better estate in the world to come, wonderfully enlarge the soul with spiritual joy:
& an assurance of a better estate in the world to come, wonderfully enlarge the soul with spiritual joy:
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that which makes a man lumpish, and heavy, and earthly, is not the Spirit of God:
that which makes a man lumpish, and heavy, and earthly, is not the Spirit of God:
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the Spirit of God is a Spirit of joy, and it puts a gracious chearfulnesse in the heart of a Christian;
the Spirit of God is a Spirit of joy, and it puts a gracious cheerfulness in the heart of a Christian;
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if there be mourning, it is that it may be more chearful: for light is sowen to the righteous sometimes in mourning.
if there be mourning, it is that it may be more cheerful: for Light is sown to the righteous sometime in mourning.
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God loves a chearful giver, and a chearful thanksgiver; all must be sweetened with chearfulnesse, now this comes from the Spirit of God:God loves a cheerful giver, and a cheerful thanksgiver; all must be sweetened with cheerfulness, now this comes from the Spirit of God:
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and he that is anointed with the Spirit, in some measure partakes of spiritual joy and chearfulnesse.
and he that is anointed with the Spirit, in Some measure partakes of spiritual joy and cheerfulness.
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Againe, ointment you know is of a healing nature; as Balme and other sweet ointments have a healing power and vertue:
Again, ointment you know is of a healing nature; as Balm and other sweet ointments have a healing power and virtue:
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the Scripture makes mention of the Balme of Gilead: so grace hath a healing power; repentance that is of a purging, spiritual joy of a healing nature;
the Scripture makes mention of the Balm of Gilead: so grace hath a healing power; Repentance that is of a purging, spiritual joy of a healing nature;
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there must (you know) be first a cleansing, and then a healing and strengthening:
there must (you know) be First a cleansing, and then a healing and strengthening:
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so some graces are purgative and cleansing, some againe are strengthening and healing: repentance is a good purgation;
so Some graces Are purgative and cleansing, Some again Are strengthening and healing: Repentance is a good purgation;
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it carries away the malignant and evill matter;
it carries away the malignant and evil matter;
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but the Cordial that strengthens the soul, is joy, The joy of the Lord is your strength.
but the Cordial that strengthens the soul, is joy, The joy of the Lord is your strength.
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Nehem. 8. and so the grace of faith and love tend to cherrish and corroborate the soul:
Nehemiah 8. and so the grace of faith and love tend to cherish and corroborate the soul:
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so that (I say) these graces, this Balme of the Spirit, hath a special Soveraign power to heale us, to heale us both from the guilt of sin,
so that (I say) these graces, this Balm of the Spirit, hath a special Sovereign power to heal us, to heal us both from the guilt of since,
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and from the dominion, and rule, and filthy stain of sin; it hath both a purging and a Cordial vertue.
and from the dominion, and Rule, and filthy stain of since; it hath both a purging and a Cordial virtue.
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Thus you see, that upon good grounds the graces of Gods Spirit, that he communicates to the Elect,
Thus you see, that upon good grounds the graces of God's Spirit, that he communicates to the Elect,
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and only to them that are in Christ, they are called anointing; and they will have the effect of an ointment in us, if we receive this anointing,
and only to them that Are in christ, they Are called anointing; and they will have the Effect of an ointment in us, if we receive this anointing,
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Let us therefore try our selves by these, whether we be anointed or no;
Let us Therefore try our selves by these, whither we be anointed or no;
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what chearfulnesse is there? what joy? what strength? what nimblenesse to that which is good? what soveraignty hath grace in our hearts? you have a company that professe Religion,
what cheerfulness is there? what joy? what strength? what nimbleness to that which is good? what sovereignty hath grace in our hearts? you have a company that profess Religion,
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but make it serve their owne turne, that make heaven to come under earth, that make the service of God to stoop to other ends:
but make it serve their own turn, that make heaven to come under earth, that make the service of God to stoop to other ends:
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Beloved, grace it is a superiour thing, and Religion makes all subordinate: Grace and Religion wheresoever it is in truth, is of a ruling nature:
beloved, grace it is a superior thing, and Religion makes all subordinate: Grace and Religion wheresoever it is in truth, is of a ruling nature:
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and so it is sweet, and it is strong wheresoever it is; it is curing, and purging, and cleansing wheresoever it is:
and so it is sweet, and it is strong wheresoever it is; it is curing, and purging, and cleansing wheresoever it is:
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therefore I beseech you, let us not deceive our selves.
Therefore I beseech you, let us not deceive our selves.
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I need say no more of the Point, you may enlarge it in your own meditations. I come to the persons
I need say no more of the Point, you may enlarge it in your own meditations. I come to the Persons
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As this anointing hath reference to the ointment, so it hath relation to the persons that were anointed.
As this anointing hath Referente to the ointment, so it hath Relation to the Persons that were anointed.
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Now the persons anointed were first dedicated by anointing; they were consecrated to God and separated from the world:
Now the Persons anointed were First dedicated by anointing; they were consecrated to God and separated from the world:
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And as they were dedicated and separated, so they were dignified by this anointing, it raised them above the common condition:
And as they were dedicated and separated, so they were dignified by this anointing, it raised them above the Common condition:
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And likewise with this anointing God gave them qualifications suitable.
And likewise with this anointing God gave them qualifications suitable.
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You have three eminent persons that were anointed, and so raised above the common condition of other men. Prophets, to teach the people. Priests, to offer sacrifice Kings, to govern them.
You have three eminent Persons that were anointed, and so raised above the Common condition of other men. prophets, to teach the people. Priests, to offer sacrifice Kings, to govern them.
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Now Christ is principally all these: He is the principal Prophet of his Church, the Angel of the Covenant;
Now christ is principally all these: He is the principal Prophet of his Church, the Angel of the Covenant;
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He is Logos, the Word, because as the inward word, the mind of a man, is known by the outward word;
He is Logos, the Word, Because as the inward word, the mind of a man, is known by the outward word;
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so Christ is called the Word, because as a Prophet, he discovers his Fathers mind, and makes known his Fathers will unto us.
so christ is called the Word, Because as a Prophet, he discovers his Father's mind, and makes known his Father's will unto us.
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And he is the great high Priest, he makes atonement between God and us, he stands between his Father and us.
And he is the great high Priest, he makes atonement between God and us, he Stands between his Father and us.
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And he is the great King of his Church, that rescues it from all its enemies, to protect and defend it.
And he is the great King of his Church, that rescues it from all its enemies, to Pact and defend it.
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But as Christ hath received this anointing primarily, and above his fellows, yet (as I said before) he hath received it for his fellows.
But as christ hath received this anointing primarily, and above his Fellows, yet (as I said before) he hath received it for his Fellows.
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Every Christian hath his anointing from Christs anointing, all our graces and all our oyatment is derived from him.
Every Christian hath his anointing from Christ anointing, all our graces and all our oyatment is derived from him.
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He (saith the Appostle, Rev. 1.) hath loved us, and washed us in his blood; He (Says the Apostle, Rev. 1.) hath loved us, and washed us in his blood;
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(he loved us first, which is the cause of all, and then he washed us in his blood;
(he loved us First, which is the cause of all, and then he washed us in his blood;
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he did not onely shed his blood for us, but he washed us in his blood:
he did not only shed his blood for us, but he washed us in his blood:
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he hath applied his blood to our souls, and by applying that and sprinkling it upon our souls,) he hath made us Kings and Priests to God his Father:
he hath applied his blood to our Souls, and by applying that and sprinkling it upon our Souls,) he hath made us Kings and Priests to God his Father:
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And indeed, the great King of heaven and earth, he is and will be attended upon by none but Kings and Priests;
And indeed, the great King of heaven and earth, he is and will be attended upon by none but Kings and Priests;
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he hath no servants but such as are anointed; he is followed of none but eminent persons, such as are separated from the world,
he hath no Servants but such as Are anointed; he is followed of none but eminent Persons, such as Are separated from the world,
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and dignified above all other people: for the glory of his followers tends to his honour:
and dignified above all other people: for the glory of his followers tends to his honour:
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therefore those whom God chuseth to be his atendants, he qualifies them, gives them the hearts of Kings, royal qualifications,
Therefore those whom God chooseth to be his attendants, he Qualifies them, gives them the hearts of Kings, royal qualifications,
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and the hearts of Priests, and the hearts of Prophets. But this in the general. To shew it therefore in particulars.
and the hearts of Priests, and the hearts of prophets. But this in the general. To show it Therefore in particulars.
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A Christian is anointed, he is a person severed from the world, dedicated to God,
A Christian is anointed, he is a person severed from the world, dedicated to God,
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and dignified above others, and that from good reason, because God hath given him an inward qualification, which is the foundation of all.
and dignified above Others, and that from good reason, Because God hath given him an inward qualification, which is the Foundation of all.
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And first, he is a true Prophet, for he hath received the anointing of the Spirit, 1 Joh. 2. whereby he is enabled to discern of things:
And First, he is a true Prophet, for he hath received the anointing of the Spirit, 1 John 2. whereby he is enabled to discern of things:
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And as to pray for our selves and others, so to blesse our selves and others;
And as to pray for our selves and Others, so to bless our selves and Others;
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he knowes what is true honour, to be the child of God: he knowes what is true riches, Grace:
he knows what is true honour, to be the child of God: he knows what is true riches, Grace:
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he knowes what is true Nobility, to be born of God; what is true pleasure, Peace of conscience, and joy in the Holy Ghost:
he knows what is true Nobilt, to be born of God; what is true pleasure, Peace of conscience, and joy in the Holy Ghost:
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he can discern between seeming and reall things, and onely he that hath received this anointing of the Spirit.
he can discern between seeming and real things, and only he that hath received this anointing of the Spirit.
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And again, as a Prophet, he knowes not onely the things, but the doing of the things;
And again, as a Prophet, he knows not only the things, but the doing of the things;
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he hath with the anointing of the Spirit ability to do that which he knowes;
he hath with the anointing of the Spirit ability to do that which he knows;
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the grace of God teacheth him not onely the duty, that he should live justly, and soberly, and godly, but teacheth him to do the things;
the grace of God Teaches him not only the duty, that he should live justly, and soberly, and godly, but Teaches him to do the things;
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for God writes his Lawes in his bowels, that is, in his affections:
for God writes his Laws in his bowels, that is, in his affections:
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he can love and joy in God, and hate sin, and overcome revenge, &c. The Spirit sheweth him Divine things by a Divine light;
he can love and joy in God, and hate since, and overcome revenge, etc. The Spirit shows him Divine things by a Divine Light;
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he sees heavenly things with a heavenly light:
he sees heavenly things with a heavenly Light:
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and Divine & spiritual knowledge is a working knowledge, of the same nature with the things known.
and Divine & spiritual knowledge is a working knowledge, of the same nature with the things known.
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The poorest Christian in the world having this anointing, sees good things with such a convincing light,
The Poorest Christian in the world having this anointing, sees good things with such a convincing Light,
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and evill things with such a convincing hatred, that he is doing and acting:
and evil things with such a convincing hatred, that he is doing and acting:
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whereas a Christian that hath not the Spirit, he may know heavenly things by a natural light, by a discoursive knowledge;
whereas a Christian that hath not the Spirit, he may know heavenly things by a natural Light, by a discursive knowledge;
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he may know what he should do, and so perhaps he may talk, but he cannot do:
he may know what he should do, and so perhaps he may talk, but he cannot do:
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he may talk of death, but he cannot dye; he may talk and discourse of suffering, but when it comes, he cannot suffer:
he may talk of death, but he cannot die; he may talk and discourse of suffering, but when it comes, he cannot suffer:
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he may speak much of patience, but he cannot act patience when occasion is: A true Christian hath the knowledge of doing things.
he may speak much of patience, but he cannot act patience when occasion is: A true Christian hath the knowledge of doing things.
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And likewise he is able to speak a word in due season, to reprove, to admonish, to comfort.
And likewise he is able to speak a word in due season, to reprove, to admonish, to Comfort.
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Every member in the communion of Saints hath some qualification in regard of knowledge, when he is put to it.
Every member in the communion of Saints hath Some qualification in regard of knowledge, when he is put to it.
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But especially he hath received this anointing as a Priest, and a King.
But especially he hath received this anointing as a Priest, and a King.
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As a Priest, to stand before God, and to offer up prayers for himself and others.
As a Priest, to stand before God, and to offer up Prayers for himself and Others.
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Every Christian is a Favourite in heaven, he hath much credit there, he hath Gods ear open at all times,
Every Christian is a Favourite in heaven, he hath much credit there, he hath God's ear open At all times,
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and he improves it for the good of the Church, for the good of others as well as for his own.
and he improves it for the good of the Church, for the good of Others as well as for his own.
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that was one part of the Priests Office, and so (as the Scipture saith) we are called unto blessing;
that was one part of the Priests Office, and so (as the Scripture Says) we Are called unto blessing;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore those that are given unto cursing, are not Priests.
and Therefore those that Are given unto cursing, Are not Priests.
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And again, a Christian that hath received this anointing as a Priest, he keeps himself unspotted of the world: You know, the Priests were to touch no unclean thing,
And again, a Christian that hath received this anointing as a Priest, he keeps himself unspotted of the world: You know, the Priests were to touch no unclean thing,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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nor to defile themselves with any manner of pollution;
nor to defile themselves with any manner of pollution;
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so every Christian in some measure is enabled to abstain from the common pollutions of the times, to hate even the garment spotted with the flesh:
so every Christian in Some measure is enabled to abstain from the Common pollutions of the times, to hate even the garment spotted with the Flesh:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is not carried with the stream of the times;
he is not carried with the stream of the times;
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he will not converse amiably with those that may stain him, but as his calling leads him, lest he contaminate his spirit.
he will not converse amiably with those that may stain him, but as his calling leads him, lest he contaminate his Spirit.
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And likewise a Christian hath his heart alwayes as the Holy of Holies, that so he may offer up thanks and praise to God;
And likewise a Christian hath his heart always as the Holy of Holies, that so he may offer up thanks and praise to God;
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there is a disposition in him alwayes to praise God. As the fire in the Sanctuary must never go out;
there is a disposition in him always to praise God. As the fire in the Sanctuary must never go out;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so the fire that is kindled by the Spirit of God in the heart of a Christian, it never goes out, the Holy Ghost maintains it continually:
so the fire that is kindled by the Spirit of God in the heart of a Christian, it never Goes out, the Holy Ghost maintains it continually:
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he is ready to praise God upon all occasions; ready to offer up himself unto God as a sacrifice.
he is ready to praise God upon all occasions; ready to offer up himself unto God as a sacrifice.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The sacrifices of a Christian are a broken heart:
The Sacrifices of a Christian Are a broken heart:
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and as in the Law, the sacrifices for sin must first be killed, and then offered;
and as in the Law, the Sacrifices for since must First be killed, and then offered;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so now in the Gospel, it is the work of every Christian, to mortifie, to kill,
so now in the Gospel, it is the work of every Christian, to mortify, to kill,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and slay those beasts, those corruptions that are in him contrary to God.
and slay those beasts, those corruptions that Are in him contrary to God.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A Christian must not offer himself to God as a sinner, but he must first slay his corruptions:
A Christian must not offer himself to God as a sinner, but he must First slay his corruptions:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he must mortifie his sins, and then offer up himself slain to God.
he must mortify his Sins, and then offer up himself slave to God.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore our care must be to mortifie every corruption, every faculty of the soul, and every part of the body:
Therefore our care must be to mortify every corruption, every faculty of the soul, and every part of the body:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we must circumcise our eyes, that they behold not vanity; and our eares, that they hear not, and delight not in unchaste things;
we must circumcise our eyes, that they behold not vanity; and our ears, that they hear not, and delight not in unchaste things;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and our thoughts and every part, our wills and affections, and then offer up soul and body as a living sacrifice unto God, that all may be dedicated and sanctified unto him,
and our thoughts and every part, our wills and affections, and then offer up soul and body as a living sacrifice unto God, that all may be dedicated and sanctified unto him,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then it is a sweet sacrifice:
and then it is a sweet sacrifice:
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then when a Christian hath dedicated himself to God, it is an easie matter to give him his goods when he calls for them,
then when a Christian hath dedicated himself to God, it is an easy matter to give him his goods when he calls for them,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then he will be ready to let all go, as the Apostle saith of the Corinthians, they first gave themselves to God, and then to others:
then he will be ready to let all go, as the Apostle Says of the Corinthians, they First gave themselves to God, and then to Others:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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other sacrifices will follow when we have first given our selves to God: therefore the first sacrifice is to kill our corruptions, to offer our selves to God,
other Sacrifices will follow when we have First given our selves to God: Therefore the First sacrifice is to kill our corruptions, to offer our selves to God,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then we shall be ready to offer our estates, and to have nothing but at Gods disposing;
and then we shall be ready to offer our estates, and to have nothing but At God's disposing;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Oh Lord, of thy hand I have my body and my life, and my goods and all, I give them unto thee:
O Lord, of thy hand I have my body and my life, and my goods and all, I give them unto thee:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if thou wilt have me to enjoy them, I do;
if thou wilt have me to enjoy them, I do;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but if thou wilt have them sacrificed, I am a Priest, I am willing to offer my self as a burnt-sacrifice to thee even to the death,
but if thou wilt have them sacrificed, I am a Priest, I am willing to offer my self as a Burnt-sacrifice to thee even to the death,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and all other things when thou shalt be pleased to call for them:
and all other things when thou shalt be pleased to call for them:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and indeed, all other sacrifices of our goods, and thankfulnesse in words, they will easily come off when we have offered our selves, as I said before.
and indeed, all other Sacrifices of our goods, and thankfulness in words, they will Easily come off when we have offered our selves, as I said before.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What is the reason that men will not part with a penny for good uses? They have not given themselves as sacrifices unto God:
What is the reason that men will not part with a penny for good uses? They have not given themselves as Sacrifices unto God:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore in the Scripture we are pressed to give our selves unto God first: and it useth arguments to that purpose;
Therefore in the Scripture we Are pressed to give our selves unto God First: and it uses Arguments to that purpose;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as that we are not our own, but bought with a price, &c. And so for the Kingly office.
as that we Are not our own, but bought with a price, etc. And so for the Kingly office.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Every Christian by this anointing is made a King, Rev. 1. 6. He hath loved us, and washed us, and made us Kings, &c.
Every Christian by this anointing is made a King, Rev. 1. 6. He hath loved us, and washed us, and made us Kings, etc.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But how are we Kings? (to take away an Objection that ariseth in the hearts of carnal men) Oh (say they.) they talk that they are Kings,
But how Are we Kings? (to take away an Objection that arises in the hearts of carnal men) O (say they.) they talk that they Are Kings,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when perhaps they have not a penny in their purse;
when perhaps they have not a penny in their purse;
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they talk they are Kings, when in the mean time they are underlings in the world:
they talk they Are Kings, when in the mean time they Are underlings in the world:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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here are Kings indeed, think prophane conceited persons. Indeed, all other things are but shadowes, these be realities;
Here Are Kings indeed, think profane conceited Persons. Indeed, all other things Are but shadows, these be realities;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this is a Kingdome to purpose: Thou livest by sense and by fancy, or else if thou haddest the spiritual eye-salve,
this is a Kingdom to purpose: Thou Livest by sense and by fancy, or Else if thou Hadst the spiritual eyesalve,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if thou haddest thine eyes open to see the dignity of a Christian, thou wouldest judge him to be the onely King in the world:
if thou Hadst thine eyes open to see the dignity of a Christian, thou Wouldst judge him to be the only King in the world:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore I do not enlarge the Point to set colours upon matters, but indeed, I rather speak under:
and Therefore I do not enlarge the Point to Set colours upon matters, but indeed, I rather speak under:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there is no excellency that we can think of in this world, that riseth high enough to set out the state of a Christian: he is indeed a King.
there is no excellency that we can think of in this world, that Riseth high enough to Set out the state of a Christian: he is indeed a King.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For (I beseech you) what makes a King? Victory and Conquest, that makes a King:
For (I beseech you) what makes a King? Victory and Conquest, that makes a King:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Is not he a Conquerour that hath that in him that conquers the world, and all things else? others that are not Christians, they are slaves to lusts and pleasures.
Is not he a Conqueror that hath that in him that conquers the world, and all things Else? Others that Are not Christians, they Are slaves to Lustiest and pleasures.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A Christian that is chief Conquerour in the world, he conquers the world in his heart,
A Christian that is chief Conqueror in the world, he conquers the world in his heart,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and all temptations are inferiour to him; he sees them as things that he hath gotten the mastery of: He subdues the principal enemy:
and all temptations Are inferior to him; he sees them as things that he hath got the mastery of: He subdues the principal enemy:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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a Christian fears not death, he fears not Judgment, he fears not the wrath of God;
a Christian fears not death, he fears not Judgement, he fears not the wrath of God;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he knowes God is reconciled in Christ, and so all things are reconciled with him: God being at peace, all things else are at peace; so he is a Conquerour:
he knows God is reconciled in christ, and so all things Are reconciled with him: God being At peace, all things Else Are At peace; so he is a Conqueror:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he hath a Kingdom in himself, others have Kingdoms out of themselves, and in themselves they are slaves;
he hath a Kingdom in himself, Others have Kingdoms out of themselves, and in themselves they Are slaves;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is such a King as hath a Kingdom in himselfe; he hath peace and joy, and rest from base affections, and terrour of conscience.
he is such a King as hath a Kingdom in himself; he hath peace and joy, and rest from base affections, and terror of conscience.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Is not he a King that is a Lord and Master of all things? A Christian is Master of prosperity, he conquers it;
Is not he a King that is a Lord and Master of all things? A Christian is Master of Prosperity, he conquers it;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he can make it serve his turn, to be thankfull to God, to be ready to distribute:
he can make it serve his turn, to be thankful to God, to be ready to distribute:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is Master of adversity, I can want, and I can be abased, I can do all things through Christ that strengtheneth me, saith blessed Paul: He is an omnipotent King in some sense, he can do all through him that strengthens him:
he is Master of adversity, I can want, and I can be abased, I can do all things through christ that strengtheneth me, Says blessed Paul: He is an omnipotent King in Some sense, he can do all through him that strengthens him:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He hath conquered the King of fears, death:
He hath conquered the King of fears, death:
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that that makes the greatest Monarch in the world to shake and tremble, a Christian can think of with comfort:
that that makes the greatest Monarch in the world to shake and tremble, a Christian can think of with Comfort:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He can think of Gods wrath with comfort, appeased in Christ, stenched with his blood;
He can think of God's wrath with Comfort, appeased in christ, stenched with his blood;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he can think of the day of Judgment with comfort, that then his Saviour shall be his Judge,
he can think of the day of Judgement with Comfort, that then his Saviour shall be his Judge,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that he shall stand at the right hand of God:
and that he shall stand At the right hand of God:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He can think of afflictions with comfort, he is sanctified to all things, and all things are sanctified to him,
He can think of afflictions with Comfort, he is sanctified to all things, and all things Are sanctified to him,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and all things shall work for his good, nothing shall be able to separate him from Gods love to him in Christ,
and all things shall work for his good, nothing shall be able to separate him from God's love to him in christ,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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neither things present, nor things to come: neither things present, nor things to come:
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That which amazeth the Belshazzars of the world, and makes their knees smite one against another (as that hand-writing did him,) that which makes others quake to think of (a revenging God,
That which amazes the Belshazzars of the world, and makes their knees smite one against Another (as that handwriting did him,) that which makes Others quake to think of (a revenging God,
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before whom they must appear, and answer for all their miscarriages and their neglect of precious time,
before whom they must appear, and answer for all their miscarriages and their neglect of precious time,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and abuse of their places) they can think of with joy and comfort. He hath conquered himself and his own heart;
and abuse of their places) they can think of with joy and Comfort. He hath conquered himself and his own heart;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he can subdue the carnal part of him, and bring it under the Spirit;
he can subdue the carnal part of him, and bring it under the Spirit;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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all others, (though Kings) if they be not Christians, are slaves to some reigning lust or other.
all Others, (though Kings) if they be not Christians, Are slaves to Some reigning lust or other.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He is a King likewise in regard of possession; which is a second thing which makes a Christian an excellent person;
He is a King likewise in regard of possession; which is a second thing which makes a Christian an excellent person;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as he is a great Conquerour, so he is a great possessour;
as he is a great Conqueror, so he is a great possessor;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for All is yours (saith the Apostle,) things present and things to come, life and death, afflictions and crosses and all is yours:
for All is yours (Says the Apostle,) things present and things to come, life and death, afflictions and Crosses and all is yours:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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How? to help him to heaven; things present are his: comforts are his if they be present:
How? to help him to heaven; things present Are his: comforts Are his if they be present:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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afflictions are his to purge him, and to fit him for heaven: things to come are his, heaven is his, and terrours to come, all serve him:
afflictions Are his to purge him, and to fit him for heaven: things to come Are his, heaven is his, and terrors to come, all serve him:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Even evil things are his in advantage and successe;
Even evil things Are his in advantage and success;
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though in disposition they be not his, but have an hostile disposition in them, they are all over-power'd by the love of God:
though in disposition they be not his, but have an hostile disposition in them, they Are all overpowered by the love of God:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And Christ the King of heaven and earth over-rules all to the good of his:
And christ the King of heaven and earth overrules all to the good of his:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And so all good things are his, though not in civil possession, but as far as the great Governour of all things sees fit:
And so all good things Are his, though not in civil possession, but as Far as the great Governor of all things sees fit:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what a King is this? and therefore the word is not too great, to say; a Christian is a King:
what a King is this? and Therefore the word is not too great, to say; a Christian is a King:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is indeed the most excellent person in the world.
he is indeed the most excellent person in the world.
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And he hath likewise a Kingly spirit, that is, he doth things with love and freedome of spirit, that others do upon compulsion:
And he hath likewise a Kingly Spirit, that is, he does things with love and freedom of Spirit, that Others do upon compulsion:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for he hath the royal Law of love (as the Apostle saith) written in his heart:
for he hath the royal Law of love (as the Apostle Says) written in his heart:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what is that? the royal Law of love is this, when a man doth that which he doth from love,
what is that? the royal Law of love is this, when a man does that which he does from love,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and from a Princely spirit, when he is not compelled:
and from a Princely Spirit, when he is not compelled:
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that which others do not at all, or by force is wrung from them, he doth out of a Princely spirit that is in him,
that which Others do not At all, or by force is wrung from them, he does out of a Princely Spirit that is in him,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because his spirit is enlarged and anointed by the Spirit of God to every good work.
Because his Spirit is enlarged and anointed by the Spirit of God to every good work.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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These things might be enlarged, but a taste of them is sufficient;
These things might be enlarged, but a taste of them is sufficient;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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whatsoever is in the world, yet there is hope in heaven, though there be little comfort upon earth;
whatsoever is in the world, yet there is hope in heaven, though there be little Comfort upon earth;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and they are very useful to raise our hearts to consider that there is another manner of State then the world thinks of:
and they Are very useful to raise our hearts to Consider that there is Another manner of State then the world thinks of:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there are spiritual and excellent Kings and Priests; and this will stand by us when all other excellencies will fail:
there Are spiritual and excellent Kings and Priests; and this will stand by us when all other excellencies will fail:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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All flesh is grasse, and as the flower of the grasse; All Flesh is grass, and as the flower of the grass;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but this dignity, this anointing which we have by the Spirit, and by the Word of God, it endures for ever, and abides to all eternity.
but this dignity, this anointing which we have by the Spirit, and by the Word of God, it endures for ever, and abides to all eternity.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now (not to go on in more particulars, but) to make some Use of this.
Now (not to go on in more particulars, but) to make Some Use of this.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Surely, this is true in some degree of every Christian, that he is a Prophet, to discern of things that differ;
Surely, this is true in Some degree of every Christian, that he is a Prophet, to discern of things that differ;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and he hath a supernatural heavenly light answerable to the things; a spiritual light to judge of spiritual things:
and he hath a supernatural heavenly Light answerable to the things; a spiritual Light to judge of spiritual things:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And he is a Priest to stand before God continually: And he is a King, by conquest, by possession, by qualification.
And he is a Priest to stand before God continually: And he is a King, by conquest, by possession, by qualification.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I say, this undoubtedly is true of all spiritual persons that are anointed. As it is said of Saul, that when he was anointed he had another Spirit;
I say, this undoubtedly is true of all spiritual Persons that Are anointed. As it is said of Saul, that when he was anointed he had Another Spirit;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so God never makes a Christian, but he gives him the Spirit of a Christian:
so God never makes a Christian, but he gives him the Spirit of a Christian:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Gods calling is with qualification, it is not a meer titular anointing, but there is another Spirit goes along with this anointing, then there was before calling:
God's calling is with qualification, it is not a mere titular anointing, but there is Another Spirit Goes along with this anointing, then there was before calling:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though men be trained up from their infancy in the truth, yet when they are anointed by the Spirit of God, there will another manner of Spirit appear in them,
though men be trained up from their infancy in the truth, yet when they Are anointed by the Spirit of God, there will Another manner of Spirit appear in them,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then ever was in them before, or then that which is in the world.
then ever was in them before, or then that which is in the world.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I beseech you therefore, (for dignity prepares and stirres up to duty, a man never so carries himself in his place and condition,
I beseech you Therefore, (for dignity prepares and stirs up to duty, a man never so carries himself in his place and condition,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as when he thinks of his condition,) oft think of the excellent estate we are advanced to in Christ;
as when he thinks of his condition,) oft think of the excellent estate we Are advanced to in christ;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it will put us in mind of a qualification and disposition answerable:
it will put us in mind of a qualification and disposition answerable:
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that as the Apostle oft presseth it, we may walk worthy our calling, that we may walk worthy of this dignity.
that as the Apostle oft Presseth it, we may walk worthy our calling, that we may walk worthy of this dignity.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When we are tempted therefore to sin, and to base courses, let us say as good Nehemiah when he was moved to flie, What shall such a man as I flie? so should we say to any temptation to base courses of life, what shall such a man as I do this? Why,
When we Are tempted Therefore to since, and to base courses, let us say as good Nehemiah when he was moved to fly, What shall such a man as I fly? so should we say to any temptation to base courses of life, what shall such a man as I do this? Why,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if I be a Christian, if I be not onely a titular Christian, (which is onely sufficient to damne me,
if I be a Christian, if I be not only a titular Christian, (which is only sufficient to damn me,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and not to do me good,) but if I be a real Christian, I must be a Priest, I must keep my self unspotted of the world,
and not to do me good,) but if I be a real Christian, I must be a Priest, I must keep my self unspotted of the world,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and undefiled, and not touch any unclean thing:
and undefiled, and not touch any unclean thing:
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I must be in a state and condition to pray to God, Shall I regard iniquity, that God should not hear my prayer?
I must be in a state and condition to pray to God, Shall I regard iniquity, that God should not hear my prayer?
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If I be a Christian, I am a King;
If I be a Christian, I am a King;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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shall I debase my self? shall I cast my crown in the dirt? God hath raised me,
shall I debase my self? shall I cast my crown in the dirt? God hath raised me,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and made me an heir of heaven, shall I abase my self to sins, and to base lusts,
and made me an heir of heaven, shall I abase my self to Sins, and to base Lustiest,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so that I cannot rule my own members, and yet professe my self to be a King? For a Christian that is a King, that hath a guard of Angels about him, that is the most excellent creature in the world,
so that I cannot Rule my own members, and yet profess my self to be a King? For a Christian that is a King, that hath a guard of Angels about him, that is the most excellent creature in the world,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for him to abase himself to the world;
for him to abase himself to the world;
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he that is bred from heaven, for him to have no higher thoughts then the things below, to have an earthly mind,
he that is bred from heaven, for him to have no higher thoughts then the things below, to have an earthly mind,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and earthly thoughts, it is a shrewd presumption that he is but onely a titular Christian;
and earthly thoughts, it is a shrewd presumption that he is but only a titular Christian;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and hath not received this inward and spiritual anointing.
and hath not received this inward and spiritual anointing.
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It was a speech of the Martyrs in the Primitive Church, when they were asked their names, they gave this answer, Christianus sum, I am a Christian; and that satisfied all questions:
It was a speech of the Martyrs in the Primitive Church, when they were asked their names, they gave this answer, Christian sum, I am a Christian; and that satisfied all questions:
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so when we are basely tempted to courses unbefitting our dignity, answer them from our Baptisme, I am baptized into Christ,
so when we Are basely tempted to courses unbefitting our dignity, answer them from our Baptism, I am baptised into christ,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so am become a Christian, and this is unbeseeming the profession of Christianity. I beseech you let us remember our calling, we are called to be Prophets, Kings,
and so am become a Christian, and this is unbeseeming the profession of Christianity. I beseech you let us Remember our calling, we Are called to be prophets, Kings,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Priests, and not onely here, but in the world to come we shall be so;
and Priests, and not only Here, but in the world to come we shall be so;
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we must not think to be Kings in Heaven, except we begin it here.
we must not think to be Kings in Heaven, except we begin it Here.
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It is with a Christian, as it was with David, he was anointed many yeares before he was actually a King upon the Throne;
It is with a Christian, as it was with David, he was anointed many Years before he was actually a King upon the Throne;
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while Saul lived, he did not enjoy the Kingdome:
while Saul lived, he did not enjoy the Kingdom:
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So we are anointed in this world, in part we are Kings while we are here;
So we Are anointed in this world, in part we Are Kings while we Are Here;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Kings over our selves, and over the world:
Kings over our selves, and over the world:
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a Christian sees all under him that is worldly, he treads the Moon under his feet:
a Christian sees all under him that is worldly, he treads the Moon under his feet:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but our anointing hath then especially its effect when we are in heaven; as Davids anointing it had its special effect when Saul was dead.
but our anointing hath then especially its Effect when we Are in heaven; as Davids anointing it had its special Effect when Saul was dead.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We must now carry our selves as those that shall be Kings: those that are not Kings here, shall never be Kings hereafter;
We must now carry our selves as those that shall be Kings: those that Are not Kings Here, shall never be Kings hereafter;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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those that are not Priests here, shall never walk with Christ in heaven in long white Robes for ever.
those that Are not Priests Here, shall never walk with christ in heaven in long white Robes for ever.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Eternal life is begun here in all the parts of it.
Eternal life is begun Here in all the parts of it.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore I beseech you, if our memories be so shallow that we cannot remember other bonds, let us remember our Baptisme, let us read our duty in our Baptisme:
And Therefore I beseech you, if our memories be so shallow that we cannot Remember other bonds, let us Remember our Baptism, let us read our duty in our Baptism:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what are we baptized into? Into Christ, that is, to take the Name of Christ upon us, to be Christians;
what Are we baptised into? Into christ, that is, to take the Name of christ upon us, to be Christians;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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which name implies these three, to be a King, Priest, and Prophet. What do we then when we sin? We reverse our Baptisme in some sort:
which name Implies these three, to be a King, Priest, and Prophet. What do we then when we sin? We reverse our Baptism in Some sort:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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let it be an aggravation then when we are tempted to sin;
let it be an aggravation then when we Are tempted to since;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is Treason to God, I shall leave my Captain, under whose banner I have vowed to fight against the Devil, the world, and the flesh;
it is Treason to God, I shall leave my Captain, under whose banner I have vowed to fight against the devil, the world, and the Flesh;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to forsake my colours is the greatest treachery: Yea, it is sacriledge:
and to forsake my colours is the greatest treachery: Yea, it is sacrilege:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so God accounts it, when thou prophanest thine eyes and thine eares in seeing and hearing of vanity,
and so God accounts it, when thou profanest thine eyes and thine ears in seeing and hearing of vanity,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as you do when you frequent Play-houses and the like: I say, it is sacrilegious; Kings and Priests were dedicated persons, and to imploy dedicated things about any other businesse, then to God, is sacriledge;
as you do when you frequent Play-houses and the like: I say, it is sacrilegious; Kings and Priests were dedicated Persons, and to employ dedicated things about any other business, then to God, is sacrilege;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is a committing of folly with thy soul. Men have slight conceits of Religion, and scarce a tincture of it:
it is a committing of folly with thy soul. Men have slight conceits of Religion, and scarce a tincture of it:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if they did deeply consider what Religion is, that it seizeth upon the soul, that it alters and changeth it, that whosoever will have benefit by the Promises, he must have an inward qualification,
if they did deeply Consider what Religion is, that it seizes upon the soul, that it alters and changes it, that whosoever will have benefit by the Promises, he must have an inward qualification,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and be anointed with the Spirit; they would have better conceits of it then they have:
and be anointed with the Spirit; they would have better conceits of it then they have:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and hence it is therefore that men make so little conscience of giving liberty to their eares and eyes to hear and see vanity,
and hence it is Therefore that men make so little conscience of giving liberty to their ears and eyes to hear and see vanity,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and defile themselves in evil courses, and cleave to the occasions of sin.
and defile themselves in evil courses, and cleave to the occasions of since.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us oft (I beseech you) be stirred up to think of our high prerogatives, with high admiration, what love! what love!
Let us oft (I beseech you) be stirred up to think of our high prerogatives, with high admiration, what love! what love!
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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hath God shewed, That we should be called the sons of God, that we should be made Kings and Priests to God the Father.
hath God showed, That we should be called the Sons of God, that we should be made Kings and Priests to God the Father.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And if every you hope to have comfort by Religion, you must find this anointing in your selves, raising you above other men to holy duties, to be Kings, and Priests, and Prophets.
And if every you hope to have Comfort by Religion, you must find this anointing in your selves, raising you above other men to holy duties, to be Kings, and Priests, and prophets.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Who hath anointed us, and sealed us, &c. You see then, a Christian is stablished this way in Christ, because he is anointed by the Spirit of God;
Who hath anointed us, and sealed us, etc. You see then, a Christian is established this Way in christ, Because he is anointed by the Spirit of God;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he is dedicated and consecrated to God:
he is dedicated and consecrated to God:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Hence (before I go on to that which followeth) in that the Apostle coupleth anointing,
Hence (before I go on to that which follows) in that the Apostle Coupleth anointing,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and sealing, and earnest to the Promises, observe this briefly, None have interest in the Promises of mercy, none can find comfort by them,
and sealing, and earnest to the Promises, observe this briefly, None have Interest in the Promises of mercy, none can find Comfort by them,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but such as find some change in themselves.
but such as find Some change in themselves.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Promises of God (as I have often said) are the riches of a Christian, and his inheritance:
The Promises of God (as I have often said) Are the riches of a Christian, and his inheritance:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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take all from him, you must needs leave him this, you cannot take this from him:
take all from him, you must needs leave him this, you cannot take this from him:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and as an Usurer thinks he is a rich man, though he have not two pence in his house,
and as an Usurer thinks he is a rich man, though he have not two pence in his house,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but all that he hath is in Bills and Bonds, so a Christian, though haply he have not much in actual possession,
but all that he hath is in Bills and Bonds, so a Christian, though haply he have not much in actual possession,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet he is rich in that he hath Gods bonds in the promises:
yet he is rich in that he hath God's bonds in the promises:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but now a man cannot say that he is interessed in the promises, that he can lay claim to them,
but now a man cannot say that he is interested in the promises, that he can lay claim to them,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if he be an unfruitful man, an unhallowed man, that hath not the sweet oyntment of the Spirit, changing of him (as it is said of Saul) into another man:
if he be an unfruitful man, an unhallowed man, that hath not the sweet ointment of the Spirit, changing of him (as it is said of Saul) into Another man:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for God wheresoever he reconciles himself, and gives any promise of favour and mercy, there he works a qualification.
for God wheresoever he reconciles himself, and gives any promise of favour and mercy, there he works a qualification.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Of necessity it must be so, because he is reconciled to amity: now in friendship there must be a correspondent similitude of disposition and sympathy.
Of necessity it must be so, Because he is reconciled to amity: now in friendship there must be a correspondent similitude of disposition and Sympathy.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now as long as we are in our natural estate, and remain unhallowed and defiled, we are in such terms as God and we cannot meet in amity,
Now as long as we Are in our natural estate, and remain unhallowed and defiled, we Are in such terms as God and we cannot meet in amity,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore wheresoever the promises of the favour of God and reconciliation are of force, there must be a change:
and Therefore wheresoever the promises of the favour of God and reconciliation Are of force, there must be a change:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God, when he intends to shew favour to any, he alters and changeth them, that they may be such as he may have content, and complacency and delight in.
God, when he intends to show favour to any, he alters and changes them, that they may be such as he may have content, and complacency and delight in.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We see then there is a necessity of examining our selves in this point.
We see then there is a necessity of examining our selves in this point.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If thou be anointed, examine thy self, what inward power of grace thou hast, what sweet work of the Spirit;
If thou be anointed, examine thy self, what inward power of grace thou hast, what sweet work of the Spirit;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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whether thou find in thee a principle above corruption, that makes thee rule above that which the world is inthralled unto:
whither thou find in thee a principle above corruption, that makes thee Rule above that which the world is enthralled unto:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this is a sign that I am sealed with the Spirit of God:
this is a Signen that I am sealed with the Spirit of God:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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undoubtedly as our title to heaven it is out of our selves, by the promises we have of salvation and reconciliation in Christ;
undoubtedly as our title to heaven it is out of our selves, by the promises we have of salvation and reconciliation in christ;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so the evidences must be found in our selves; there must be anointing, and sealing, and the Earnest of the Spirit:
so the evidences must be found in our selves; there must be anointing, and sealing, and the Earnest of the Spirit:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore I beseech you, think seriously of what I have delivered of that Point before. But we shall have occasion in the particulars after to speak more of this.
Therefore I beseech you, think seriously of what I have Delivered of that Point before. But we shall have occasion in the particulars After to speak more of this.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I go on therefore to the second word, Who hath sealed us. The same God that anoints us, seales us.
I go on Therefore to the second word, Who hath sealed us. The same God that anoints us, Seals us.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Anointing and sealing go both together; both are to secure us of our estate in Christ:
Anointing and sealing go both together; both Are to secure us of our estate in christ:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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both wrought by the Spirit of God. Now Christ is the first sealed, Job. 6. Him hath God the Father sealed:
both wrought by the Spirit of God. Now christ is the First sealed, Job. 6. Him hath God the Father sealed:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ is sealed to be our Redeemer, that is, God hath set apart Christ from others, hath distinguished him,
christ is sealed to be our Redeemer, that is, God hath Set apart christ from Others, hath distinguished him,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and sealed him, and set a stamp upon him to be the Messiah:
and sealed him, and Set a stamp upon him to be the Messiah:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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sealed him to the great work of Redemption, first by the graces of the Spirit; (for he is full of them, having received the Spirit above measure,) and not onely so,
sealed him to the great work of Redemption, First by the graces of the Spirit; (for he is full of them, having received the Spirit above measure,) and not only so,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but he sealed him by many miracles, by the resurrection from the dead, by which he was declared to be the Son of God;
but he sealed him by many Miracles, by the resurrection from the dead, by which he was declared to be the Son of God;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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by the calling of the Gentiles, and by many other things. Christ being sealed, he sealed all that he did for our redemption with his blood:
by the calling of the Gentiles, and by many other things. christ being sealed, he sealed all that he did for our redemption with his blood:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and for the strengthening of our faith, he hath added outward seales, the two Sacraments, to seal our faith in this blood,
and for the strengthening of our faith, he hath added outward Seals, the two Sacraments, to seal our faith in this blood,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and in him who is sealed of the Father, But here in this place is meant another manner of sealing;
and in him who is sealed of the Father, But Here in this place is meant Another manner of sealing;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for here is not meant the sealing of Christ, but the sealing of us, that have communion with Christ.
for Here is not meant the sealing of christ, but the sealing of us, that have communion with christ.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The same Spirit that sealed the Redeemer, seales the redeemed. What is our Sealing? Sealing we know hath this use.
The same Spirit that sealed the Redeemer, Seals the redeemed. What is our Sealing? Sealing we know hath this use.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First of all, it doth imprint a likenesse of him that doth seal upon the wax that is sealed:
First of all, it does imprint a likeness of him that does seal upon the wax that is sealed:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as when the Kings Picture or Image is stamped or sealed upon the wax;
as when the Kings Picture or Image is stamped or sealed upon the wax;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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every thing in the wax answers to that in the seal, face to face, eye to eye, hand to hand, foot to foot, body to body.
every thing in the wax answers to that in the seal, face to face, eye to eye, hand to hand, foot to foot, body to body.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So we are said to be sealed, when we carry in our soules the Image of Jesus Christ:
So we Are said to be sealed, when we carry in our Souls the Image of jesus christ:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so shall we be heavenly-minded as he was heavenly-minded on earth, talking and discoursing of the Kingdome of Heaven,
and so shall we be heavenly-minded as he was heavenly-minded on earth, talking and discoursing of the Kingdom of Heaven,
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for the Spirit sets the stamp of Jesus Christ upon every Christian, so that there is the likenesse of Christ in all things: understanding answers understanding, in proportion;
for the Spirit sets the stamp of jesus christ upon every Christian, so that there is the likeness of christ in all things: understanding answers understanding, in proportion;
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as a child (you know) answers the father, it hath limb for limb, foot for foot, finger for finger,
as a child (you know) answers the father, it hath limb for limb, foot for foot, finger for finger,
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but it is not in quantity, but in proportion and likenesse:
but it is not in quantity, but in proportion and likeness:
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so it is in the soul that is sealed by the Spirit, there is a likenesse to Christ, something of every grace of Christ:
so it is in the soul that is sealed by the Spirit, there is a likeness to christ, something of every grace of christ:
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there is understanding of the same heavenly supernatural truths; there is a judging of things as Christ judgeth:
there is understanding of the same heavenly supernatural truths; there is a judging of things as christ Judgeth:
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and the affections go as Christs do; he loves that which Christ loves, and he hates that which he hates:
and the affections go as Christ doe; he loves that which christ loves, and he hates that which he hates:
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he joyes in that which Christ delights in:
he Joys in that which christ delights in:
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Every affection of the soul is carried that way that the affections of our blessed Saviour are carried in proportion:
Every affection of the soul is carried that Way that the affections of our blessed Saviour Are carried in proportion:
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Every thing in the soul is answerable to Jesus Christ;
Every thing in the soul is answerable to jesus christ;
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and there is no grace in Christ, but there is the like in every Christian in some small measure:
and there is no grace in christ, but there is the like in every Christian in Some small measure:
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the Obedience of Christ to his Father even to the death, it is in every Christian:
the obedience of christ to his Father even to the death, it is in every Christian:
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the Humility whereby Christ abased himself, it is in every Christian. Christ works in the soul that receiveth him, a likenesse to himself.
the Humility whereby christ abased himself, it is in every Christian. christ works in the soul that receives him, a likeness to himself.
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And this is an undoubted Character of a Christian;
And this is an undoubted Character of a Christian;
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The soul that believes in Christ, doth not onely believe in him for his own sake, to be forgiven of his sins,
The soul that believes in christ, does not only believe in him for his own sake, to be forgiven of his Sins,
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but together with believing, feeling the forgivenesse of his sins, and that Christ hath so loved him,
but together with believing, feeling the forgiveness of his Sins, and that christ hath so loved him,
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and done such things for him, he is ambitious to expresse Christ in all things; and it stirres him up with desire to be like him:
and done such things for him, he is ambitious to express christ in all things; and it stirs him up with desire to be like him:
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for, thinks he, is there such love in Christ to me? and is there such grace and mercy in God to me? and was Christ so good as to do and to suffer such things for me? Oh how shall I improve things for him? Oh that I might be like him! lovely in his eyes!
for, thinks he, is there such love in christ to me? and is there such grace and mercy in God to me? and was christ so good as to do and to suffer such things for me? O how shall I improve things for him? O that I might be like him! lovely in his eyes!
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This (I say) must needs be so, these desires are undoubtedly universally in the soules of all those that partake of Christ;
This (I say) must needs be so, these Desires Are undoubtedly universally in the Souls of all those that partake of christ;
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it is the nature of the thing to be so: we shall desire to be transformed more and more to Christ;
it is the nature of the thing to be so: we shall desire to be transformed more and more to christ;
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Every way to bear the Image of the second Adam, who is (as the Apostle saith) from heaven, heavenly;
Every Way to bear the Image of the second Adam, who is (as the Apostle Says) from heaven, heavenly;
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and sitting people for the Kingdome of heaven, and drawing others from this world to meditate of a better estate:
and sitting people for the Kingdom of heaven, and drawing Others from this world to meditate of a better estate:
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there is a likenesse to these in the soul of every believer:
there is a likeness to these in the soul of every believer:
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and that's the reason that Christs Offices are put together in all those that he saves, that look whosoever he is a Priest to, to dye for their sins, to them he is a Prophet to teach them,
and that's the reason that Christ Offices Are put together in all those that he saves, that look whosoever he is a Priest to, to die for their Sins, to them he is a Prophet to teach them,
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and a King to subdue their corruptions, and to change them, and alter them, and to rule them by his Spirit.
and a King to subdue their corruptions, and to change them, and altar them, and to Rule them by his Spirit.
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You have carnal men in presumption, which leads them to destruction;
You have carnal men in presumption, which leads them to destruction;
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they sever things in Christ, they will take benefit by Christ, but they care not for his likenesse:
they sever things in christ, they will take benefit by christ, but they care not for his likeness:
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they will have him as a Priest, but they respect him not as a King. Now all that are Christs have the stamp of the Spirit upon them:
they will have him as a Priest, but they respect him not as a King. Now all that Are Christ have the stamp of the Spirit upon them:
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there are desires wrought in them by the Spirit of God to that purpose: and a Spirit of Sanctification, that makes them every way like Christ in their proportion.
there Are Desires wrought in them by the Spirit of God to that purpose: and a Spirit of Sanctification, that makes them every Way like christ in their proportion.
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And that is an evidence of the sealing of such a soul; because the soul of it self hath no such impression:
And that is an evidence of the sealing of such a soul; Because the soul of it self hath not such impression:
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for the soul of it self is a barren Wildernesse, a stone that is cold and uncapable of impression:
for the soul of it self is a barren Wilderness, a stone that is cold and uncapable of impression:
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when therefore the soul can command nature, being stiffe, and hard, and dead, we see an impression of a higher nature, a man may know that undoubtedly the Spirit of God hath been in this soul;
when Therefore the soul can command nature, being stiff, and hard, and dead, we see an impression of a higher nature, a man may know that undoubtedly the Spirit of God hath been in this soul;
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for we see a loving spirit, an humble spirit, a gracious, a believing, a broken spirit,
for we see a loving Spirit, an humble Spirit, a gracious, a believing, a broken Spirit,
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an obedient spirit to every commandment of God; the soul can yield it self wholly to the will of God in all things:
an obedient Spirit to every Commandment of God; the soul can yield it self wholly to the will of God in all things:
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certainly (I say) the Spirit of God hath been here; for these things grow not in a natural soul.
Certainly (I say) the Spirit of God hath been Here; for these things grow not in a natural soul.
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A stone (you know) is cold by nature, and if a man feel a stone to be hot, a man may undeniably gather, Certainly the Sun hath shined upon this stone:
A stone (you know) is cold by nature, and if a man feel a stone to be hight, a man may undeniably gather, Certainly the Sun hath shined upon this stone:
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Our hearts are very cold by nature, undoubtedly when they are warmed with the love of God, that they are made plyable to duties, the Sun of righteousnesse, Christ hath shined on this cold heart.
Our hearts Are very cold by nature, undoubtedly when they Are warmed with the love of God, that they Are made pliable to duties, the Sun of righteousness, christ hath shined on this cold heart.
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Gods Spirit can work on Marble, can work on Brasse, as Jeremy saith. It was the commendations of one of the Fathers, that he could work on Brasse.
God's Spirit can work on Marble, can work on Brass, as Jeremiah Says. It was the commendations of one of the Father's, that he could work on Brass.
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God can work on our soules which are as brasse, and make an impression of grace there:
God can work on our Souls which Are as brass, and make an impression of grace there:
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and therefore when a man sees an impression upon such hard mettal, certainly he may know that the finger of Gods Spirit hath been there.
and Therefore when a man sees an impression upon such hard metal, Certainly he may know that the finger of God's Spirit hath been there.
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So that the work of Sanctification is an undoubted feal of the Spirit of God. A second use of a Seal is Distinction. Seales are given for distinguishing:
So that the work of Sanctification is an undoubted feal of the Spirit of God. A second use of a Seal is Distinction. Seals Are given for distinguishing:
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for you know sealing is a stamp set upon some few out of many: so this sealing of the Spirit, it distinguisheth Christians from others;
for you know sealing is a stamp Set upon Some few out of many: so this sealing of the Spirit, it Distinguisheth Christians from Others;
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as we shall see more at large afterwards.
as we shall see more At large afterwards.
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Then again, a Seal it serves for Appropriation: for men seal those things that are their own.
Then again, a Seal it serves for Appropriation: for men seal those things that Are their own.
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Merchants seal those Wares that they either have, or mean to have a right unto:
Merchants seal those Wares that they either have, or mean to have a right unto:
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Men seal their own sheep, and not others, and stamp their own Wares, and not others.
Men seal their own sheep, and not Others, and stamp their own Wares, and not Others.
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God here stoops so low as to make use of terms that are used in humane matters and contracts:
God Here stoops so low as to make use of terms that Are used in humane matters and contracts:
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and by sealing, he shewes that he hath appropriated his own to himself, chosen and singled them out for himself to delight in.
and by sealing, he shows that he hath appropriated his own to himself, chosen and singled them out for himself to delight in.
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Again, sealing further serves to make things authentical, to give authority and excellency to things:
Again, sealing further serves to make things authentical, to give Authority and excellency to things:
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Magistrates and Officers go with their broad Seal, and deliver things that they would have carried with authority, sealed;
Magistrates and Officers go with their broad Seal, and deliver things that they would have carried with Authority, sealed;
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and the Seal of the Prince is the authority of the Prince:
and the Seal of the Prince is the Authority of the Prince:
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so that a Seal is to make things authentical, to give validity to things answerable to the value and esteem of him that seales.
so that a Seal is to make things authentical, to give validity to things answerable to the valve and esteem of him that Seals.
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These four principal uses there is of sealing. Now God by his Spirit doth all these:
These four principal uses there is of sealing. Now God by his Spirit does all these:
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for God by his Spirit sets the stamp and likenesse of Christ upon us; he distinguisheth us from others, from the great refuse of the world: he appropriates us to himself;
for God by his Spirit sets the stamp and likeness of christ upon us; he Distinguisheth us from Others, from the great refuse of the world: he appropriates us to himself;
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and like wise he authorizeth us and puts an excellency upon us to secure us against all:
and like wise he authorizeth us and puts an excellency upon us to secure us against all:
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when we have Gods Seal upon us we stand against all accusations;
when we have God's Seal upon us we stand against all accusations;
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Who shall separate us from the love of God? we dare def• … all objections,Who shall separate us from the love of God? we Dare def• … all objections,
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and all accusations of conscience whatsoever:
and all accusations of conscience whatsoever:
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a man that hath Gods ▪ Seal, he stands impregnable, it so authorizeth him in his conscience:
a man that hath God's ▪ Seal, he Stands impregnable, it so authorizeth him in his conscience:
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for it is given us for our assurance, and not for Gods: God seales not because he is ignorant, He knowes who are his.
for it is given us for our assurance, and not for God's: God Seals not Because he is ignorant, He knows who Are his.
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and to those he will alwayes shew a distinct and respective love in hard times.
and to those he will always show a distinct and respective love in hard times.
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But what? is the Spirit it self this seal? or the graces of the Spirit? or the comforts of the Spirit? what is this seal? (for that is the question now) whether the Spirit it self,
But what? is the Spirit it self this seal? or the graces of the Spirit? or the comforts of the Spirit? what is this seal? (for that is the question now) whither the Spirit it self,
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or the work of the Spirit, or the comfort and joy of the Spirit?
or the work of the Spirit, or the Comfort and joy of the Spirit?
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I answer, indeed the Spirit of God where it is, is a sufficient seal to us, that God hath set us out for his:
I answer, indeed the Spirit of God where it is, is a sufficient seal to us, that God hath Set us out for his:
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for whosoever hath the Spirit of Christ is his; and whosoever hath not the Spirit of Christ is none of his:
for whosoever hath the Spirit of christ is his; and whosoever hath not the Spirit of christ is none of his:
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but the Spirit is the Authour of this sealing: and the sealing that is in us, is wrought by the Spirit:
but the Spirit is the Author of this sealing: and the sealing that is in us, is wrought by the Spirit:
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so that except you take the Spirit for that which is wrought by the Spirit, you have not the right comprehension of sealing;
so that except you take the Spirit for that which is wrought by the Spirit, you have not the right comprehension of sealing;
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and so the Spirit with that which the Spirit works, is the seal: for the Spirit is alway with his own seal, with his own stamp.
and so the Spirit with that which the Spirit works, is the seal: for the Spirit is always with his own seal, with his own stamp.
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Other seales are removed from the stamp, and the stamp remains, though the seal be gone:
Other Seals Are removed from the stamp, and the stamp remains, though the seal be gone:
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but the Spirit of God dwells and keeps a perpetual residence in the heart of a Christian, guiding him, moving him, enlightning of him, governing him, comforting him, doing all offices of a seal in his heart, till he have brought him to heaven:
but the Spirit of God dwells and keeps a perpetual residence in the heart of a Christian, guiding him, moving him, enlightening of him, governing him, comforting him, doing all Offices of a seal in his heart, till he have brought him to heaven:
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for the Holy Ghost never leaves us; it is the sweetest inhabitant that ever lodging was given to:
for the Holy Ghost never leaves us; it is the Sweetest inhabitant that ever lodging was given to:
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he doth all that is done in the soul, and he is perpetually with his own work in joy and comfort;
he does all that is done in the soul, and he is perpetually with his own work in joy and Comfort;
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though he seems sometimes to be in a corner of the heart, and is not discernable,
though he seems sometime to be in a corner of the heart, and is not discernible,
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yet he alway dwells in us: the Spirit is alwayes with the stamp it sets upon the soul.
yet he always dwells in us: the Spirit is always with the stamp it sets upon the soul.
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What is that stamp then? (to come to the matter more particularly,) what is that that the Spirit seales us with especially? what is that work?
What is that stamp then? (to come to the matter more particularly,) what is that that the Spirit Seals us with especially? what is that work?
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I answer, the Spirit works in this order for the most part; and in some of these universally.
I answer, the Spirit works in this order for the most part; and in Some of these universally.
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First, the Spirit doth together with the Word (which is the instrument of the Spirit, the Chariot in which it is carried) convince us of the evil that is in us,
First, the Spirit does together with the Word (which is the Instrument of the Spirit, the Chariot in which it is carried) convince us of the evil that is in us,
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and of the ill estate we are in by reason thereof:
and of the ill estate we Are in by reason thereof:
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it convinceth us that we are sinners, and of the fearful estate that we are in by sin:
it Convinces us that we Are Sinners, and of the fearful estate that we Are in by since:
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this is the first work of the Spirit on a man in the state of nature;
this is the First work of the Spirit on a man in the state of nature;
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natureally I am full of malice, now I can love, I can pray heartily for mine enemies, as Christ did:
natureally I am full of malice, now I can love, I can pray heartily for mine enemies, as christ did:
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it convinceth us of the ill that is in us, and of the ill due unto us, and thereupon it abaseth us:
it Convinces us of the ill that is in us, and of the ill due unto us, and thereupon it abaseth us:
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therefore it is called the Spirit of bondage, because it makes a man tremble and quake till he see his peace in Christ.
Therefore it is called the Spirit of bondage, Because it makes a man tremble and quake till he see his peace in christ.
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When the Spirit hath done that, then it convinceth a man by a better, by a sweeter light, discovering a remedy in Christ, who is sealed of God, to reconcile God and us.
When the Spirit hath done that, then it Convinces a man by a better, by a Sweeten Light, discovering a remedy in christ, who is sealed of God, to reconcile God and us.
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And as he enlightneth the soul, convinceth it of the all-sufficiency that is in Christ, and the authority that he hath, being sent and sealed of God for that purpose;
And as he Enlighteneth the soul, Convinces it of the All-sufficiency that is in christ, and the Authority that he hath, being sent and sealed of God for that purpose;
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so he works on the affections, he inclines the heart to go to God in Christ,
so he works on the affections, he inclines the heart to go to God in christ,
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and to cast himself on him by faith.
and to cast himself on him by faith.
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Now when the soul is thus convinced of the evil that is in us, and of the good that is in Christ,
Now when the soul is thus convinced of the evil that is in us, and of the good that is in christ,
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and with this convincing is enclined and moved by the holy Spirit, (as indeed the holy Spirit doth all) then upon this the Spirit vouchsafeth a superadded work, (as the Spirit doth still adde to his own work) he addes a confirming work, which is here called Sealing: that seal is not faith:
and with this convincing is inclined and moved by the holy Spirit, (as indeed the holy Spirit does all) then upon this the Spirit vouchsafeth a superadded work, (as the Spirit does still add to his own work) he adds a confirming work, which is Here called Sealing: that seal is not faith:
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for the Apostle saith, After you believed, ye were sealed:
for the Apostle Says, After you believed, you were sealed:
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so that this sealing is not the work of faith, but it is a work of the Spirit upon faith, assuring the soul of its estate in grace.
so that this sealing is not the work of faith, but it is a work of the Spirit upon faith, assuring the soul of its estate in grace.
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But what need confirmation when we believe? Is not faith confirmation enough? when a man may by a reflect act of the soul know that he is in the state of grace by believing?
But what need confirmation when we believe? Is not faith confirmation enough? when a man may by a reflect act of the soul know that he is in the state of grace by believing?
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It is true, as the natural conscience knows what is in a man, as the natural judgment can reflect,
It is true, as the natural conscience knows what is in a man, as the natural judgement can reflect,
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so the spiritual understanding can reflect;
so the spiritual understanding can reflect;
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and when he believes, he knowes that he believes, without the Spirit, by the reflect act of the understanding (except he be in case of temptaton) what needs sealing then?
and when he believes, he knows that he believes, without the Spirit, by the reflect act of the understanding (except he be in case of temptaton) what needs sealing then?
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This act of ours in believing, and the knowledge of our believing it is oft terribly shaken:
This act of ours in believing, and the knowledge of our believing it is oft terribly shaken:
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and God is wondrous desirous (as we see by the whole passage of the Scripture) that we should be secure of his love;
and God is wondrous desirous (as we see by the Whole passage of the Scripture) that we should be secure of his love;
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he knowes that he can have no glory, and we can have no comfort else:
he knows that he can have no glory, and we can have no Comfort Else:
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and rherefore when we by faith have sealed to his truth, he knowes that we need still further sealing, that our faith be current and good,
and rherefore when we by faith have sealed to his truth, he knows that we need still further sealing, that our faith be current and good,
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and to strengthen our faith, for all is little enough in the time of temptation;
and to strengthen our faith, for all is little enough in the time of temptation;
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and therefore the single witnesse of our soul by the reflect act, knowing that we do believe when we do believe, it is not strong enough in great temptations;
and Therefore the single witness of our soul by the reflect act, knowing that we do believe when we do believe, it is not strong enough in great temptations;
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for in some tryals the soul is so carried and hurried, that it cannot reflect upon it self,
for in Some trials the soul is so carried and hurried, that it cannot reflect upon it self,
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nor know what is in it self, without much ado:
nor know what is in it self, without much ado:
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therefore first the Spirit works faith whereby we seal Gods truth, Joh. 3. He that believes, hath put to his seal that God is true:
Therefore First the Spirit works faith whereby we seal God's truth, John 3. He that believes, hath put to his seal that God is true:
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when God by his Spirit moves me to honour him by sealing his truth, that Whosoever believes in Christ, shall be saved, then God seales this my belief with an addition of his holy Spirit:
when God by his Spirit moves me to honour him by sealing his truth, that Whosoever believes in christ, shall be saved, then God Seals this my belief with an addition of his holy Spirit:
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so that this sealing is a work upon believing; and as faith honours God, so God honours faith with a superadded seal and confirmation.
so that this sealing is a work upon believing; and as faith honours God, so God honours faith with a superadded seal and confirmation.
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But yet we not come particularly enough to know what this Seal is. When we honour God by sealing his truth, then the Spirit seales us;
But yet we not come particularly enough to know what this Seal is. When we honour God by sealing his truth, then the Spirit Seals us;
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certainly then the Spirit doth it by presence, by being with us in our soules.
Certainly then the Spirit does it by presence, by being with us in our Souls.
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What then doth the Spirit work when we believe? How shall we know that there is such a spiritual sealing?
What then does the Spirit work when we believe? How shall we know that there is such a spiritual sealing?
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I answer, the Spirit in this sea• … g works these four things:
I answer, the Spirit in this sea• … g works these four things:
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First, a secret voyce or witnesse to the soul, that we are the sonnes of God.
First, a secret voice or witness to the soul, that we Are the Sons of God.
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Secondly, a voyce or speech in us again to God, causing us to have accesse to the Throne of grace with boldnesse. Thirdly, a work of Sanctification.
Secondly, a voice or speech in us again to God, causing us to have access to the Throne of grace with boldness. Thirdly, a work of Sanctification.
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Fourthly, Peace of Conscience, and joy in the Holy Ghost. By these four wayes we may know the sealing of the Spirit after we believe,
Fourthly, Peace of Conscience, and joy in the Holy Ghost. By these four ways we may know the sealing of the Spirit After we believe,
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and that our faith is a sound belief, and that we are in the state of grace indeed.
and that our faith is a found belief, and that we Are in the state of grace indeed.
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First, (I say) the Spirit speaks to us by a secret kind of whispering and intimation, (that the soul feeles better then I can expresse,) Be of good comfort, thy sins are forgiven thee, saith he to the soul, I am thy salvation: there is (I say) a sweet joyning, a sweet kisse given to the soul, I am thine, and thou art mine:
First, (I say) the Spirit speaks to us by a secret kind of whispering and intimation, (that the soul feels better then I can express,) Be of good Comfort, thy Sins Are forgiven thee, Says he to the soul, I am thy salvation: there is (I say) a sweet joining, a sweet kiss given to the soul, I am thine, and thou art mine:
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God by his Spirit speaks so much; there is a voyce of Gods Spirit speaking peace to his people upon their believing.
God by his Spirit speaks so much; there is a voice of God's Spirit speaking peace to his people upon their believing.
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And then secondly, the Spirit of adoption stirres up the speech of the soul to God, that as he sayes to the soul,
And then secondly, the Spirit of adoption stirs up the speech of the soul to God, that as he Says to the soul,
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Because thou believest, now thou art honoured to be my child;
Because thou Believest, now thou art honoured to be my child;
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so the Spirit stirres up in the soul a Spirit of prayer to cry, Abba, Father; it can go boldly to God as to a Father;
so the Spirit stirs up in the soul a Spirit of prayer to cry, Abba, Father; it can go boldly to God as to a Father;
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for that Abba, Father, it is a bold and familiar speech.
for that Abba, Father, it is a bold and familiar speech.
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There are two things in a prayer of a Christian that are incompatible to any carnal man:
There Are two things in a prayer of a Christian that Are incompatible to any carnal man:
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there is an inward kind of familiar boldnesse in the soul, whereby a Christian goes to God,
there is an inward kind of familiar boldness in the soul, whereby a Christian Goes to God,
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as a child when he wants any thing goes to his father;
as a child when he Wants any thing Goes to his father;
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a child considers not his own worthinesse or meannesse, but goeth to his father familiarly and boldly:
a child considers not his own worthiness or meanness, but Goes to his father familiarly and boldly:
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so (I say) when the Spirit of God speaks to us from God,
so (I say) when the Spirit of God speaks to us from God,
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and tells the soul, I am thine, I am thy salvation, thy sins are forgiven thee, be of good comfort;
and tells the soul, I am thine, I am thy salvation, thy Sins Are forgiven thee, be of good Comfort;
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and when the soul again speaks to God, when it can pour forth it self with a kind of familiar boldnesse and earnestnesse, especially in extremity,
and when the soul again speaks to God, when it can pour forth it self with a kind of familiar boldness and earnestness, especially in extremity,
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and in time of trouble, and can wait in prayer, and depend upon God this spiritual speech of God to the soul,
and in time of trouble, and can wait in prayer, and depend upon God this spiritual speech of God to the soul,
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and of the soul to God, it is a seal of the Spirit that indeed we are true believers,
and of the soul to God, it is a seal of the Spirit that indeed we Are true believers,
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because we can doe that that none can do but Christians:
Because we can do that that none can do but Christians:
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God speaks to our souls, he raiseth our souls, and by his Spirit he puts a spirit of supplication into us, and helps our infirmities:
God speaks to our Souls, he Raiseth our Souls, and by his Spirit he puts a Spirit of supplication into us, and helps our infirmities:
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for we know not what to ask, but he helps our weaknesse, and enables us to lay out the wants of our soules to God:
for we know not what to ask, but he helps our weakness, and enables us to lay out the Wants of our Souls to God:
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these are evidences of the presence, and of the seal of the Spirit.
these Are evidences of the presence, and of the seal of the Spirit.
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In the third place, this sealing of the Spirit after we beleeve, is known by the sanctifying work of the Spirit:
In the third place, this sealing of the Spirit After we believe, is known by the sanctifying work of the Spirit:
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for (as I told you before in the unfolding of the Point) the Spirit seals our spirits by stamping the likenesse of the Spirit of Christ on us:
for (as I told you before in the unfolding of the Point) the Spirit Seals our spirits by stamping the likeness of the Spirit of christ on us:
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so that when a man finds in his soul some lineaments of that heavenly Image of Christ Jesus,
so that when a man finds in his soul Some lineaments of that heavenly Image of christ jesus,
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when he finds some love, he may know by that love that he is translated from death to life;
when he finds Some love, he may know by that love that he is translated from death to life;
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when he finds his spirit subdued, to be humble, to be obedient, when he finds his spirit to be heavenly and holy as Christ was;
when he finds his Spirit subdued, to be humble, to be obedient, when he finds his Spirit to be heavenly and holy as christ was;
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when he finds this stamp upon the soul, surely he may reason, I have not this by nature, naturally I am proud,
when he finds this stamp upon the soul, surely he may reason, I have not this by nature, naturally I am proud,
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now I can abase my self;
now I can abase my self;
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naturally I am lumpish and heavy, now in afflictions, I can joy in the Holy Ghost, I have somewhat in me contrary to nature,
naturally I am lumpish and heavy, now in afflictions, I can joy in the Holy Ghost, I have somewhat in me contrary to nature,
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surely God hath vouchsafed his Spirit (upon my believing in Christ) to mark me, to seal 〈 ◊ 〉 to stamp me for his, I carry now the Image of the second Adam, I know the Holy Ghost hath been in my heart, I see the stamp of Christ there:
surely God hath vouchsafed his Spirit (upon my believing in christ) to mark me, to seal 〈 ◊ 〉 to stamp me for his, I carry now the Image of the second Adam, I know the Holy Ghost hath been in my heart, I see the stamp of christ there:
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Know you not that Christ is in you, except you be cast awayes? saith the Apostle;Know you not that christ is in you, except you be cast aways? Says the Apostle;
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so upon search, the Christian soul finds somewhat of Christ alwayes in the soul to give a sweet evidence that he is sealed to the day of redemtpion.
so upon search, the Christian soul finds somewhat of christ always in the soul to give a sweet evidence that he is sealed to the day of redemtpion.
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The fourth evidence that the Spirit of God hath been in a mans heart, is the joy of the Holy Ghost and peace of conscience, sanctification is the ordinary seal that is alwaies in the soul;
The fourth evidence that the Spirit of God hath been in a men heart, is the joy of the Holy Ghost and peace of conscience, sanctification is the ordinary seal that is always in the soul;
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this is an extraordinary seal, peace and joy:
this is an extraordinary seal, peace and joy:
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when the soul needs incouragement, then God is graciously pleased to superadd this, to give such spiritual ravishings which are as the very beginnings of heaven,
when the soul needs encouragement, then God is graciously pleased to superadd this, to give such spiritual ravishings which Are as the very beginnings of heaven,
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so that a man may say of a Christian at such times that he is in heaven before his time, he is in heaven upon earth;
so that a man may say of a Christian At such times that he is in heaven before his time, he is in heaven upon earth;
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but especially God doth this when he will have his children to suffer, or after suffering,
but especially God does this when he will have his children to suffer, or After suffering,
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after some special conflict, after we have combated with some special corruption, with some sinfull disposition, with some strong temptation, and have got the victory:
After Some special conflict, After we have combated with Some special corruption, with Some sinful disposition, with Some strong temptation, and have god the victory:
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To him that overcometh will I give of the hidden Manna, and a white stone, and a new name that none can read it, but he that hath it; To him that Overcometh will I give of the hidden Manna, and a white stone, and a new name that none can read it, but he that hath it;
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that is, he shall have assurance that he is in the state of grace, and the sweet sense of the love of God,
that is, he shall have assurance that he is in the state of grace, and the sweet sense of the love of God,
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and that sweet heavenly Manna that none else can have:
and that sweet heavenly Manna that none Else can have:
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thus God dealt with Job; after he had exercised that Champion a long time, at the last he discovered himself in a glorious manner to him;
thus God dealt with Job; After he had exercised that Champion a long time, At the last he discovered himself in a glorious manner to him;
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so it is usually after some great crosse:
so it is usually After Some great cross:
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or in the middest of some great crosse, when God sees that we must be supported with some spiritual comfort, we sink else;
or in the midst of Some great cross, when God sees that we must be supported with Some spiritual Comfort, we sink Else;
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then there is place and time for spiritual comfort, when earth cannot comfort:
then there is place and time for spiritual Comfort, when earth cannot Comfort:
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thus St. Paul in the middest of the dungeon when he was in the stocks being sealed with the Spirit, he sang at midnight;
thus Saint Paul in the midst of the dungeon when he was in the stocks being sealed with the Spirit, he sang At midnight;
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when this is in the soul in the greatest extremity, when I can check my soul,
when this is in the soul in the greatest extremity, when I can check my soul,
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Alas, what would have become of blessed Paul? his spirit would have sunk if God had not stamped it with Joy in the Holy Ghost;
Alas, what would have become of blessed Paul? his Spirit would have sunk if God had not stamped it with Joy in the Holy Ghost;
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and so David, and the three young men in the fiery furnace, and Daniel in the den, God doth then even as parents, smile upon their children when they are sick and need comfort:
and so David, and the three young men in the fiery furnace, and daniel in the den, God does then even as Parents, smile upon their children when they Are sick and need Comfort:
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so above all other times God reserves this hidden sealing of his children with a spirit of joy when they need it most, sometimes in the middest of afflictions, sometimes as a reward when they come out of their afflictions: sometimes before;
so above all other times God reserves this hidden sealing of his children with a Spirit of joy when they need it most, sometime in the midst of afflictions, sometime as a reward when they come out of their afflictions: sometime before;
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so our Saviour Christ had James and John with him upon the mountain to strengthen them against the scandal of suffering after:
so our Saviour christ had James and John with him upon the mountain to strengthen them against the scandal of suffering After:
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so God when he hath a great work for his children to do, some suffering for them to go through,
so God when he hath a great work for his children to do, Some suffering for them to go through,
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as an encouragement before-hand, he enlargeth their spirits with the joy of the, Holy Ghost:
as an encouragement beforehand, he enlarges their spirits with the joy of thee, Holy Ghost:
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and some times also after a holy and gracious disposition in the Ordinances of God, God doth adde an excellent portion of his Spirit, a seal extraordinary:
and Some times also After a holy and gracious disposition in the Ordinances of God, God does add an excellent portion of his Spirit, a seal extraordinary:
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for indeed, God thinks nothing enough for his children till he have brought them to heaven, seal upon seal, and comfort upon comfort;
for indeed, God thinks nothing enough for his children till he have brought them to heaven, seal upon seal, and Comfort upon Comfort;
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and the more we depend upon him in the meanes of salvation, and the more we conflict with our corruptions, the more he increaseth the sweet comforts and the hidden Manna of the Spirit.
and the more we depend upon him in the means of salvation, and the more we conflict with our corruptions, the more he increases the sweet comforts and the hidden Manna of the Spirit.
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Thus we see how the Spirit seals: I beseech you therefore let us examine our selves by that which hath been spoken:
Thus we see how the Spirit Seals: I beseech you Therefore let us examine our selves by that which hath been spoken:
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after we believe, God seales those that do believe; we honour him by believeing, he honours us by sealing us with his Spirit:
After we believe, God Seals those that do believe; we honour him by believing, he honours us by sealing us with his Spirit:
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Hath God spoken to thy soul by the witnesse of the Spirit, and said, I am thy salvation, thy sins are forgiven thee? doth God stirre up thy spirit to call upon him, especially in extremity? and to go with boldnesse and earnestnesse to him? surely this boldnesse and earnestnesse is an evidence of the seal of the Spirit;
Hath God spoken to thy soul by the witness of the Spirit, and said, I am thy salvation, thy Sins Are forgiven thee? does God stir up thy Spirit to call upon him, especially in extremity? and to go with boldness and earnestness to him? surely this boldness and earnestness is an evidence of the seal of the Spirit;
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for a man that hath no seal of the Spirit, he cannot go to God in extremity;
for a man that hath no seal of the Spirit, he cannot go to God in extremity;
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Saul in extremity he goes to the Witch; and Achitophel and Judas in extremity go to desperate conclusions:Saul in extremity he Goes to the Witch; and Ahithophel and Judas in extremity go to desperate conclusions:
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a man that hath not the Spirit of God speaking peace to his conscience, to whom God hath not given the Spirit of Adoption to cry, Abba, Father, in all manner of exigents, he sin• … ks as lead to the bottom of the sea;
a man that hath not the Spirit of God speaking peace to his conscience, to whom God hath not given the Spirit of Adoption to cry, Abba, Father, in all manner of exigents, he sin• … ks as led to the bottom of the sea;
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so heavy is the soul that is not raised by the Spirit of God, he hath no consistence till he come to the Centre, to hell.
so heavy is the soul that is not raised by the Spirit of God, he hath no consistence till he come to the Centre, to hell.
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Did you ever feel the sweet joy of the Spirit after conflict with corruptions, and getting ground of them,
Did you ever feel the sweet joy of the Spirit After conflict with corruptions, and getting ground of them,
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and in holy duties? &c. it is a sign that God hath sealed you.
and in holy duties? etc. it is a Signen that God hath sealed you.
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But you will say, How can that be a seal that is not alwaies? a seal cotinues with the thing;
But you will say, How can that be a seal that is not always? a seal cotinues with the thing;
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Gods children find not peace alwaies, the joy of the Spirit comes after the work of the Spirit:
God's children find not peace always, the joy of the Spirit comes After the work of the Spirit:
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how then can this be a seal? I Answer, Yes; for howsoever it be or not alway sensible, yet it is alway a seal:
how then can this be a seal? I Answer, Yes; for howsoever it be or not always sensible, yet it is always a seal:
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though we have not alwaies the joy of the Spirit, yet we have the Spirit of joy;
though we have not always the joy of the Spirit, yet we have the Spirit of joy;
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a Christian hath not the joy of the Spirit at all times, for that is moveable,
a Christian hath not the joy of the Spirit At all times, for that is movable,
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but he hath alwaies the Spirit of joy, which Spirit though it be not known by joy,
but he hath always the Spirit of joy, which Spirit though it be not known by joy,
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yet it is known by operation and working:
yet it is known by operation and working:
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there is the work of the Spirit, where there is not alwayes the joy of the Spirit:
there is the work of the Spirit, where there is not always the joy of the Spirit:
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and therefore when that fails, go to the work of sanctification, and see what stamp and resemblance of Christ there is:
and Therefore when that fails, go to the work of sanctification, and see what stamp and resemblance of christ there is:
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see if thy heart be humble and broken, if thou have a loving disposition in thee like to Christ, that thou hatest that which Christ hateth, that thou seest a division in thy self:
see if thy heart be humble and broken, if thou have a loving disposition in thee like to christ, that thou Hatest that which christ hates, that thou See a division in thy self:
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I say, when the joy of the Spirit ceaseth, go to the work of the Spirit,
I say, when the joy of the Spirit ceases, go to the work of the Spirit,
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and to this work of the Spirit, viz. the voice of the Spirit, canst thou cry to God with prayer and supplication? and if thou canst not pray with distinct words, canst thou mourne and groan to God? this sighing and groaning is the voice of Gods Spirit,
and to this work of the Spirit, viz. the voice of the Spirit, Canst thou cry to God with prayer and supplication? and if thou Canst not pray with distinct words, Canst thou mourn and groan to God? this sighing and groaning is the voice of God's Spirit,
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and God knowes the voice of his own Spirit. But for the question propounded:
and God knows the voice of his own Spirit. But for the question propounded:
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the soul of a Christian knowes that when it findes not extraordinary comfort from Gods Spirit, that Gods love is constant:
the soul of a Christian knows that when it finds not extraordinary Comfort from God's Spirit, that God's love is constant:
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It can reason thus, Though I find not the comfort of the Spirit, yet I have the Spirit of Comfort,
It can reason thus, Though I find not the Comfort of the Spirit, yet I have the Spirit of Comfort,
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because I had the Spirit in former times, and Gods Spirit is unchangeable, and therefore though it be not with me now as in those ravishings of the Spirit,
Because I had the Spirit in former times, and God's Spirit is unchangeable, and Therefore though it be not with me now as in those ravishings of the Spirit,
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yet the love of God is the same, though my feeling be not the same;
yet the love of God is the same, though my feeling be not the same;
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because though I be off and on, and my feeling ebb and flow, yet his love is not so:
Because though I be off and on, and my feeling ebb and flow, yet his love is not so:
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and here upon the extraordinary feeling of the Spirit, which is superadded as an extraordinary seal, it may be a sound seal of Comfort from the constancy of God who gave it,
and Here upon the extraordinary feeling of the Spirit, which is superadded as an extraordinary seal, it may be a found seal of Comfort from the constancy of God who gave it,
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and he gave it for this end, that we might have recourse and retire back in our thoughts,
and he gave it for this end, that we might have recourse and retire back in our thoughts,
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and argue, it was thus and thus with me;
and argue, it was thus and thus with me;
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then we remember the times of old, as David saith, Psal. 77. and help our selves with our former feelings:
then we Remember the times of old, as David Says, Psalm 77. and help our selves with our former feelings:
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he that alway hath life, is not alwaies alike stirred; Christ may be begotten and live in us, but he stirs not alwaies alike:
he that always hath life, is not always alike stirred; christ may be begotten and live in us, but he stirs not always alike:
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so though the Spirit of sanctification be in us, and stir in us, yet his stirring is not alike so sweet;
so though the Spirit of sanctification be in us, and stir in us, yet his stirring is not alike so sweet;
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and the stirring of the Spirit though it be not alway, yet the Spirit is alway there;
and the stirring of the Spirit though it be not always, yet the Spirit is always there;
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so the soul may have recourse to that which is unchangeable and constant, even God himself;
so the soul may have recourse to that which is unchangeable and constant, even God himself;
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and his love is as himself. But to take a Christian in his worst time, in the worst and greatest afflictions,
and his love is as himself. But to take a Christian in his worst time, in the worst and greatest afflictions,
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how shall he know then that he is sealed of the Spirit? when corruption, temptation and affliction meet together in the soul:
how shall he know then that he is sealed of the Spirit? when corruption, temptation and affliction meet together in the soul:
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when temptation is joyned with our corruption, and afflictions yield ground to temptations: (for Satan useth the afflictions we are in as temptations to shake our faith, Canst thou be a child of God,
when temptation is joined with our corruption, and afflictions yield ground to temptations: (for Satan uses the afflictions we Are in as temptations to shake our faith, Canst thou be a child of God,
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and be so exercised? is this grace? so affliction is a weapon to temptation,
and be so exercised? is this grace? so affliction is a weapon to temptation,
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for Satan to help his fiery darts with.) Now how shall a man know that God hath any part here?
for Satan to help his fiery darts with.) Now how shall a man know that God hath any part Here?
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He may know that he is sealed by the Spirit of God, if he have a spirit to thwart these,
He may know that he is sealed by the Spirit of God, if he have a Spirit to thwart these,
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if he row against the stream, if he go contrary to all these;
if he row against the stream, if he go contrary to all these;
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if he find a spirit resisting Satans temptations, and raising himself above afflictions, and standing against,
if he find a Spirit resisting Satan temptations, and raising himself above afflictions, and standing against,
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and combating with his corruptions, and checking his carnal soul when it is drawing him down, Why art thou discomforted, O my soul? saith David; Psal. 42. & 43. He found corruptions,
and combating with his corruptions, and checking his carnal soul when it is drawing him down, Why art thou discomforted, Oh my soul? Says David; Psalm 42. & 43. He found corruptions,
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and afflictions, and Satans temptations working with them, depressing his soul downwards;
and afflictions, and Satan temptations working with them, depressing his soul downwards;
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hereupon having the Spirit in him, saith he, Why art thou disquieted within me? trust in God:
hereupon having the Spirit in him, Says he, Why art thou disquieted within me? trust in God:
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He first chides his soul, Why art thou so? and then he layes a charge upon it, trust in God. So I say,
He First chides his soul, Why art thou so? and then he lays a charge upon it, trust in God. So I say,
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and thus in the worst temptations that can come, and so in the worst times, a man may know that he is in the state of grace.
and thus in the worst temptations that can come, and so in the worst times, a man may know that he is in the state of grace.
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One use of a seal (I told you before) was to distinguish, if a man therefore find in himself a distinguishing from the errours of the times:
One use of a seal (I told you before) was to distinguish, if a man Therefore find in himself a distinguishing from the errors of the times:
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Many walk (saith the Apostle) of whom I have told you oft, their end is damnation, their belly is their god, they mind earthly things: Many walk (Says the Apostle) of whom I have told you oft, their end is damnation, their belly is their god, they mind earthly things:
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but what did S. Paul in the mean time? what did the Spirit work in him? But our conversation is in heaven, saith he.
but what did S. Paul in the mean time? what did the Spirit work in him? But our Conversation is in heaven, Says he.
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The whole world was overspread with a deluge of sin;
The Whole world was overspread with a deluge of since;
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but what was Noah and his family? God by his Spirit distinguished them, they went a contrary course to the world;
but what was Noah and his family? God by his Spirit distinguished them, they went a contrary course to the world;
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and Lot in Sodom: so a man may know that he is sealed, when the Spirit leads him another way, that he is not led with the errours of the times.
and Lot in Sodom: so a man may know that he is sealed, when the Spirit leads him Another Way, that he is not led with the errors of the times.
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Thus we have unfolded to you the sealing of the Spirit; and you see the Spirit of God not onely anoints, but seales.
Thus we have unfolded to you the sealing of the Spirit; and you see the Spirit of God not only anoints, but Seals.
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Now we should labour to have our hearts thus sealed by the Spirit:
Now we should labour to have our hearts thus sealed by the Spirit:
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Can we desire and never be at quiet till our Instruments be sealed, till our acquittances, till our Charters be sealed? and shall we be patient not to have our soules sealed?
Can we desire and never be At quiet till our Instruments be sealed, till our acquittances, till our Charters be sealed? and shall we be patient not to have our Souls sealed?
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Let us labour by all means to have the Image and likenesse of Christ stamped upon our soules especially, that is wondrous comfortable when we can find somewhat in us like to Jesus Christ.
Let us labour by all means to have the Image and likeness of christ stamped upon our Souls especially, that is wondrous comfortable when we can find somewhat in us like to jesus christ.
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To encourage us to this, let us consider, that death and Judgment will come, and God will set none at his right hand but his sheep that have his mark:
To encourage us to this, let us Consider, that death and Judgement will come, and God will Set none At his right hand but his sheep that have his mark:
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those that he sets his stamp and Image upon, those he will set on the right hand in the day of Judgment.
those that he sets his stamp and Image upon, those he will Set on the right hand in the day of Judgement.
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And how comfortably in the hour of death can the soul commend it self to God,
And how comfortably in the hour of death can the soul commend it self to God,
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when it sees it self stamped and sealed by the Spirit of Christ? when he can say to Christ, Lord Jesus, receive my soul that thou hast redeemed by thy blood, that thou hast sealed by thy Spirit,
when it sees it self stamped and sealed by the Spirit of christ? when he can say to christ, Lord jesus, receive my soul that thou hast redeemed by thy blood, that thou hast sealed by thy Spirit,
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and that thou hast set thine own stamp upon, acknowledge thine own likenesse, though it be not as it should be:
and that thou hast Set thine own stamp upon, acknowledge thine own likeness, though it be not as it should be:
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what a comfort (I say) hath the sealed soul at the hour of death? and so in all other extremities,
what a Comfort (I say) hath the sealed soul At the hour of death? and so in all other extremities,
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and in times of trouble and danger, those in whom God sees his own Image and likenesse, he will own,
and in times of trouble and danger, those in whom God sees his own Image and likeness, he will own,
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What a difference is between that soul and others in the time of affliction, as in the time of pestilence and war:
What a difference is between that soul and Others in the time of affliction, as in the time of pestilence and war:
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the soul that is sealed knowes that he is marked out for God, for happinesse in the world to come, whatsoever befalls him in this world;
the soul that is sealed knows that he is marked out for God, for happiness in the world to come, whatsoever befalls him in this world;
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and he knowes that God in all confusion of times knowes his own seal: those that are sealed God hath a speciall care of, I say;
and he knows that God in all confusion of times knows his own seal: those that Are sealed God hath a special care of, I say;
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therefore in Ezek. 9. they are said to be marked in their foreheads:
Therefore in Ezekiel 9. they Are said to be marked in their foreheads:
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not that there was any visible mark on them, but it is a phrase to signifie what speciall care God had of his people, specially in times of destruction, God will as it were set them out in those times,
not that there was any visible mark on them, but it is a phrase to signify what special care God had of his people, specially in times of destruction, God will as it were Set them out in those times,
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and make special provision for them: thus Josiah was taken away from the evill to come;
and make special provision for them: thus Josiah was taken away from the evil to come;
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and Lot was taken out of Sodom when fire and brimstone was to come from heaven:
and Lot was taken out of Sodom when fire and brimstone was to come from heaven:
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and Pella, a little Village was delivered when the general destruction came upon Jerusalem. So that (I say) God hath a speciall care of his little ones in this life;
and Pella, a little Village was Delivered when the general destruction Come upon Jerusalem. So that (I say) God hath a special care of his little ones in this life;
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and if he take them away, yet their death is precious in his sight: He will not part with them but upon special consideration;
and if he take them away, yet their death is precious in his sighed: He will not part with them but upon special consideration;
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he sees if they live it will be worse for them;
he sees if they live it will be Worse for them;
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he sees it is better for them to be gathered to himself, and to the soules of men made perfect in heaven.
he sees it is better for them to be gathered to himself, and to the Souls of men made perfect in heaven.
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And as he hath a special care of them in regard of outward miseries and calamities,
And as he hath a special care of them in regard of outward misery's and calamities,
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so in regard of spiritual contagion and infection, as Rev 7. there Gods holy ones were sealed,
so in regard of spiritual contagion and infection, as Rev 7. there God's holy ones were sealed,
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so many of such a tribe, &c. which is to signifie to us, that God hath alwayes some that he will keep and preserve from the universal infection and contagion of Antichrist in the worst times:
so many of such a tribe, etc. which is to signify to us, that God hath always Some that he will keep and preserve from the universal infection and contagion of Antichrist in the worst times:
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God hath alwayes a Church in the worst times, in the obscurest ages of the Church, eight or nine hundred years after Christ, especially nine hundred years,
God hath always a Church in the worst times, in the obscurest ages of the Church, eight or nine hundred Years After christ, especially nine hundred Years,
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when Egyptian darknesse had overspread the world, and there was little learning and goodnesse in the world, God had alwayes sealed ones, marked ones, that he preserved from the danger of dark times:
when Egyptian darkness had overspread the world, and there was little learning and Goodness in the world, God had always sealed ones, marked ones, that he preserved from the danger of dark times:
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and so he will alwayes have a care of his own, that they be not led away with that soul-hurting errour, Popery;
and so he will always have a care of his own, that they be not led away with that soul-hurting error, Popery;
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another manner of mischief then men take it for.
Another manner of mischief then men take it for.
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when the terrours of the Almighty are upon us, and when the hell within a man is open,
when the terrors of the Almighty Are upon us, and when the hell within a man is open,
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The Scripture is more punctual in setting down the danger of those, especially in lighter times of the Church, that are carried away with that sin,
The Scripture is more punctual in setting down the danger of those, especially in lighter times of the Church, that Are carried away with that since,
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then any other sin whatsoever, they have a contrary mark, those that have the mark of the Beast, it is contrary to the mark of Christ, it is far from being the mark and seal of the Spirit, that implicite bloody faith:
then any other since whatsoever, they have a contrary mark, those that have the mark of the Beast, it is contrary to the mark of christ, it is Far from being the mark and seal of the Spirit, that implicit bloody faith:
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Theirs is the bloody Church, pretend what they will, and they stand out to blood in the defence of all their cruel, superstitious, and bloody decrees.
Theirs is the bloody Church, pretend what they will, and they stand out to blood in the defence of all their cruel, superstitious, and bloody decrees.
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Those persons (I say) that are deeply died in Popery, that have the mark of the Beast, they are in a clean opposite condition to those that are marked with the Spirit, that Christ marks for his.
Those Persons (I say) that Are deeply died in Popery, that have the mark of the Beast, they Are in a clean opposite condition to those that Are marked with the Spirit, that christ marks for his.
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Let us not fear therefore, I say, if we have the Spirit of God stamped upon us,
Let us not Fear Therefore, I say, if we have the Spirit of God stamped upon us,
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though in a little measure, if it be true, let us not fear death, Christ knowes his own mark even in death, and out of death.
though in a little measure, if it be true, let us not Fear death, christ knows his own mark even in death, and out of death.
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And let us not fear afflictions nor evil times, Christ will know his seal, He hath a book of remembrance for those that are his, Mal. 3. for those that mourn for the sins of the times,
And let us not Fear afflictions nor evil times, christ will know his seal, He hath a book of remembrance for those that Are his, Malachi 3. for those that mourn for the Sins of the times,
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and when he gathers his Jewels, those shall be his, he will gather his Jewels as a man in his house gathers his jewels, he suffers his luggage to burn in the fire:
and when he gathers his Jewels, those shall be his, he will gather his Jewels as a man in his house gathers his Jewels, he suffers his luggage to burn in the fire:
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so God in common calamities, he suffers luggage, wicked men, to go to wrack; but he will free his own.
so God in Common calamities, he suffers luggage, wicked men, to go to wrack; but he will free his own.
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Let us labour therefore for this seal, to have our soules stamped with the Spirit of God, to have further and further evidence of our state in grace, that in the time of common calamity we may be free from danger, free from errour, and destruction.
Let us labour Therefore for this seal, to have our Souls stamped with the Spirit of God, to have further and further evidence of our state in grace, that in the time of Common calamity we may be free from danger, free from error, and destruction.
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But you will say, What shall I account of it, if there be but a little sign of grace? Be not discouraged:
But you will say, What shall I account of it, if there be but a little Signen of grace? Be not discouraged:
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when the stamp in wax is almost out, it is currant in Law:
when the stamp in wax is almost out, it is currant in Law:
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put the case the stamp of the Prince be an old coyn, (as sometimes we see it on a King Harry groat) yet it is currant money,
put the case the stamp of the Prince be an old coin, (as sometime we see it on a King Harry groat) yet it is currant money,
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yea, though it be a little crackt:
yea, though it be a little cracked:
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So, put tbe case the stamp of the Spirit be, as it were, almost worn out, (it is our shame,
So, put The case the stamp of the Spirit be, as it were, almost worn out, (it is our shame,
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and ought to be our grief that it is so,) yet there are some evidences, some pulses, some sighes and groans against corruption, we mourn in our spirits, we do not joyn with corruption, we do not allow our selves in sin;
and ought to be our grief that it is so,) yet there Are Some evidences, Some pulses, Some sighs and groans against corruption, we mourn in our spirits, we do not join with corruption, we do not allow our selves in since;
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there is the stamp of the Spirit remaining, though it be overgrown with the dust of the world that we cannot see it.
there is the stamp of the Spirit remaining, though it be overgrown with the dust of the world that we cannot see it.
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Sometimes Gods children though they have the graces of the Spirit in them, yet they yield so much to their corruptions, that they can read nothing but their corruptions;
Sometime God's children though they have the graces of the Spirit in them, yet they yield so much to their corruptions, that they can read nothing but their corruptions;
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when we bid them read their evidences, they can see nothing but worldlinesse, nothing but pride and envy, &c. though there be a stamp on them,
when we bid them read their evidences, they can see nothing but worldliness, nothing but pride and envy, etc. though there be a stamp on them,
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yet God holds the soul from seeing it, so that they can see nothing but corruption, this is for their negligence;
yet God holds the soul from seeing it, so that they can see nothing but corruption, this is for their negligence;
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God gives them up to mistake their estates, because they will not stirre up the graces of the Spirit;
God gives them up to mistake their estates, Because they will not stir up the graces of the Spirit;
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because they grieve the Spirit, and quench the Spirit, by doing that which is contrary to the Spirit.
Because they grieve the Spirit, and quench the Spirit, by doing that which is contrary to the Spirit.
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Let us therefore (that we may have the more comfort) preserve the stamp of the Spirit fresh, by the exercise of all grace,
Let us Therefore (that we may have the more Comfort) preserve the stamp of the Spirit fresh, by the exercise of all grace,
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and communion with God, and by obedience, and by faith:
and communion with God, and by Obedience, and by faith:
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honour God by believing, and he will honour thee by stamping his Spirit on thee more and more.
honour God by believing, and he will honour thee by stamping his Spirit on thee more and more.
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And let this be our work every day to have the stamp of the Spirit clear:
And let this be our work every day to have the stamp of the Spirit clear:
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Oh what a comfort it is to have this in us at all times!
O what a Comfort it is to have this in us At all times!
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if a man have nothing in him better then nature, if he have nothing in him in regard of grace,
if a man have nothing in him better then nature, if he have nothing in him in regard of grace,
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if he have not Christs Image upon his soul, though he be a King, or an Emperour,
if he have not Christ Image upon his soul, though he be a King, or an Emperor,
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yet he shall be stript of all ere long, and be set on the left hand of Christ,
yet he shall be stripped of all ere long, and be Set on the left hand of christ,
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and be adjudged to eternal torments.
and be adjudged to Eternal torments.
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It is the folly of the times come up of late, there is much labouring for Statues,
It is the folly of the times come up of late, there is much labouring for Statues,
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and for curious workmanship of that kind, and some pride themselves much in it, and account it great riches to have an old Statue: Alas, alas!
and for curious workmanship of that kind, and Some pride themselves much in it, and account it great riches to have an old Statue: Alas, alas!
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what a poor delight is this in comparison of the joy that a Christian hath by the seal of the Spirit? and what is this to the ambition of a Christian, to see the Image and representation of Christ stamped in his soul? that he may be like the second Adam, that he may be transformed more and more by looking on him,
what a poor delight is this in comparison of the joy that a Christian hath by the seal of the Spirit? and what is this to the ambition of a Christian, to see the Image and representation of christ stamped in his soul? that he may be like the second Adam, that he may be transformed more and more by looking on him,
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and seeing himself in him, to love him, considering that he hath loved us so much: (for we cannot see the love of Christ to us,
and seeing himself in him, to love him, considering that he hath loved us so much: (for we cannot see the love of christ to us,
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The Spirit dwells not fully in any one, he dwelleth no further then he sanctifieth and reviveth,
The Spirit dwells not Fully in any one, he dwells no further then he Sanctifieth and revives,
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but we must love him the more, and be transformed into him.) Now this transforming our selves into the Image of Christ, is the best picture in the world;
but we must love him the more, and be transformed into him.) Now this transforming our selves into the Image of christ, is the best picture in the world;
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therefore labour for that every day more and more.
Therefore labour for that every day more and more.
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There is besides the common broad seal of God, his Privy Seal, as I may call it:
There is beside the Common broad seal of God, his Privy Seal, as I may call it:
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It is not sufficient that we have the one, that we have admittance into the Church by Baptisme;
It is not sufficient that we have the one, that we have admittance into the Church by Baptism;
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but we must have this privy seal which Christ sets and stamps upon the soul of the true Christian:
but we must have this privy seal which christ sets and stamps upon the soul of the true Christian:
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Alas, for a man to build onely on the outward seals, and outward prerogatives, (which in themselves are excellent,
Alas, for a man to built only on the outward Seals, and outward prerogatives, (which in themselves Are excellent,
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yet) the standing upon them betrayes many soules to the Devil in times of distresse.
yet) the standing upon them betrays many Souls to the devil in times of distress.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is another manner of seal then the outward seal in the Sacrament that will satisfie and comfort the conscience in the apprehensions of wrath at the hour of death or otherwayes.
It is Another manner of seal then the outward seal in the Sacrament that will satisfy and Comfort the conscience in the apprehensions of wrath At the hour of death or otherways.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It must be this privy seal, and then comes the use of those publick open known seales, the broad seales;
It must be this privy seal, and then comes the use of those public open known Seals, the broad Seals;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then a man with comfort may think upon his Baptisme, and upon his receiving the Communion,
then a man with Comfort may think upon his Baptism, and upon his receiving the Communion,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when he hath the beginnings of faith wrought in him by the Spirit of God;
when he hath the beginnings of faith wrought in him by the Spirit of God;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when a man finds the beginnings of faith in him, then he may make use of the broad seal to be a help to his faith.
when a man finds the beginnings of faith in him, then he may make use of the broad seal to be a help to his faith.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We must not be so prophane as to think slightly and irreverently of Gods Ordinances, they are of great and high consequence:
We must not be so profane as to think slightly and irreverently of God's Ordinances, they Are of great and high consequence:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for when Satan comes to the soul, and shakes the confidence of it, and saith, Thou art not a Christian,
for when Satan comes to the soul, and shakes the confidence of it, and Says, Thou art not a Christian,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and God doth not love thee.
and God does not love thee.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Why, (saith the soul) God hath loved me, and pardoned my sins, he hath given me promises,
Why, (Says the soul) God hath loved me, and pardoned my Sins, he hath given me promises,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and particularly sealed them in the Sacrament:
and particularly sealed them in the Sacrament:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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here is the excellency of the Sacrament, it comes more home then the Word, it seales the general promise of God particularly to my self.
Here is the excellency of the Sacrament, it comes more home then the Word, it Seals the general promise of God particularly to my self.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I am sealed in the Sacrament, and withall I find the stamp of the Spirit in my heart;
I am sealed in the Sacrament, and withal I find the stamp of the Spirit in my heart;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore having the inward work of the Spirit, and God having fortified the inward work,
and Therefore having the inward work of the Spirit, and God having fortified the inward work,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and strengthened my faith by the outward seal, I can therefore stand against any temptation whatsoever:
and strengthened my faith by the outward seal, I can Therefore stand against any temptation whatsoever:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They are excellent both together, but the speciall thing that must comfort, must be the hidden seal of the Spirit.
They Are excellent both together, but the special thing that must Comfort, must be the hidden seal of the Spirit.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us labour therefore to be sealed inwardly, and observe Gods sealing-dayes, (as we use to speak) which though it may be every day if we be in spiritual exercises,
Let us labour Therefore to be sealed inwardly, and observe God's sealing-days, (as we use to speak) which though it may be every day if we be in spiritual exercises,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet especially on the Lords Day; for then his Ordinance and his Spirit go together.
yet especially on the lords Day; for then his Ordinance and his Spirit go together.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now as there is a sealing of our estates that we are the children of God,
Now as there is a sealing of our estates that we Are the children of God,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so there is of truths, and both are in the children of God:
so there is of truths, and both Are in the children of God:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as for instance, this is a truth, Whosoever believes in Christ shall not perish, but have everlasting life:
as for instance, this is a truth, Whosoever believes in christ shall not perish, but have everlasting life:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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now the same Spirit that stirred up the soul to believe this, seales it in the soul,
now the same Spirit that stirred up the soul to believe this, Seals it in the soul,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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even to death, and in all times of temptation:
even to death, and in all times of temptation:
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and likewise there is no promise but upon the believing of it, it is sealed by the Spirit upon the soul;
and likewise there is no promise but upon the believing of it, it is sealed by the Spirit upon the soul;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for those truths onely abide firm in the soul which the Spirit of God sets on.
for those truths only abide firm in the soul which the Spirit of God sets on.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What is the reason that many forget the comforts and consolations that they hear? because the Spirit sets them not on, the Spirit seales them not.
What is the reason that many forget the comforts and consolations that they hear? Because the Spirit sets them not on, the Spirit Seals them not.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What is the reason that illiterate men stand out in their profession to blood, whereas those that have a discoursive kind of learning they yield? the reason is this, the knowledge of the one is sealed by the Spirit, it is set fast upon the soul, the Spirit brings the knowledge and the soul close together;
What is the reason that illiterate men stand out in their profession to blood, whereas those that have a discursive kind of learning they yield? the reason is this, the knowledge of the one is sealed by the Spirit, it is Set fast upon the soul, the Spirit brings the knowledge and the soul close together;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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whereas the knowledge of the other is onely a notional, swimming knowledge, it is not spiritual.
whereas the knowledge of the other is only a notional, swimming knowledge, it is not spiritual.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Those therefore that will hold out in the end, and not apostatize, those that will stand out in the hour of death against temptation,
Those Therefore that will hold out in the end, and not apostatise, those that will stand out in the hour of death against temptation,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and those that will hold out in the time of life against solicitations to sin, they must have a knowledge suitable to the things they know, that is, they must see and know heavenly things by a heavenly light, spiritual things by the Spirit of God.
and those that will hold out in the time of life against solicitations to since, they must have a knowledge suitable to the things they know, that is, they must see and know heavenly things by a heavenly Light, spiritual things by the Spirit of God.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore when we come to hear the Ministers of God, we should not come with strong conceits, in the strength of our wit;
And Therefore when we come to hear the Ministers of God, we should not come with strong conceits, in the strength of our wit;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but with reverend dispositions, with dependance upon God for his Spirit, that he would teach us together with the Ministers,
but with reverend dispositions, with dependence upon God for his Spirit, that he would teach us together with the Ministers,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and close with our soules, and set those truths we hear upon our soules, we shall never hold out else.
and close with our Souls, and Set those truths we hear upon our Souls, we shall never hold out Else.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And it must be the Holy Ghost that must do this;
And it must be the Holy Ghost that must do this;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for that which must settle and seal comfort to the soul, must be greater then the soul, especially in the time of temptation,
for that which must settle and seal Comfort to the soul, must be greater then the soul, especially in the time of temptation,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when God layes open our consciences, and writes bitter things against us, and our consciences tell us our sins wondrous near, they are written as it were with a pen of Iron,
when God lays open our Consciences, and writes bitter things against us, and our Consciences tell us our Sins wondrous near, they Are written as it were with a pen of Iron,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the point of a Diamond upon our soules:
and the point of a Diamond upon our Souls:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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now I say, those truths that must satisfie conscience that is thus turmoiled, must be set on by that which is above conscience;
now I say, those truths that must satisfy conscience that is thus turmoiled, must be Set on by that which is above conscience;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the Spirit of God who is above our spirits, can onely set down our spirits, and keep them from quarrelling and contending against the truth, and quiet the conscience;
the Spirit of God who is above our spirits, can only Set down our spirits, and keep them from quarreling and contending against the truth, and quiet the conscience;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and this the Spirit doth when it sets the truth upon the soul.
and this the Spirit does when it sets the truth upon the soul.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore when our soules are disquieted and troubled, and we hear many comfortable truths, let us lift up our prayers to God, let there be ejaculations of spirit to God;
And Therefore when our Souls Are disquieted and troubled, and we hear many comfortable truths, let us lift up our Prayers to God, let there be ejaculations of Spirit to God;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now Lord, by thy holy Spirit set and seal this truth to my soul, that as it is true in it self,
Now Lord, by thy holy Spirit Set and seal this truth to my soul, that as it is true in it self,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so it may be true to me likewise. This is a necessary Observation for us all:
so it may be true to me likewise. This is a necessary Observation for us all:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Oh we desire all of us in the hour of death, to find such comforts as may be standing comforts, that may uphold us against the gates of Hell,
O we desire all of us in the hour of death, to find such comforts as may be standing comforts, that may uphold us against the gates of Hell,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and against the temptations of Satan, and terrours of Conscience: why, nothing will do this but spiritual truths spiritually known;
and against the temptations of Satan, and terrors of Conscience: why, nothing will do this but spiritual truths spiritually known;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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nothing but holy truths set on by the hoy Spirit of God.
nothing but holy truths Set on by the hoy Spirit of God.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But what course shall we take when we want comfort? when we want joy and peace?
But what course shall we take when we want Comfort? when we want joy and peace?
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In the third of John, there are three witnesses in heaven, and three in earth to secure us of our state in grace,
In the third of John, there Are three Witnesses in heaven, and three in earth to secure us of our state in grace,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the certainty of our salvation.
and the certainty of our salvation.
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The three witnesses upon earth are the Spirit, the water, and the blood, and these three agree in one;
The three Witnesses upon earth Are the Spirit, the water, and the blood, and these three agree in one;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the three that bear witnesse in heaven, are the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost:
and the three that bear witness in heaven, Are the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the three on earth, and these three in heaven agree in one. Now the Spirit is the feelings and the sweet motions of the Spirit.
and the three on earth, and these three in heaven agree in one. Now the Spirit is the feelings and the sweet motions of the Spirit.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The water may well be that washing of the Spirit, sanctification. The blood is the shedding of the blood of Christ, and justification by it.
The water may well be that washing of the Spirit, sanctification. The blood is the shedding of the blood of christ, and justification by it.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When therefore we find that part of the seal, that extraordinary seal that I spake of before, the joy of the Spirit of God, that it is not in us, what shall we do? shall we despair? No, go to the water,
When Therefore we find that part of the seal, that extraordinary seal that I spoke of before, the joy of the Spirit of God, that it is not in us, what shall we do? shall we despair? No, go to the water,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the comforts it bringeth, (for they go both together) are called an Earnest.
and the comforts it brings, (for they go both together) Are called an Earnest.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when we find not spiritual joy and comfort, when the witnesse of the Spirit is silent, go to the work of the Spirit in sanctification.
when we find not spiritual joy and Comfort, when the witness of the Spirit is silent, go to the work of the Spirit in sanctification.
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I but what shall we do if the waters be troubled in the soul, as sometimes there is such a confusion in the soul, that we cannot see the Image of God upon it in sanctification, we cannot see the stamp of Gods Spirit there, there is such a Chaos in the soul:
I but what shall we do if the waters be troubled in the soul, as sometime there is such a confusion in the soul, that we cannot see the Image of God upon it in sanctification, we cannot see the stamp of God's Spirit there, there is such a Chaos in the soul:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God can see somewhat of his own Spirit in that confusion, but the Spirit it self cannot?
God can see somewhat of his own Spirit in that confusion, but the Spirit it self cannot?
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then go to the blood of Christ, there is alwayes comfort; the fountain that is opened for Judah and Jerusalem to wash in, is never dry:
Then go to the blood of christ, there is always Comfort; the fountain that is opened for Judah and Jerusalem to wash in, is never dry:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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go therefore to the blood of Christ, that is, if we find sin upon our consciences,
go Therefore to the blood of christ, that is, if we find since upon our Consciences,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we find not peace in our consciences, nor sanctification in our hearts, go to the blood of Christ, which is shed for all those that confesse their sinnes,
if we find not peace in our Consciences, nor sanctification in our hearts, go to the blood of christ, which is shed for all those that confess their Sins,
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and rely on him for pardon, though we find no grace:
and rely on him for pardon, though we find no grace:
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For howsoever as an evidence that we are in Christ, we must find the work of the Spirit;
For howsoever as an evidence that we Are in christ, we must find the work of the Spirit;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet before we go to Christ it is sufficient that we see nothing in our selves, no qualification:
yet before we go to christ it is sufficient that we see nothing in our selves, no qualification:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the graces of the Spirit they are not the condition of coming to Christ, but the promise of those that receive Christ after.
for the graces of the Spirit they Are not the condition of coming to christ, but the promise of those that receive christ After.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore go to Christ when thou feelest neither joy of the Spirit, nor sanctification of the Spirit;
Therefore go to christ when thou Feel neither joy of the Spirit, nor sanctification of the Spirit;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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go to the blood of Christ, and that will purge thee, and wash thee from all thy sins.
go to the blood of christ, and that will purge thee, and wash thee from all thy Sins.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This I onely touch for a direction what to do when our soules want comfort, when perhaps we cannot see the seal of the Spirit in sanctification so clearly.
This I only touch for a direction what to do when our Souls want Comfort, when perhaps we cannot see the seal of the Spirit in sanctification so clearly.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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To go on now to the next. And given us the Earnest of the Spirit.
To go on now to the next. And given us the Earnest of the Spirit.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Here is the third word borrowed from humane affaires, to set out the work of the Spirit in our soules:
Here is the third word borrowed from humane affairs, to Set out the work of the Spirit in our Souls:
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Anointing we had before, and Sealing; now here is Earnest. Anointing we had before, and Sealing; now Here is Earnest.
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The variety of the words shewes that there is a great remainder of unbelief in the soul of man, that the Spirit of God is fain to use so many words to expresse Gods dealing to the soul to bring it to believe, to be assured of salvation.
The variety of the words shows that there is a great remainder of unbelief in the soul of man, that the Spirit of God is fain to use so many words to express God's dealing to the soul to bring it to believe, to be assured of salvation.
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And indeed so it is, howsoever we in the time of prosperity, when all things go well with us, we are prone wondrously to presume,
And indeed so it is, howsoever we in the time of Prosperity, when all things go well with us, we Are prove wondrously to presume,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet in the hour of death when conscience is awakened, we are prone to nothing so much as to call all in question,
yet in the hour of death when conscience is awakened, we Are prove to nothing so much as to call all in question,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to believe the doubts and fears of our own hearts, more then the undoubted truth and promise of God:
and to believe the doubts and fears of our own hearts, more then the undoubted truth and promise of God:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore God takes all courses to stablish us;
Therefore God Takes all courses to establish us;
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he gives us rich and precious promises, he gives us the holy Spirit to stablish us on the Promises, he seales us with his Spirit,
he gives us rich and precious promises, he gives us the holy Spirit to establish us on the Promises, he Seals us with his Spirit,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and gives us the earnest of the Spirit, and all to settle this wretched and unbelieving heart of ours.
and gives us the earnest of the Spirit, and all to settle this wretched and unbelieving heart of ours.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So desirous is God that we should be well conceited of him, he loves us better then we love our selves:
So desirous is God that we should be well conceited of him, he loves us better then we love our selves:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He so much prizeth our love, that he labours by all means to secure us of his love to us,
He so much prizeth our love, that he labours by all means to secure us of his love to us,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because except we know his love to us, we cannot love him again, and we cannot joy in him, &c. But that onely in the general.
Because except we know his love to us, we cannot love him again, and we cannot joy in him, etc. But that only in the general.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Here is earnest, and the Earnest of the Spirit;
Here is earnest, and the Earnest of the Spirit;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is in plain termes, he gives us the Spirit with the graces and comforts of it, which doth in our hearts that which an earnest doth amongst men.
that is in plain terms, he gives us the Spirit with the graces and comforts of it, which does in our hearts that which an earnest does among men.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But what is this Spirit an earnest of? It is an Earnest of our inheritance in heaven, of our blessed estate there.
But what is this Spirit an earnest of? It is an Earnest of our inheritance in heaven, of our blessed estate there.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We are sons now, but we are not heires invested into the blessed estate we have title to.
We Are Sons now, but we Are not Heirs invested into the blessed estate we have title to.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God leaves us not off in the mean time while we are in our Pilgrimage;
God leaves us not off in the mean time while we Are in our Pilgrimage;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he keeps not all for heaven, but he gives us somewhat to comfort us in our absence from our Husband, from our Lord and King Christ:
he keeps not all for heaven, but he gives us somewhat to Comfort us in our absence from our Husband, from our Lord and King christ:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he gives us the Earnest of the Spirit, that is, he gives the holy Ghost into our hearts, which is the Earnest of that blessed everlasting glorious condition which we shall have in heaven hereafter:
he gives us the Earnest of the Spirit, that is, he gives the holy Ghost into our hearts, which is the Earnest of that blessed everlasting glorious condition which we shall have in heaven hereafter:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is the meaning of the words. In what regard is the Spirit called an Earnest?
that is the meaning of the words. In what regard is the Spirit called an Earnest?
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First of all, an Earnest is for security of bargains and contracts:
First of all, an Earnest is for security of bargains and contracts:
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so the Holy Ghost assures the soul of salvation, being present with his graces and comforts:
so the Holy Ghost assures the soul of salvation, being present with his graces and comforts:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the Holy Ghost is given for security. Secondly, an Earnest is part of the whole bargain;
the Holy Ghost is given for security. Secondly, an Earnest is part of the Whole bargain;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though it be a very little part, yet it is a part:
though it be a very little part, yet it is a part:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so the Spirit of God here, and the work of the Spirit, and the graces and joy of the Spirit, it is a part of that full joy and happinesse that shall be revealed.
and so the Spirit of God Here, and the work of the Spirit, and the graces and joy of the Spirit, it is a part of that full joy and happiness that shall be revealed.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but that is an Earnest for the time to come, that the Spirit shall be all in all, wherein we shall have no reluctancy,
but that is an Earnest for the time to come, that the Spirit shall be all in all, wherein we shall have no reluctancy,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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nor nothing to exalt it self against the sure regiment of the Spirit. Thirdly, an Earnest is little in comparison of the whole bargain:
nor nothing to exalt it self against the sure regiment of the Spirit. Thirdly, an Earnest is little in comparison of the Whole bargain:
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so the work of the Spirit, the comforts, the joy, the peace of the Spirit, it is little in comparison of that which shall be in heaven, in regard of the fulnesse of the Spirit which we shall have there.
so the work of the Spirit, the comforts, the joy, the peace of the Spirit, it is little in comparison of that which shall be in heaven, in regard of the fullness of the Spirit which we shall have there.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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An Earnest, though it be little in quantity, yet it is great in security and assurance:
an Earnest, though it be little in quantity, yet it is great in security and assurance:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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a shilling may secure a bargain of a thousand pounds perhaps;
a shilling may secure a bargain of a thousand pounds perhaps;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so the Spirit, it is little in quantity it may be, but it is great in assurance.
so the Spirit, it is little in quantity it may be, but it is great in assurance.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And as we value an earnest, not for the bignesse of the piece; for (alas!) it may be it is but little;
And as we valve an earnest, not for the bigness of the piece; for (alas!) it may be it is but little;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but we value and esteem it for that which it is an earnest of: So the work of the Spirit, the joy and peace of the Spirit;
but we valve and esteem it for that which it is an earnest of: So the work of the Spirit, the joy and peace of the Spirit;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the comforts of the Spirit, though they be little, yet they are great in security,
the comforts of the Spirit, though they be little, yet they Are great in security,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and are to be prized according to that excellent bargain and possession, of which they are an Earnest.
and Are to be prized according to that excellent bargain and possession, of which they Are an Earnest.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Fourthly, an Earnest is given rather for the security of the party that receives it, then in regard of him that gives it:
Fourthly, an Earnest is given rather for the security of the party that receives it, then in regard of him that gives it:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so God gives the Earnest of the Spirit, grace and comfort, this not so much in regard of God,
so God gives the Earnest of the Spirit, grace and Comfort, this not so much in regard of God,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for God meaneth to give us heaven and happinesse, he hath passed his Word, and he is Master of his Word, be is Jehovah, that gives a being to his Word as well as to every other thing;
for God means to give us heaven and happiness, he hath passed his Word, and he is Master of his Word, be is Jehovah, that gives a being to his Word as well as to every other thing;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but notwithstanding having to deal with doubtful mistrustful persons, he doth it for our security, he regards not himself so much, but us:
but notwithstanding having to deal with doubtful mistrustful Persons, he does it for our security, he regards not himself so much, but us:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He works answerable to his own greatnesse, strongly; but he speaks according to our weaknesse: and therefore here is the term of Earnest borrowed for this purpose.
He works answerable to his own greatness, strongly; but he speaks according to our weakness: and Therefore Here is the term of Earnest borrowed for this purpose.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And lastly, an Earnest is never taken away, but it is made up with the bargain:
And lastly, an Earnest is never taken away, but it is made up with the bargain:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so it is with the Spirit of God, the graces and comforts of it are never wholly taken from a Christian, but accomplished in heaven.
so it is with the Spirit of God, the graces and comforts of it Are never wholly taken from a Christian, but accomplished in heaven.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I will leave you the Comforter (saith our Saviour Christ,) that shall abide with you for ever. I will leave you the Comforter (Says our Saviour christ,) that shall abide with you for ever.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So that in these and such like other respects, the Spirit of God by it self, together with the graces of it,
So that in these and such like other respects, the Spirit of God by it self, together with the graces of it,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Hence then (having thus cleared the words) we may observe some particular Doctrines.
Hence then (having thus cleared the words) we may observe Some particular Doctrines.
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As first, I Observe from the first property of an Earnest, that it secures the whole bargain this, That A Christian ought to be,
As First, I Observe from the First property of an Earnest, that it secures the Whole bargain this, That A Christian ought to be,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and may be assured of his estate in grace.
and may be assured of his estate in grace.
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Because (as I said before) an Earnest is given for security, and that not so much for Gods sake, as for our sakes; Because (as I said before) an Earnest is given for security, and that not so much for God's sake, as for our sakes;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this then must needs follow, either none have this earnest, or those that have it may be assured,
this then must needs follow, either none have this earnest, or those that have it may be assured,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or else God is fickle and playes fast and loose with his children, which is blasphemy to affirm.
or Else God is fickle and plays fast and lose with his children, which is blasphemy to affirm.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If none have this earnest, then the Apostle speakes false, when he saith here, he stablisheth us,
If none have this earnest, then the Apostle speaks false, when he Says Here, he stablisheth us,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and gives us the earnest of his Spirit, and us with you, both together;
and gives us the earnest of his Spirit, and us with you, both together;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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ordinary Christians as well as grand ones, as well as Paul, may be assured of their salvation.
ordinary Christians as well as grand ones, as well as Paul, may be assured of their salvation.
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And if this be so, then either those that have this earnest, this seal of the Spirit, they may be assured, or no;
And if this be so, then either those that have this earnest, this seal of the Spirit, they may be assured, or no;
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and if not, where is the fault? doth not God mean in good earnest to them when he gives them this? undoubtedly he doth;
and if not, where is the fault? does not God mean in good earnest to them when he gives them this? undoubtedly he does;
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and why is it given but for assurance? he is desirous that we should be perswaded of his love in all things,
and why is it given but for assurance? he is desirous that we should be persuaded of his love in all things,
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and therefore Gods Children they may, and they ought to be assured of his love in this world.
and Therefore God's Children they may, and they ought to be assured of his love in this world.
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It is a Point that we have often occasion to meet with in other portions of Scripture:
It is a Point that we have often occasion to meet with in other portions of Scripture:
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I speak it therefore here only as a ground out of this place, in that the Spirit of God, together with the graces and comforts are called an Earnest: I say therefore from hence, that we may be assured of our salvation.
I speak it Therefore Here only as a ground out of this place, in that the Spirit of God, together with the graces and comforts Are called an Earnest: I say Therefore from hence, that we may be assured of our salvation.
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I beseech you, what is the aim of the Epistles to the 〈 ◊ 〉, to the Ephesians, of the Epistle of S. John, but a stirring of them up to whom they wrote to be perswaded of Gods love to them,
I beseech you, what is the aim of the Epistles to the 〈 ◊ 〉, to the Ephesians, of the Epistle of S. John, but a stirring of them up to whom they wrote to be persuaded of God's love to them,
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and to shew what excellent things we have by the love of God in Christ? And S. Johns Epistle it is for nothing else (in respect of the substance of it) but to give evidences how we may know that we are the sons of God.
and to show what excellent things we have by the love of God in christ? And S. Johns Epistle it is for nothing Else (in respect of the substance of it) but to give evidences how we may know that we Are the Sons of God.
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Wherefore did God become man? Wherefore was Christ himselfe sealed by the Father, Son;
Wherefore did God become man? Wherefore was christ himself sealed by the Father, Son;
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Nay it is possible, that for a long time Gods child may want this act of assurance:
Nay it is possible, that for a long time God's child may want this act of assurance:
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for there is a double act of faith.
for there is a double act of faith.
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and Holy Ghost to his office, when he was baptized? and wherefore he did dye and rise againe? and wherefore doth he make intercession in heaven? that we should doubt of Gods love,
and Holy Ghost to his office, when he was baptised? and Wherefore he did die and rise again? and Wherefore does he make Intercession in heaven? that we should doubt of God's love,
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when he hath given us that which is greater then salvation, that which is greater then all the world, his own Son? Would we have a greater pledge of his love? Is not all this, that we should not doubt of his love to us,
when he hath given us that which is greater then salvation, that which is greater then all the world, his own Son? Would we have a greater pledge of his love? Is not all this, that we should not doubt of his love to us,
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if we cast our selves upon him by faith? Christians may, and ought, and have had assurance, these here had assurance,
if we cast our selves upon him by faith? Christians may, and ought, and have had assurance, these Here had assurance,
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and the Scripture speaks of such as had it:
and the Scripture speaks of such as had it:
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they have had it, we may have it, because the Spirit is a Seal, and an Earnest;
they have had it, we may have it, Because the Spirit is a Seal, and an Earnest;
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and we ought to have it, because God hath framed both his Word, and his Sacraments,
and we ought to have it, Because God hath framed both his Word, and his Sacraments,
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and all his dealing to man so as to perswade us of his love.
and all his dealing to man so as to persuade us of his love.
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Yet adde this Caution, That Christians have not at all times a like assurance of their salvation;
Yet add this Caution, That Christians have not At all times a like assurance of their salvation;
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neither all Christians at all times have it not, nor the best have it not at all times:
neither all Christians At all times have it not, nor the best have it not At all times:
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For there is an infancy of grace, when we know not our own estate and condition:
For there is an infancy of grace, when we know not our own estate and condition:
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and there is a time of temptation after infancy, when likewise we stagger in our assurance:
and there is a time of temptation After infancy, when likewise we stagger in our assurance:
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there be times likewise of desertion, when God to make us look better to our footing leaves us a little,
there be times likewise of desertion, when God to make us look better to our footing leaves us a little,
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as if he would forsake us, when indeed he leaves us to draw us after him, to cleave more closely to him: (for this shaking is to settle us deeper,) So there be times and seasons wherein though we be assured,
as if he would forsake us, when indeed he leaves us to draw us After him, to cleave more closely to him: (for this shaking is to settle us Deeper,) So there be times and seasons wherein though we be assured,
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yet we cannot then know our own assurance. And this assurance differeth in Christians; for some have more, some lesse:
yet we cannot then know our own assurance. And this assurance differeth in Christians; for Some have more, Some less:
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even as the constitution of the body, some are of a melancholy constitution, (that helps Satan in his temptations,) and they are subject to fearing and misdoubting:
even as the constitution of the body, Some Are of a melancholy constitution, (that helps Satan in his temptations,) and they Are Subject to fearing and misdoubting:
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and so as there is a difference in regard of tempers, some are more hardly brought to be perswaded then others:
and so as there is a difference in regard of tempers, Some Are more hardly brought to be persuaded then Others:
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so there is a difference likewise in care and diligence; for those that use more care and diligence, have more assurance:
so there is a difference likewise in care and diligence; for those that use more care and diligence, have more assurance:
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there is a difference likewise in growth and continuance in Christianity, some are fathers, and some are babes:
there is a difference likewise in growth and Continuance in Christianity, Some Are Father's, and Some Are babes:
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Answerable to the difference of constitutions, and of care and diligence, and of age and growth in Christianity,
Answerable to the difference of constitutions, and of care and diligence, and of age and growth in Christianity,
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so is the difference of assurance.
so is the difference of assurance.
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An Act whereby the soul relies upon God as reconciled in Christ, and relies upon Christ as given of God; and relies upon the promise.
an Act whereby the soul relies upon God as reconciled in christ, and relies upon christ as given of God; and relies upon the promise.
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And then there is a reflect act, whereby knowing we do thus, we have assurance. Now a man may perform the one act & not the other;
And then there is a reflect act, whereby knowing we do thus, we have assurance. Now a man may perform the one act & not the other;
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we may do that deed that may found our assurance if the waters of the soul were not troubled;
we may do that deed that may found our assurance if the waters of the soul were not troubled;
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that is, we may believe, and yet want assurance, because that is another distinct act that followeth upon our casting of our selves upon God.
that is, we may believe, and yet want assurance, Because that is Another distinct act that follows upon our casting of our selves upon God.
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And so many of the dear children of God sometimes they can hardly say that they have any assurance,
And so many of the dear children of God sometime they can hardly say that they have any assurance,
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but yet notwithstanding they can say (if they do not belye themselves, and bear false witnesse against themselves,) that they have cast themselves upon Gods mercy, they have performed the first act of faith;
but yet notwithstanding they can say (if they do not belie themselves, and bear false witness against themselves,) that they have cast themselves upon God's mercy, they have performed the First act of faith;
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and this faith is not fruitlesse altogether.
and this faith is not fruitless altogether.
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Now there be many things that may hinder this other act, viz. that act of faith whereby I am assured of my state in grace:
Now there be many things that may hinder this other act, viz. that act of faith whereby I am assured of my state in grace:
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sometimes God (together with my believing) will present such things to the soul, as wholly take it up;
sometime God (together with my believing) will present such things to the soul, as wholly take it up;
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so that a man cannot have definitive thoughts upon that that God would have him think of:
so that a man cannot have definitive thoughts upon that that God would have him think of:
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As when God will humble a man for his boldnesse in adventuring upon sin, he takes not away the Spirit of faith,
As when God will humble a man for his boldness in adventuring upon since, he Takes not away the Spirit of faith,
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but God to humble him throughly he sets before him his anger, sets before him terrour,
but God to humble him thoroughly he sets before him his anger, sets before him terror,
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even hellish terrours, that will make him in a state little different from a reprobate for the time;
even hellish terrors, that will make him in a state little different from a Reprobate for the time;
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so that he is farre from saying that he hath any assurance at that time:
so that he is Far from saying that he hath any assurance At that time:
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yet notwithstanding he doth not leave off, he casts himself upon Gods mercy still, though God kill him,
yet notwithstanding he does not leave off, he Cast himself upon God's mercy still, though God kill him,
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yet he will trust in him, and yet he feels nothing but terrour; and this (I say) God doth, to school him, and to humble him,
yet he will trust in him, and yet he feels nothing but terror; and this (I say) God does, to school him, and to humble him,
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and to prepare him for the feeling of assurance after.
and to prepare him for the feeling of assurance After.
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These things we must observe, that we give not a false evidence of our selves, that though we have not such assurance as we have had, and as others have;
These things we must observe, that we give not a false evidence of our selves, that though we have not such assurance as we have had, and as Others have;
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yet I say, alway there is some ground in us, where upon we may be assured that we are Gods, if we could search it.
yet I say, always there is Some ground in us, where upon we may be assured that we Are God's, if we could search it.
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Such ought to labour for assurance, and such will in time come to assurance.
Such ought to labour for assurance, and such will in time come to assurance.
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And therefore we should be farre from alowing that Doctrine, which is as if a man should light a candle before the Divel,
And Therefore we should be Far from allowing that Doctrine, which is as if a man should Light a candle before the devil,
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as we use to say, to help him against our hearts, by a Doctrine of doubting;
as we use to say, to help him against our hearts, by a Doctrine of doubting;
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as if our naughty hearts were not ready enough of themselves to doubt.
as if our naughty hearts were not ready enough of themselves to doubt.
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It is the prophanenesse of the world, they will not use the means that God hath appointed to this end;
It is the profaneness of the world, they will not use the means that God hath appointed to this end;
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nay, they had rather stagger and take contentment & assurance in their own waies; if God will love me in a loose course, so it is;
nay, they had rather stagger and take contentment & assurance in their own ways; if God will love me in a lose course, so it is;
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but to give diligence to make my calling and election sure, I had rather believe the Popish Doctrine, that I ought to doubt,
but to give diligence to make my calling and election sure, I had rather believe the Popish Doctrine, that I ought to doubt,
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and only to be of a good hope:
and only to be of a good hope:
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Whereas we ought constantly to labour to be assured of our state in grace, that God may have more honour,
Whereas we ought constantly to labour to be assured of our state in grace, that God may have more honour,
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and that we may have more comfort from him again, and walk more chearfully through the troubles and temptations that are in the world.
and that we may have more Comfort from him again, and walk more cheerfully through the Troubles and temptations that Are in the world.
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A Carnal proud person he swells against this Doctrine, because he feels no such thing, and he thinks what is above his measure is hypocrisie;
A Carnal proud person he Swells against this Doctrine, Because he feels no such thing, and he thinks what is above his measure is hypocrisy;
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he makes himself the measure of other Christians, and therefore he values and esteems others by his dark state;
he makes himself the measure of other Christians, and Therefore he value's and esteems Others by his dark state;
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for a carnal mans heart it is like a dungeon, a man in a dungeon can see nothing, because he hath no light;
for a carnal men heart it is like a dungeon, a man in a dungeon can see nothing, Because he hath no Light;
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but he that hath the light, he can see the dungeon:
but he that hath the Light, he can see the dungeon:
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the heart of a Christian hath a light in it, there is the Spirit in him,
the heart of a Christian hath a Light in it, there is the Spirit in him,
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and therefore he can see his own estate, and he can tell what is in him upon due search:
and Therefore he can see his own estate, and he can tell what is in him upon due search:
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now in a carnal man all is dark, he sees nothing, because his heart is in a dungeon, his eye is dark, his heart is full of darknesse, all is alike to him, he sees no difference between flesh and Spirit,
now in a carnal man all is dark, he sees nothing, Because his heart is in a dungeon, his eye is dark, his heart is full of darkness, all is alike to him, he sees no difference between Flesh and Spirit,
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and therefore he holds on in a doubting hope, and confused disposition and temper of soul:
and Therefore he holds on in a doubting hope, and confused disposition and temper of soul:
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But a Christian that labours to walk in the comforts of the Holy Ghost, he is not content with such a confused state,
But a Christian that labours to walk in the comforts of the Holy Ghost, he is not content with such a confused state,
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and therefore we ought to abhor that Doctrine by all means;
and Therefore we ought to abhor that Doctrine by all means;
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and to justifie this Doctrine, that we ought, and that we may have assurance of salvation in this world.
and to justify this Doctrine, that we ought, and that we may have assurance of salvation in this world.
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The second thing which I observe, and which I joyn to the former, is the Doctrine of Perseverance:
The second thing which I observe, and which I join to the former, is the Doctrine of Perseverance:
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An Earnest you know I told you is made up with the Bargain, but it is never taken away:
an Earnest you know I told you is made up with the Bargain, but it is never taken away:
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so that the Point is this, That Gods Children as they may be assured of their salvation,
so that the Point is this, That God's Children as they may be assured of their salvation,
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So They may be assured that they shall hold out to the end.
So They may be assured that they shall hold out to the end.
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I think many of you think these two Points to be so clear, that it is unnecessary to divide them: I think many of you think these two Points to be so clear, that it is unnecessary to divide them:
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for if we be assured of our salvation, there must needs be perseverance to the end;
for if we be assured of our salvation, there must needs be perseverance to the end;
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for what kind of assurance is it, to be in the state of grace to day,
for what kind of assurance is it, to be in the state of grace to day,
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and not to be to morrow?
and not to be to morrow?
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But if you ask some degenerated followers of Luther, that leave him in his sweet and comfortable Doctrines,
But if you ask Some degenerated followers of Luther, that leave him in his sweet and comfortable Doctrines,
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and take up some errours of his; and some others that would divide these; hot they are against the Papists for denying the Doctrine of assurance of salvation:
and take up Some errors of his; and Some Others that would divide these; hight they Are against the Papists for denying the Doctrine of assurance of salvation:
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but when they come to perseverance, they hold that a Christian may fall away altogether:
but when they come to perseverance, they hold that a Christian may fallen away altogether:
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these things cannot stand together, for undoubtedly it is most sure, and just, and right, that these truths follow one the other, assurance of salvation, and perseverance:
these things cannot stand together, for undoubtedly it is most sure, and just, and right, that these truths follow one the other, assurance of salvation, and perseverance:
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and therefore if they maintain that we ought to be assured of salvation and not doubt of Gods love,
and Therefore if they maintain that we ought to be assured of salvation and not doubt of God's love,
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surely then they cannot with the same Spirit and the same ground doubt that God that hath begun a work, will finish it to the day of the Lord:
surely then they cannot with the same Spirit and the same ground doubt that God that hath begun a work, will finish it to the day of the Lord:
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there is no question but that the one followes the other; because an earnest as it assures us of salvation, so it assures us of perseverance.
there is no question but that the one follows the other; Because an earnest as it assures us of salvation, so it assures us of perseverance.
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Herein an Earnest differs from a pawn or pledge; a pledge it is given, but it is taken away again:
Herein an Earnest differs from a pawn or pledge; a pledge it is given, but it is taken away again:
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but an Earnest when it is once given, is never taken away again;
but an Earnest when it is once given, is never taken away again;
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but as it is a part of the bargain, so it is filled and made up with the bargain;
but as it is a part of the bargain, so it is filled and made up with the bargain;
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so grace is a part of glory, and is never taken away, but made up with perfect on of glory.
so grace is a part of glory, and is never taken away, but made up with perfect on of glory.
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From this we see then, that he that is in the state of grace, is undefeasable;
From this we see then, that he that is in the state of grace, is undefeasable;
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he perseveres to the end, because he hath the earnest of the Spirit: if God should take away his Spirit from him, he should take away his earnest;
he perseveres to the end, Because he hath the earnest of the Spirit: if God should take away his Spirit from him, he should take away his earnest;
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and if he take away his earnest, he takes away that for which he gives it, assurance of salvation, and so should overthrough all.
and if he take away his earnest, he Takes away that for which he gives it, assurance of salvation, and so should overthrough all.
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man oft-times repents of his earnest, and wisheth he had not made such a fruitlesse bargain;
man ofttimes repents of his earnest, and wishes he had not made such a fruitless bargain;
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but God never doth, but where he gives the first fruits, he makes up the harvest;
but God never does, but where he gives the First fruits, he makes up the harvest;
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where he laies the foundation, he makes up the building, where he gives Earnest, he makes up the bargain:
where he lays the Foundation, he makes up the building, where he gives Earnest, he makes up the bargain:
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where he begins a good work, he finisheth it to the day of the Lord; once his, for ever his:
where he begins a good work, he finisheth it to the day of the Lord; once his, for ever his:
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We cannot be so sure of any thing as we may be of Gods love for the time to come.
We cannot be so sure of any thing as we may be of God's love for the time to come.
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We have a common speech amongst us, I know what I have, but what I shall have I know not:
We have a Common speech among us, I know what I have, but what I shall have I know not:
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It is an ill speech, thou knowest not what thou hast, for these worldly things a man hath them so to day as they may take to themselves wings and be gone to morrow, for they are but vanity;
It is an ill speech, thou Knowest not what thou hast, for these worldly things a man hath them so to day as they may take to themselves wings and be gone to morrow, for they Are but vanity;
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A may be as rich as Job in the morning, and as poor as Job at night;
A may be as rich as Job in the morning, and as poor as Job At night;
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so that a man knowes not what he hath:
so that a man knows not what he hath:
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but for the time to come for grace and glory, he may say, Though I know not what I have,
but for the time to come for grace and glory, he may say, Though I know not what I have,
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or how long I shall have it, I know what I shall have, I know that neither things present,
or how long I shall have it, I know what I shall have, I know that neither things present,
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nor things to come shalbe able to separate me from the love of God in Jesus Christ. nor things to come shall able to separate me from the love of God in jesus christ.
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So that you see here a foundation of the sweet and comfortable Doctrine of perseverance: Grace is the Earnest of glory, and it doth but differ in degrees;
So that you see Here a Foundation of the sweet and comfortable Doctrine of perseverance: Grace is the Earnest of glory, and it does but differ in Degrees;
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the beginning of glory is here in grace, the consummation of it hereafter. We are anointed Kings here, we shall be Kings in heaven;
the beginning of glory is Here in grace, the consummation of it hereafter. We Are anointed Kings Here, we shall be Kings in heaven;
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we are sons here in this world, we shall be heires in heaven: we shall be adopted there in soul and body:
we Are Sons Here in this world, we shall be Heirs in heaven: we shall be adopted there in soul and body:
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here we are adopted in soul;
Here we Are adopted in soul;
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for in this life Christs first coming was for the soul, his second coming is for body and soul;
for in this life Christ First coming was for the soul, his second coming is for body and soul;
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therefore the resurrection is called the day of regeneration, because then it shall be perfected; here regeneration is onely begun.
Therefore the resurrection is called the day of regeneration, Because then it shall be perfected; Here regeneration is only begun.
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So that in respect that the work of the Spirit, the graces of the Spirit are called an Earnest, we may know and be assured of perseverance in grace,
So that in respect that the work of the Spirit, the graces of the Spirit Are called an Earnest, we may know and be assured of perseverance in grace,
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and that that which we have now in the beginning shall be accomplished.
and that that which we have now in the beginning shall be accomplished.
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but though it be little in quantity, it may be great in assurance, and security.
but though it be little in quantity, it may be great in assurance, and security.
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Oh how should this set us upon desires to have the blessed work of the Spirit upon us, to have the Spirit to set his seal upon us, to be Christs, to have this Earnest,
O how should this Set us upon Desires to have the blessed work of the Spirit upon us, to have the Spirit to Set his seal upon us, to be Christ, to have this Earnest,
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and to get more and more Earnest till we have the full bargain accomplished in heaven!
and to get more and more Earnest till we have the full bargain accomplished in heaven!
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Thirdly, I told you, that an Earnest is part of the whole, they therefore that have not the Earnest cannot look for the bargain:
Thirdly, I told you, that an Earnest is part of the Whole, they Therefore that have not the Earnest cannot look for the bargain:
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The Observation hence is, That Those that look to be happy, must first look to be holy.
The Observation hence is, That Those that look to be happy, must First look to be holy.
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This Point I mean to touch very briefly, I am loath to passe it by; (though it be not the principal thing I aim at) because it may serve for a kind of tryal, This Point I mean to touch very briefly, I am loath to pass it by; (though it be not the principal thing I aim At) Because it may serve for a kind of trial,
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whether a man have any right to heaven, or no.
whither a man have any right to heaven, or no.
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It is the ordinary presumptuous errour of common Christians, to think to go to heaven out of unclean courses, with Lord, have mercy upon us:
It is the ordinary presumptuous error of Common Christians, to think to go to heaven out of unclean courses, with Lord, have mercy upon us:
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but miserable wretches are they, that have not this Earnest of the Spirit in them, an Earnest of heaven beforehand in grace, and peace, and joy:
but miserable wretches Are they, that have not this Earnest of the Spirit in them, an Earnest of heaven beforehand in grace, and peace, and joy:
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We must all read our happinesse in our holinesse;
We must all read our happiness in our holiness;
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and therefore it is that happinesse in heaven, and holinesse here (which is happinesse inchoate) have both one title, to shew that we cannot have the one without the other:
and Therefore it is that happiness in heaven, and holiness Here (which is happiness inchoate) have both one title, to show that we cannot have the one without the other:
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we must enter into heaven here in this life.
we must enter into heaven Here in this life.
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The stones (you know) they were hewed before they were brought to the building of the Temple, they were all made and fitted before-hand;
The stones (you know) they were hewed before they were brought to the building of the Temple, they were all made and fitted beforehand;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so all that shall be stones in heaven, they must be hewed and prepared and fitted here;
and so all that shall be stones in heaven, they must be hewed and prepared and fitted Here;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there must be no knocking and fitting of them there.
there must be no knocking and fitting of them there.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So then you see these three things touched, that the holy Spirit together with the graces and comforts of it are called an Earnest,
So then you see these three things touched, that the holy Spirit together with the graces and comforts of it Are called an Earnest,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore that it is a part of the whole, an assurance of the whole, and that it shall never be taken away.
and Therefore that it is a part of the Whole, an assurance of the Whole, and that it shall never be taken away.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now for the fourth, that an Earnest is little in regard of the whole; (and indeed the holy Apostle aimes at this partly as well as at any other thing else) an Earnest is little, perhaps we have but a shilling to secure us of many pounds.
Now for the fourth, that an Earnest is little in regard of the Whole; (and indeed the holy Apostle aims At this partly as well as At any other thing Else) an Earnest is little, perhaps we have but a shilling to secure us of many pounds.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So then the point is this, That Howsoever we may be assured of our estate in grace,
So then the point is this, That Howsoever we may be assured of our estate in grace,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and likewise that we shall hold out, yet the ground of this assurance is not from any great measure of grace,
and likewise that we shall hold out, yet the ground of this assurance is not from any great measure of grace,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As we value an Earnest not for the worth that is in it self, but because it assures us of a great bargain;
As we valve an Earnest not for the worth that is in it self, but Because it assures us of a great bargain;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we have an Eye more to the consummation of the bargain then to the quantity of the Earnest:
we have an Eye more to the consummation of the bargain then to the quantity of the Earnest:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so it is here, Grace is but an Earnest, yet notwithstanding though it be little as an Earnest is,
so it is Here, Grace is but an Earnest, yet notwithstanding though it be little as an Earnest is,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet it is great in assurance and validity, answerable to the relation of that it hath to assure us.
yet it is great in assurance and validity, answerable to the Relation of that it hath to assure us.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is nothing lesse then a grain of mustard-seed, but there is nothing in the world so little in proportion (in a manner) that comes at length to be so great,
There is nothing less then a grain of Mustard seed, but there is nothing in the world so little in proportion (in a manner) that comes At length to be so great,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as the graces of God, and the work of the Spirit is. The Crocodile, a huge creature, comes of an egg;
as the graces of God, and the work of the Spirit is. The Crocodile, a huge creature, comes of an egg;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the Oak, it riseth to that greatnesse from an Acorn:
and the Oak, it Riseth to that greatness from an Acorn:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but what are these to the wondrous work of the new creature, to be the heir of heaven, rising from so little, despised beginings, from a little light in the understanding, from a little heat in the affections, from a little strength in the will, compared for the littlenesse thereof to a grain of mustard-seed?
but what Are these to the wondrous work of the new creature, to be the heir of heaven, rising from so little, despised beginnings, from a little Light in the understanding, from a little heat in the affections, from a little strength in the will, compared for the littleness thereof to a grain of Mustard seed?
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Indeed, grace growes a man knowes not how.
Indeed, grace grows a man knows not how.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As Christ saith of the seed sowen in the earth, it growes up first to a blade,
As christ Says of the seed sown in the earth, it grows up First to a blade,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then to a stalk, and then to an ear, and then to be corn, but a man cannot tell how;
and then to a stalk, and then to an ear, and then to be corn, but a man cannot tell how;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so it is with the work of grace and the comforts of the Spirit;
so it is with the work of grace and the comforts of the Spirit;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when the Spirit together with the Word works upon the soul, there is a blade, a little,
when the Spirit together with the Word works upon the soul, there is a blade, a little,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then a stalk, and then Corn. First a babe in Christ, little at the first;
and then a stalk, and then Corn. First a babe in christ, little At the First;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and as it is little, so it is much opposed.
and as it is little, so it is much opposed.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As we see the Sun when it is weak in the rising in the morning, there gather a great many vapours, to besiege the Sun,
As we see the Sun when it is weak in the rising in the morning, there gather a great many vapours, to besiege the Sun,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as it were, as if they would put out the light of it, till it comes to fuller strength,
as it were, as if they would put out the Light of it, till it comes to fuller strength,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then it spends them all, and gloriously shines in heaven:
and then it spends them all, and gloriously shines in heaven:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so it is with the work of the Spirit of grace, when it first ariseth in the soul, there gather about it a great many doubts and discomforts;
so it is with the work of the Spirit of grace, when it First arises in the soul, there gather about it a great many doubts and discomforts;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the flesh riseth and casteth up all the dirt and mud it can, to trouble the blessed waters of grace, till it have gotten fuller and fuller strength to spend them all,
the Flesh Riseth and Cast up all the dirt and mud it can, to trouble the blessed waters of grace, till it have got fuller and fuller strength to spend them all,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as it is when a man comes to be a strong Christian.
as it is when a man comes to be a strong Christian.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But yet as little as it is, seeing it is an Earnest, and the first-fruits, (as the Apostle saith) which were but little in regard of the whole harvest,
But yet as little as it is, seeing it is an Earnest, and the Firstfruits, (as the Apostle Says) which were but little in regard of the Whole harvest,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet it is of the nature of the whole, and thereupon it comes to secure.
yet it is of the nature of the Whole, and thereupon it comes to secure.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A spark of fire is but little, yet it is fire as well as the whole element of fire.
A spark of fire is but little, yet it is fire as well as the Whole element of fire.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And a drop of water it is water as well as the whole Ocean.
And a drop of water it is water as well as the Whole Ocean.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When a man is in a dark place, put the case it be in a dungeon,
When a man is in a dark place, put the case it be in a dungeon,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if he have a little light shining into him from a little crevice, that little light discovers that the Day is broke, that the Sun is risen.
if he have a little Light shining into him from a little crevice, that little Light discovers that the Day is broke, that the Sun is risen.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Put the case there be but one grape on a vine, it shewes that it is a vine,
Put the case there be but one grape on a vine, it shows that it is a vine,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that the vine is not dead:
and that the vine is not dead:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So, put the case there be but the appearance of but a little grace in a Christian, perhaps the Spirit of God appeares but in one grace in him at that time,
So, put the case there be but the appearance of but a little grace in a Christian, perhaps the Spirit of God appears but in one grace in him At that time,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet that one grace sheweth that we are vines, and not thistles, or thorns, or other base plants,
yet that one grace shows that we Are vines, and not thistles, or thorns, or other base plants,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and it shewes that there is life in the root.
and it shows that there is life in the root.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Spirit of God appears not in all graces at once, it appears some time or other in some one grace.
The Spirit of God appears not in all graces At once, it appears Some time or other in Some one grace.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We see in plants, the vertue of them appears diversly; In Winter the vertue of them lyes in the root;
We see in plants, the virtue of them appears diversely; In Winter the virtue of them lies in the root;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In the spring-time, in the bud and the leaf: In the Summer, in the fruit; it is not in all parts alike:
In the springtime, in the bud and the leaf: In the Summer, in the fruit; it is not in all parts alike:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so it is with the Spirit, as it is an Earnest, it appears not in all graces in a flourishing manner at the first;
so it is with the Spirit, as it is an Earnest, it appears not in all graces in a flourishing manner At the First;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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sometimes it appears in the root, in humility, sometimes in faith, sometimes in love, sometimes in one grace, sometimes in another:
sometime it appears in the root, in humility, sometime in faith, sometime in love, sometime in one grace, sometime in Another:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though the Spirit be in every grace, yet in appearance to a mans self and others, it appeares but in one.
though the Spirit be in every grace, yet in appearance to a men self and Others, it appears but in one.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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An Earnest is little, especially at the first. Weak Christians therefore should not be discouraged, Despise not the day of little things: there is cause of mourning;
an Earnest is little, especially At the First. Weak Christians Therefore should not be discouraged, Despise not the day of little things: there is cause of mourning;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we that have received the first fruits of the Spirit, we mourn because we have but the first-fruits,
we that have received the First fruits of the Spirit, we mourn Because we have but the Firstfruits,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and we would have the full harvest; but as there is cause of mourning, because we have but the first-fruits;
and we would have the full harvest; but as there is cause of mourning, Because we have but the Firstfruits;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so there is cause of comfort, because it is the first-fruits:
so there is cause of Comfort, Because it is the Firstfruits:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now Gods children that have the Earnest of the Spirit, they have a spirit likewise to wait:
Now God's children that have the Earnest of the Spirit, they have a Spirit likewise to wait:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is an Earnest onely, and not the whole bargain, therefore we have cause of mourning that it is so imperfect, that it is so weak as it is;
it is an Earnest only, and not the Whole bargain, Therefore we have cause of mourning that it is so imperfect, that it is so weak as it is;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet there is cause of comfort, because though it is not the whole, yet is a part,
yet there is cause of Comfort, Because though it is not the Whole, yet is a part,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and secures us of the whole. And therefore Christians should labour to mingle duties, and let one grace qualifie another:
and secures us of the Whole. And Therefore Christians should labour to mingle duties, and let one grace qualify Another:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For indeed a Christian is a mixed Creature, his comforts are mixed, and his mourning is mixed:
For indeed a Christian is a mixed Creature, his comforts Are mixed, and his mourning is mixed:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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With a carnal man it is all otherwise, if he mourn he is all a mort, because he hath no goodnesse;
With a carnal man it is all otherwise, if he mourn he is all a Murder, Because he hath no Goodness;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if he joy, he is mad, his mirth is madnesse.
if he joy, he is mad, his mirth is madness.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A Christian joyes indeed, some times he hath joy unspeakable and glorious, because he looks to his hope,
A Christian Joys indeed, Some times he hath joy unspeakable and glorious, Because he looks to his hope,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the accomplishment of it, and yet he mourns, because he hath but the Earnest, because he hath but the beginnings, because he hath but the first-fruits here.
and the accomplishment of it, and yet he mourns, Because he hath but the Earnest, Because he hath but the beginnings, Because he hath but the Firstfruits Here.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore again, as it should comfort us, if we have any thing;
And Therefore again, as it should Comfort us, if we have any thing;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so it should exhort us to examine rather the truth, then the measure of any grace;
so it should exhort us to examine rather the truth, then the measure of any grace;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we have examined the truth, it is the truth of this Earnest, the truth of grace and comfort:
we have examined the truth, it is the truth of this Earnest, the truth of grace and Comfort:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is an excellent speech of our Saviour Christ, in Rev. 3. to the Church of Philadelphia, in verse 8. Because thou hast a little strength,
it is an excellent speech of our Saviour christ, in Rev. 3. to the Church of Philadelphia, in verse 8. Because thou hast a little strength,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and hast kept my Word, and hast not denyed my Name: and hast kept my Word, and hast not denied my Name:
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there is a great promise made to the Church of Philadelphia: and why? Because thou hast a little strength;
there is a great promise made to the Church of Philadelphia: and why? Because thou hast a little strength;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how is that discovered? Thou hast kept my Word, and hast not denyed my Name.
how is that discovered? Thou hast kept my Word, and hast not denied my Name.
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So then, if that little be true, God respects not that little as it is little in quantity,
So then, if that little be true, God respects not that little as it is little in quantity,
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but as he means to make it ere long; he looks upon the Earnest, as he means to make up the bargain:
but as he means to make it ere long; he looks upon the Earnest, as he means to make up the bargain:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he looks upon the foundation, as he means to rear up a goodly building: he looks upon the first-fruits, as he means to adde the harvest;
he looks upon the Foundation, as he means to rear up a goodly building: he looks upon the Firstfruits, as he means to add the harvest;
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and therefore, Ephes. 1. and other places, We are elected to be holy and blamelesse in his sight.
and Therefore, Ephesians 1. and other places, We Are elected to be holy and blameless in his sighed.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So, Ephes. 5. latter end, He purgeth the Church, that she may be presented to him without spot.
So, Ephesians 5. latter end, He Purgeth the Church, that she may be presented to him without spot.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So Christ looks upon his Church as he is purging and washing, till he have made it holy in his sight.
So christ looks upon his Church as he is purging and washing, till he have made it holy in his sighed.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We are elected, not to Earnest, not to first-fruits, but to be unblameable; we are elected to perfection:
We Are elected, not to Earnest, not to Firstfruits, but to be unblameable; we Are elected to perfection:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is the comfort of Christians, that God looks upon his, not as they are imperfect here,
it is the Comfort of Christians, that God looks upon his, not as they Are imperfect Here,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but as they are in beginning, and as they are growing, and as he intends to bring them to perfection afterwards:
but as they Are in beginning, and as they Are growing, and as he intends to bring them to perfection afterwards:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For all things are present (we know) to him, the time to come, what we shall be:
For all things Are present (we know) to him, the time to come, what we shall be:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he considers us as if we were in heaven already; we are in our degree, and in our faith.
he considers us as if we were in heaven already; we Are in our degree, and in our faith.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So now we sit in heavenly places: therefore as he looks on us as we shall be, so faith answers his looking,
So now we fit in heavenly places: Therefore as he looks on us as we shall be, so faith answers his looking,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when we are framed by the Spirit to comfort;
when we Are framed by the Spirit to Comfort;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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faith looks not upon the weak Earnest, the poor beginnings, but as we shall be after in heaven, without spot and wrinckle.
faith looks not upon the weak Earnest, the poor beginnings, but as we shall be After in heaven, without spot and wrinkle.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I but how shall we know the truth of his Earnest, that it is true, though it be little? To speak a word or two of that for tryal.
I but how shall we know the truth of his Earnest, that it is true, though it be little? To speak a word or two of that for trial.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Where the Spirit of God is, with the relation of an Earnest, he is as an Earnest by way of grace and comfort:
Where the Spirit of God is, with the Relation of an Earnest, he is as an Earnest by Way of grace and Comfort:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for those two wayes the Spirit discovers himself in us, to sanctifie our nature, or by comfort,
for those two ways the Spirit discovers himself in us, to sanctify our nature, or by Comfort,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and peace, and joy, and such like.
and peace, and joy, and such like.
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Then it doth stir up the soul to mourn, that is but an Earnest, (as I said before) and to wait for the accomplishment,
Then it does stir up the soul to mourn, that is but an Earnest, (as I said before) and to wait for the accomplishment,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as the Apostle saith in Rom. 8. We that have received the first-fruits of the Spirit, mourn in our selves;
as the Apostle Says in Rom. 8. We that have received the Firstfruits of the Spirit, mourn in our selves;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that it is no better with us, then it is; that it is no better with us, then it is;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and withal, We wait for the redemption of the sons of God, the adoption of the sons of God, we wait for the accomplishment hereafter:
and withal, We wait for the redemption of the Sons of God, the adoption of the Sons of God, we wait for the accomplishment hereafter:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is the nature therefore of the Spirit of God, as it is an Earnest, to stirre up the spirits of Gods children to mourn something,
it is the nature Therefore of the Spirit of God, as it is an Earnest, to stir up the spirits of God's children to mourn something,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and likewise to wait patiently, to wait for the full accomplishment hereafter;
and likewise to wait patiently, to wait for the full accomplishment hereafter;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and as a fruit of their waiting, to endure quietly, patiently, and comfortably that which is between the Earnest, and the accomplishment of it:
and as a fruit of their waiting, to endure quietly, patiently, and comfortably that which is between the Earnest, and the accomplishment of it:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore God gives them the grace of hope and constancy, and of perseverance, till all be accomplished;
and Therefore God gives them the grace of hope and constancy, and of perseverance, till all be accomplished;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for there is the tediousnesse of time, between which is irk some, hope deferred, and a tediousnesse of deferring, and besides many afflictions withal.
for there is the tediousness of time, between which is irk Some, hope deferred, and a tediousness of deferring, and beside many afflictions withal.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that they may be strengthened to wait, they have the Spirit of Constancy, a Spirit of patience to endure trouble,
and that they may be strengthened to wait, they have the Spirit of Constancy, a Spirit of patience to endure trouble,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to persevere, and to hold out in regard of the tediousnesse of the time.
and to persevere, and to hold out in regard of the tediousness of the time.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So that they may not give over religious courses, though they have it not fully here,
So that they may not give over religious courses, though they have it not Fully Here,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but go on still, and wait.
but go on still, and wait.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And likewise those that have the Earnest of the Spirit, that have the Spirit, as it hath this qualification upon it of an Earnest, it stirres them up to frame themselves, answerable to the full ccaomplishment;
And likewise those that have the Earnest of the Spirit, that have the Spirit, as it hath this qualification upon it of an Earnest, it stirs them up to frame themselves, answerable to the full ccaomplishment;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for He that hath this hope, (saith the Apostle) purgeth himself: he that finds some little beginnings of grace and comfort, the beginings of heaven upon Earth, he frames himself to the perfect state in heaven:
for He that hath this hope, (Says the Apostle) Purgeth himself: he that finds Some little beginnings of grace and Comfort, the beginnings of heaven upon Earth, he frames himself to the perfect state in heaven:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for it is the nature of faith and hope wheresoever they are, to frame the disposition of the person in whom those graces are planted by the Spirit, to the condition of that that soul believes and hopes,
for it is the nature of faith and hope wheresoever they Are, to frame the disposition of the person in whom those graces Are planted by the Spirit, to the condition of that that soul believes and hope's,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for it is in the nature of the thing it should be so.
for it is in the nature of the thing it should be so.
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For doth not hope in any man that hopes to appear before some great person, make him alter his attire,
For does not hope in any man that hope's to appear before Some great person, make him altar his attire,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and fashion his carriage and deportment, as may be plausible before the person whom he goes to? and doth not faith and hope of better things, where they are in truth, fashion and dispose every man to be such as may be fit for heaven? The title to heaven we have indeed by Christ;
and fashion his carriage and deportment, as may be plausible before the person whom he Goes to? and does not faith and hope of better things, where they Are in truth, fashion and dispose every man to be such as may be fit for heaven? The title to heaven we have indeed by christ;
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but the soul knowes there must be a qualification, No unclean thing shall enter into heaven:
but the soul knows there must be a qualification, No unclean thing shall enter into heaven:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore where the Earnest is, there is a continual desire to be better, a continual relinquishing of corruptions more and more, a perfecting of the work of mortification,
and Therefore where the Earnest is, there is a continual desire to be better, a continual relinquishing of corruptions more and more, a perfecting of the work of mortification,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the work of grace more and more:
and the work of grace more and more:
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for the same Spirit that is an Earnest, and gives us any beginning of a better life, it likewise stirres us up, it fits and prepares us for that state that is kept for us;
for the same Spirit that is an Earnest, and gives us any beginning of a better life, it likewise stirs us up, it fits and prepares us for that state that is kept for us;
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it is impossible it should be otherwise. In what strength the Earnest is, in that strength sanctification and mortification are:
it is impossible it should be otherwise. In what strength the Earnest is, in that strength sanctification and mortification Are:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore persons that live in sins against Conscience, that defile their tongues, and defile their bodies, let them talk what they will, it is but a presumptuous conceit;
and Therefore Persons that live in Sins against Conscience, that defile their tongues, and defile their bodies, let them talk what they will, it is but a presumptuous conceit;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is not the voyce of Gods Spirit, but of carnal presumption:
it is not the voice of God's Spirit, but of carnal presumption:
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Our hearts misgive us, when we are guilty of some sins, as alwaies there is guilt on the soul,
Our hearts misgive us, when we Are guilty of Some Sins, as always there is guilt on the soul,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for wheresoever the Spirit is an Earnest of heaven, it is alwayes preparing and fitting the soul for that glorious & happy estate.
for wheresoever the Spirit is an Earnest of heaven, it is always preparing and fitting the soul for that glorious & happy estate.
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And wheresoever likewise this Earnest of the Spirit is, wheresoever this grace is begun in truth, there is a desire of accomplishment,
And wheresoever likewise this Earnest of the Spirit is, wheresoever this grace is begun in truth, there is a desire of accomplishment,
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an earnest desire of the coming of Christ to finish all, to finish the bargain. Rev. 22. The Spirit and the Spouse say, Come;
an earnest desire of the coming of christ to finish all, to finish the bargain. Rev. 22. The Spirit and the Spouse say, Come;
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that is, the Spouse by direction of the Spirit, where the Spouse is guided by the Spirit;
that is, the Spouse by direction of the Spirit, where the Spouse is guided by the Spirit;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so far as the Spouse is guided by the Spirit, she saith, Come, Come, Lord Jesus, come quickly. Except in two Cases.
and so Far as the Spouse is guided by the Spirit, she Says, Come, Come, Lord jesus, come quickly. Except in two Cases.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Except the Christian hath grieved and wounded his conscience, grieved the Spirit, and then it is loath to go hence.
Except the Christian hath grieved and wounded his conscience, grieved the Spirit, and then it is loath to go hence.
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Unlesse likewise the spirit of a Christian be careless, and would settle things in better order before he go to Christ: Unless likewise the Spirit of a Christian be careless, and would settle things in better order before he go to christ:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for this is the fruit of presumption, and carelesnesse, that it grieves the Spirit of God,
for this is the fruit of presumption, and carelessness, that it grieves the Spirit of God,
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and the Spirit being grieved, grieves them;
and the Spirit being grieved, grieves them;
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he makes that which should be their comfort, their going to Christ by death, he makes it terrible:
he makes that which should be their Comfort, their going to christ by death, he makes it terrible:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for as we see a weak eye cannot endure the light, so a gauled guilty conscience trembles to think of Christs coming, though the Earnest be there;
for as we see a weak eye cannot endure the Light, so a Galled guilty conscience trembles to think of Christ coming, though the Earnest be there;
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yet if the soul tremble, that the soul be wounded, stay a while;
yet if the soul tremble, that the soul be wounded, stay a while;
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Oh stay (saith the Psalmist) before I go hence, and be no more seen. O stay (Says the Psalmist) before I go hence, and be no more seen.
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When the wife hath been negligent, she would have her husband stay; but when she hath been diligent, then the wife is willing her husband should come;
When the wife hath been negligent, she would have her husband stay; but when she hath been diligent, then the wife is willing her husband should come;
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but perhaps things are not settled as they should, and therefore she doth not desire his coming as at other times.
but perhaps things Are not settled as they should, and Therefore she does not desire his coming as At other times.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But take a Christian in his right temper, he is willing to dye; nay, he is willing, and glad, and joyful to go to Christ;
But take a Christian in his right temper, he is willing to die; nay, he is willing, and glad, and joyful to go to christ;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then he knowes the Earnest shall be accomplished with the bargain: then he knowes what God hath begun, he will perfect;
then he knows the Earnest shall be accomplished with the bargain: then he knows what God hath begun, he will perfect;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then he knowes, all the Promises shall be performed, when all imperfection shall be removed,
then he knows, all the Promises shall be performed, when all imperfection shall be removed,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and all enemies shall be conquered, &c. A carnal man doth not say as the Spirit in the Spouse speaks, Come, Lord, come; but stay, Lord, stay:
and all enemies shall be conquered, etc. A carnal man does not say as the Spirit in the Spouse speaks, Come, Lord, come; but stay, Lord, stay:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I say, it stills and quiets the soul, and it will endure the tryal. We say of Alcumy gold, it is counterfeit, it will not strengthen the heart;
I say, it stills and quiets the soul, and it will endure the trial. We say of Alchemy gold, it is counterfeit, it will not strengthen the heart;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and as the Devil that possessed that person, What have we to do with thee? Art thou come to torment us before our time? they think of it with quaking.
and as the devil that possessed that person, What have we to do with thee? Art thou come to torment us before our time? they think of it with quaking.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For otherwise they that have the Earnest of the Spirit, have joyful thoughts of it, and wishes answerable to those thoughts.
For otherwise they that have the Earnest of the Spirit, have joyful thoughts of it, and wishes answerable to those thoughts.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, wheresoever this Earnest is in truth, the Earnest of the Spirit, there is growth;
Again, wheresoever this Earnest is in truth, the Earnest of the Spirit, there is growth;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for it is the nature of things imperfect to come to their perfection, that they may encounter with whatsoever is contrary to them,
for it is the nature of things imperfect to come to their perfection, that they may encounter with whatsoever is contrary to them,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that they may do their functions that they are fitted by for God.
and that they may do their functions that they Are fitted by for God.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now God having fitted the new creature to serve him, and to go through all the impediments in this world,
Now God having fitted the new creature to serve him, and to go through all the impediments in this world,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and all the crosses, where he hath begun this work, it will labour to come to perfection.
and all the Crosses, where he hath begun this work, it will labour to come to perfection.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As in the natural body we are not content to live; but when we have life, we desire health:
As in the natural body we Are not content to live; but when we have life, we desire health:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and when we have health, we are not content with that, but we desire strength; not onely health, but strength to perform that we should do.
and when we have health, we Are not content with that, but we desire strength; not only health, but strength to perform that we should do.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So where the spiritual life is begun, the living soul is not content to live, to find an Earnest, a little beginnings;
So where the spiritual life is begun, the living soul is not content to live, to find an Earnest, a little beginnings;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but if he have that, he would have health, he would not have any spiritual disease to lye on the soul, that might hinder it in the functions of it:
but if he have that, he would have health, he would not have any spiritual disease to lie on the soul, that might hinder it in the functions of it:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and together with health, it desires fuller and fully strength, because it hath many temptations to encounter with, many corruptions to resist, many actions to do, many afflictions perhaps to bear, all which require a great deal of strength:
and together with health, it Desires fuller and Fully strength, Because it hath many temptations to encounter with, many corruptions to resist, many actions to do, many afflictions perhaps to bear, all which require a great deal of strength:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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wheresoever grace is in truth, it is alwayes with a desire of growth, and answerable to that desire will be the use of all the means of growth.
wheresoever grace is in truth, it is always with a desire of growth, and answerable to that desire will be the use of all the means of growth.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, to name one or two more, and so end:
Again, to name one or two more, and so end:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Wheresoever the Spirit is as an Earnest, it doth as the seal doth spoken of before, that as it hath a quieting power,
Wheresoever the Spirit is as an Earnest, it does as the seal does spoken of before, that as it hath a quieting power,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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an assuring power, it quiets the soul, wheresoever it si, it is given to stay the soul, to comfort it, that the whole shall be performed in time:
an assuring power, it quiets the soul, wheresoever it si, it is given to stay the soul, to Comfort it, that the Whole shall be performed in time:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore the soul that hath the Earnest of the Spirit, so far forth as he hath this Earnest, it quiets and stayes the soul.
and Therefore the soul that hath the Earnest of the Spirit, so Far forth as he hath this Earnest, it quiets and stays the soul.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man may know true faith from false, and true Earnest from presumption by this, as we know other things:
A man may know true faith from false, and true Earnest from presumption by this, as we know other things:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now the holy Spirit of God is in the breast of the Father, and the Son,
Now the holy Spirit of God is in the breast of the Father, and the Son,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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true gold hath a corroborating power to strengthen the heart, whether it be so, or no, let the Alcumists look to it:
true gold hath a corroborating power to strengthen the heart, whither it be so, or no, let the Alchemists look to it:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but it is true, that true Eanest, the beginnings of faith, though it be but in a little measure, it hath a quieting, a stilling, a strengthening power, to strengthen and corroborate the soul,
but it is true, that true Eanest, the beginnings of faith, though it be but in a little measure, it hath a quieting, a stilling, a strengthening power, to strengthen and corroborate the soul,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for it is given for that purpose.
for it is given for that purpose.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And a man that hath the least grace will endure the search, as true gold will endure the touchstone, the false will not:
And a man that hath the least grace will endure the search, as true gold will endure the touchstone, the false will not:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and it is a sign that a man hath true grace in him, although it be with much imperfection, that desires to be searched in preaching, hearing, searching Sermons,
and it is a Signen that a man hath true grace in him, although it be with much imperfection, that Desires to be searched in preaching, hearing, searching Sermons,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and desiring to be searched in Conference, and that doubts not his conscience, but would be searched throughly.
and desiring to be searched in Conference, and that doubts not his conscience, but would be searched thoroughly.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When men fret at the searching of their sins, they will not be searched, and are content to go on in presumptuous courses, and think all is well;
When men fret At the searching of their Sins, they will not be searched, and Are content to go on in presumptuous courses, and think all is well;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is a sign there is not so much as an Earnest.
it is a Signen there is not so much as an Earnest.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But not to go farther, that in the Revelation shews the truth of a little grace:
But not to go farther, that in the Revelation shows the truth of a little grace:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what saith he? Thou hast a little strength: what doth that little strength move the Church of Philadelphia to do? Thou hast kept my Word,
what Says he? Thou hast a little strength: what does that little strength move the Church of Philadelphia to do? Thou hast kept my Word,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and hast not denyed my Name. and hast not denied my Name.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Where there is a little strength, there will be a keeping of the Word in obedience, a keeping of it in conversation:
Where there is a little strength, there will be a keeping of the Word in Obedience, a keeping of it in Conversation:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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where is not a regard to Gods Word, a moulding of the soul into it in obedience of it, there is not so much as a little strength of grace;
where is not a regard to God's Word, a moulding of the soul into it in Obedience of it, there is not so much as a little strength of grace;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore those that live in rebellious courses, have not so much as an Earnest to them:
and Therefore those that live in rebellious courses, have not so much as an Earnest to them:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet, Thou hast kept my Word, and withal, thou hast not denyed my Name.
yet, Thou hast kept my Word, and withal, thou hast not denied my Name.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Where a little strength is, there they will not deny Christs Name, they will hold out in the profession of the truth,
Where a little strength is, there they will not deny Christ Name, they will hold out in the profession of the truth,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and confesse it if occasion serve:
and confess it if occasion serve:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore where any are slight in their profession, that give in if they be ready to dash upon any displeasure of any one:
and Therefore where any Are slight in their profession, that give in if they be ready to dash upon any displeasure of any one:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if they be to venture their estates or so, then they are ashamed of Christ, and that profession which they took upon them;
if they be to venture their estates or so, then they Are ashamed of christ, and that profession which they took upon them;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they deny his Name, at least they do not own it, they have not so much as a little strength, if they do not recover:
they deny his Name, At lest they do not own it, they have not so much as a little strength, if they do not recover:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Peter was in such a temptation, but he recovered his strength, and got more strength, and a firm standing upon it;Peter was in such a temptation, but he recovered his strength, and god more strength, and a firm standing upon it;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the shaking of Peter was for the rooting of him.
the shaking of Peter was for the rooting of him.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So God to shame his children, suffers them sometimes to have dastardly spirits, but they recover themselves, they are ashamed of it;
So God to shame his children, suffers them sometime to have dastardly spirits, but they recover themselves, they Are ashamed of it;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but those that are common Politicians in this kind, that will not stand out in a good cause to maintain their truth and profession,
but those that Are Common Politicians in this kind, that will not stand out in a good cause to maintain their truth and profession,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when God thrusts his cause into their hands, specially at such times when God saith to them, Who is on my side? who? now is the time to appear then;
when God thrusts his cause into their hands, specially At such times when God Says to them, Who is on my side? who? now is the time to appear then;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if they have not a word for God, they will not own the quarrel and cause of God,
if they have not a word for God, they will not own the quarrel and cause of God,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Religion, they have not a little strength;
and Religion, they have not a little strength;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for they that have a little strength here, keep the Word, and have not denyed the Name.
for they that have a little strength Here, keep the Word, and have not denied the Name.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Those therefore that can fashion themselves to all Religions, to all companies, they will have a Religion mutable and flexible to their occasions:
Those Therefore that can fashion themselves to all Religions, to all companies, they will have a Religion mutable and flexible to their occasions:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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where is the Earnest of the Spirit? the Spirit as much as he is, is strong and vigorous, and powerful;
where is the Earnest of the Spirit? the Spirit as much as he is, is strong and vigorous, and powerful;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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these men have not so much as a little strength, that are as water which is fashioned to the vessel it is in,
these men have not so much as a little strength, that Are as water which is fashioned to the vessel it is in,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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like to the Samaritans, (as Joseph the Historian of the Jews writes of them,) When the Jewes prospered, oh then they would be Jewes;
like to the Samaritans, (as Joseph the Historian of the jews writes of them,) When the Jews prospered, o then they would be Jews;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when the Jewes had ill successe, then they were great enemies to the Jewes: so you have many that are no friends to the afflicted, to the disgraced truth;
when the Jews had ill success, then they were great enemies to the Jews: so you have many that Are no Friends to the afflicted, to the disgraced truth;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but as long as the Cause of Religion is carried out with the Countenance of the State, with the favour of great ones,
but as long as the Cause of Religion is carried out with the Countenance of the State, with the favour of great ones,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so far they will own it;
so Far they will own it;
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but if Christ once comes to be abased, they will not know Christ, nor his Cause.
but if christ once comes to be abased, they will not know christ, nor his Cause.
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I beseech you, let us take notice of it, it is a sign there is no grace at all, where there is such an habitual disposition without shame or grief, or repentance;
I beseech you, let us take notice of it, it is a Signen there is no grace At all, where there is such an habitual disposition without shame or grief, or Repentance;
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for Gods children sometimes may be overtaken with a spirit of dastardlinesse, which afflicts them sore afterwards, that they gather more strength.
for God's children sometime may be overtaken with a Spirit of dastardliness, which afflicts them soar afterwards, that they gather more strength.
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A man may know if he be Gods child in such a state;
A man may know if he be God's child in such a state;
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for it is universally true, Gods children are never overtaken with a spirit of cowardlinesse and fear,
for it is universally true, God's children Are never overtaken with a Spirit of cowardliness and Fear,
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but they regain it, and grow more strong upon it;
but they regain it, and grow more strong upon it;
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as we see in Cranmer and others, God purposeth sometimes to let them see what they are in themselves without his support and strength;
as we see in Cranmer and Others, God Purposes sometime to let them see what they Are in themselves without his support and strength;
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but afterwards they gather new resolutions, new purposes to stick firmer to the truth then ere before.
but afterwards they gather new resolutions, new Purposes to stick firmer to the truth then ere before.
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I might adde many other things; but I go on to that which followes.
I might add many other things; but I go on to that which follows.
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You see here now how we may try, if we have any true Earnest in us at all, or no.
You see Here now how we may try, if we have any true Earnest in us At all, or no.
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Now I beseech you, let us labour to have this Earnest, (if we have it not) to have this assurance especially, let me desire those of the younger sort to labour to have the seal of this Spirit,
Now I beseech you, let us labour to have this Earnest, (if we have it not) to have this assurance especially, let me desire those of the younger sort to labour to have the seal of this Spirit,
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and the Earnest before they be further and further engaged into the world, and before they be so hardened that they will not receive a contrary stamp to their corruptions.
and the Earnest before they be further and further engaged into the world, and before they be so hardened that they will not receive a contrary stamp to their corruptions.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is a wondrous advantage that Gentlemen, and others that are young, before the world hath soiled them,
It is a wondrous advantage that Gentlemen, and Others that Are young, before the world hath soiled them,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and before their understandings be darkened, and their affections are crooked, and carried away much with the stream and errours of the time, they have much advantage above others;
and before their understandings be darkened, and their affections Are crooked, and carried away much with the stream and errors of the time, they have much advantage above Others;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for they have spirits fitter for grace, fitter to receive the impression of this seal of the Spirit, & fitter for the Earnest.
for they have spirits fitter for grace, fitter to receive the impression of this seal of the Spirit, & fitter for the Earnest.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us labour for this Earnest betimes:
Let us labour for this Earnest betimes:
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what a comfortable thing will it be to carry along with the Earnest an assurance of a better estate from our youth to our age;
what a comfortable thing will it be to carry along with the Earnest an assurance of a better estate from our youth to our age;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and from our age, to our old age, and so to heaven with us? what a deal of comfort do young ones deprive and rob themselves of, that will not be gracious betimes? Let us labour to have the stamp of the Spirit set on us in our prime time, in the strength of our years.
and from our age, to our old age, and so to heaven with us? what a deal of Comfort do young ones deprive and rob themselves of, that will not be gracious betimes? Let us labour to have the stamp of the Spirit Set on us in our prime time, in the strength of our Years.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But I will presse the Point, if the time will give leave, afterwards.
But I will press the Point, if the time will give leave, afterwards.
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Now we must know, that God gives this Earnest not for himself, but for us, to secure us:
Now we must know, that God gives this Earnest not for himself, but for us, to secure us:
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and that is one reason why it is called an Earnest.
and that is one reason why it is called an Earnest.
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There is besides bargaining another state and condition that Earnest is applyed unto, which perhaps the Apostle aimes at, as marriage:
There is beside bargaining Another state and condition that Earnest is applied unto, which perhaps the Apostle aims At, as marriage:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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whatsoever was before the Consummation of the marriage, was a kind of Arrah, a kind of Earnest, to assure the affection of the contracted person and persons that loved one another, till the Consummation of the marriage.
whatsoever was before the Consummation of the marriage, was a kind of Arrah, a kind of Earnest, to assure the affection of the contracted person and Persons that loved one Another, till the Consummation of the marriage.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and he knowes our spirits better then we know our own spirits; he searcheth, he is a searcher, as the word is in the original:
and he knows our spirits better then we know our own spirits; he Searches, he is a searcher, as the word is in the original:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So Christ now contracts us on the earth, and having love to us, and taking our Nature on him, that he might woo us in our own flesh,
So christ now contracts us on the earth, and having love to us, and taking our Nature on him, that he might woo us in our own Flesh,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and in our own nature, taking upon him the Earnest of our flesh, he gives us the Earnest of his Spirit:
and in our own nature, taking upon him the Earnest of our Flesh, he gives us the Earnest of his Spirit:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to assure us tha• … he loves us, and that he means to make up the bargain afterwards, he sends us love-tokens, graces, and comfort, and joy.
and to assure us tha• … he loves us, and that he means to make up the bargain afterwards, he sends us love-tokens, graces, and Comfort, and joy.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Even as Isaac when he was to marry Rebecca, he sent by his servants Bracelets and Jewels,
Even as Isaac when he was to marry Rebecca, he sent by his Servants Bracelets and Jewels,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and such things, to secure her of his love.
and such things, to secure her of his love.
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So Christ in heaven intending the consummation of the Match, he sends us here graces and comforts of the Spirit, and all to secure us;
So christ in heaven intending the consummation of the Match, he sends us hear graces and comforts of the Spirit, and all to secure us;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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all is for us, (I say) which I observe the rather, because I would raise your hearts to hate unbelief and distrust exceedingly,
all is for us, (I say) which I observe the rather, Because I would raise your hearts to hate unbelief and distrust exceedingly,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because God labours to undermine it by all means possible. Wherefore doth he use so many terms here, of Sealing, Anointing, and Earnest, with words,
Because God labours to undermine it by all means possible. Wherefore does he use so many terms Here, of Sealing, Anointing, and Earnest, with words,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Sacraments, and all whatsoever may confirm you? The Holy Ghost applyes it to us;
and Sacraments, and all whatsoever may confirm you? The Holy Ghost Applies it to us;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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all this is that we may not doubt of the favour of God:
all this is that we may not doubt of the favour of God:
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and therefore when we find any goodnesse in us, let us accompt that to give false witnesse against our selves is a horrible sin;
and Therefore when we find any Goodness in us, let us account that to give false witness against our selves is a horrible since;
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it is to make God a liar. God stands upon his credit;
it is to make God a liar. God Stands upon his credit;
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and therefore take heed what we say, (specially if we have found the work of grace in former time, any Earnest,) that we have no grace;
and Therefore take heed what we say, (specially if we have found the work of grace in former time, any Earnest,) that we have no grace;
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God doth this for our assurance:
God does this for our assurance:
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all his dealing of Word and Sacraments, of Earnest and Oath, and all that may be to assure us;
all his dealing of Word and Sacraments, of Earnest and Oath, and all that may be to assure us;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore we should not crosse the goodnesse of God, so as to cherish such a disposition as is most contrary to him, that he labours to undermine by all means.
and Therefore we should not cross the Goodness of God, so as to cherish such a disposition as is most contrary to him, that he labours to undermine by all means.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore here is the poyson of Popish Religion, that it maintaines doubting, and leaves men doubting:
And Therefore Here is the poison of Popish Religion, that it maintains doubting, and leaves men doubting:
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indeed they do well to maintain it in their Doctrine, for indeed they false found a man upon satisfaction, they false found him upon Purgatory and merits,
indeed they do well to maintain it in their Doctrine, for indeed they false found a man upon satisfaction, they false found him upon Purgatory and merits,
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and the foundation they have of a Christian soul is uncertain, and therefore they may well teach doubting, it suits with the course that they take:
and the Foundation they have of a Christian soul is uncertain, and Therefore they may well teach doubting, it suits with the course that they take:
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but I say, it is very corrupt, for God useth all means that we should not doubt:
but I say, it is very corrupt, for God uses all means that we should not doubt:
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and therefore it is idly objected, God for his part will, but for our part we have reason to doubt why he in all things stoops to us, he labours to secure us;
and Therefore it is idly objected, God for his part will, but for our part we have reason to doubt why he in all things stoops to us, he labours to secure us;
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and therefore in the Covenant of grace he doth his part and ours too. But I hasten to that which followes, because I would end with the time.
and Therefore in the Covenant of grace he does his part and ours too. But I hasten to that which follows, Because I would end with the time.
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To touch that a little distinctly by it self, that the Spirit doth all, the Earnest of the Spirit:
To touch that a little distinctly by it self, that the Spirit does all, the Earnest of the Spirit:
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for indeed, though Spirit be not added to stablishing, yet the Spirit stablisheth by Christ,
for indeed, though Spirit be not added to establishing, yet the Spirit stablisheth by christ,
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and the Spirit it anoints, and the Spirit seales to the day of redemption, and the Earnest of the Spirit.
and the Spirit it anoints, and the Spirit Seals to the day of redemption, and the Earnest of the Spirit.
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So it is the Holy Ghost doth all, here you have the three Persons in the Trinity, we have three grand Enemies, the world, the flesh, and Satan.
So it is the Holy Ghost does all, Here you have the three Persons in the Trinity, we have three grand Enemies, the world, the Flesh, and Satan.
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Now here are the three persons in the Trinity stronger then all our enemies; He which stablisheth us, is God the Father by his Spirit:
Now Here Are the three Persons in the Trinity Stronger then all our enemies; He which stablisheth us, is God the Father by his Spirit:
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upon whom? upon Christ, • … n Christ, and gives us the Earnest of his Spirit;
upon whom? upon christ, • … n christ, and gives us the Earnest of his Spirit;
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you have, I say, the three Persons of the Trinity here:
you have, I say, the three Persons of the Trinity Here:
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but why doth the Spirit give us the Earnest? why doth the Spirit give us grace and comfort, seal us,
but why does the Spirit give us the Earnest? why does the Spirit give us grace and Comfort, seal us,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and doth all, and stablisheth us? I answer; First of all, because now since the fall we have no principles of supernatural good,
and does all, and stablisheth us? I answer; First of all, Because now since the fallen we have no principles of supernatural good,
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and therefore it must be a principle above our nature to work both grace and comforts in our barren hearts.
and Therefore it must be a principle above our nature to work both grace and comforts in our barren hearts.
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Again, as there is no principle to that which is supernaturally good, so there is opposition to that which is supernaturally good;
Again, as there is no principle to that which is supernaturally good, so there is opposition to that which is supernaturally good;
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and therefore there must be somewhat to overpower the corruption of our nature.
and Therefore there must be somewhat to overpower the corruption of our nature.
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But why the Spirit, rather then the Father and the Son? He comes from both,
But why the Spirit, rather then the Father and the Son? He comes from both,
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and proceeding from both he is fit to witnesse the love of both;
and proceeding from both he is fit to witness the love of both;
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for the Holy Ghost is in the breast of the Father and the Son, and proceeds from both,
for the Holy Ghost is in the breast of the Father and the Son, and proceeds from both,
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and he knowes the secret love of the Father to us, and the love of Christ Jesus Mediatour to us.
and he knows the secret love of the Father to us, and the love of christ jesus Mediator to us.
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Now the Spirit knowing the secrets of God, as a mans spirit (saith the Apostle) knowes his own secrets, he knowes his love,
Now the Spirit knowing the secrets of God, as a men Spirit (Says the Apostle) knows his own secrets, he knows his love,
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and he knowes whom he loves:
and he knows whom he loves:
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and the grace and Comfort of a Christian it is with much conflict and temptation, not onely with Satan, but with his own heart.
and the grace and Comfort of a Christian it is with much conflict and temptation, not only with Satan, but with his own heart.
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So the Spirit of God knowing the affection of the Father, and the affection of Jesus Christ to us, is fit to be an Earnest, fit to be a Seal.
So the Spirit of God knowing the affection of the Father, and the affection of jesus christ to us, is fit to be an Earnest, fit to be a Seal.
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Indeed all things are wrought by the Spirit in grace for application;
Indeed all things Are wrought by the Spirit in grace for application;
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the desert is from the Son, originally from the Father, but in regard of application of what is wrought by the Son, all is by the Holy Ghost;
the desert is from the Son, originally from the Father, but in regard of application of what is wrought by the Son, all is by the Holy Ghost;
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both graces and comforts the Holy Ghost takes from Christ:
both graces and comforts the Holy Ghost Takes from christ:
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for if grace be wrought, it is with divine reasons from the love of God in Christ:
for if grace be wrought, it is with divine Reasons from the love of God in christ:
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if grace he wrought, it is from the wondrous love of God reconciled in Christ, wherein heaven is opened, hell is vanquished;
if grace he wrought, it is from the wondrous love of God reconciled in christ, wherein heaven is opened, hell is vanquished;
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it is by reasons fetched from Christ;
it is by Reasons fetched from christ;
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and so he takes of mine, (as Christ saith,) He shall take of mine, and give to you:
and so he Takes of mine, (as christ Says,) He shall take of mine, and give to you:
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he takes reasons from Christ the holy Ghost, whereby he makes all, the application is altogether by the Spirit.
he Takes Reasons from christ the holy Ghost, whereby he makes all, the application is altogether by the Spirit.
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And it must be by the Spirit again, because the Spirit of God, and no lesse then the Spirit can quiet our spirits:
And it must be by the Spirit again, Because the Spirit of God, and no less then the Spirit can quiet our spirits:
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for when the soul is distempered, it is like a distempered lock that no key can open:
for when the soul is distempered, it is like a distempered lock that no key can open:
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So when the Conscience is troubled, what creature can settle the troubled Conscience? can open the ambages of a troubled Conscience in such perplexity and confusion? and therefore to settle the troubled Conscience aright, it must be somewhat above Conscience;
So when the Conscience is troubled, what creature can settle the troubled Conscience? can open the ambages of a troubled Conscience in such perplexity and confusion? and Therefore to settle the troubled Conscience aright, it must be somewhat above Conscience;
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and that which must quiet the Spirit, must be such a Spirit as is above our spirits:
and that which must quiet the Spirit, must be such a Spirit as is above our spirits:
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This is excellently set down in this Epistle, in the 3. Chap. the work of the holy Ghost in this kind.
This is excellently Set down in this Epistle, in the 3. Chap. the work of the holy Ghost in this kind.
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But I cannot stand upon it now at this time. I go on. Likewise in the first Epistle to the Corinthians, the second Chapter, and 11. ver.
But I cannot stand upon it now At this time. I go on. Likewise in the First Epistle to the Corinthians, the second Chapter, and 11. ver.
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that one place shall stand in stead of all:
that one place shall stand in stead of all:
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What man knowes the things of a man, but the spirit of a man that is in him? So the things of God no man knowes but the Spirit. What man knows the things of a man, but the Spirit of a man that is in him? So the things of God no man knows but the Spirit.
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Now, We have received the spirit, not of the world, but the Spirit of God, to know the things that are freely given us of God:
Now, We have received the Spirit, not of the world, but the Spirit of God, to know the things that Are freely given us of God:
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if our spirits were in the heart and soul of another man, in the breast of another man, we should know what another man thinks:
if our spirits were in the heart and soul of Another man, in the breast of Another man, we should know what Another man thinks:
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if a man had a spirit in another mans spirit, surely he would know all his thoughts and all his affections.
if a man had a Spirit in Another men Spirit, surely he would know all his thoughts and all his affections.
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the Spirit is a searcher, he searcheth our own hearts, and he searcheth the secret love of God to us, that is the Spirit must stablish us.
the Spirit is a searcher, he Searches our own hearts, and he Searches the secret love of God to us, that is the Spirit must establish us.
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Well then, if the Spirit doth all, how shall we know then that we have this Spirit? A note or two, and so go on.
Well then, if the Spirit does all, how shall we know then that we have this Spirit? A note or two, and so go on.
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If we have this Spirit of God to seal us, and to be an Earnest: I will not speak all that may be, but a little;
If we have this Spirit of God to seal us, and to be an Earnest: I will not speak all that may be, but a little;
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for indeed all comes from the Spirit.
for indeed all comes from the Spirit.
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Even as in our souls, how may a man know that he hath a soul? by living and moving, by actions vital, &c. So we may know a man hath the Spirit of God by those actions that come onely from the Spirit, which is to the soul, Even as in our Souls, how may a man know that he hath a soul? by living and moving, by actions vital, etc. So we may know a man hath the Spirit of God by those actions that come only from the Spirit, which is to the soul,
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as the soul is in the body:
as the soul is in the body:
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for as all beauty and motion comes from the soul to the body, so to the soul from the Spirit, all comes of the Spirit,
for as all beauty and motion comes from the soul to the body, so to the soul from the Spirit, all comes of the Spirit,
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and therefore every saving grace is a sign that the Spirit is in us.
and Therefore every Saving grace is a Signen that the Spirit is in us.
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In a word, the Spirit is in us in the nature of fire, as in other things, so in this in transforming;
In a word, the Spirit is in us in the nature of fire, as in other things, so in this in transforming;
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wheresoever the Spirit dwells, he transforms the soul, he transforms the party like himself holy and gracious.
wheresoever the Spirit dwells, he transforms the soul, he transforms the party like himself holy and gracious.
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Those therefore that find the Spirit transforming and changing them in the use of the Ordinance of the Word, they may know that they have the Spirit sealing them,
Those Therefore that find the Spirit transforming and changing them in the use of the Ordinance of the Word, they may know that they have the Spirit sealing them,
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and being an Earnest to them.
and being an Earnest to them.
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They may know likewise, that they have it wrought by the Spirit, for every one grace, you may knowspiritual graces are with conflict:
They may know likewise, that they have it wrought by the Spirit, for every one grace, you may knowspiritual graces Are with conflict:
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for what is true, is with a great deal of resistance of that which is counterfeit.
for what is true, is with a great deal of resistance of that which is counterfeit.
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Comforts and graces that are not the Earnest of the Spirit, are with little conflict:
Comforts and graces that Are not the Earnest of the Spirit, Are with little conflict:
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but where there are true comforts and graces of the Spirit wrought by the Spirit, it is with much conflict with Satan and with himself:
but where there Are true comforts and graces of the Spirit wrought by the Spirit, it is with much conflict with Satan and with himself:
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for there is a great deal of Envy in the Divell against the man that walkes in the Spirit.
for there is a great deal of Envy in the devil against the man that walks in the Spirit.
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Thinks he, what such a base creature as this is to have the Earnest of heaven, to walk here as if he were in heaven already,
Thinks he, what such a base creature as this is to have the Earnest of heaven, to walk Here as if he were in heaven already,
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and to defie all opposite powers? Nay, I will trouble his peace, he shall go mourning to heaven, if he go there:
and to defy all opposite Powers? Nay, I will trouble his peace, he shall go mourning to heaven, if he go there:
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this is the reasoning of the cursed spirit, and hereupon he labours to shake the assurance and perswasion;
this is the reasoning of the cursed Spirit, and hereupon he labours to shake the assurance and persuasion;
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so much guilt, so much doubt; till the soul be free from giult, it wil never but be casting of doubts:
so much guilt, so much doubt; till the soul be free from giult, it will never but be casting of doubts:
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and therefore there is alwaies resistance in us, and there must be a higher power then the heart and soul of a man to set the heart down and quiet it: It is alwaies in conflict.
and Therefore there is always resistance in us, and there must be a higher power then the heart and soul of a man to Set the heart down and quiet it: It is always in conflict.
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And the gracet and comforts of the Spirit wrought by the Spirit, are alwaies in the use of meanes, holy means;
And the gracet and comforts of the Spirit wrought by the Spirit, Are always in the use of means, holy means;
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and it carries a man above the strength of nature, it carries a man to the practice of that which he could not do by nature, to pardon his enemies, to pray for them, to overcome revenge,
and it carries a man above the strength of nature, it carries a man to the practice of that which he could not do by nature, to pardon his enemies, to pray for them, to overcome revenge,
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and to enjoy prosperity without pride in a comfortable measure:
and to enjoy Prosperity without pride in a comfortable measure:
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and it enables him to practise the last Comandement, That he shall be content with his estate, and not lust after others: and the first Comandement;
and it enables him to practise the last Commandment, That he shall be content with his estate, and not lust After Others: and the First Commandment;
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the graces of the holy Spirit enables a man to love God, and to rejoyce in him above all as his best portion, it makes his joy spiritual,
the graces of the holy Spirit enables a man to love God, and to rejoice in him above all as his best portion, it makes his joy spiritual,
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and it makes him delight in all connatural things that are like the Spirit; as whatsoever is spiritual, is connatural to the Spirit.
and it makes him delight in all connatural things that Are like the Spirit; as whatsoever is spiritual, is connatural to the Spirit.
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If a man have the graces of the Spirit, he joyes in spiritual company, he joyes in the presence of God, he hates sin as being contrary to the Earnest of the Spirit, he hates terrour of conscience,
If a man have the graces of the Spirit, he Joys in spiritual company, he Joys in the presence of God, he hates since as being contrary to the Earnest of the Spirit, he hates terror of conscience,
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and the way unto it, he will look on good things, as God lookes on them,
and the Way unto it, he will look on good things, as God looks on them,
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and as the Spirit looks on them, and every thing that is spiritual he relisheth, he savours the things of the Spirit.
and as the Spirit looks on them, and every thing that is spiritual he relisheth, he savours the things of the Spirit.
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Now be cause I will not detract your thoughts, there are some six or seven properties of the Spirit, in one Chapter, that you may have them all together, in Rom. 8. I will not name all, but such as are easie.
Now be cause I will not detract your thoughts, there Are Some six or seven properties of the Spirit, in one Chapter, that you may have them all together, in Rom. 8. I will not name all, but such as Are easy.
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First of all, it is said in the 9. ver. that the Spirit where it is, it dwells as in a house:
First of all, it is said in the 9. ver. that the Spirit where it is, it dwells as in a house:
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now wheresoeve the Spirit is, he is dwelling and ruling;
now wheresoeve the Spirit is, he is Dwelling and ruling;
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for the holy Ghost will not be an underling to lusts, and he repaires and makes up the breaches of the soul;
for the holy Ghost will not be an underling to Lustiest, and he repairs and makes up the Breaches of the soul;
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where the Spirit dwells, all the breaches are made up. Ignorance to knowledge, he begets knowledge, and affection, and love:
where the Spirit dwells, all the Breaches Are made up. Ignorance to knowledge, he begets knowledge, and affection, and love:
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he prepares all, he prepares his own dwelling, and it is familiar and constant to the Spirit;
he prepares all, he prepares his own Dwelling, and it is familiar and constant to the Spirit;
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a dwelling implyes familiarity and constancy; he is not in us; as he is in wicked men that have the Spirit;
a Dwelling Implies familiarity and constancy; he is not in us; as he is in wicked men that have the Spirit;
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As Austin saith, The Spirit of God knocks at their hearts, but he doth not dwell there.
As Austin Says, The Spirit of God knocks At their hearts, but he does not dwell there.
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To go on, that is the first: The Spirit dwells in us, if we have the Spirit.
To go on, that is the First: The Spirit dwells in us, if we have the Spirit.
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And then the Spirit doth subdue the contrary; And then the Spirit does subdue the contrary;
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for the Spirit, when it comes into a man, it pulls down all the strong holds, it makes way for it self:
for the Spirit, when it comes into a man, it pulls down all the strong holds, it makes Way for it self:
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and therefore it is said to mortifie the deeds of the flesh, ver. 13. If you mortifie the deeds of the flesh by the Spirit, you are led by the Spirit.
and Therefore it is said to mortify the Deeds of the Flesh, ver. 13. If you mortify the Deeds of the Flesh by the Spirit, you Are led by the Spirit.
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Those therefore that by the help of the Spirit, by spiritual reasons, subdue their corruptions, they are led by the Spirit:
Those Therefore that by the help of the Spirit, by spiritual Reasons, subdue their corruptions, they Are led by the Spirit:
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those that cherish corruptions, or mortifie them, not by spiritual reasons, but out of civil respect to carry authority among men,
those that cherish corruptions, or mortify them, not by spiritual Reasons, but out of civil respect to carry Authority among men,
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and therefore they would be free from aspersions, as might disable their reputation, they have not the Spirit.
and Therefore they would be free from Aspersions, as might disable their reputation, they have not the Spirit.
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Thirdly, as many as are led by the Spirit, are the sons of God;
Thirdly, as many as Are led by the Spirit, Are the Sons of God;
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the Spirit leads them as the Angel that went before the Israelites, from Egypt unto Canaan: so the Spirit of God like the Angel goes before us,
the Spirit leads them as the Angel that went before the Israelites, from Egypt unto Canaan: so the Spirit of God like the Angel Goes before us,
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and leads us the way, and removes the lets:
and leads us the Way, and removes the lets:
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it doth lead us (I say) sweetly, and not violently, as the Devil leads his, that are possessed with his spirit:
it does led us (I say) sweetly, and not violently, as the devil leads his, that Are possessed with his Spirit:
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So that those that have the Spirit working grace and comfort in them, sweetly he leads them, and yet strongly too;
So that those that have the Spirit working grace and Comfort in them, sweetly he leads them, and yet strongly too;
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for it is strongly, because it is against corruption and opposition from without; but yet sweetly, preserving the liberty and freedom of the soul.
for it is strongly, Because it is against corruption and opposition from without; but yet sweetly, preserving the liberty and freedom of the soul.
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We by nature are like children, or blind men, we cannot lead our selves, and therefore the Spirit leads us.
We by nature Are like children, or blind men, we cannot led our selves, and Therefore the Spirit leads us.
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Those therefore that have the Spirit, it leads them, they submit themselves to the guidance and leading of the Spirit: That is another evidence.
Those Therefore that have the Spirit, it leads them, they submit themselves to the guidance and leading of the Spirit: That is Another evidence.
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A fourth is this, That it is a Spirit of adoption; it assures us that we are the sons of God:
A fourth is this, That it is a Spirit of adoption; it assures us that we Are the Sons of God:
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it gives us assurance of our adoption, that we are the sons of God; the same Spirit that sanctifieth us, it witnesseth to us, it makes us holy;
it gives us assurance of our adoption, that we Are the Sons of God; the same Spirit that Sanctifieth us, it Witnesseth to us, it makes us holy;
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it witnesseth to us that we are the sons of God.
it Witnesseth to us that we Are the Sons of God.
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And then again, the Spirit stirres up sighs and groans that cannot be expressed, when we are not of our selves able to pray:
And then again, the Spirit stirs up sighs and groans that cannot be expressed, when we Are not of our selves able to pray:
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this is an evidence of the Earnest of the Spirit, when we can send our sighes and groans to God:
this is an evidence of the Earnest of the Spirit, when we can send our sighs and groans to God:
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I say, God will hear the groans, the voice of his own Spirits;
I say, God will hear the groans, the voice of his own Spirits;
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for whence come those sighes and groanes to God? why should we not rather sink in despair in troubles,
for whence come those sighs and groans to God? why should we not rather sink in despair in Troubles,
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but because the Spirit is in us? Those therefoore that in extremity having nothing to comfort them,
but Because the Spirit is in us? Those therefoore that in extremity having nothing to Comfort them,
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and yet are able to send forth sighes and groans to God, they may certainly know that they have the Spirit.
and yet Are able to send forth sighs and groans to God, they may Certainly know that they have the Spirit.
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And likewise the Spirit makes us mourn, and wait for the adoption of the sons of God;
And likewise the Spirit makes us mourn, and wait for the adoption of the Sons of God;
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those that mourn and wait, have the Evidence of the Spirit: for a worldling doth not mourn for his imperfections, for his corruptions;
those that mourn and wait, have the Evidence of the Spirit: for a worldling does not mourn for his imperfections, for his corruptions;
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he doth not mourn that he is absent from his Saviour, neither doth he wait for the accomplishment of that that shall be bestowed on Saints,
he does not mourn that he is absent from his Saviour, neither does he wait for the accomplishment of that that shall be bestowed on Saints,
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because he hath his portion here:
Because he hath his portion Here:
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therefore those that can mourn for their corruptions, for those things which the world is not able to tax them for,
Therefore those that can mourn for their corruptions, for those things which the world is not able to Tax them for,
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because they cannot serve God with enlargement of the Spirit as they would, and they wait also without despair,
Because they cannot serve God with enlargement of the Spirit as they would, and they wait also without despair,
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or without discouragement, till God have finished their course, they are led with a better Spirit then the world.
or without discouragement, till God have finished their course, they Are led with a better Spirit then the world.
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Though I should name no more, what a many sweet evidences are here to manifest a soul truly acted,
Though I should name no more, what a many sweet evidences Are Here to manifest a soul truly acted,
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and guided, and led by the Spirit? but these shall be sufficient for this time.
and guided, and led by the Spirit? but these shall be sufficient for this time.
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Well then, if the Spirit doth all, if the Spirit anoint and seal, and give Earnest of grace,
Well then, if the Spirit does all, if the Spirit anoint and seal, and give Earnest of grace,
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and comfort and all, till he bring us to heaven, being Christs Vicar; for Christ hath no other Vicar on earth but his Spirit;
and Comfort and all, till he bring us to heaven, being Christ Vicar; for christ hath no other Vicar on earth but his Spirit;
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if the Spirit doth all, as indeed he doth all for God to us, and from us to God;
if the Spirit does all, as indeed he does all for God to us, and from us to God;
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whatsoever God doth to us it is by the Spirit:
whatsoever God does to us it is by the Spirit:
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he anoints, and seals, and sanctifieth by the Spirit, and whatsoever we do to God, it is by the Spirit,
he anoints, and Seals, and Sanctifieth by the Spirit, and whatsoever we do to God, it is by the Spirit,
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or else it is not acceptable:
or Else it is not acceptable:
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we sigh and groan in the Spirit, we pray in the holy Ghost (saith Jude,) and that God doth to us immediately from the Spirit,
we sighs and groan in the Spirit, we pray in the holy Ghost (Says U^de,) and that God does to us immediately from the Spirit,
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and all that we do to God, is in the Spirit.
and all that we do to God, is in the Spirit.
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or afterwards by coming, and telling them their sin to their face, and by being severe,
or afterwards by coming, and telling them their since to their face, and by being severe,
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Is this so, then as it an undoubted truth, oh then we should labour by all meanes for this Spirit of God.
Is this so, then as it an undoubted truth, o then we should labour by all means for this Spirit of God.
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To give some directions in a word, and so to end. Labour (I say) to have the Spirit, and to groan in the Spirit:
To give Some directions in a word, and so to end. Labour (I say) to have the Spirit, and to groan in the Spirit:
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and to this end, because the Word is the Chariot of the Spirit, in which the Spirit is carried, attend upon the Ordinances of God,
and to this end, Because the Word is the Chariot of the Spirit, in which the Spirit is carried, attend upon the Ordinances of God,
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and use all kind of spiritual meanes, wherein the Spirit is usually effectual: for the Spirit will onely work with his own means:
and use all kind of spiritual means, wherein the Spirit is usually effectual: for the Spirit will only work with his own means:
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all those bastard inventions and devices fetched from the Church of Rome, humane devices in Gods service, they are naught;
all those bastard Inventions and devices fetched from the Church of Rome, humane devices in God's service, they Are nought;
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Gods Spirit will not be effectual with Popish devices: and therefore Rome is the habitation of Devils;
God's Spirit will not be effectual with Popish devices: and Therefore Room is the habitation of Devils;
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Gods Spirit hath nothing to do there, because they have set up a worship contrary to Gods worship, they have set up a Covenant contrary to Christs Covenant, they have set up the Covenant of Works,
God's Spirit hath nothing to do there, Because they have Set up a worship contrary to God's worship, they have Set up a Covenant contrary to Christ Covenant, they have Set up the Covenant of Works,
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and deny, in a manner, a Covenant of Grace: Christ is not taught as he should be there.
and deny, in a manner, a Covenant of Grace: christ is not taught as he should be there.
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Now, wheresoever the Spirit is, it is with the clear teaching of the Gospel:
Now, wheresoever the Spirit is, it is with the clear teaching of the Gospel:
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Received you the Spirit by hearing of the Law, or of faith preached? Therefore let us attend upon the unfolding of Christ Jesus in the Gospel;Received you the Spirit by hearing of the Law, or of faith preached? Therefore let us attend upon the unfolding of christ jesus in the Gospel;
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for the Spirit is given with a clear and true unfolding of Christ: and omit no spiritual means, wherein the Spirit is effectual, as meditation, reading, &c.
for the Spirit is given with a clear and true unfolding of christ: and omit no spiritual means, wherein the Spirit is effectual, as meditation, reading, etc.
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For as a man working in a garden, though he think not of it, perhaps he drawes a sweet sent of the flowers, there is a tincture from the ayr that is round about him.
For as a man working in a garden, though he think not of it, perhaps he draws a sweet sent of the flowers, there is a tincture from the air that is round about him.
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So the Word of God being indited by the Spirit of God, we being in holy company, being led by the same Spirit, a man shall either by reading of the Word,
So the Word of God being Indited by the Spirit of God, we being in holy company, being led by the same Spirit, a man shall either by reading of the Word,
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or in holy company, or conversing in good books, he shall draw a spiritual sweetnesse from the Word,
or in holy company, or conversing in good books, he shall draw a spiritual sweetness from the Word,
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or from those that he hath to deal with. The spirit of a man is like water that runs from Minerals;
or from those that he hath to deal with. The Spirit of a man is like water that runs from Minerals;
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as we see bathes have their warmth from Minerals that they run through, they have a tincture from them to be hot in this or that degree, in this or that quality.
as we see baths have their warmth from Minerals that they run through, they have a tincture from them to be hight in this or that degree, in this or that quality.
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So it is with the soul, when it runs through holy things, when it hath to deal with good books,
So it is with the soul, when it runs through holy things, when it hath to deal with good books,
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and good company, &c. it draweth a spirituall tincture:
and good company, etc. it draws a spiritual tincture:
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and therefore if we would have the Spirit of God to guide us, let us be much in those things that the Holy Ghost hath sanctified us for that end, at all times,
and Therefore if we would have the Spirit of God to guide us, let us be much in those things that the Holy Ghost hath sanctified us for that end, At all times,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when we have liberty from our callings.
when we have liberty from our callings.
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And withall, take heed, that we greive not the Holy Ghost any way, if we will have the Spirit to seal us, to increase our Earnest.
And withal, take heed, that we grieve not the Holy Ghost any Way, if we will have the Spirit to seal us, to increase our Earnest.
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How do we grieve the Holy Ghost? By cherishing contrary affections, and lusts, and desires.
How do we grieve the Holy Ghost? By cherishing contrary affections, and Lustiest, and Desires.
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And resist not the holy Ghost:
And resist not the holy Ghost:
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as now when you hear the Word of God, if you shut your resolutions, if you shut your hearts,
as now when you hear the Word of God, if you shut your resolutions, if you shut your hearts,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and resolve not to give way to any instruction that shall be delivered; This is a resisting of the Holy Ghost:
and resolve not to give Way to any instruction that shall be Delivered; This is a resisting of the Holy Ghost:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God now knocks at the hearts of those that are here, by his Word and Spirit;
God now knocks At the hearts of those that Are Here, by his Word and Spirit;
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and therefore we should open the everlasting doors, and let the King of glory come in.
and Therefore we should open the everlasting doors, and let the King of glory come in.
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We should lay open all to the Spirit:
We should lay open all to the Spirit:
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Oh when the Spirit, when Christ is so willing to give the Spirit, it cannot be any but our fault,
O when the Spirit, when christ is so willing to give the Spirit, it cannot be any but our fault,
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if we be no more spiritual then we are:
if we be no more spiritual then we Are:
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for indeed there is nothing in a manner required to be spiritual, but not to resist the Spirit.
for indeed there is nothing in a manner required to be spiritual, but not to resist the Spirit.
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The Holy Ghost presseth upon us in the Word such reasons of heavenlymindednesse, of despising of earthly things, of purging our selves from the corruptions in the world, such reasons to be good, that indeed none are damned in the bosome of the Church,
The Holy Ghost Presseth upon us in the Word such Reasons of Heavenly-mindedness, of despising of earthly things, of purging our selves from the corruptions in the world, such Reasons to be good, that indeed none Are damned in the bosom of the Church,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but such as set a bar against the Spirit of God in their hearts, with a cursed resolution that they will not be better, that they will not part with their cursed lusts:
but such as Set a bar against the Spirit of God in their hearts, with a cursed resolution that they will not be better, that they will not part with their cursed Lustiest:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore they are damned, because they will be damned, that, say the Preachers by the Word,
Therefore they Are damned, Because they will be damned, that, say the Preachers by the Word,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Spirit what they will, they think it better to be as they are, then to entertain such a guest as will marre and alter all that was there before:
and Spirit what they will, they think it better to be as they Are, then to entertain such a guest as will mar and altar all that was there before:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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take heed therefore of resisting of the Spirit, and of grieving of the Spirit by any thing in our selves,
take heed Therefore of resisting of the Spirit, and of grieving of the Spirit by any thing in our selves,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or by conversing with company that will grieve him. He that hath the Spirit of God in him, cannot endure carnal company:
or by conversing with company that will grieve him. He that hath the Spirit of God in him, cannot endure carnal company:
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for what shall he hear, what shall he draw in at his senses? but that which will be vexation of spirit to him:
for what shall he hear, what shall he draw in At his Senses? but that which will be vexation of Spirit to him:
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therefore it is said of Lot, His righteous soul was vexed with the unclean conversation of the Sodomites:
Therefore it is said of Lot, His righteous soul was vexed with the unclean Conversation of the Sodomites:
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it is an undoubted sign of a man that hath no grace, not to care for his company that hath grace.
it is an undoubted Signen of a man that hath no grace, not to care for his company that hath grace.
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Likewise yield all obedience and subjection to the Spirit, and to all the motions of the Word and Spirit;
Likewise yield all Obedience and subjection to the Spirit, and to all the motions of the Word and Spirit;
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bring our hearts into subjection, lay our selves, as it were, before the Spirit, suffer our selves to be moved,
bring our hearts into subjection, lay our selves, as it were, before the Spirit, suffer our selves to be moved,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and fashioned, and framed by it: for God gives his holy Spirit to them that obey him.
and fashioned, and framed by it: for God gives his holy Spirit to them that obey him.
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And beg the Spirit also as the principal thing: God gives the Spirit (saith Christ) to them that ask him:
And beg the Spirit also as the principal thing: God gives the Spirit (Says christ) to them that ask him:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and by Christs manner of speaking there he insinuates, as if he should say, What can I give you better then the Holy Ghost? and yet this will I give you,
and by Christ manner of speaking there he insinuates, as if he should say, What can I give you better then the Holy Ghost? and yet this will I give you,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if you ask him, that is the good thing that God gives: for indeed, that is the seed of all graces, and of all comfort;
if you ask him, that is the good thing that God gives: for indeed, that is the seed of all graces, and of all Comfort;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore a world of promises are included in that promise, that he will give the Spirit to them that ask him.
and Therefore a world of promises Are included in that promise, that he will give the Spirit to them that ask him.
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Labour by these and such like means for the Spirit:
Labour by these and such like means for the Spirit:
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and then if you have the Spirit, the Earnest of the Spirit, and the seal of the Spirit,
and then if you have the Spirit, the Earnest of the Spirit, and the seal of the Spirit,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then mark what will come of such a temper of soul, that will go through all conditions whatsoever, come what will:
then mark what will come of such a temper of soul, that will go through all conditions whatsoever, come what will:
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for the Spirit is above all, and the comforts of the Spirit are above all earthly comforts;
for the Spirit is above all, and the comforts of the Spirit Are above all earthly comforts;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the graces of the Spirit are able to encounter with all temptations. So that a man that hath the Spirit, stands impregnable;
and the graces of the Spirit Are able to encounter with all temptations. So that a man that hath the Spirit, Stands impregnable;
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the work of grace cannot be quenched, because it is the effect and the work of the Spirit, all the powers of all the Devils in hell cannot stirre it:
the work of grace cannot be quenched, Because it is the Effect and the work of the Spirit, all the Powers of all the Devils in hell cannot stir it:
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God may hide his comfort for a time, to humble us;
God may hide his Comfort for a time, to humble us;
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but to quench the work of the Spirit once wrought in the heart, all the power of all the Devils in hell cannot quench the least spark of saving grace, it will carry us through all opposition whatsoever.
but to quench the work of the Spirit once wrought in the heart, all the power of all the Devils in hell cannot quench the least spark of Saving grace, it will carry us through all opposition whatsoever.
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Let a man never baulk or decline in a good cause, for any thing that he shall suffer;
Let a man never balk or decline in a good cause, for any thing that he shall suffer;
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for the seal and the Earnest of the Spirit is never more strong then when we have no other comfort by us but that,
for the seal and the Earnest of the Spirit is never more strong then when we have no other Comfort by us but that,
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when we can draw comfort from the Well-head, from the Spring; therefore we should labour for the Earnest of the Spirit;
when we can draw Comfort from the Wellhead, from the Spring; Therefore we should labour for the Earnest of the Spirit;
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for it will fit us for all conditions whatsoever.
for it will fit us for all conditions whatsoever.
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What makes a man differ from himself? what makes a man differ from another? Take a man that hath the Earnest of the Spirit, you shall have him defie death, the world, Satan, and all temptations.
What makes a man differ from himself? what makes a man differ from Another? Take a man that hath the Earnest of the Spirit, you shall have him defy death, the world, Satan, and all temptations.
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Take a man that is negligent in labouring to encrease his Earnest, you shall have him weak, and not like himself.
Take a man that is negligent in labouring to increase his Earnest, you shall have him weak, and not like himself.
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The Apostle Peter, before the Holy Ghost came upon him, the voice of a weak damsel astonished him;
The Apostle Peter, before the Holy Ghost Come upon him, the voice of a weak damsel astonished him;
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but after, how willing was he to suffer any thing? Therefore let us not labour much to strengthen our selves with the things of this life,
but After, how willing was he to suffer any thing? Therefore let us not labour much to strengthen our selves with the things of this life,
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or to value our selves by our dependance upon others;
or to valve our selves by our dependence upon Others;
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if thou hast grace, thou hast that that will stand by thee when all other things will fail:
if thou hast grace, thou hast that that will stand by thee when all other things will fail:
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for all other things will be taken away, but the Comforter shall never be taken away;
for all other things will be taken away, but the Comforter shall never be taken away;
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it goes along with us continually. First, it works Earnest in us, and then it stamps upon us his own mark,
it Goes along with us continually. First, it works Earnest in us, and then it stamps upon us his own mark,
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and then it leads us from grace to grace;
and then it leads us from grace to grace;
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and in the hour of death, then especially it hath the work of a Comforter to present to us the fruits of a good and holy life,
and in the hour of death, then especially it hath the work of a Comforter to present to us the fruits of a good and holy life,
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and likewise the joyes of heaven;
and likewise the Joys of heaven;
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when we are dead the Spirit watcheth over our bodies, because they were the Temples of the Holy Ghost, and at the day of judgement the same Spirit shall knit both body and soul together,
when we Are dead the Spirit watches over our bodies, Because they were the Temples of the Holy Ghost, and At the day of judgement the same Spirit shall knit both body and soul together,
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and after, the same Spirit that hath done all this, shall be all in all to us in heaven for ever,
and After, the same Spirit that hath done all this, shall be all in all to us in heaven for ever,
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and then our very bodies shall be spiritual, where as now our souls, even the better part of them, is carnal.
and then our very bodies shall be spiritual, where as now our Souls, even the better part of them, is carnal.
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Even as the fire when it possesseth a piece of Iron, it is all fire; So our bodies shall be all spiritual.
Even as the fire when it Possesses a piece of Iron, it is all fire; So our bodies shall be all spiritual.
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What a blessed thing is this, to have the Spirit? what are all friends to the Holy Ghost, which will speak to God for us? The Spirit will make request with sighes and groans,
What a blessed thing is this, to have the Spirit? what Are all Friends to the Holy Ghost, which will speak to God for us? The Spirit will make request with sighs and groans,
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and God will hear the voice of his own Spirit.
and God will hear the voice of his own Spirit.
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What prison can shut up the Spirit of God? Above all, labour to have more of the Spirit of God:
What prison can shut up the Spirit of God? Above all, labour to have more of the Spirit of God:
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this will make us more or lesse fruitfull, more or lesse glorious in our profession, more or lesse willing to dye.
this will make us more or less fruitful, more or less glorious in our profession, more or less willing to die.
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Labour to encrease this Earnest, that the nearer we come to heaven, the more we may be fitted for it.
Labour to increase this Earnest, that the nearer we come to heaven, the more we may be fitted for it.
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Consider but this Reason, if you want this, alas, we can never be thankful to God for any thing;
Consider but this Reason, if you want this, alas, we can never be thankful to God for any thing;
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if by the Spirit we have not assurance that our state is the state of grace;
if by the Spirit we have not assurance that our state is the state of grace;
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for otherwise we might think that God gives us all in anger, as a etrnal man, he alwaies fears that God fatts him as an oxe to the slaughter:
for otherwise we might think that God gives us all in anger, as a etrnal man, he always fears that God Fats him as an ox to the slaughter:
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what a fearfull case is this, that a man cannot be thankful for that he hath!
what a fearful case is this, that a man cannot be thankful for that he hath!
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Labour for the Spirit, that we may be thankfull to God for every thing, that we may see the love of God in every thing, in every refreshing we take;
Labour for the Spirit, that we may be thankful to God for every thing, that we may see the love of God in every thing, in every refreshing we take;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that that love of God that fits us for heaven, and that fits heaven for us, it gives us daily bread:
that that love of God that fits us for heaven, and that fits heaven for us, it gives us daily bred:
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the Earnest of the Spirit will make us thankfull for every thing.
the Earnest of the Spirit will make us thankful for every thing.
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Again, labour for the Earnest of the Spirit, that we may be joyfull in all conditions:
Again, labour for the Earnest of the Spirit, that we may be joyful in all conditions:
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how can a man suffer willingly, that knowes not that he is sealed with the Spirit? that knowes not that God hath begun a good work in him? Alas, he is lumpish and heavy under the Crosse.
how can a man suffer willingly, that knows not that he is sealed with the Spirit? that knows not that God hath begun a good work in him? Alas, he is lumpish and heavy under the Cross.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What makes a man bear the Crosse willingly, but this assurance? what makes him deny himself in temptations,
What makes a man bear the Cross willingly, but this assurance? what makes him deny himself in temptations,
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and corruptions? Oh (saith the child of God,) the work of the Spirit is begun in me, sealing me up to life everlasting, shall I grieve and quench this Spirit for this base lust? But a man that hath not the Spirit, saith, I had as good take this pleasure, as have none at all;
and corruptions? O (Says the child of God,) the work of the Spirit is begun in me, sealing me up to life everlasting, shall I grieve and quench this Spirit for this base lust? But a man that hath not the Spirit, Says, I had as good take this pleasure, as have none At all;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for ought I know, I shall have none: he sees no greater pleasure, then the following of his lust.
for ought I know, I shall have none: he sees no greater pleasure, then the following of his lust.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So that none can resist temptations, but he that hath the Spirit, giving him Earnest in a comfortable measure;
So that none can resist temptations, but he that hath the Spirit, giving him Earnest in a comfortable measure;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and it is a good sign when we resist temptations for spiritual reasons, that the Spirit works it.
and it is a good Signen when we resist temptations for spiritual Reasons, that the Spirit works it.
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Again, unlesse we have this Earnest of the Spirit in our hearts, we can never be content to end our dayes with comfort:
Again, unless we have this Earnest of the Spirit in our hearts, we can never be content to end our days with Comfort:
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he that hath the Earnest of the Spirit is glad of death when it comes;
he that hath the Earnest of the Spirit is glad of death when it comes;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there shall be then an accomplishment of all the bargain, then the Marriage shall be consummate,
there shall be then an accomplishment of all the bargain, then the Marriage shall be consummate,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then shall be the year of Jubile, the Sabbath of rest for ever, then is the triumph,
then shall be the year of Jubilee, the Sabbath of rest for ever, then is the triumph,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and then all teares shall be wiped from our eyes. But now let a man stagger and doubt whether he be the child of God,
and then all tears shall be wiped from our eyes. But now let a man stagger and doubt whither he be the child of God,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or no, that he cannor find any mark of the child of God in him, that he cannot read the evidences of a Christian state in his soul, they are so dim, he sees nothing but corruption in him, he sees no change, no resistence of corruption, he hath no Earnest.
or no, that he cannor find any mark of the child of God in him, that he cannot read the evidences of a Christian state in his soul, they Are so dim, he sees nothing but corruption in him, he sees no change, no resistance of corruption, he hath no Earnest.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Alas, what a miserable case is such a man in when he comes to dye? death, with the eternity of misery after it, who can look it in the face, without hope of life everlasting, without assurance of a happy change after death? Therefore we should labour for the Spirit, that howsoever we grow or decay in wealth and reputation, let God alone with that;
Alas, what a miserable case is such a man in when he comes to die? death, with the eternity of misery After it, who can look it in the face, without hope of life everlasting, without assurance of a happy change After death? Therefore we should labour for the Spirit, that howsoever we grow or decay in wealth and reputation, let God alone with that;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but above all, beg of God that he would encrease in us, and renew the Earnest,
but above all, beg of God that he would increase in us, and renew the Earnest,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the stamp of the Spirit, that we may have somewhat in our soules, wherein we may see the Evidences of a Christian estate.
and the stamp of the Spirit, that we may have somewhat in our Souls, wherein we may see the Evidences of a Christian estate.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I might adde many things to this purpose, (but this is sufficient to any Judicious Christian,) to encourage us to labour for the Spirit above all things in the world:
I might add many things to this purpose, (but this is sufficient to any Judicious Christian,) to encourage us to labour for the Spirit above all things in the world:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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all other are but grasse, but fading; but grace and glory, grace, and peace, and joy;
all other Are but grass, but fading; but grace and glory, grace, and peace, and joy;
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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nay, the very Earnest of the Spirit is better then all earthly things:
nay, the very Earnest of the Spirit is better then all earthly things:
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the Earnest of it is joy unspeakable, and glorious, and peace that passeth all understanding.
for the Earnest of it is joy unspeakable, and glorious, and peace that passes all understanding.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If the Promise, and the Earnest here be so, I beseech you, what shall the accomplishment of the promise be? if the Promises laid hold on by faith so quicken and cheer the soul,
If the Promise, and the Earnest Here be so, I beseech you, what shall the accomplishment of the promise be? if the Promises laid hold on by faith so quicken and cheer the soul,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and if the giving a teste of heaven lift a Christians spirit above all earthly discouragements, what shall it be when the Spirit shall be all in all in us,
and if the giving a teste of heaven lift a Christians Spirit above all earthly discouragements, what shall it be when the Spirit shall be all in all in us,
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if the Earnest be so comfortable? But I go on to the next Verse.
if the Earnest be so comfortable? But I go on to the next Verse.
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(23) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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VERSE XXIII.
VERSE XXIII.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Moreover, I call God to record upon my soul, that to spare you, I came not yet to Corinth.
Moreover, I call God to record upon my soul, that to spare you, I Come not yet to Corinth.
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IN this Verse, the Apostle labours to remove suspition of levity, and inconstancy:
IN this Verse, the Apostle labours to remove suspicion of levity, and inconstancy:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there were jealousies in the minds of the Corinthians, which were also fomented by some vain-glorious Teachers amongst them, that laboured to undermine S. Paul in the hearts of the Corinthians, as if he had not loved the Corinthians so well as they did;
there were jealousies in the minds of the Corinthians, which were also fomented by Some vainglorious Teachers among them, that laboured to undermine S. Paul in the hearts of the Corinthians, as if he had not loved the Corinthians so well as they did;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore he is so carefull to clear himself in their thoughts, from suspition of inconstancy, and want of love to them:
Therefore he is so careful to clear himself in their thoughts, from suspicion of inconstancy, and want of love to them:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because he conversed sociably with other men, he was thought to be a Wine-bibber, a companion of sinners.
Because he conversed sociably with other men, he was Thought to be a Winebibber, a Companion of Sinners.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because suspition grounded upon the lightnesse in his carriage, might reflect upon his doctrine. He knew well enough the malice of mans nature, and therefore he is very curious,
Because suspicion grounded upon the lightness in his carriage, might reflect upon his Doctrine. He knew well enough the malice of men nature, and Therefore he is very curious,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and industrious, to make a clear passage for himself into the hearts of these Corinthians by all means possible,
and Industria, to make a clear passage for himself into the hearts of these Corinthians by all means possible,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as we heard in part out of the 17. Verse. Moreover, I call God to record, &c. Saint Paul is here purging himself still, to clear himself.
as we herd in part out of the 17. Verse. Moreover, I call God to record, etc. Saint Paul is Here purging himself still, to clear himself.
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First, he labours to clear himself from the suspition of inconstancy, and want of love to them in not coming.
First, he labours to clear himself from the suspicion of inconstancy, and want of love to them in not coming.
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Secondly, he sets down the true cause why he did not come, I came not, to spare you:
Secondly, he sets down the true cause why he did not come, I Come not, to spare you:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You were much to blame in many things, and among the rest of the abominations among you, you cherished the incestuous person,
You were much to blame in many things, and among the rest of the abominations among you, you cherished the incestuous person,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and many of you doubted of the resurrection.
and many of you doubted of the resurrection.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I should have been very severe, if I had come, therefore I came net, to spare you, hoping that my letter would work upon your spirits,
I should have been very severe, if I had come, Therefore I Come net, to spare you, hoping that my Letter would work upon your spirits,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so that I need not be severe to you: therefore do not suspect that for any ill mind I came not:
so that I need not be severe to you: Therefore do not suspect that for any ill mind I Come not:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for it was to spare you, that I might not be forced to be severe.
for it was to spare you, that I might not be forced to be severe.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then the third thing is, the sealing of this speech with a serious oath, I call God for record upon my soul, that I came not, to spare you.
Then the third thing is, the sealing of this speech with a serious oath, I call God for record upon my soul, that I Come not, to spare you.
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So here is the w• … ping away of suspition: And the setting down the true cause why he did not come:
So Here is the w• … ping away of suspicion: And the setting down the true cause why he did not come:
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And the ratifying and confirming it by an oath; he makes his purgation here by an oath.
And the ratifying and confirming it by an oath; he makes his purgation Here by an oath.
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These three things I will briefly touch.
These three things I will briefly touch.
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First of all, you see here he avoids suspition of lightnesse which the Corinthians had of him, partly by the false suggestion of proud Teachers among them, who fomented their suspitious dispositions:
First of all, you see Here he avoids suspicion of lightness which the Corinthians had of him, partly by the false suggestion of proud Teachers among them, who fomented their suspicious dispositions:
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because they would weaken S. Paul's esteem among the Corinthians: they had a conceit he was an uncertain man, he promised to come, and did not:
Because they would weaken S. Paul's esteem among the Corinthians: they had a conceit he was an uncertain man, he promised to come, and did not:
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now here he declines that suspition. Where first, Observe these two things briefly. First, that the nature of man is inclined to suspition.
now Here he declines that suspicion. Where First, Observe these two things briefly. First, that the nature of man is inclined to suspicion.
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And secondly, that it is the duty of men to avoid it as much as may be,
And secondly, that it is the duty of men to avoid it as much as may be,
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and to wipe it away, if it cannot be avoided. Mans nature is prone to suspition.
and to wipe it away, if it cannot be avoided. men nature is prove to suspicion.
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Mans nature is prone to suspect ill of another, though never so good. Christ could not avoid it:
men nature is prove to suspect ill of Another, though never so good. christ could not avoid it:
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the Devil is so cunning, that he calls God himself into question, as if he had not meant so well to him.
the devil is so cunning, that he calls God himself into question, as if he had not meant so well to him.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What will that impudent spirit do, that will bring the creature in suspition of him that is goodnesse it self? God knowes, that when you eat, your eyes shall be open,
What will that impudent Spirit do, that will bring the creature in suspicion of him that is Goodness it self? God knows, that when you eat, your eyes shall be open,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and you shall be as Gods, knowing good and evil. and you shall be as God's, knowing good and evil.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Do you think that he intends you any good, in forbidding you to eat, & c? He did not spare Christ, innocency it self, cloathed with mans flesh;
Do you think that he intends you any good, in forbidding you to eat, & c? He did not spare christ, innocency it self, clothed with men Flesh;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and will he spare to bring uncharitable suspitions upon others? surely he will not.
and will he spare to bring uncharitable suspicions upon Others? surely he will not.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And then mans nature of it self is prone to suspect and think ill of another; From many grounds:
And then men nature of it self is prove to suspect and think ill of Another; From many grounds:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Sometimes out of experience of the common infirmities thnt men meet with in the world;
Sometime out of experience of the Common infirmities thnt men meet with in the world;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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out of the experience of the falshood of men they are many times prone to suspition.
out of the experience of the falsehood of men they Are many times prove to suspicion.
av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 pns32 vbr d n2 j p-acp n1.
(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But most commonly it is out of guiltinesse that men think ill of others, because others have cause to think ill of them: But most commonly it is out of guiltiness that men think ill of Others, Because Others have cause to think ill of them:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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none are so prone to suspition, as those that are worst themselves; because they judge others by their own hearts.
none Are so prove to suspicion, as those that Are worst themselves; Because they judge Others by their own hearts.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The better sort of people think of others, as they are, and as they deserve themselves:
The better sort of people think of Others, as they Are, and as they deserve themselves:
dt jc n1 pp-f n1 vvb pp-f n2-jn, c-acp pns32 vbr, cc c-acp pns32 vvb px32:
(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but others, because they are naught, they think others are so; because they deserve ill, they think others have deserved an ill opinion of them:
but Others, Because they Are nought, they think Others Are so; Because they deserve ill, they think Others have deserved an ill opinion of them:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so many times it comes of guilt, because we are not as we should be. Then again, it ariseth from a guilty conscience in another respect:
so many times it comes of guilt, Because we Are not as we should be. Then again, it arises from a guilty conscience in Another respect:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we think, because men have cause, though they have no wrong to themselves; yet because our own hearts tell us we are ill, we suspect them.
we think, Because men have cause, though they have no wrong to themselves; yet Because our own hearts tell us we Are ill, we suspect them.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So from an uncharitable disposition, and guiltinesse of conscience it oft-times comes.
So from an uncharitable disposition, and guiltiness of conscience it ofttimes comes.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then again, sometimes from the concurrence of probabilities, the suiting of circumstances that makes things somewhat probable whereupon suspition may be fastened.
Then again, sometime from the concurrence of probabilities, the suiting of Circumstances that makes things somewhat probable whereupon suspicion may be fastened.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Sometimes when there is a concurrence of probabilities of the likelihood of things, there suspition is prone to rise:
Sometime when there is a concurrence of probabilities of the likelihood of things, there suspicion is prove to rise:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for suspition is not a determining of a thing, it is but a slight kind of conceit:
for suspicion is not a determining of a thing, it is but a slight kind of conceit:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is more then a fear, and lesse then judgment of a thing. It is more then fear:
it is more then a Fear, and less then judgement of a thing. It is more then Fear:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and all Jerusalem was in an uproar. Alas, Christ came to give a heavenly Kingdome, and not to take away earthly:
and all Jerusalem was in an uproar. Alas, christ Come to give a heavenly Kingdom, and not to take away earthly:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for he that fears, suspects not: suspition is a degree to judgment: it doth not fully judge, for then it were not suspition: it is more then fear; suspects not, but fears; for he that fears, suspects not: suspicion is a degree to judgement: it does not Fully judge, for then it were not suspicion: it is more then Fear; suspects not, but fears;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It conceives slightly that such a thing should be done, and yet he dares not say it is done.
It conceives slightly that such a thing should be done, and yet he dares not say it is done.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Suspition is nothing else but an inclination of the soul to think and imagine ill of another:
Suspicion is nothing Else but an inclination of the soul to think and imagine ill of Another:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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a looking curiously under a thing, or person. As we use to say, Envy pries into things; an envious person searcheth:
a looking curiously under a thing, or person. As we use to say, Envy pries into things; an envious person Searches:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so a suspitious person looks under to see if he can see matter of ill to fasten his ill soul upon.
so a suspicious person looks under to see if he can see matter of ill to fasten his ill soul upon.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So it inclines the soul to think ill upon slight grounds. Now this oft-times ariseth, and is fed with seeming probability.
So it inclines the soul to think ill upon slight grounds. Now this ofttimes arises, and is fed with seeming probability.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ conversed with wicked men, here was some colour for them to conjecture him so. We say, things have two hands, a right hand, and a left;
christ conversed with wicked men, Here was Some colour for them to conjecture him so. We say, things have two hands, a right hand, and a left;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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now suspition takes hold of the left hand alwayes:
now suspicion Takes hold of the left hand always:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if things will admit of a double construction, suspition alway takes hold of the worst, suspition takes hold of the ill part.
if things will admit of a double construction, suspicion always Takes hold of the worst, suspicion Takes hold of the ill part.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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That is the nature of a diseased soul, to take things by the wrong hand. We see then it is a disposition that we are subject unto naturally;
That is the nature of a diseased soul, to take things by the wrong hand. We see then it is a disposition that we Are Subject unto naturally;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and it is cherished by Satan, and Satans instruments, wicked men. And why doth the Devill so cherish suspition, and a jealous disposition?
and it is cherished by Satan, and Satan Instruments, wicked men. And why does the devil so cherish suspicion, and a jealous disposition?
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Oh, it hath been wondrous instrumental to Satan:
O, it hath been wondrous instrumental to Satan:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I dare say, there is no disposition or frame of soul that hath been the occasion of more blood-shed, of more unjustice in the Church and State from the beginning of the world,
I Dare say, there is no disposition or frame of soul that hath been the occasion of more bloodshed, of more unjustice in the Church and State from the beginning of the world,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then a jealous disposition, especially in great ones.
then a jealous disposition, especially in great ones.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore the Devil labours, as to breed jealousies of God, so of Gods Church and Children from the beginning.
Therefore the devil labours, as to breed jealousies of God, so of God's Church and Children from the beginning.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Was it not ever the disposition of ill-minded men to put jealousies into the hearts, especially of those that were in authority concerning men far better then themselves? Was it not Hamans policy? when the Jewes had angred him, Oh they are a people that care not for the Laws, &c. perhaps they were more obedient then himself:
Was it not ever the disposition of ill-minded men to put jealousies into the hearts, especially of those that were in Authority Concerning men Far better then themselves? Was it not Hamans policy? when the Jews had angered him, O they Are a people that care not for the Laws, etc. perhaps they were more obedient then himself:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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had it not been the occasion of their ruine, if God had not been more merciful?
had it not been the occasion of their ruin, if God had not been more merciful?
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Herod had a jealousie and suspition, that Christ when he was born would turn him out of his Kingdome;Herod had a jealousy and suspicion, that christ when he was born would turn him out of his Kingdom;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet this jealousie cost the lives of the poor Infants.
yet this jealousy cost the lives of the poor Infants.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So in the Primitive Church, there were wicked men put jealousies (concerning the Christians,) into the heads of the Emperours:
So in the Primitive Church, there were wicked men put jealousies (Concerning the Christians,) into the Heads of the emperors:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when alas, they reverenced the Emperours, (next God) above all:
when alas, they reverenced the emperors, (next God) above all:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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yet alway there were wicked instruments that sought to domineer, and have their own ends under the Emperours, they conveyed jealousies;
yet always there were wicked Instruments that sought to domineer, and have their own ends under the emperors, they conveyed jealousies;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and thence came so much blood-shed.
and thence Come so much bloodshed.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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In later times in Popish Countreys, if a man read the stories, whence came that blood-shed? This was one chief cause, jealousies,
In later times in Popish Countries', if a man read the stories, whence Come that bloodshed? This was one chief cause, jealousies,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and suspitions cast into the heads of Popish Princes by wicked men about them, set on work by Satan himself.
and suspicions cast into the Heads of Popish Princes by wicked men about them, Set on work by Satan himself.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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O they are such as will turn you out of your state; a people that are rebellious, and unquiet.
O they Are such as will turn you out of your state; a people that Are rebellious, and unquiet.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This was the policy among us in former times; we may consider of later times: to see the disposition of a man, that was a great States-man in his time,
This was the policy among us in former times; we may Consider of later times: to see the disposition of a man, that was a great Statesman in his time,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and a man of great parts and learning, but of a very fierce and cruel disposition:
and a man of great parts and learning, but of a very fierce and cruel disposition:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I mean Stephen Gardiner. The chief hurt that was done in that magnanimous Princes time, it was done by him.
I mean Stephen Gardiner. The chief hurt that was done in that magnanimous Princes time, it was done by him.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And how? By jealousies, as appears by his Letters, &c. Oh if these things prevail, this and that will come:
And how? By jealousies, as appears by his Letters, etc. O if these things prevail, this and that will come:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he cast such jealousies that did affright thas great Prince.
he cast such jealousies that did affright thas great Prince.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Oh, other Princes will fall out with you, if you maintain not these things, they will break with you. And so upon his death-bed;
O, other Princes will fallen out with you, if you maintain not these things, they will break with you. And so upon his deathbed;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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this doctrine of Justification if the people once know it, all is gone. God shewes, that all these jealousies are but follies;
this Doctrine of Justification if the people once know it, all is gone. God shows, that all these jealousies Are but follies;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for all that he feared came to passe. In good Queen Elizabeths time, Religion that he was so jealous of, was established:
for all that he feared Come to pass. In good Queen Elizabeths time, Religion that he was so jealous of, was established:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and she cared not for Princes correspondency, that were of other Religions, further then might stand with reasons of State;
and she cared not for Princes correspondency, that were of other Religions, further then might stand with Reasons of State;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and did not she flourish, and her people in quiet all her time, notwithstanding all former jealousies,
and did not she flourish, and her people in quiet all her time, notwithstanding all former jealousies,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as if Religion established could not stand with peace? So that the event proved what kind of jealousies these were.
as if Religion established could not stand with peace? So that the event proved what kind of jealousies these were.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Do we think then that a great deal of hurt is not done among particular persons,
Do we think then that a great deal of hurt is not done among particular Persons,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when in States there is such a world of hurt done by Satan, and his instruments? Well, let us take notice therefore of our disposition,
when in States there is such a world of hurt done by Satan, and his Instruments? Well, let us take notice Therefore of our disposition,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and of the inclination of men this way, that we may the better prevent it,
and of the inclination of men this Way, that we may the better prevent it,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that will appear in the second thing, That We should labour by all means to avoid suspition,
and that will appear in the second thing, That We should labour by all means to avoid suspicion,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to decline it as much as we can.
and to decline it as much as we can.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It should be the care of Ministers, and others, (it generally belongs to all Christians) to free themselves from any ill suspition in the hearts of others as much as they can; It should be the care of Ministers, and Others, (it generally belongs to all Christians) to free themselves from any ill suspicion in the hearts of Others as much as they can;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as S. Paul did here the suspition of inconstancy, and lightnesse, and want of love to them that he did not come among them.
as S. Paul did Here the suspicion of inconstancy, and lightness, and want of love to them that he did not come among them.
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Suspition is a Canker that eats into the soul where it is, and it will consume and waste all love.
Suspicion is a Canker that eats into the soul where it is, and it will consume and waste all love.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is the very venome of Love, and friendship. A little thing will breed it, but will not work it out.
It is the very venom of Love, and friendship. A little thing will breed it, but will not work it out.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore we ought first of all to take great heed that we give no ground of suspition at all;
Therefore we ought First of all to take great heed that we give no ground of suspicion At all;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or if we do, that we be careful to get it out as soon as we can:
or if we do, that we be careful to get it out as soon as we can:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for usually where it takes place, it boyls till it break out into words, and then words when they are discovered, breed strangenesse, and that breeds other inconveniences.
for usually where it Takes place, it boils till it break out into words, and then words when they Are discovered, breed strangeness, and that breeds other inconveniences.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And the rather we should labour to avoid it, because, Quod suspectum, &c. that which is suspected, is made unprofitable:
And the rather we should labour to avoid it, Because, Quod suspectum, etc. that which is suspected, is made unprofitable:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for a man when he unwarrantably suspects another thing, it is unprofitable to him. We take little good by those that we suspect are ill, or ill-affected:
for a man when he unwarrantably suspects Another thing, it is unprofitable to him. We take little good by those that we suspect Are ill, or ill-affected:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to us and then we do little good to them: for love is much danted by the ill conceit we have taken against them.
to us and then we do little good to them: for love is much daunted by the ill conceit we have taken against them.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man cannot do that good that he might, when he is suspected:
A man cannot do that good that he might, when he is suspected:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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there lies a barre in the way, ill suspition in the other party, which is an obstruction between him,
there lies a bar in the Way, ill suspicion in the other party, which is an obstruction between him,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the good he might do.
and the good he might do.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore even for the love of others we ought to avoid suspition as much as may be, that they may receive good from us.
Therefore even for the love of Others we ought to avoid suspicion as much as may be, that they may receive good from us.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As we ought not uncharitably to suspect others, that we may do good to them;
As we ought not uncharitably to suspect Others, that we may do good to them;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so we ought to avoid by all means suspition from them, left it be a barre for that good we might do towards them.
so we ought to avoid by all means suspicion from them, left it be a bar for that good we might do towards them.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us labour to clear our selves from all suspition of want of love, and ill carriage what we may, that so there may be nothing between our spirits and theirs that may hinder the good that might come from us to them,
Let us labour to clear our selves from all suspicion of want of love, and ill carriage what we may, that so there may be nothing between our spirits and theirs that may hinder the good that might come from us to them,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but that all may passe clear.
but that all may pass clear.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You see how curious holy men have been in all times, to avoid suspition as much as they could.
You see how curious holy men have been in all times, to avoid suspicion as much as they could.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Even God himself (we cannot have a more glorious pattern,) what course hath he taken from the beginning of the world with mankind? he hath condescended,
Even God himself (we cannot have a more glorious pattern,) what course hath he taken from the beginning of the world with mankind? he hath condescended,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and stooped to mans weaknesse, to clear himself of suspition of unkindnesse to man, that man might not cherish suspition that he doth not love him.
and stooped to men weakness, to clear himself of suspicion of unkindness to man, that man might not cherish suspicion that he does not love him.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For there is that poyson in the cursed nature of man, that do God what he can, he will lay imputations upon God, to bear himself out in stubborn courses,
For there is that poison in the cursed nature of man, that do God what he can, he will lay imputations upon God, to bear himself out in stubborn courses,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as if God delighted not in him, nor regarded him.
as if God delighted not in him, nor regarded him.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And as you have it in Ezek. 18. I am punished for other folks sins, God deales hardly with me,
And as you have it in Ezekiel 18. I am punished for other folks Sins, God deals hardly with me,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and brings the sins of my fathers upon me: and, The fathers have eaten sour grapes, and the childrens teeth are set on edge.
and brings the Sins of my Father's upon me: and, The Father's have eaten sour grapes, and the Children's teeth Are Set on edge.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God knowes the cankred disposition of man since the fall:
God knows the cankered disposition of man since the fallen:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Satan lyes upon the disposition of man, and broods upon it, to make it like himself, malicious even against God himself.
Satan lies upon the disposition of man, and brood's upon it, to make it like himself, malicious even against God himself.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God (as it were) puts himself to his purgation, even with no lesse then an oath:
God (as it were) puts himself to his purgation, even with no less then an oath:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As I live, saith the Lord, I will not the death of a sinner. You think I am severe to you;As I live, Says the Lord, I will not the death of a sinner. You think I am severe to you;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and men they will rather impute it to Gods severity, then their own sin, that is the pride of mans nature.
and men they will rather impute it to God's severity, then their own since, that is the pride of men nature.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A sinner is wondrous proud till he cometo destruction it self, and the book of conscience be opened.
A sinner is wondrous proud till he cometo destruction it self, and the book of conscience be opened.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Sin will have something to shelter it self with; sin is a proud thing:
since will have something to shelter it self with; since is a proud thing:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God purgeth himself by an oath, As I live, saith the Lord, I will not the death of a sinner:
God Purgeth himself by an oath, As I live, Says the Lord, I will not the death of a sinner:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If you dye, you may thank your own sins;
If you die, you may thank your own Sins;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though you be so bad, if you will repent, I will not the death of a sinner,
though you be so bad, if you will Repent, I will not the death of a sinner,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but rather that he return, and live. but rather that he return, and live.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Yet notwithstanding, man to countenance himself in sin, he-will fly perhaps to the decree of God, God perhaps doth not delight in me;
Yet notwithstanding, man to countenance himself in since, he-will fly perhaps to the Decree of God, God perhaps does not delight in me;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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whereas the rule of our life is, He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good, to do good,
whereas the Rule of our life is, He hath showed thee, Oh man, what is good, to do good,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and abstain from evil, and then that question will be out of question, whether thou be Gods, or no.
and abstain from evil, and then that question will be out of question, whither thou be God's, or no.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But man will force upon himself, that God doth not regard him, that he may sin with more freedom.
But man will force upon himself, that God does not regard him, that he may sin with more freedom.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As the unfaithful servant, I knew thou wert a hard Master, that exactedst that that thou hadst not given;
As the unfaithful servant, I knew thou Wertenberg a hard Master, that exactedst that that thou Hadst not given;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and therefore I hid my talent.
and Therefore I hid my talon.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The bad servant forceth upon himself hardnesse in his Master, when he was not so, that he might be idle:
The bad servant forceth upon himself hardness in his Master, when he was not so, that he might be idle:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So men force upon themselves somewhat in God to be hard, Gods dealings to be so and so, that they may take more liberty.
So men force upon themselves somewhat in God to be hard, God's dealings to be so and so, that they may take more liberty.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For if God be so loving, and so gracious, as he hath discovered himself to be, their hearts would melt, they would never live in such courses,
For if God be so loving, and so gracious, as he hath discovered himself to be, their hearts would melt, they would never live in such courses,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but rather put all to the venture, then to clamour upon Gods Justice.
but rather put all to the venture, then to clamour upon God's justice.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore God himself purgeth himself from a disposition of unkindnesse, and unmercifulnesse, As I live, saith the Lord, I will not the death of a sinner:
Therefore God himself Purgeth himself from a disposition of unkindness, and unmercifulness, As I live, Says the Lord, I will not the death of a sinner:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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fo his whole course is to shew that he loves us.
foe his Whole course is to show that he loves us.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And what is our Saviour Christs whole course, but to free men from suspition of want of love? did he ever turn any back from him,
And what is our Saviour Christ Whole course, but to free men from suspicion of want of love? did he ever turn any back from him,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but those that went away of themselves? did he not shed tears for those that shed his blood? so merciful, and gracious was he.
but those that went away of themselves? did he not shed tears for those that shed his blood? so merciful, and gracious was he.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If so be that holy men of all times have laboured to clear themselves to others.
If so be that holy men of all times have laboured to clear themselves to Others.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We ought not to rage against the ill dispositions of men.
We ought not to rage against the ill dispositions of men.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If we were as good as God, and as Christ, men would have false suspitions of us.
If we were as good as God, and as christ, men would have false suspicions of us.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is no innocency in the world that will free a man from suspition: the wicked, poysonful disposition that the Devill stirres up against him.
It is no innocency in the world that will free a man from suspicion: the wicked, poisonful disposition that the devil stirs up against him.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore rage not against it, but bear it with a spirit of moderation.
Therefore rage not against it, but bear it with a Spirit of moderation.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And let us decline as much as we can, and free the hearts of people from evil suspition:
And let us decline as much as we can, and free the hearts of people from evil suspicion:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and if we cannot avoid it, yet to bear it without discontent, considering it is the Lot of Gods childen to be suspected,
and if we cannot avoid it, yet to bear it without discontent, considering it is the Lot of God's children to be suspected,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as we see here S. Paul was. To spare you, I came not to Corinth.
as we see Here S. Paul was. To spare you, I Come not to Corinth.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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S. Paul besides his labouring to remove suspition, he sets down here the true cause of his not coming to them, it was not lightnesse and inconstancy, it was to spare you. They had many abuses among them,
S. Paul beside his labouring to remove suspicion, he sets down Here the true cause of his not coming to them, it was not lightness and inconstancy, it was to spare you. They had many Abuses among them,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and amended they must be, that was a conclusion.
and amended they must be, that was a conclusion.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But the question is De modo, whether by gentle means, by writing an Epistle, and staying a while,
But the question is De modo, whither by gentle means, by writing an Epistle, and staying a while,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and terrible among them? Now he concludes, I came not among you, for this very cause, that I might not be so severe,
and terrible among them? Now he concludes, I Come not among you, for this very cause, that I might not be so severe,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and terrible among you, as by office I should have been, if you had not amended before I came:
and terrible among you, as by office I should have been, if you had not amended before I Come:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as indeed they did, for they cast out the incestuous person, and reformed other abuses comfortably.
as indeed they did, for they cast out the incestuous person, and reformed other Abuses comfortably.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They prevented S. Pauls severity with their reformation;
They prevented S. Paul's severity with their Reformation;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they had not at the first cast out the incestuous person, and they had factions among them, they had Atheists among them that doubted of the resurrection, many abuses were crept in among them.
they had not At the First cast out the incestuous person, and they had factions among them, they had Atheists among them that doubted of the resurrection, many Abuses were crept in among them.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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S. Paul wrote a former Epistle upon a desire to reform those, and there was a blessed reformation wrought.
S. Paul wrote a former Epistle upon a desire to reform those, and there was a blessed Reformation wrought.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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S. Paul did not delight in austerity; therefore he deferred his coming, that he might have more joy, and contentment, then sorrow.
S. Paul did not delight in austerity; Therefore he deferred his coming, that he might have more joy, and contentment, then sorrow.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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To spare you, I came not.
To spare you, I Come not.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Before I come to the Points, take this for a ground, Sin must be judged and censured, when it is committed.
Before I come to the Points, take this for a ground, since must be judged and censured, when it is committed.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It must be undone by repentance, or by eternal punishments in hell; it must be censured here, or hereafter.
It must be undone by Repentance, or by Eternal punishments in hell; it must be censured Here, or hereafter.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For it is against Gods nature, and Gods Word, The soul that sinneth shall dye. It must be repented of, of necessity, or eternally punished in hell.
For it is against God's nature, and God's Word, The soul that Sinneth shall die. It must be repented of, of necessity, or eternally punished in hell.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Censured it must be, one way or other; It is of such a contrary nature, so opposite to the holinesse of God: that is a ground.
Censured it must be, one Way or other; It is of such a contrary nature, so opposite to the holiness of God: that is a ground.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now this being laid as a ground, the question is, What is the best way to take away sin,
Now this being laid as a ground, the question is, What is the best Way to take away since,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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whether by gentle means, or severe? by gentle means, if it may be: if not, then by severe.
whither by gentle means, or severe? by gentle means, if it may be: if not, then by severe.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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S. Paul would not have spared them, if he had come, if they had not amended. So the Points are two.
S. Paul would not have spared them, if he had come, if they had not amended. So the Points Are two.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First of all, That the best way for the redressing of sin, is by gentle means, if it may be.
First of all, That the best Way for the redressing of since, is by gentle means, if it may be.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Secondly, if that will not, then by severe, if men would not have men damned. I came not to spare you, because I desired that gentler courses might prevail.
Secondly, if that will not, then by severe, if men would not have men damned. I Come not to spare you, Because I desired that Gentler courses might prevail.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So I say, the first Point is this, That If gentler courses will prevail, they ought especially,
So I say, the First Point is this, That If Gentler courses will prevail, they ought especially,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and in the first place to be taken.
and in the First place to be taken.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It should be the care both of Ministers, and of all those that deal with others,
It should be the care both of Ministers, and of all those that deal with Others,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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first of all to use mild, and winning, and gaining courses. Now to prove this. First, they are more suitable to the nature of man:
First of all to use mild, and winning, and gaining courses. Now to prove this. First, they Are more suitable to the nature of man:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the nature of man is best wrought on, by rational courses suitable to his nature, suitable to his principle:
for the nature of man is best wrought on, by rational courses suitable to his nature, suitable to his principle:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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man is a reasonable creature, therefore rationall courses will prevail with a rational man, a course of perswasion and discovery.
man is a reasonable creature, Therefore rational courses will prevail with a rational man, a course of persuasion and discovery.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man that is not beast-like, tell him but the danger of his sin, tell him the peril of it in gentle words,
A man that is not beastlike, tell him but the danger of his since, tell him the peril of it in gentle words,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and he will amend, if so be he be not hardened by God to destruction: or if God do not reserve him to a more severe redresse.
and he will amend, if so be he be not hardened by God to destruction: or if God do not reserve him to a more severe redress.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Gentle courses ought first to be used, because they are agreeable to the nature of man.
Gentle courses ought First to be used, Because they Are agreeable to the nature of man.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, they suit most to Gods disposition;
Again, they suit most to God's disposition;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for God is love, and his course to man is love: if he take any course contrary to love, it is not his own work; for God is love, and his course to man is love: if he take any course contrary to love, it is not his own work;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as he saith, to punish man it is not his own work, he is forced to that alway:
as he Says, to Punish man it is not his own work, he is forced to that always:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to shew love and mercy, that is his work, that that comes from his own principle, from his mercy, he is love; he doth not say, he is justice,
to show love and mercy, that is his work, that that comes from his own principle, from his mercy, he is love; he does not say, he is Justice,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or rigour, but he is love.
or rigour, but he is love.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It agrees with the nature of God to deal mercifully, if he deal otherwise, it is forced from us.
It agrees with the nature of God to deal mercifully, if he deal otherwise, it is forced from us.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It suits with the whole carrirge of our salvation these courses of love, and gentlenesse first of all:
It suits with the Whole carrirge of our salvation these courses of love, and gentleness First of all:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for we are saved by a manner of love: we are saved by God giving his Son, and by his Son giving himself.
for we Are saved by a manner of love: we Are saved by God giving his Son, and by his Son giving himself.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We are saved by a course of intreaty: the Ministers of God are Ambassadours to desire us to be reconciled to God.
We Are saved by a course of entreaty: the Ministers of God Are ambassadors to desire us to be reconciled to God.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God having saved us by a manner of love, he will have us taught by a manner of love, in the Gospel especially:
God having saved us by a manner of love, he will have us taught by a manner of love, in the Gospel especially:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because Gods aim is to gain our love, and which way can that be, but by a way of love?
Because God's aim is to gain our love, and which Way can that be, but by a Way of love?
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For the nature of man is such, that it will never love, till it know it be loved first.
For the nature of man is such, that it will never love, till it know it be loved First.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore God stoops to a way of love, because he would have our love; which he would never have by other courses, because they are contrary to our nature.
Therefore God stoops to a Way of love, Because he would have our love; which he would never have by other courses, Because they Are contrary to our nature.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is the practice of God, his custome is answerable: for first, he deales by gentle means alwayes, and then after;
It is the practice of God, his custom is answerable: for First, he deals by gentle means always, and then After;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if those will not prevail, he goes to severe means, and in severe means he takes degrees;
if those will not prevail, he Goes to severe means, and in severe means he Takes Degrees;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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first lesse and then more violent, and then violent indeed. God would never descend to sharper courses, if milder would serve the turn.
First less and then more violent, and then violent indeed. God would never descend to sharper courses, if milder would serve the turn.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You know he bade his own people before they set in hostile manner upon any, to give them fair warning, to offer them conditions of peace:
You know he bade his own people before they Set in hostile manner upon any, to give them fair warning, to offer them conditions of peace:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so it is his course to offer conditions of peace: so he did to the old World;
so it is his course to offer conditions of peace: so he did to the old World;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so he doth to us:
and so he does to us:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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before he corrects, he offers conditions of peace You see how sparing Christ was, and how full of love, O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, &c. Again, they are courses that promise best successe ordinarily:
before he corrects, he offers conditions of peace You see how sparing christ was, and how full of love, Oh Jerusalem, Jerusalem, etc. Again, they Are courses that promise best success ordinarily:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the proud nature of man will raise it self up, and will harden it self against severe courses.
for the proud nature of man will raise it self up, and will harden it self against severe courses.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Man naturally (as I said) will be led, and not forced;
Man naturally (as I said) will be led, and not forced;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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his nature will rise against forced violent courses, therefore for the event it self it is the best.
his nature will rise against forced violent courses, Therefore for the event it self it is the best.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, they are courses that are more lasting: that that is gained by love, is constant;
Again, they Are courses that Are more lasting: that that is gained by love, is constant;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that that we prevail with men for by reason, it will hold: other courses are not so faithful, they will not hold.
that that we prevail with men for by reason, it will hold: other courses Are not so faithful, they will not hold.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What we gain on men by fear, there is shame in it, that a man should be forced to any thing; and nature will break out:
What we gain on men by Fear, there is shame in it, that a man should be forced to any thing; and nature will break out:
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But it will hold best, that is gained by way of love and reason.
But it will hold best, that is gained by Way of love and reason.
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Therefore let us imitate God in this, when we are to deal with any, not to take violent courses in the first place,
Therefore let us imitate God in this, when we Are to deal with any, not to take violent courses in the First place,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but to deal with men as men, deal with them by love, and reason, and not stand upon our own stomach and greatnesse,
but to deal with men as men, deal with them by love, and reason, and not stand upon our own stomach and greatness,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and take delight (as it were) in the commanding of others, that we have a destructive power, a power that can quash,
and take delight (as it were) in the commanding of Others, that we have a destructive power, a power that can quash,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and crush men, and shew it to the utmost, and pride our selves in it.
and crush men, and show it to the utmost, and pride our selves in it.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If God should deal so with such, where were those proud creatures? If God were not a forbearing, indulgent, sparing God?
If God should deal so with such, where were those proud creatures? If God were not a forbearing, indulgent, sparing God?
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore you may see what disposition those are of, that are all for fire; for violent courses, rigorous courses.
Therefore you may see what disposition those Are of, that Are all for fire; for violent courses, rigorous courses.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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That is not the way that God useth, it is not the way that Christ used, it is not the way that ministers do use that have the Spirit of God.
That is not the Way that God uses, it is not the Way that christ used, it is not the Way that Ministers do use that have the Spirit of God.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You have some kind of people, that if a man be not alway in matters of damnation, his Sermon is nothing.
You have Some kind of people, that if a man be not always in matters of damnation, his Sermon is nothing.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So you have some that in their courses are so violent, that they know nothing that is moderate, (and yet perhaps they are good too,
So you have Some that in their courses Are so violent, that they know nothing that is moderate, (and yet perhaps they Are good too,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but) they cherish too much a violent disposition.
but) they cherish too much a violent disposition.
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Now St. Paul, though he were a very zealous, holy man, yet notwithstanding he would not put himsef upon violent courses,
Now Saint Paul, though he were a very zealous, holy man, yet notwithstanding he would not put himself upon violent courses,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but when there was great necessity. He is rather a Butcher then a Physician that loves to torment his Patient.
but when there was great necessity. He is rather a Butcher then a physician that loves to torment his Patient.
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You see what course is first to be taken. I need not be long in so clear a Point;
You see what course is First to be taken. I need not be long in so clear a Point;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore I will spend no more time in it:
Therefore I will spend no more time in it:
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but come to the second, that is more generally usefull, because indeed men are so, that gentle means will hardly prevail with them:
but come to the second, that is more generally useful, Because indeed men Are so, that gentle means will hardly prevail with them:
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what must be done then? not spare them. When gentle means will not serve the turn, then we must not spare.
what must be done then? not spare them. When gentle means will not serve the turn, then we must not spare.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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S. Paul came not, that he might spare them.
S. Paul Come not, that he might spare them.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now if they had not amended, what would S. Paul have done, think you? would he have suffered them to have cherished the incestuous person among them? that wicked person that had committed that which was intolerable amongst the Heathen? would he have cherished proud factious men among them? that would disgrace S. Pauls Doctrine, to win authority to them selves? would not he have told them to their face the danger of their sin,
Now if they had not amended, what would S. Paul have done, think you? would he have suffered them to have cherished the incestuous person among them? that wicked person that had committed that which was intolerable among the Heathen? would he have cherished proud factious men among them? that would disgrace S. Paul's Doctrine, to win Authority to them selves? would not he have told them to their face the danger of their since,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and have made them ashamed? undoubtedly he woud: he would have spared. So I say, if gentle means will not prevail, men must not be spared;
and have made them ashamed? undoubtedly he would: he would have spared. So I say, if gentle means will not prevail, men must not be spared;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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meither Minister nor Magistrate must spare; especially in dangerous courses that are prejudicial to the souls of others. Why?
meither Minister nor Magistrate must spare; especially in dangerous courses that Are prejudicial to the Souls of Others. Why?
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We must spare none, that God may spare all. We that are Ministers must spare no sin, that God may spare all.
We must spare none, that God may spare all. We that Are Ministers must spare no since, that God may spare all.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Lift up thy voice like a Trumpet, (saith God) and tell Israel of their sins. Lift up thy voice like a Trumpet, (Says God) and tell Israel of their Sins.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If gentle means will not reform them, lift up thy voice like a Trumpet. Cast out Jezabel with her painted face:
If gentle means will not reform them, lift up thy voice like a Trumpet. Cast out Jezebel with her painted face:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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though sin paint, and colour it self, it must be cast out. Jonas must out of the ship, the ship will perish else: Achan must be stoned.
though since paint, and colour it self, it must be cast out. Jonah must out of the ship, the ship will perish Else: achan must be stoned.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We must tell men of their danger, not with hatred of their persons, but to prevent an eternal punishment.
We must tell men of their danger, not with hatred of their Persons, but to prevent an Eternal punishment.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You know well that preventing justice is better then executing justice.
You know well that preventing Justice is better then executing Justice.
pn22 vvb av d vvg n1 vbz jc cs vvg n1.
(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Is not discipline better then execution? Is it not better to hear of our faults roundly,
Is not discipline better then execution? Is it not better to hear of our Faults roundly,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when other means will not prevail, then to cherish that that will be for our eternal destruction? Is not searing,
when other means will not prevail, then to cherish that that will be for our Eternal destruction? Is not searing,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and cutting, better then killing? Is it not better that a limb be seared and cut,
and cutting, better then killing? Is it not better that a limb be seared and Cut,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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then that all be clear cut off, and the whole body perish? Is not the pain of Chirurgery,
then that all be clear Cut off, and the Whole body perish? Is not the pain of Chirurgery,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or Physick that makes a man sick for a while, better to be endured then the painse,
or Physic that makes a man sick for a while, better to be endured then the painse,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and terrours of death it self? These preventing courses are the best courses: therefore we must spare none, but tell them of their danger faithfully.
and terrors of death it self? These preventing courses Are the best courses: Therefore we must spare none, but tell them of their danger faithfully.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Only, liberty of speech must not be a cover for boistrousnesse, or a cover for the venting of evil humors, as sometimes it is.
Only, liberty of speech must not be a cover for boistrousnesse, or a cover for the venting of evil humours, as sometime it is.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For flesh will never prevail with flesh; flesh, and pride in the speaker, will never prevail with pride in the hearer:
For Flesh will never prevail with Flesh; Flesh, and pride in the speaker, will never prevail with pride in the hearer:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but it must be a spiritual kind of severity discovering the danger to them we speak to, with a spiritual holy affection,
but it must be a spiritual kind of severity discovering the danger to them we speak to, with a spiritual holy affection,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and a spirit of love, though with severity: (for there is a severity of love and gentlenesse) it will prevail when it comes from such a spirit.
and a Spirit of love, though with severity: (for there is a severity of love and gentleness) it will prevail when it comes from such a Spirit.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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But if there be a discovery of flesh, not only in Ministers; but in those that deal with others, flesh will rise against flesh.
But if there be a discovery of Flesh, not only in Ministers; but in those that deal with Others, Flesh will rise against Flesh.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man may sometimes find fault with another with greater corruption then the thing he finds fault with in another;
A man may sometime find fault with Another with greater corruption then the thing he finds fault with in Another;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he may be more to blame for his dealing, then the other for his fault. I came not, to spare you.
he may be more to blame for his dealing, then the other for his fault. I Come not, to spare you.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore when Ministers are plain in discovering the danger of the times, the danger of the persons,
Therefore when Ministers Are plain in discovering the danger of the times, the danger of the Persons,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and places where they are to deal, people must hear them as they love their own souls.
and places where they Are to deal, people must hear them as they love their own Souls.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If they have any quarrel, let them quarrel with their master: for what we speak is from the Word of God:
If they have any quarrel, let them quarrel with their master: for what we speak is from the Word of God:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we come as his Ambassadors, and servants, and should be considered as Ambassadours, therefore considering whose message we bring, they must take it in good part to be told of their sins, in a good manner.
we come as his ambassadors, and Servants, and should be considered as ambassadors, Therefore considering whose message we bring, they must take it in good part to be told of their Sins, in a good manner.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As S. Austin saith very well: Christ (saith he) speaks to the Sea, and it was quiet:
As S. Austin Says very well: christ (Says he) speaks to the Sea, and it was quiet:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Christ said, Be still, the Sea heard, and the waves were still; but he speaks to us in the Ministery to stay our violent courses in sin,
christ said, Be still, the Sea herd, and the waves were still; but he speaks to us in the Ministry to stay our violent courses in since,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and we puffe and swell when we are told of our faults; is this good, think you? No;
and we puff and swell when we Are told of our Faults; is this good, think you? No;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we do so, it is a sign that God intends to seal us to destruction.
if we do so, it is a Signen that God intends to seal us to destruction.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As we know, Elies sons when they did not hearken to their Fathir, God had appointed them to destruction.
As we know, Ely's Sons when they did not harken to their Fathir, God had appointed them to destruction.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Those that will not hearken to Ministerial reproof, it is a sign God hath sealed them over to destruction.
Those that will not harken to Ministerial reproof, it is a Signen God hath sealed them over to destruction.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If we would not have either Ministers or others to be severe in telling us; let us be severe to our own sins first. Men are like to children;
If we would not have either Ministers or Others to be severe in telling us; let us be severe to our own Sins First. Men Are like to children;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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first they foul, and defile them selves, and they cry when they are washed: so men soil themselves with sin, and cry when they should be purged from them.
First they foul, and defile them selves, and they cry when they Are washed: so men soil themselves with since, and cry when they should be purged from them.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If we cannot endure to be told of our faults, how shall we endure to be tormented for our faults in hell? Those that are so tender, that they will not endure a word contrary to their dispositions,
If we cannot endure to be told of our Faults, how shall we endure to be tormented for our Faults in hell? Those that Are so tender, that they will not endure a word contrary to their dispositions,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how will they endure that sentence, Go ye cursed, when they shall be turned into hell? Consider what will come of it, if we live in sin.
how will they endure that sentence, Go you cursed, when they shall be turned into hell? Consider what will come of it, if we live in since.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I beseech you therefore, suffer the Word of exhortation at our hands. Our salvation lyes upon it:
I beseech you Therefore, suffer the Word of exhortation At our hands. Our salvation lies upon it:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we discover not the danger of the sins of people to whom we speak,
if we discover not the danger of the Sins of people to whom we speak,
cs pns12 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb,
(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if we discern them, we shall perish for it, because we are unfaithful in our Ambassage. Therefore for your own souls;
if we discern them, we shall perish for it, Because we Are unfaithful in our Ambassage. Therefore for your own Souls;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and likewise that we may discharge our duty as we should, patiently, and quietly fit under exhortation,
and likewise that we may discharge our duty as we should, patiently, and quietly fit under exhortation,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and reproof, not only publick, but private, if occasion be.
and reproof, not only public, but private, if occasion be.
cc n1, xx av-j j, cc-acp j, cs n1 vbi.
(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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O Beloved, at the latter day it will be a matter of vexation that we were cherished too much in our courses.
Oh beloved, At the latter day it will be a matter of vexation that we were cherished too much in our courses.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Do you not think that the damned spirits in hell wish, O that we had been told;
Do you not think that the damned spirits in hell wish, Oh that we had been told;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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O that we had been dealt with violently, that we had been pulled out of this flame!
Oh that we had been dealt with violently, that we had been pulled out of this flame!
uh cst pns12 vhd vbn vvn p-acp av-j, cst pns12 vhd vbn vvn av pp-f d n1!
(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is an excellent place in Judes Epistle, Have mercy upon some. Use some gently that are of tractable dispositions:
There is an excellent place in Jude's Epistle, Have mercy upon Some. Use Some gently that Are of tractable dispositions:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and pull some out of the fire with fear, with threatning eternal damnation; with terrible courses, that they may have cause to fear:
and pull Some out of the fire with Fear, with threatening Eternal damnation; with terrible courses, that they may have cause to Fear:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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first with admonitions, and if that will not prevail, with suspension, with further censure;
First with admonitions, and if that will not prevail, with suspension, with further censure;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and if that will not prevail, with excommunication cast them out of the Church (as this incestuous Corinthian,) that their souls may be saved in the day of the Lord.
and if that will not prevail, with excommunication cast them out of the Church (as this incestuous Corinthian,) that their Souls may be saved in the day of the Lord.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is a threefold correction, or finding fault, that are gradual one after another; and they should be of vigour in the Church in all times.
There is a threefold correction, or finding fault, that Are gradual one After Another; and they should be of vigour in the Church in all times.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First, a friendly telling of a fault, between man, and man, if we see any thing dangerously amisse. First, a friendly telling of a fault, between man, and man, if we see any thing dangerously amiss.
ord, dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1, cc n1, cs pns12 vvb d n1 av-j av.
(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then when a man takes another man before company; when he takes him before those that he respects, when privately he will not amend: Then when a man Takes Another man before company; when he Takes him before those that he respects, when privately he will not amend:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then correction, if admonition of friends will not do, tell the Church, rather then suffer his soul to perish.
Then correction, if admonition of Friends will not do, tell the Church, rather then suffer his soul to perish.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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These steps, and degrees were observed in the best times of the Church; and if they were observed now, many souls would be saved.
These steps, and Degrees were observed in the best times of the Church; and if they were observed now, many Souls would be saved.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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This is that that S. Jude speaks of, Save some, pulling them out of the fire, that is, snatch them out by violent means, by excomunication, that their souls may be saved in the day of the Lord.
This is that that S. U^de speaks of, Save Some, pulling them out of the fire, that is, snatch them out by violent means, by excommunication, that their Souls may be saved in the day of the Lord.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Those that are in hell wish that they had been pulled out with fear, with violent courses:
Those that Are in hell wish that they had been pulled out with Fear, with violent courses:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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O that we had been told of our filthy courses, of our s• … vearing, of our i• … justice, that we had had violence offered us rather then to have come into this place of torment.
Oh that we had been told of our filthy courses, of our s• … vearing, of our i• … Justice, that we had had violence offered us rather then to have come into this place of torment.
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O those will blesse God another day for that gracious violence.
O those will bless God Another day for that gracious violence.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And those that are let alone will curse all another day, Ministers, friends, and parents, they will curse all, that there were not more violent courses taken with them, to stop them in their way to hell:
And those that Are let alone will curse all Another day, Ministers, Friends, and Parents, they will curse all, that there were not more violent courses taken with them, to stop them in their Way to hell:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to deal plainly with them, it is the best mercy that can be shewed, to be faithfull in this kind.
to deal plainly with them, it is the best mercy that can be showed, to be faithful in this kind.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore while it is time, suffer the word of Exhortation, and reproof:
Therefore while it is time, suffer the word of Exhortation, and reproof:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the time will come else that you shall condemn your selves that you were so impatient,
the time will come Else that you shall condemn your selves that you were so impatient,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and shall wish, O that we had had those that would have dealt more violently with us!
and shall wish, Oh that we had had those that would have dealt more violently with us!
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is cruel pitty as can be in Ministers, to be flatterers, and to daub;
It is cruel pity as can be in Ministers, to be Flatterers, and to daub;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or in parents and governours of others, to dissemble with them in their courses, and not to tell them of it:
or in Parents and Governors of Others, to dissemble with them in their courses, and not to tell them of it:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it is the most cruel pitty of all; it is betraying of them to eternal torments.
it is the most cruel pity of all; it is betraying of them to Eternal torments.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For sin (as I said,) it must be judged and censured here, or hereafter:
For since (as I said,) it must be judged and censured Here, or hereafter:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if it be not here, there is more reserved for the time to come, when God will open the treasures of his wrath.
if it be not Here, there is more reserved for the time to come, when God will open the treasures of his wrath.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We put into his treasury fast enough:
We put into his treasury fast enough:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and the time will come of opening all the treasuries of his vengeance, when he will pour out the vials of his wrath upon sinners that are not reformed. So much for that Point.
and the time will come of opening all the treasuries of his vengeance, when he will pour out the vials of his wrath upon Sinners that Are not reformed. So much for that Point.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, we see here in the text, that an oath ought to be taken in serious matters.
Again, we see Here in the text, that an oath ought to be taken in serious matters.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I call God for a record upon my soul. S. Paul, to purge himself from suspition, seals all this with an oath.
I call God for a record upon my soul. S. Paul, to purge himself from suspicion, Seals all this with an oath.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Herein he doth shew his great love to them, and his care over them, that he would so seriously purge himself to gain their love, and good opinion of him.
Herein he does show his great love to them, and his care over them, that he would so seriously purge himself to gain their love, and good opinion of him.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Is was an argument of the great esteem he had of them:
Is was an argument of the great esteem he had of them:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he was willing they should think he was very desirous of their love, and of their good opinion,
he was willing they should think he was very desirous of their love, and of their good opinion,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for whose sake he would sweare, and clear himself by an oath.
for whose sake he would swear, and clear himself by an oath.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As God esteems mans love much, when he will condescend so far as to seal his love, and promise with an oath:
As God esteems men love much, when he will condescend so Far as to seal his love, and promise with an oath:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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God would have us to think that he values, and esteems our respect very much:
God would have us to think that he value's, and esteems our respect very much:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so S Paul would have them think he esteemed them much, that he would make such a solemn oath for their sakes.
so S Paul would have them think he esteemed them much, that he would make such a solemn oath for their sakes.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now to speak of an oath a little. An oath (as we know) is, either in judgment before a Magistrate;
Now to speak of an oath a little. an oath (as we know) is, either in judgement before a Magistrate;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or in particular cases between private persons. And it is either assertory of a thing past;
or in particular cases between private Persons. And it is either assertory of a thing past;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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or promissory of a thing to come.
or promissory of a thing to come.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now this oath of S. Paul's is an assertory oath of a thing that was past, to secure them that he did not come to them upon this ground, that he had a mind to spare them.
Now this oath of S. Paul's is an assertory oath of a thing that was passed, to secure them that he did not come to them upon this ground, that he had a mind to spare them.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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it was no promise of any thing to come, but an assertion of a thing that was past.
it was no promise of any thing to come, but an assertion of a thing that was passed.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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An oath is either an assertion or a promise, with a calling of God to be a witnesse and a Judge:
an oath is either an assertion or a promise, with a calling of God to be a witness and a Judge:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to be a witnesse of the truth, or a Judge if he say false. You have the description of an oath in this text.
to be a witness of the truth, or a Judge if he say false. You have the description of an oath in this text.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I say, it is either an assertion of a thing past, or a promise of a thing to come, a sealing of this by calling God to witnesse of the thing we say;
I say, it is either an assertion of a thing past, or a promise of a thing to come, a sealing of this by calling God to witness of the thing we say;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to avenge the falshood if we say false.
and to avenge the falsehood if we say false.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As S. Paul here, I call God to record, that what I say is true, and upon my soul, if I say false.
As S. Paul Here, I call God to record, that what I say is true, and upon my soul, if I say false.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Many Conclusions concerning an oath might be raised out of the text.
Many Conclusions Concerning an oath might be raised out of the text.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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First of all, concerning the person that makes an oath, he should indeed be a gracious, a holy, and a good man.
First of all, Concerning the person that makes an oath, he should indeed be a gracious, a holy, and a good man.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As S. Paul saith, Rom ▪ 1. 9. I call God to witnesse, whom I serve in my spirit.
As S. Paul Says, Rom ▪ 1. 9. I call God to witness, whom I serve in my Spirit.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A man is scarce fit to swear (which is a part of Gods worship) that is not good otherwise.
A man is scarce fit to swear (which is a part of God's worship) that is not good otherwise.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Will he care for the Religion of an oath, that hath no Religion in him? He whose oath should be taken, should be such a man as S. Paul, in some degree, whose oath should be taken.
Will he care for the Religion of an oath, that hath no Religion in him? He whose oath should be taken, should be such a man as S. Paul, in Some degree, whose oath should be taken.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Turks are careful of this (to the shame of Christians,) they will not take an oath of an ordinary swearer.
The Turks Are careful of this (to the shame of Christians,) they will not take an oath of an ordinary swearer.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It must be a man that hath somewhat in him, that shall have his oath regarded.
It must be a man that hath somewhat in him, that shall have his oath regarded.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Again, we see by whom an oath should be taken: by the Name of God: we ought not to swear by creatures, but by God himself.
Again, we see by whom an oath should be taken: by the Name of God: we ought not to swear by creatures, but by God himself.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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nor to swear by any Idol, as the Masse, and by Mary, and such like. It is a taking God to witnesse.
nor to swear by any Idol, as the Mass, and by Marry, and such like. It is a taking God to witness.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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An oath is a part of Gods service, a part of divine worship, as it is, Deut. 6. and other places:
an oath is a part of God's service, a part of divine worship, as it is, Deuteronomy 6. and other places:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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now we ought to serve God only: therefore we ought not to use the name of any creature in an oath.
now we ought to serve God only: Therefore we ought not to use the name of any creature in an oath.
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He that we swear by must know the heart, whether we speak true or no:
He that we swear by must know the heart, whither we speak true or no:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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now who knowes the heart but God? therefore we must sweare only by the Name of God.
now who knows the heart but God? Therefore we must swear only by the Name of God.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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These things are easie, therefore I do but name them. We see here again, the two grand parts of an oath:
These things Are easy, Therefore I do but name them. We see Here again, the two grand parts of an oath:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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besides assertion, or promise of the truth, there must be a calling God to witnesse, and imprecation.
beside assertion, or promise of the truth, there must be a calling God to witness, and imprecation.
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Though these be not alwaies set down, they are implied. Sometimes the Scripture sets down the one part:
Though these be not always Set down, they Are implied. Sometime the Scripture sets down the one part:
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but alwaies the other is implied. There is imprecation in every oath. Sometimes imprecation implies both, as God do so and so;
but always the other is implied. There is imprecation in every oath. Sometime imprecation Implies both, as God do so and so;
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sometimes there is a calling God to witnesse without imprecation, yet it is alwaies implied.
sometime there is a calling God to witness without imprecation, yet it is always implied.
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For whosoever swears, calls God to witnesse of the truth, and if it be not true, that God would punish him.
For whosoever swears, calls God to witness of the truth, and if it be not true, that God would Punish him.
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These three go together in an oath. God that can discover it, he knowes my heart whether I say true or no. And he is Judge; and thereupon a revenger.
These three go together in an oath. God that can discover it, he knows my heart whither I say true or no. And he is Judge; and thereupon a revenger.
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In an oath God is considered, not only as Index, but as Judex and Vindex: not only as a discoverer,
In an oath God is considered, not only as Index, but as Judge and Vindex: not only as a discoverer,
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but as a Judge and revengeri, f it be false. Therefore it is a part of divine worship: because it is with prayer;
but as a Judge and revengeri, f it be false. Therefore it is a part of divine worship: Because it is with prayer;
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and imprecation is alway implied if it be not expressed. So we see in this text, what an oath is;
and imprecation is always implied if it be not expressed. So we see in this text, what an oath is;
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and by whom it is to be taken; and the parts of it.
and by whom it is to be taken; and the parts of it.
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As if he that could swear most, had most courage.
As if he that could swear most, had most courage.
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The rule of an oath is excellently set down by Jeremy, Jerem. 4. I know no one place of Scripture more pregnant, and therefore I name it.
The Rule of an oath is excellently Set down by Jeremiah, Jeremiah 4. I know no one place of Scripture more pregnant, and Therefore I name it.
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Thou shalt swear, How? The Lord liveth, in truth, in judgment, and in righteousnesse. Thou shalt swear, How? The Lord lives, in truth, in judgement, and in righteousness.
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We must swear in truth, that is, that not onely the thing be true, that we swear, (we must look to that:) but we must think it so too: We must swear in truth, that is, that not only the thing be true, that we swear, (we must look to that:) but we must think it so too:
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the thing must be true, and we must apprehend it so. We must swear in truth.
the thing must be true, and we must apprehend it so. We must swear in truth.
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And then in Judgment, that is, with discretion, we must understand throughly the matter whereof we swear, and what an oath is.
And then in Judgement, that is, with discretion, we must understand thoroughly the matter whereof we swear, and what an oath is.
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Therefore persons under years ought not to take an oath, because they cannot swear in Judgment, to know what the weight and validity of an oath is;
Therefore Persons under Years ought not to take an oath, Because they cannot swear in Judgement, to know what the weight and validity of an oath is;
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and when it is a fit time to take it: it must be taken in serious businesse.
and when it is a fit time to take it: it must be taken in serious business.
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As S. Paul here to clear himself to the soules of the Corinthians whom he laboured to edifie:
As S. Paul Here to clear himself to the Souls of the Corinthians whom he laboured to edify:
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when he saw their ill conceit of him hindred their edification, therefore he clears himself by an oath.
when he saw their ill conceit of him hindered their edification, Therefore he clears himself by an oath.
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Thirdly, it must be in Justice, that is, we must not bind our selves by an oath to any thing that is ill;
Thirdly, it must be in justice, that is, we must not bind our selves by an oath to any thing that is ill;
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it is a rule a long time past. Herod bound himself by an oath in that kind.
it is a Rule a long time passed. Herod bound himself by an oath in that kind.
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But an oath must never be a bond of injustice, but it must be taken in righteousnesse.
But an oath must never be a bound of injustice, but it must be taken in righteousness.
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Therefore here is condemned the equivocation, and reservation of the Papists. They will swear before a Magistrate, but with equivocation: this is not in righteousnesse.
Therefore Here is condemned the equivocation, and reservation of the Papists. They will swear before a Magistrate, but with equivocation: this is not in righteousness.
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For it is a rule, that an oath must be taken in that sense as he to whom we swear takes it, (that is a constant rule among all Divines) because it is to perswade him of the truth, that we swear:
For it is a Rule, that an oath must be taken in that sense as he to whom we swear Takes it, (that is a constant Rule among all Divines) Because it is to persuade him of the truth, that we swear:
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it is for his, and others sakes; and as he, and others take it, so it must be took.
it is for his, and Others sakes; and as he, and Others take it, so it must be took.
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Therefore equivocation with absurd reservations are wicked, because they are absurd if they be exprest:
Therefore equivocation with absurd reservations Are wicked, Because they Are absurd if they be expressed:
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he will swear that he is not a Priest, he means after the order of Melchizedeck: it is a mocking,
he will swear that he is not a Priest, he means After the order of Melchizedeck: it is a mocking,
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and prophaning of an oath, it is not to swear in Justice, and righteousnesse.
and profaning of an oath, it is not to swear in justice, and righteousness.
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But it is so foul and abominable a course, that it is not fit to be spoken of almost:
But it is so foul and abominable a course, that it is not fit to be spoken of almost:
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and they are ashamed of it themselves. S. Paul's oath was all this:
and they Are ashamed of it themselves. S. Paul's oath was all this:
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he sware in truth, he was truly perswaded of the truth of his own affections toward them. And then in Judgment; it was done in discretion:
he sware in truth, he was truly persuaded of the truth of his own affections towards them. And then in Judgement; it was done in discretion:
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for being not able otherwise to clear himself, having no witnesse in earth, he goes to heaven for a purger, he goes to God himself for a witnesse; he fetcheth strength from heaven.
for being not able otherwise to clear himself, having no witness in earth, he Goes to heaven for a purger, he Goes to God himself for a witness; he Fetches strength from heaven.
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There was none on earth that knew S. Paul's affection but the Spirit of God, and his own spirit:
There was none on earth that knew S. Paul's affection but the Spirit of God, and his own Spirit:
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and he thought his own spirit was not sufficient: my own spirit tells me that I came not, to spare you:
and he Thought his own Spirit was not sufficient: my own Spirit tells me that I Come not, to spare you:
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but if you would know my mind better, 〈 ◊ 〉 all God to witnesse, and to be a revenger,
but if you would know my mind better, 〈 ◊ 〉 all God to witness, and to be a revenger,
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if I speak false, that I came not, for this end that I might spare you, to prevent the rigour,
if I speak false, that I Come not, for this end that I might spare you, to prevent the rigour,
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and severity that I should have used toward your sin. An oath should be true, and weighty.
and severity that I should have used towards your since. an oath should be true, and weighty.
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but that is not enough, it must be in matters indeterminable: for if a thing may be determined without an oath, we should never use it.
but that is not enough, it must be in matters indeterminable: for if a thing may be determined without an oath, we should never use it.
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The end of an oath is to end controversies:
The end of an oath is to end controversies:
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for if S. Paul could have perswaded them of his gracious, and loving heart that he stood affected as he did, he would not have used an oath: for if S. Paul could have persuaded them of his gracious, and loving heart that he stood affected as he did, he would not have used an oath:
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but having no other meanes to do it, he goes to heaven for a witnesse. It were but misspending of time to shew that an oath is lawfull.
but having no other means to do it, he Goes to heaven for a witness. It were but misspending of time to show that an oath is lawful.
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Have we Anabaptists among us, that call this into question? No, we have many Atheists:
Have we Anabaptists among us, that call this into question? No, we have many Atheists:
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it is dangerous Atheism in the Anabaptists to question whether they may take an oath? We have the example of S. Paul; we have the example of God himself;
it is dangerous Atheism in the Anabaptists to question whither they may take an oath? We have the Exampl of S. Paul; we have the Exampl of God himself;
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shall we think it unlawful when God himself swears, and the Angel swears, and Christ swears, and the Apostle swears?
shall we think it unlawful when God himself swears, and the Angel swears, and christ swears, and the Apostle swears?
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Where it is forbidden that we should not swear, it is meant that we should not swear in our ordinary talk;
Where it is forbidden that we should not swear, it is meant that we should not swear in our ordinary talk;
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where we need not seal every light speech with the solemnity of an oath. Men will not put on their best apparrell every day:
where we need not seal every Light speech with the solemnity of an oath. Men will not put on their best apparel every day:
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so men ought not to use solemn matters upon every occasion, but only upon holy and grand occasions.
so men ought not to use solemn matters upon every occasion, but only upon holy and grand occasions.
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Our Saviour Christ forbids swearing, first by the creature at all; and swearing in ordinary talk at all:
Our Saviour christ forbids swearing, First by the creature At all; and swearing in ordinary talk At all:
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Whatsoever is more then yea, and nay, in ordinary talk, is sin:Whatsoever is more then yea, and nay, in ordinary talk, is since:
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Let us labour to blesse God that hath freed us from this spiritual tyranny.
Let us labour to bless God that hath freed us from this spiritual tyranny.
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Therefore considering that S. Paul doth it in a serious matter, we ought to learn, not to swear except it be in great matters;
Therefore considering that S. Paul does it in a serious matter, we ought to Learn, not to swear except it be in great matters;
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when we are called before a Magistrate, or when we are to purge our selves from evil suspition of our Christian friends:
when we Are called before a Magistrate, or when we Are to purge our selves from evil suspicion of our Christian Friends:
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as we see here S. Paul doth to the Corinthians: he calls God to witnesse against his soul, if it were not true.
as we see Here S. Paul does to the Corinthians: he calls God to witness against his soul, if it were not true.
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But you will say, Men will not believe me except I swear, and therefore I swear so oft.
But you will say, Men will not believe me except I swear, and Therefore I swear so oft.
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Then live better for shame, that men may believe thee for thine honest life:
Then live better for shame, that men may believe thee for thine honest life:
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if thy honest life be not better then thy oath, they will not believe thee for swearing:
if thy honest life be not better then thy oath, they will not believe thee for swearing:
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for he that sweares oft, sweares false;
for he that swears oft, swears false;
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and in many words there cannot want iniquity, much more in many oathes there cannot want iniquity;
and in many words there cannot want iniquity, much more in many Oaths there cannot want iniquity;
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and he that swears much, out of doubt he oft forswears. Oh, it is my custome, and I cannot break a custome.
and he that swears much, out of doubt he oft forswears. O, it is my custom, and I cannot break a custom.
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Use that apology to a Judge: Use that apology to a Judge:
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though malefactors be none of the modestest creatures, will any of them say, It is my custom to rob,
though malefactors be none of the modestest creatures, will any of them say, It is my custom to rob,
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and steal? will not the Judge say, It is his custome to cut them off? Thou sayest it is thy custome;
and steal? will not the Judge say, It is his custom to Cut them off? Thou Sayest it is thy custom;
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it is Gods custome to damn such persons: therefore that is an aggravation of thy sin.
it is God's custom to damn such Persons: Therefore that is an aggravation of thy since.
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But here we that are Ministers may take up a complaint, that when we have to deal with the wretched disposition of men in things concerning their soules,
But Here we that Are Ministers may take up a complaint, that when we have to deal with the wretched disposition of men in things Concerning their Souls,
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and a better life, do what we can, we cannot prevail with them to leave that, that they have no profit, nor no good by;
and a better life, do what we can, we cannot prevail with them to leave that, that they have no profit, nor no good by;
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they are not put upon it by any fear:
they Are not put upon it by any Fear:
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It is onely out of superfluity of pride, and malice against God, out of the abundance of prophanenesse.
It is only out of superfluity of pride, and malice against God, out of the abundance of profaneness.
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Can we think to prevail with men to deny themselves in greater matters, to forsake their unlawful gains,
Can we think to prevail with men to deny themselves in greater matters, to forsake their unlawful gains,
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or to venture the suffering ill for a good cause, and to renounce pleasures that are lawful, do we think to gain upon men for these things,
or to venture the suffering ill for a good cause, and to renounce pleasures that Are lawful, do we think to gain upon men for these things,
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when we cannot for superfluities, that they are not forced to by any violence, that they have no gain nor credit by,
when we cannot for superfluities, that they Are not forced to by any violence, that they have no gain nor credit by,
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except it be among a company of debauch'd men like themselves? yet it is our case, we deal in the world with a company of persons to leave that that they have no gain by,
except it be among a company of debauched men like themselves? yet it is our case, we deal in the world with a company of Persons to leave that that they have no gain by,
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except it be the wrath of God, and yet we cannot prevail. Oh, but you will say, I live with such company that I must swear.
except it be the wrath of God, and yet we cannot prevail. O, but you will say, I live with such company that I must swear.
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What a shame is it for thee, that carnal company should prevail more with thee then the vengeance of God, What a shame is it for thee, that carnal company should prevail more with thee then the vengeance of God,
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and the authority of God in the Ministery? What a heart hast thou, that a base person like thy self should move thee to do that that God himself,
and the Authority of God in the Ministry? What a heart hast thou, that a base person like thy self should move thee to do that that God himself,
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and the authority of his Ordinance cannot move thee to forbear? It is an argument of a base nature.
and the Authority of his Ordinance cannot move thee to forbear? It is an argument of a base nature.
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How darest thou look God and Christ in the face another day, when for his sake thou wilt not leave a superfluous prophane oath? Thou regardest a wicked companion more,
How Darest thou look God and christ in the face Another day, when for his sake thou wilt not leave a superfluous profane oath? Thou regardest a wicked Companion more,
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because thou wilt not be mocked of him, thou wilt swear for company;
Because thou wilt not be mocked of him, thou wilt swear for company;
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or because thou wilt please him, that he may think thee to be so and so, a companion fit for him:
or Because thou wilt please him, that he may think thee to be so and so, a Companion fit for him:
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to please him, thou wilt displease God, and Christ, before whom thou shalt be judged ere long.
to please him, thou wilt displease God, and christ, before whom thou shalt be judged ere long.
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If people were not mad, and sold to destruction, they would consider these things.
If people were not mad, and sold to destruction, they would Consider these things.
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Indeed, these things are so clear, and so odious in themselves, that we need not presse them.
Indeed, these things Are so clear, and so odious in themselves, that we need not press them.
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We should spend that little time we have, to preach of more sublime matters, then to come to disswade men from swearing:
We should spend that little time we have, to preach of more sublime matters, then to come to dissuade men from swearing:
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alas, under the glorious Gospel that we have lived so long, have we gained so little, that we are forced to spend our time to disswade men from swearing? We should look to the mysteries of Religion,
alas, under the glorious Gospel that we have lived so long, have we gained so little, that we Are forced to spend our time to dissuade men from swearing? We should look to the Mysteres of Religion,
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and draw men to further perfection: but such times we are fallen into, and we must be content with it:
and draw men to further perfection: but such times we Are fallen into, and we must be content with it:
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and I would we could gain any thing by discovering the danger of these things.
and I would we could gain any thing by discovering the danger of these things.
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An ordinary course of swearing, it argues a very vile heart wheresoever it is: (bear it out as boysterously as they will.) It argues this venome in the heart:
an ordinary course of swearing, it argues a very vile heart wheresoever it is: (bear it out as boisterously as they will.) It argues this venom in the heart:
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Well, I cannot offend against the second Table, but the Lawes of the Kingdome will hamper me;
Well, I cannot offend against the second Table, but the Laws of the Kingdom will hamper me;
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I cannot steal, or murther, but somewhat I can do in despight of God himself, and the worst that can come, it is but a trifling matter.
I cannot steal, or murder, but somewhat I can do in despite of God himself, and the worst that can come, it is but a trifling matter.
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What venome is in the hearts of men, that where there is but the least damage, they will be restrained:
What venom is in the hearts of men, that where there is but the least damage, they will be restrained:
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and here, because there is not present execution upon a sinner in this kind, they prophane and abuse the glorious Name of God?
and Here, Because there is not present execution upon a sinner in this kind, they profane and abuse the glorious Name of God?
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When Gods Name is abused by swearing, and blasphemy, usually the Original of it among other things, is Atheism.
When God's Name is abused by swearing, and blasphemy, usually the Original of it among other things, is Atheism.
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If we thought that God were so as the Scripture shewes, we would not dally so much.
If we Thought that God were so as the Scripture shows, we would not dally so much.
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They that lead others into bad courses, it is from the height and depth of Atheism.
They that led Others into bad courses, it is from the height and depth of Atheism.
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Make the best of it, it is a great degree of irreverence to the glorious Majesty of God. Make the best of it, it is a great degree of irreverence to the glorious Majesty of God.
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For when God shall say, He that takes my Name in vain, shall not carry it away guiltlesse;
For when God shall say, He that Takes my Name in vain, shall not carry it away guiltless;
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what will he do (think you) to him that sweares idly, and prophanely,
what will he do (think you) to him that swears idly, and profanely,
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when the vain taking of Gods Name in vain without an oath, the vain trifling with the Name of God shall not escape? When men do not reverence and fear an oath,
when the vain taking of God's Name in vain without an oath, the vain trifling with the Name of God shall not escape? When men do not Reverence and Fear an oath,
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as it is, Eccles. 9. it argues much unreverence. And indeed, it is worse in the principle, then in the thing it self:
as it is, Eccles. 9. it argues much unreverence. And indeed, it is Worse in the principle, then in the thing it self:
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though the words be hainous, yet the principle whence it riseth is worse, that is, Infidelity,
though the words be heinous, yet the principle whence it Riseth is Worse, that is, Infidelity,
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and Atheism, and alway unreverence and want of fear of the glorious Majesty of God, this ground makes it more odious:
and Atheism, and always unreverence and want of Fear of the glorious Majesty of God, this ground makes it more odious:
cc n1, cc av n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, d n1 vvz pn31 av-dc j:
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therefore those that are subject to it, if they would amend it, let them remove the ground.
Therefore those that Are Subject to it, if they would amend it, let them remove the ground.
av d cst vbr j-jn p-acp pn31, cs pns32 vmd vvi pn31, vvb pno32 vvi dt n1.
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Sometimes again, it is cherishing too much passion:
Sometime again, it is cherishing too much passion:
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so because they cannot be sufficiently revenged upon their poor brethren, God must smart for it;
so Because they cannot be sufficiently revenged upon their poor brothers, God must smart for it;
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they will tear his glorious Name that never did them wrong.
they will tear his glorious Name that never did them wrong.
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What a mad passion is this? hath God done them any wrong? Therefore (I say) let us labour to remove the ground of it;
What a mad passion is this? hath God done them any wrong? Therefore (I say) let us labour to remove the ground of it;
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and labour to plant the contrary in our hearts, the true fear of God, that we may fear an oath.
and labour to plant the contrary in our hearts, the true Fear of God, that we may Fear an oath.
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Let us labour to subdue unruly passion. Again, in some others affectation is the cause.
Let us labour to subdue unruly passion. Again, in Some Others affectation is the cause.
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Many of the frothy sort, they think it a thing commendable to fill up their discourse with these parentheses, with oathes:
Many of the frothy sort, they think it a thing commendable to fill up their discourse with these parentheses, with Oaths:
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which perhaps doth them a service to knit their wounded discourse together. So this foolish and sinful affectation is one cause:
which perhaps does them a service to knit their wounded discourse together. So this foolish and sinful affectation is one cause:
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men desire to be thought to be some body, by swearing;
men desire to be Thought to be Some body, by swearing;
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they would have the world to think that they are valorous men, that can be so bold with God himself;
they would have the world to think that they Are valorous men, that can be so bold with God himself;
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therefore let other men take heed how they meddle with them, when God smarts for it.
Therefore let other men take heed how they meddle with them, when God smarts for it.
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And in many it is out of a sinful shame, because they will hold correspondence with the company;
And in many it is out of a sinful shame, Because they will hold correspondence with the company;
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and they are afraid to be thought to be strict:
and they Are afraid to be Thought to be strict:
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and that they may be thought to be free from suspition of over much conscionablenesse in their wayes, they will not let the world see that they shall not think that they are men that make any conscience of strictnesse,
and that they may be Thought to be free from suspicion of over much Constionableness in their ways, they will not let the world see that they shall not think that they Are men that make any conscience of strictness,
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but they can be bold with the Name of God:
but they can be bold with the Name of God:
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so, because they would have others think, that they are men that do not stand upon termes of conscience,
so, Because they would have Others think, that they Are men that do not stand upon terms of conscience,
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and strictnesse, they will swear, they are men for the world, they are serviceable for any purpose:
and strictness, they will swear, they Are men for the world, they Are serviceable for any purpose:
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Men that make conscience of any thing, make conscience of all:
Men that make conscience of any thing, make conscience of all:
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but a man that makes conscience of an oath, or any such thing, he is a stiffe man, he is not servisable, he is not for the turn:
but a man that makes conscience of an oath, or any such thing, he is a stiff man, he is not servisable, he is not for the turn:
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now because men would be thought of others not to be of that strain, to make any conscience, hereupon they break out to the prophaning of the Name of God.
now Because men would be Thought of Others not to be of that strain, to make any conscience, hereupon they break out to the profaning of the Name of God.
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How shall such persons (that out of sinful weakness labour, and apply themselves more to satisfie sinful men,
How shall such Persons (that out of sinful weakness labour, and apply themselves more to satisfy sinful men,
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then the great God, how dare they) look God in the face? Jesus Christ saith, He that is ashamed of me before men;
then the great God, how Dare they) look God in the face? jesus christ Says, He that is ashamed of me before men;
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he that is ashamed to own Religion, nay, to own Justice, to own even common good behaviour, rather then he will offend others:
he that is ashamed to own Religion, nay, to own justice, to own even Common good behaviour, rather then he will offend Others:
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he that is ashamed of me in such mean things as these, I will be ashamed of him before my heavenly Father.
he that is ashamed of me in such mean things as these, I will be ashamed of him before my heavenly Father.
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If other reasons will not move us to leave this sin; let the love of the State and Kingdome we live in do it.
If other Reasons will not move us to leave this since; let the love of the State and Kingdom we live in do it.
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Jeremy saith, for oathes the land shall mourn. Indeed, there is a mulct for this, but that men slight it.Jeremiah Says, for Oaths the land shall mourn. Indeed, there is a mulct for this, but that men slight it.
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And God, I hope, will be merciful to the State, for the censure of the State upon prophanation, it is a very worthy act:
And God, I hope, will be merciful to the State, for the censure of the State upon profanation, it is a very worthy act:
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but if that be not executed, or men grow not to make more conscience, the Land will mourn for it:
but if that be not executed, or men grow not to make more conscience, the Land will mourn for it:
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because where the Magistrates cease to do their office, God will do his office: where sin is punished, God will not punish;
Because where the Magistrates cease to do their office, God will do his office: where since is punished, God will not Punish;
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where the Magistrate spares, God will not spare; he will punish:
where the Magistrate spares, God will not spare; he will Punish:
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therefore this sin where it is not censured and punished, the Land shall mourn for it.
Therefore this since where it is not censured and punished, the Land shall mourn for it.
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Alas, all is to no purpose, unlesse thou hast the Holy Ghost, the Spirit of God;
Alas, all is to no purpose, unless thou hast the Holy Ghost, the Spirit of God;
uh, d vbz pc-acp dx n1, cs pns21 vh2 dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f np1;
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If the care of the Kingdome will not move them, yet the care of their own houses and families should;
If the care of the Kingdom will not move them, yet the care of their own houses and families should;
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in Zech. 5. the Prophet speaks of a flying book of Judgments that should come upon the house of the swearer,
in Zechariah 5. the Prophet speaks of a flying book of Judgments that should come upon the house of the swearer,
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and consume the posts of his house.
and consume the posts of his house.
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And the Wise-man saith in Ecclesiasticus (though it be Apocryphal) The plague shall not depart from the house of the swearer.
And the Wiseman Says in Ecclesiasticus (though it be Apocryphal) The plague shall not depart from the house of the swearer.
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Gods vengeance accompanies even the very family, and house of the swearer.
God's vengeance Accompanies even the very family, and house of the swearer.
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And for avoiding of this I would there were more conscience made of those oathes that border upon grosse oathes.
And for avoiding of this I would there were more conscience made of those Oaths that border upon gross Oaths.
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I will not dispute the matter; take it for granted, they be no oathes, but asseverations;
I will not dispute the matter; take it for granted, they be no Oaths, but asseverations;
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as to call their troth in question, and their confidence in matters of Religion:
as to call their troth in question, and their confidence in matters of Religion:
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who will lay a thousand pound to pawn for a matter of six pence? who,
who will lay a thousand pound to pawn for a matter of six pence? who,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if he be discreet, and considerate, will lay his faith and Religion to pawn, for every trifle, in common talk? Faith is the most precious thing in the world:
if he be discreet, and considerate, will lay his faith and Religion to pawn, for every trifle, in Common talk? Faith is the most precious thing in the world:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for a man to lay a great matter for a two-penny, or six-penny debt, it is odious among men.
for a man to lay a great matter for a twopenny, or sixpenny debt, it is odious among men.
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Certainly, it is idle at the best among men, to lay asseverations of Religion without ground, upon every trifle.
Certainly, it is idle At the best among men, to lay asseverations of Religion without ground, upon every trifle.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He that will avoid danger, must not come near it; he must avoid all that borders upon it.
He that will avoid danger, must not come near it; he must avoid all that borders upon it.
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I would therefore more care were had even of these. I will onely adde one thing more;
I would Therefore more care were had even of these. I will only add one thing more;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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whereas he calls God for a record upon his soul, that those that are over-much given to rash calling upon the Name of God, to rash swearing, let them know this, (as I said) that there is an imprecation implyed in every oath:
whereas he calls God for a record upon his soul, that those that Are overmuch given to rash calling upon the Name of God, to rash swearing, let them know this, (as I said) that there is an imprecation employed in every oath:
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they do as it were curse themselves. If the thing be not true, their damnation is sealed under a curse:
they do as it were curse themselves. If the thing be not true, their damnation is sealed under a curse:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they call God to record upon their soules against themselves. Let us so live, that our life may be a kind of oath:
they call God to record upon their Souls against themselves. Let us so live, that our life may be a kind of oath:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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the life of a Christian should be so:
the life of a Christian should be so:
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An oath is a calling God to witnesse, a calling God to curse if it be not so.
an oath is a calling God to witness, a calling God to curse if it be not so.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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A Christian should live so, as he may call God to witnesse for every action he doth;
A Christian should live so, as he may call God to witness for every actium he does;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to bring himself to an oath, under a curse oft-times;
to bring himself to an oath, under a curse ofttimes;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they might think, What would he have done if he had come? would he have enforced us? Oh no;
they might think, What would he have done if he had come? would he have Enforced us? O no;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as it is in Ezra, and oft in Scripture, If I do not so and so, &c. Because our nature is unstable, it starts from holy duties:
as it is in Ezra, and oft in Scripture, If I do not so and so, etc. Because our nature is unstable, it starts from holy duties:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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we should bring our selves to duties with an oath, under a curse. It is an excellent thing when we can live as in Gods presence;
we should bring our selves to duties with an oath, under a curse. It is an excellent thing when we can live as in God's presence;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to do all we do in the presence of God. God is a witnesse whether we call him, or no.
to do all we do in the presence of God. God is a witness whither we call him, or no.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore we should so carry our selves, that we might call God to witnesse the sincerity of our aimes, and whatsoever we do.
Therefore we should so carry our selves, that we might call God to witness the sincerity of our aims, and whatsoever we do.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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He is a witnesse, and he will be our Judge:
He is a witness, and he will be our Judge:
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therefore whether we formally in the manner of an oath call him or no, that is not the matter:
Therefore whither we formally in the manner of an oath call him or no, that is not the matter:
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but let us know and think that he is, and will be so.
but let us know and think that he is, and will be so.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I beseech you consider the sweet comfort that will arise out of it, that he that will live,
I beseech you Consider the sweet Comfort that will arise out of it, that he that will live,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and think, and affect, and speak in the presence of God, that he may call God to record of the sincerity of his intentions, of all that he speaks, and thinks, and doth;
and think, and affect, and speak in the presence of God, that he may call God to record of the sincerity of his intentions, of all that he speaks, and thinks, and does;
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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how comfortably shall he live, and give his account to God, that hath lived as in the presence of God all his dayes? He that hath presented to his soul (as it were) the barre of Christ in his life-time, that hath lived as one that could give an account and reckoning,
how comfortably shall he live, and give his account to God, that hath lived as in the presence of God all his days? He that hath presented to his soul (as it were) the bar of christ in his lifetime, that hath lived as one that could give an account and reckoning,
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when he comes to the point, that he must give up his account, how joyfully, and comfortably will he do it? So much for that verse.
when he comes to the point, that he must give up his account, how joyfully, and comfortably will he do it? So much for that verse.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I come now to the last Verse of the Chapter.
I come now to the last Verse of the Chapter.
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(24) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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VERSE XXIV. Not that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith ye stand.
VERSE XXIV. Not that we have dominion over your faith, but Are helpers of your joy: for by faith you stand.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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SAint Paul is yet in his clearing, he is yet in his apology, Not that we have dominion over your faith, &c. I do not tell you, I came not yet to spare you,
SAint Paul is yet in his clearing, he is yet in his apology, Not that we have dominion over your faith, etc. I do not tell you, I Come not yet to spare you,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as if I meant to domineer over your faith when I came:
as if I meant to domineer over your faith when I Come:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because those words, I came not yet, to spare you, might seem to carry some highnesse, some Lordlinesse with them,
Because those words, I Come not yet, to spare you, might seem to carry Some highness, Some Lordliness with them,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as if the Apostle would have taken much upon him;
as if the Apostle would have taken much upon him;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore he corrects those words in this Verse, Not that we have dominion over your faith, &c. So that in these words he removes a suspition of spiritual tyranny over them:
Therefore he corrects those words in this Verse, Not that we have dominion over your faith, etc. So that in these words he removes a suspicion of spiritual tyranny over them:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because he had said before, he came not, to spare them;
Because he had said before, he Come not, to spare them;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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especially an honest discreet Christian, when the Law of God speaks not directly;
especially an honest discreet Christian, when the Law of God speaks not directly;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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indeed your reformation hath spared me a labour, and you a chiding; but if I had reproved you sharply, it should have been for your good.
indeed your Reformation hath spared me a labour, and you a chiding; but if I had reproved you sharply, it should have been for your good.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Then, he sets down the true cause, We are helpers of your joy.
Then, he sets down the true cause, We Are helpers of your joy.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If I had come, and told you of your faults, if I had not spared you, it should have been to help your joy;
If I had come, and told you of your Faults, if I had not spared you, it should have been to help your joy;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and now I came not to you, it is to help your joy; my scope in all is to be a furtherer of your joy.
and now I Come not to you, it is to help your joy; my scope in all is to be a furtherer of your joy.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So these words are a reason of the former why he did not come, to domineer over their faith, For by faith ye stand.
So these words Are a reason of the former why he did not come, to domineer over their faith, For by faith you stand.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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You stand by faith, and you stand out by faith against all oppositions whatsoever, therefore your faith must not lean on me, I must not domineer over that you stand by,
You stand by faith, and you stand out by faith against all oppositions whatsoever, Therefore your faith must not lean on me, I must not domineer over that you stand by,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if your faith should rely on me, I am but a man;
if your faith should rely on me, I am but a man;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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faith must rely on God, it must have a better pillar then my self, you must stand upon Divine strength:
faith must rely on God, it must have a better pillar then my self, you must stand upon Divine strength:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore you stand by faith: and if you stand by faith, we have no reason to have dominion over your faith.
Therefore you stand by faith: and if you stand by faith, we have no reason to have dominion over your faith.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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These words are declined by many Interpreters, they know not what the dependance is:
These words Are declined by many Interpreters, they know not what the dependence is:
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but this is the best dependance of the words, We domineer not, or rule not over your faith:
but this is the best dependence of the words, We domineer not, or Rule not over your faith:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because by faith you stand as upon a bottom; you stand against all adverse power by faith.
Because by faith you stand as upon a bottom; you stand against all adverse power by faith.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore you had need to have it well founded, you had need to plant your faith well, by which you stand against all opposite power, and against all humane authority.
Therefore you had need to have it well founded, you had need to plant your faith well, by which you stand against all opposite power, and against all humane Authority.
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For a man may be a liar, and do good in many things:
For a man may be a liar, and do good in many things:
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a man hath a deceitful nature, as far as he hath a corrupt principle in him:
a man hath a deceitful nature, as Far as he hath a corrupt principle in him:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he may deceive, and yet be a good man too; in particular cases he may shew himself a changeable creature.
he may deceive, and yet be a good man too; in particular cases he may show himself a changeable creature.
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But there must be no falshood or uncertainty in faith: for it is a grace that must have truth, and certainty;
But there must be no falsehood or uncertainty in faith: for it is a grace that must have truth, and certainty;
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it must have unmoveable, and unchangeable truth to build on: therefore we domineer not over your faith, God forbid we should do so:
it must have Unmovable, and unchangeable truth to built on: Therefore we domineer not over your faith, God forbid we should do so:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for faith is the grace whereby you stand; if you should build upon us as men, you could not stand alway.
for faith is the grace whereby you stand; if you should built upon us as men, you could not stand always.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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The Point is clear, That No creature hath dominion over the faith of another. The faith of a man is onely subject to the Spirit of God, to God, and to Christ.
The Point is clear, That No creature hath dominion over the faith of Another. The faith of a man is only Subject to the Spirit of God, to God, and to christ.
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And by the way, S. Paul taxeth those false Apostles, and false Teachers, that laboured to creep into the consciences of people, to have higher place in the hearts of people then they should have, that so they might rule the people as they list.
And by the Way, S. Paul Taxes those false Apostles, and false Teachers, that laboured to creep into the Consciences of people, to have higher place in the hearts of people then they should have, that so they might Rule the people as they list.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now that should not be the scope of the Minister to have dominion over the faith of others;
Now that should not be the scope of the Minister to have dominion over the faith of Others;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for the Ministery is a Ministery, not a Magistracy. A Minister, so far as he is a Pastor, he is a Minister;
for the Ministry is a Ministry, not a Magistracy. A Minister, so Far as he is a Pastor, he is a Minister;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is, he is to deliver things from God that may stablish the soul, not to domineer over mens faith,
that is, he is to deliver things from God that may establish the soul, not to domineer over men's faith,
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as if he could prescribe what men should believe.
as if he could prescribe what men should believe.
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Now to unfold this Point, I will first shew what it is to have no dominion over mens faith.
Now to unfold this Point, I will First show what it is to have no dominion over men's faith.
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And then what it is to have dominion and rule over other mens faith, and who are guilty of this.
And then what it is to have dominion and Rule over other men's faith, and who Are guilty of this.
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Not to have dominion over another mans faith, it is not when a Church doth force prescribing to the Articles of Religion, that is not to have dominion over the faith of others, to draw people to conformity of the same Religion in the substantials of it; (as some that seek extravagant liberty, lay that imputation perhaps,) it is used in all Churches.
Not to have dominion over Another men faith, it is not when a Church does force prescribing to the Articles of Religion, that is not to have dominion over the faith of Others, to draw people to conformity of the same Religion in the substantials of it; (as Some that seek extravagant liberty, lay that imputation perhaps,) it is used in all Churches.
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Again, it is not to domineer over faith, to suppresse that that they call of late in neighbour-Countreys a liberty of prophesie, to suppresse a liberty of preaching when men list;
Again, it is not to domineer over faith, to suppress that that they call of late in neighbour-Countreys a liberty of prophesy, to suppress a liberty of preaching when men list;
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that men should have an unbridled licence.
that men should have an unbridled licence.
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We see in Polonia, and those Countreys, what abundance of Hereticks there are, where there is more liberty to preach,
We see in Polonia, and those Countries', what abundance of Heretics there Are, where there is more liberty to preach,
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and to publish what men list. Those Countreys are like Africk, where (they say) there are alway new Monsters.
and to publish what men list. Those Countries' Are like Africa, where (they say) there Are always new Monsters.
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Or like to Egypt, when Nilus overflowes, it leaves a slime behind, and when the Sun works upon that slime, it breeds many imperfect strange creatures:
Or like to Egypt, when Nilus overflows, it leaves a slime behind, and when the Sun works upon that slime, it breeds many imperfect strange creatures:
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So those Countreys where there is liberty of Religions, there are alwayes some strange novel opinions, some Monsters:
So those Countries' where there is liberty of Religions, there Are always Some strange novel opinions, Some Monsters:
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experience of forreign Countreys shews it too true: therefore to hinder that extravagant liberty, is not dominion over faith.
experience of foreign Countries' shows it too true: Therefore to hinder that extravagant liberty, is not dominion over faith.
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Nay, to force men to the meanes of faith, it is not to domineer over faith.
Nay, to force men to the means of faith, it is not to domineer over faith.
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S. Austin himself was once of this mind, that people were not to be forced: it is true;
S. Austin himself was once of this mind, that people were not to be forced: it is true;
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but they may be compelled to the means, though they cannot be compelled to believe. Men may be compelled to the means by mulcts, and other courses of State.
but they may be compelled to the means, though they cannot be compelled to believe. Men may be compelled to the means by mulcts, and other courses of State.
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And it is a happy necessity when people are forced to the means, under which means by Gods blessing they may be reduced to abetter habit, and temper of soul.
And it is a happy necessity when people Are forced to the means, under which means by God's blessing they may be reduced to abetter habit, and temper of soul.
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Therefore it is cruelty to neglect this care, to leave people to their own liberty to attend upon the means,
Therefore it is cruelty to neglect this care, to leave people to their own liberty to attend upon the means,
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or not to attend on them. Therefore our State is, and may be justified well, for those violent courses to Recusants.
or not to attend on them. Therefore our State is, and may be justified well, for those violent courses to Recusants.
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And many of them after blesse God they have done it, and they have cause. For there is a Majestie in the Ordinances of God:
And many of them After bless God they have done it, and they have cause. For there is a Majesty in the Ordinances of God:
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if people were brought under the means, Gods Spirit would make the means effectual.
if people were brought under the means, God's Spirit would make the means effectual.
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And there is not a greater snare of the Devil, whereby he holds more in the Romish Church in perdition,
And there is not a greater snare of the devil, whereby he holds more in the Romish Church in perdition,
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then by perswading them that it is a dangerous thing to come to our prayers, and to attend upon the means of salvation:
then by persuading them that it is a dangerous thing to come to our Prayers, and to attend upon the means of salvation:
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when as in our Liturgy there is nothing that may justly offend. Therefore to force to the means, it is not to domineer over faith;
when as in our Liturgy there is nothing that may justly offend. Therefore to force to the means, it is not to domineer over faith;
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because it is onely a drawing from outward inforcement to the use of means.
Because it is only a drawing from outward enforcement to the use of means.
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Again, it is not a ruling over faith, nor a base slavery, when men hear the Word of God opened directly,
Again, it is not a ruling over faith, nor a base slavery, when men hear the Word of God opened directly,
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and clearly, when men shall perswade others according to their own judgment, that this is so, and when others shall yield.
and clearly, when men shall persuade Others according to their own judgement, that this is so, and when Others shall yield.
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There is some faith that may be called in some degree implicite faith, and obedience, that is not sinful, but good, and discreet.
There is Some faith that may be called in Some degree implicit faith, and Obedience, that is not sinful, but good, and discreet.
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As when men by their standing in the Church, and by their experience and holinesse of life, are thought to be men that speak agreeable to the ground of Scripture,
As when men by their standing in the Church, and by their experience and holiness of life, Are Thought to be men that speak agreeable to the ground of Scripture,
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though they have not a direct rule, and place of Scripture for it; other mens conscience may follow what they say:
though they have not a Direct Rule, and place of Scripture for it; other men's conscience may follow what they say:
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I have been directed by such men at such times, that by reason of their calling have opportunity to advise.
I have been directed by such men At such times, that by reason of their calling have opportunity to Advice.
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But this frees it from base service, that it must be with reservation, till it appear otherwise by some place of Scripture,
But this frees it from base service, that it must be with reservation, till it appear otherwise by Some place of Scripture,
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or till better counsel may be yielded:
or till better counsel may be yielded:
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obedience to others with reservation, and counselling with others, this is no domineering, because it is with reserving our selves to a further discovery, and a further light.
Obedience to Others with reservation, and counseling with Others, this is no domineering, Because it is with reserving our selves to a further discovery, and a further Light.
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That the Moralists use to call the opinion of an honest man: where the Law speaks not, it is much to be esteemed:
That the Moralists use to call the opinion of an honest man: where the Law speaks not, it is much to be esteemed:
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then he that speaks out of conscience, and some light, he may perswade another man with this reservation till further light be discovered:
then he that speaks out of conscience, and Some Light, he may persuade Another man with this reservation till further Light be discovered:
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this is no domineering over faith.
this is no domineering over faith.
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I might take away many things that might breed a suspition, as if we domineered over the faith of others, when we do not.
I might take away many things that might breed a suspicion, as if we domineered over the faith of Others, when we do not.
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But to come to shew you this positive truth, what this tyranny over the faith of others is, and where it is practised.
But to come to show you this positive truth, what this tyranny over the faith of Others is, and where it is practised.
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Those tyrannize over the faith of others, that do equalize mens Traditions, some Canons of their own with the Word of God, Those tyrannise over the faith of Others, that do equalise men's Traditions, Some Canonas of their own with the Word of God,
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and presse them with equal violence, perhaps more: because they are bra• … s of their own brain.
and press them with equal violence, perhaps more: Because they Are bra• … s of their own brain.
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Those that will devise a voluntary worship of God, and so intangle people, and tell them, This you must do,
Those that will devise a voluntary worship of God, and so entangle people, and tell them, This you must do,
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when there is no ground for it in the Word of God: it is will-worship. God loves willing worship, when we worship him willingly:
when there is no ground for it in the Word of God: it is will-worship. God loves willing worship, when we worship him willingly:
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but he loves not-will-worship, when it is the device of our own brain how we will serve him. As if a servant;
but he loves not-will-worship, when it is the device of our own brain how we will serve him. As if a servant;
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or a slave must devise how his Lord will be served:
or a slave must devise how his Lord will be served:
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what impudency is this, if we consider what God is? They tyrannize over peoples consciences, that equalize their own dotages, (though they account them witty devices,) and their own inventions with the worship of God:
what impudence is this, if we Consider what God is? They tyrannise over peoples Consciences, that equalise their own dotages, (though they account them witty devices,) and their own Inventions with the worship of God:
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that jumble all together, as if conscience were equally bound to any device of their own, as to Gods Word.
that jumble all together, as if conscience were equally bound to any device of their own, as to God's Word.
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Again, those do tyrannize over the faith of others, that think they can make Articles in Religion to bind conscience.
Again, those do tyrannise over the faith of Others, that think they can make Articles in Religion to bind conscience.
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Those that think to free themselves from the danger of errour, as if what they said were unfallible, they tyrannize over others.
Those that think to free themselves from the danger of error, as if what they said were unfallible, they tyrannise over Others.
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Those that for trifles excommunicate whole Churches, because they hold not correspondency with them in their errours, they tyrannize over the faith of others.
Those that for trifles excommunicate Whole Churches, Because they hold not correspondency with them in their errors, they tyrannise over the faith of Others.
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Those that withhold the means of knowledge, that so in a dark time all their fooleries may be more admired.
Those that withhold the means of knowledge, that so in a dark time all their fooleries may be more admired.
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As we see masks, and such like overly things, they must have the commendation of some light that is not so glorious as the Sun to win admiration of men:
As we see masks, and such like overly things, they must have the commendation of Some Light that is not so glorious as the Sun to win admiration of men:
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so those that would win admiration of their fooleries, they shut people (as much as they may) in darknesse, that they may have their persons,
so those that would win admiration of their fooleries, they shut people (as much as they may) in darkness, that they may have their Persons,
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and all other things in admiration;
and all other things in admiration;
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this is to tyrannize over faith, and to hinder them from that that is the means to reform them better
this is to tyrannise over faith, and to hinder them from that that is the means to reform them better
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But who are guilty of all this?
But who Are guilty of all this?
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We see what Church especially is guilty of this of domineering over the faith of others:
We see what Church especially is guilty of this of domineering over the faith of Others:
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that is, the Church of Rome. The Councell of Trent equalizeth Traditions with the Word of God:
that is, the Church of Room. The Council of Trent equalizeth Traditions with the Word of God:
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they divide the Word of God into the written, and unwritten; and under a curse they pronounce that all must be received with the same reverence.
they divide the Word of God into the written, and unwritten; and under a curse they pronounce that all must be received with the same Reverence.
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And then they have devised a will-worship of their own, and follow, and force their will-worship with greater violence, And then they have devised a will-worship of their own, and follow, and force their will-worship with greater violence,
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then the worship of God, and they set Gods stamp upon all their fooleries to gain authority, under the name of Christs Church,
then the worship of God, and they Set God's stamp upon all their fooleries to gain Authority, under the name of Christ Church,
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and the Word of God, they carry all. Again, you know, they hold the Church to be infallible:
and the Word of God, they carry all. Again, you know, they hold the Church to be infallible:
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they hold the judgment of the Pope, the man of sin, to be infalible, he cannot erre;
they hold the judgement of the Pope, the man of since, to be infallible, he cannot err;
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and hereupon whatsoever he saith, it must bind conscience, because he is in his Chair and cannot erre:
and hereupon whatsoever he Says, it must bind conscience, Because he is in his Chair and cannot err:
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whatsoever he saith is the scope of Gods Word, infallible.
whatsoever he Says is the scope of God's Word, infallible.
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And this is a fundamental errour, as we call it, a first lie, a leading lie.
And this is a fundamental error, as we call it, a First lie, a leading lie.
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This is moving to errour, this is the mover that moves all other errours under it.
This is moving to error, this is the mover that moves all other errors under it.
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For where upon is all the abominations of Popery justified? They are iustified by this,
For where upon is all the abominations of Popery justified? They Are justified by this,
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though they seem ridiculous, grosse, and blasphemous, they came from the Church, and the Church is virtually in the Pope.
though they seem ridiculous, gross, and blasphemous, they Come from the Church, and the Church is virtually in the Pope.
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An absurd Position, that the whole Church should be virtually in one man: yet that is the Jesuitical opinion: and the Church cannot erre:
an absurd Position, that the Whole Church should be virtually in one man: yet that is the Jesuitical opinion: and the Church cannot err:
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therefore it is good, because these tenents come from him whose judgment is infallible. That is the errour that leadeth to, and establisheth all other errours under it; it is the first lie.
Therefore it is good, Because these tenants come from him whose judgement is infallible. That is the error that leads to, and Establisheth all other errors under it; it is the First lie.
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And in lies, there is a leading, one goes under another, they never go alone; so this is the leading lie of all Popery, that the Pope cannot erre:
And in lies, there is a leading, one Goes under Another, they never go alone; so this is the leading lie of all Popery, that the Pope cannot err:
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by this means they domineer over the faith of others; and make the people even beasts indeed.
by this means they domineer over the faith of Others; and make the people even beasts indeed.
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But to see the indignity of this, that the Pope cannot erre, it is the greatest errour of all,
But to see the indignity of this, that the Pope cannot err, it is the greatest error of all,
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and the prevention of all amendment on their side:
and the prevention of all amendment on their side:
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do you think that they will ever amend their opinion, when they hold this that is a block in the way of all reformation, that the Pope can erre? for deny that,
do you think that they will ever amend their opinion, when they hold this that is a block in the Way of all Reformation, that the Pope can err? for deny that,
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and you call all the fabrick of their Religion in question: and grant that, it stops all reformation on their side.
and you call all the fabric of their Religion in question: and grant that, it stops all Reformation on their side.
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What reformation may we hope for on their side that hold this Position, that they cannot erre? Hence come all their treasons, and rebellions:
What Reformation may we hope for on their side that hold this Position, that they cannot err? Hence come all their treasons, and rebellions:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they have some dispensation from the Pope, and he cannot erre, though he prescribe rebellion, and treason.
they have Some Dispensation from the Pope, and he cannot err, though he prescribe rebellion, and treason.
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Another opinion they have, that the Church is the Judge of all Controversies, in which the faith of men must be resolved at last;
another opinion they have, that the Church is the Judge of all Controversies, in which the faith of men must be resolved At last;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but it is the Pope that the Jesuits mean.
but it is the Pope that the Jesuits mean.
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Now this is indeed to domineer over the faith, to make a man of sin to be a Judge over all points of faith,
Now this is indeed to domineer over the faith, to make a man of since to be a Judge over all points of faith,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and faith to be resolved at last into that, into the judgment of the Church.
and faith to be resolved At last into that, into the judgement of the Church.
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The Church hath an inducing power, a leading power, perswading to the belief of the Scriptures,
The Church hath an inducing power, a leading power, persuading to the belief of the Scriptures,
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and to hear what God saith in his Word;
and to hear what God Says in his Word;
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but after, there is inward intrinsical grounds in the Word, that make us to know the Word without the Church.
but After, there is inward intrinsical grounds in the Word, that make us to know the Word without the Church.
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Now they would have the authority of the Word depend upon the Church, and so over-rule mens consciences in that case.
Now they would have the Authority of the Word depend upon the Church, and so overrule men's Consciences in that case.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Whereas all that the Church hath, is a leading, inducing, perswading to hear the Word, under which Word,
Whereas all that the Church hath, is a leading, inducing, persuading to hear the Word, under which Word,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Ordinance we shall see such light and majestie in the Scriptures, that from inward grounds we shall be perswaded that the Word of God is the Word of God.
and Ordinance we shall see such Light and majesty in the Scriptures, that from inward grounds we shall be persuaded that the Word of God is the Word of God.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Therefore the Church is the first inducer to believe the Word of God, not the last object to which all is resolved.
Therefore the Church is the First inducer to believe the Word of God, not the last Object to which all is resolved.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For they themselves crosse it in their tenents when they speak discreetly. Is this opinion so, and so? The Church holds it:
For they themselves cross it in their tenants when they speak discreetly. Is this opinion so, and so? The Church holds it:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but what authority hath the Church to maintain it? where is the authority of your Church? then they bring some place of Scripture:
but what Authority hath the Church to maintain it? where is the Authority of your Church? then they bring Some place of Scripture:
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I will be with you to the end of the world. I will be with you to the end of the world.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And, He that heareth you, heareth me, &c. I do but a little discover to you the danger of this errour.
And, He that hears you, hears me, etc. I do but a little discover to you the danger of this error.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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They make the Word of God to be believed, because the Church saith so:
They make the Word of God to be believed, Because the Church Says so:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they make truth to be believed, because their man of sin, whom they depend upon, saith so.
they make truth to be believed, Because their man of since, whom they depend upon, Says so.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Do we believe the Trinity, or that Christ is our Redeemer, because the Church saith so? should we not believe it except the Church say so? what if the Church teach the Doctrine of Devils,
Do we believe the Trinity, or that christ is our Redeemer, Because the Church Says so? should we not believe it except the Church say so? what if the Church teach the Doctrine of Devils,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as they do? they cannot shake it off; we must believe, because the Church saith so;
as they do? they cannot shake it off; we must believe, Because the Church Says so;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so upon equal grounds they shall teach the Doctrine of Devils, and the Doctrine of Christ, because the Church saith so.
so upon equal grounds they shall teach the Doctrine of Devils, and the Doctrine of christ, Because the Church Says so.
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As it was said anciently, he that believes two things, the one for the other, he believes not two, but one in effect;
As it was said anciently, he that believes two things, the one for the other, he believes not two, but one in Effect;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because he believes the one for the other: So in effect they believe nothing but the Church;
Because he believes the one for the other: So in Effect they believe nothing but the Church;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is, themselves believe the truth to be divine, because they say so: so they may believe any devillish errour, because they say so:
that is, themselves believe the truth to be divine, Because they say so: so they may believe any devilish error, Because they say so:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so any treason, or rebellion must go current, because they say so, because they cannot erre.
so any treason, or rebellion must go current, Because they say so, Because they cannot err.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Yyou see how they domineer over the faith of others: shall not Christ be Christ, nor God be God, nor the Devil be the Devill,
Yyou see how they domineer over the faith of Others: shall not christ be christ, nor God be God, nor the devil be the devil,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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except the Church say so?
except the Church say so?
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Again, in the very matters themselves, in the points that themselves do not urge, the Church of Rome domineers,
Again, in the very matters themselves, in the points that themselves do not urge, the Church of Room domineers,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and tyrannizeth over the souls of people.
and tyrannizes over the Souls of people.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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For example, they hold that the intention of a Minister in the Sacrament makes it effectual.
For Exampl, they hold that the intention of a Minister in the Sacrament makes it effectual.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What a fear doth this breed in the souls of men, that they know not whether they be baptized or no,
What a Fear does this breed in the Souls of men, that they know not whither they be baptised or no,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because it must be in the intention of the Minister? And then in confession, they must confesse all:
Because it must be in the intention of the Minister? And then in Confessi, they must confess all:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what a tyranny is this to the souls of people, when perhaps there is somewhat that they have not confessed,
what a tyranny is this to the Souls of people, when perhaps there is somewhat that they have not confessed,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so their confession is of no worth? And in satisfaction:
and so their Confessi is of no worth? And in satisfaction:
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perhaps I have not made satisfaction enough by their injunction laid on me, and therefore I must satisfie in hell:
perhaps I have not made satisfaction enough by their injunction laid on me, and Therefore I must satisfy in hell:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what a rack is this to conscience? So, what a rack to conscience is that opinion, that the Pope cannot erre:
what a rack is this to conscience? So, what a rack to conscience is that opinion, that the Pope cannot err:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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when I cannot tell perhaps whether he be the right Pope or no;
when I cannot tell perhaps whither he be the right Pope or no;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if he came in by Simony, or is not in Cathedra? and many conditions they have to salve that Point.
if he Come in by Simony, or is not in Cathedra? and many conditions they have to salve that Point.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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If any of those conditions be not observed, he is not the man he should be:
If any of those conditions be not observed, he is not the man he should be:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what tyranny do they force upon people over their faith? Therefore they are called in the Revelations, scorpions:
what tyranny do they force upon people over their faith? Therefore they Are called in the Revelations, scorpions:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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indeed they are spiritual Scorpions, that sting the souls of Gods people. The Devil is the King of darknesse;
indeed they Are spiritual Scorpions, that sting the Souls of God's people. The devil is the King of darkness;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and is not he the Prince of darknesse that maintains ignorance of the Word of God, that all his old tenents and opinions may have the better sway;
and is not he the Prince of darkness that maintains ignorance of the Word of God, that all his old tenants and opinions may have the better sway;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that he may sit in the blind and dark consciences of people? It is said, 2. Thess. 2. that he sits in the Temple of God, that is, in the Church:
that he may fit in the blind and dark Consciences of people? It is said, 2. Thess 2. that he sits in the Temple of God, that is, in the Church:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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nay, he labours to have another Temple, to sit in mans soul, which is the Temple of the Holy Ghost.
nay, he labours to have Another Temple, to fit in men soul, which is the Temple of the Holy Ghost.
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It is not sufficient for him that is the man of sin to have any other place, he must sit in the very souls and consciences of men.
It is not sufficient for him that is the man of since to have any other place, he must fit in the very Souls and Consciences of men.
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Satan hath a special malice to sit in the place of God;
Satan hath a special malice to fit in the place of God;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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since he was turned out of heaven, and cannot come thither, he will come to that place (if he can) upon earth where God should be:
since he was turned out of heaven, and cannot come thither, he will come to that place (if he can) upon earth where God should be:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and where will God be? God will especially be in the hearts of his people, in the souls, and consciences of his people. Conscience is Gods throne:
and where will God be? God will especially be in the hearts of his people, in the Souls, and Consciences of his people. Conscience is God's throne:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Satan being thrust out of heaven, labours to stablish his throne there.
Satan being thrust out of heaven, labours to establish his throne there.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Now they that are Satans vicars led with his spirit, they are of the same mind;
Now they that Are Satan Vicars led with his Spirit, they Are of the same mind;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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let them be what kind of great ones they will, they desire to sit in Gods throne, in the conscience:
let them be what kind of great ones they will, they desire to fit in God's throne, in the conscience:
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and if a man will not tie his conscience to them, he is no body to them.
and if a man will not tie his conscience to them, he is no body to them.
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This is the property of Antichrist in the highest degree:
This is the property of Antichrist in the highest degree:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as far as any are addicted to this, that they will not be satisfied, but the consciences of men must be tied to them, they must deny all honesty,
as Far as any Are addicted to this, that they will not be satisfied, but the Consciences of men must be tied to them, they must deny all honesty,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and justice, and law, and all to please them, and to gratifie them with particular kindnesse;
and Justice, and law, and all to please them, and to gratify them with particular kindness;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so farre they are led with the spirit of Antichrist, and of the Devil himself, who labours to sit in Gods throne, that is, in the hearts, and consciences of people.
so Far they Are led with the Spirit of Antichrist, and of the devil himself, who labours to fit in God's throne, that is, in the hearts, and Consciences of people.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And therefore (as I said) they labour to keep people in darknesse for this very purpose, that people may let them into their consciences,
And Therefore (as I said) they labour to keep people in darkness for this very purpose, that people may let them into their Consciences,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and rule them as they please. As Sampson, when they had put out his eyes, they led him to base services:
and Rule them as they please. As Sampson, when they had put out his eyes, they led him to base services:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so do they with Gods people, they put out their eyes, and then they lead them to grind in the mill, to all the base services they can.
so do they with God's people, they put out their eyes, and then they led them to grind in the mill, to all the base services they can.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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It is not to be spoken of the brutish slavery, and ignorance that is in Spain, and other Countreys where that Devillish Inquisition reigns, which is a great help to Popish Tyranny.
It is not to be spoken of the brutish slavery, and ignorance that is in Spain, and other Countries' where that Devilish Inquisition reigns, which is a great help to Popish Tyranny.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What should I speak of the state of the Romish Church? indeed the main scope of it is to subdue all to them, to subdue all Kings, and Kingdomes to them;
What should I speak of the state of the Romish Church? indeed the main scope of it is to subdue all to them, to subdue all Kings, and Kingdoms to them;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that is the grand scope of the greatest of them: others have their particular scope for their bellies, and base ends:
that is the grand scope of the greatest of them: Others have their particular scope for their bellies, and base ends:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but those among them that have brains, that are Governours, their scope is to bring all under their girdle:
but those among them that have brains, that Are Governors, their scope is to bring all under their girdle:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and how shall they do this? They cannot bring their persons, but they must bring their consciences:
and how shall they do this? They cannot bring their Persons, but they must bring their Consciences:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for where the conscience is, the person will follow presently;
for where the conscience is, the person will follow presently;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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therefore they labour to lay a tie upon the conscience of Prince and people, upon all, that so they may domineer and rule over their consciences.
Therefore they labour to lay a tie upon the conscience of Prince and people, upon all, that so they may domineer and Rule over their Consciences.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And for that end, they labour to nourish them up in blindnesse: for by blindnesse they rule in the conscience;
And for that end, they labour to nourish them up in blindness: for by blindness they Rule in the conscience;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and ruling their conscience, they may rule their persons and Kingdomes. This is their main scope, this hath been their plot for many hundred years.
and ruling their conscience, they may Rule their Persons and Kingdoms. This is their main scope, this hath been their plot for many hundred Years.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So that the Romish Religion indeed is nothing but a meer carnal devillish policy, to bring others to be subject to them:
So that the Romish Religion indeed is nothing but a mere carnal devilish policy, to bring Others to be Subject to them:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and to make not only Kings, and Princes, but to make God, and Christ, and the Scriptures, whatsoever is divine or humane to make all to serve their aimes.
and to make not only Kings, and Princes, but to make God, and christ, and the Scriptures, whatsoever is divine or humane to make all to serve their aims.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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What do they with Christ, but under the Name of Christ serve themselves? What do they with the Church,
What do they with christ, but under the Name of christ serve themselves? What do they with the Church,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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but under the name of the Church, carry their own ends? What do they with the names of Saints and Angels, Peter, Mary, &c. but under a plausible pretence carry their own ends,
but under the name of the Church, carry their own ends? What do they with the names of Saints and Angels, Peter, Marry, etc. but under a plausible pretence carry their own ends,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and set up a visible greatnesse in this world, answerable to the Cesarian Monarchy? This is plain and evident to all that will see, that it is so;
and Set up a visible greatness in this world, answerable to the Cesarian Monarchy? This is plain and evident to all that will see, that it is so;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and one main way to attain their ends is to rule over the conscience.
and one main Way to attain their ends is to Rule over the conscience.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And that they may help all the better forward, they have raised in the Church a kind of faith which they call an implicite,
And that they may help all the better forward, they have raised in the Church a kind of faith which they call an implicit,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and infolded faith, that people must believe what the Church teacheth, though they know not in particular what the Church teacheth,
and enfolded faith, that people must believe what the Church Teaches, though they know not in particular what the Church Teaches,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and so they lead people hoodwinck'd whither they please themselves. To make some Use of it briefly.
and so they led people hoodwincked whither they please themselves. To make Some Use of it briefly.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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O beloved, it is a great tyranny when conscience is awaked, to be racked and tormented, and stung by Scorpions: Oh Beloved, it is a great tyranny when conscience is awaked, to be racked and tormented, and stung by Scorpions:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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to have conscience tormented with Popish errours;
to have conscience tormented with Popish errors;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as in the point of satisfaction, the most of them (if their eyes be open) they dye with terrour.
as in the point of satisfaction, the most of them (if their eyes be open) they die with terror.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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O, it is a blessed liberty that we are brought out of Antichristian darknesse, that we know we believe,
O, it is a blessed liberty that we Are brought out of Antichristian darkness, that we know we believe,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and upon what termes we believe; and are taught to submit our conscience only to the blessed truth of God:
and upon what terms we believe; and Are taught to submit our conscience only to the blessed truth of God:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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that the soul it is the bed (as it were) only for Christ, and his holy Spirit to dwell in, and to lodge in:
that the soul it is the Bed (as it were) only for christ, and his holy Spirit to dwell in, and to lodge in:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and that no man may force the conscience with any opinion of his own, further then it is demonstrated out of the Word of God:
and that no man may force the conscience with any opinion of his own, further then it is demonstrated out of the Word of God:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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what a sweet inlargement of Spirit do we live in now!
what a sweet enlargement of Spirit do we live in now!
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and our unthankfulnesse perhaps may occasion God to bring us in some degree of Popish darknesse again.
and our unthankfulness perhaps may occasion God to bring us in Some degree of Popish darkness again.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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I beseech you, let us stand for the liberty of Christ, and the liberty of our consciences against the spirituall tyrant of soules.
I beseech you, let us stand for the liberty of christ, and the liberty of our Consciences against the spiritual tyrant of Souls.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Let us maintain our liberty by all we can, by all lawes and execution of lawes;
Let us maintain our liberty by all we can, by all laws and execution of laws;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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by all that may uphold our spirituall liberty: for there is no bondage to that of the soul.
by all that may uphold our spiritual liberty: for there is no bondage to that of the soul.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Do but a little consider the misery of the implicite faith that the Popish sort are under, that infolded, inwrapped faith, wherein they are bound to believe (without searching) what the Church determines.
Do but a little Consider the misery of the implicit faith that the Popish sort Are under, that enfolded, inwrapped faith, wherein they Are bound to believe (without searching) what the Church determines.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Hereupon they swallow in all doctrines that tend to superstition, that tend to rebellion, that tends to treason;
Hereupon they swallow in all doctrines that tend to Superstition, that tend to rebellion, that tends to treason;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they swallow up all under this implicite faith: as if God had set an Ordinance, and Ministery in the Church against himself:
they swallow up all under this implicit faith: as if God had Set an Ordinance, and Ministry in the Church against himself:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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as if he had advanced any Ministery against his own Ordinance.
as if he had advanced any Ministry against his own Ordinance.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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When you think of Popery, consider not so much particular dotages, as about Images, and Transubstantiation, When you think of Popery, Consider not so much particular dotages, as about Images, and Transubstantiation,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and Reliques, &c. but consider the very life, and soul of Popery in this opinion, the leading errour of all others, the tyranny over soules of people,
and Relics, etc. but Consider the very life, and soul of Popery in this opinion, the leading error of all Others, the tyranny over Souls of people,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and holding them in blindnesse and darknesse. It is not a device of mine; do but read the Council of Trent in some editions.
and holding them in blindness and darkness. It is not a device of mine; do but read the Council of Trent in Some editions.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There the late Pins Quartus that sate there daily, he made more Articles then the Apostles, distinct, not proved by Scripture;
There the late Pins Quartus that sat there daily, he made more Articles then the Apostles, distinct, not proved by Scripture;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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he made Articles of his own to be believed;
he made Articles of his own to be believed;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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people were tied upon the necessity of salvation to believe them, and to believe them with that faith that is due to Scripture.
people were tied upon the necessity of salvation to believe them, and to believe them with that faith that is due to Scripture.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And it is a common tenent among them, Every man is bound to be under the authority of the Church of Rome, under peril of damnation.
And it is a Common tenent among them, Every man is bound to be under the Authority of the Church of Rome, under peril of damnation.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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There is the grand errour, that 'tis a matter necessary to salvation to be under their tyranny.
There is the grand error, that it's a matter necessary to salvation to be under their tyranny.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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Hereby they excommunicated all the Eastern Churches, and all former times wherein they were not undes the Romane tyranny:
Hereby they excommunicated all the Eastern Churches, and all former times wherein they were not undes the Roman tyranny:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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for that is but of late, six hundred years since; they condemned S. Cyprian's time, and other times.
for that is but of late, six hundred Years since; they condemned S. Cyprian's time, and other times.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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And they made Articles of Religion, and established them with this censure, that upon pain of damnation men must believe these things as well as the Articles of the Creed;
And they made Articles of Religion, and established them with this censure, that upon pain of damnation men must believe these things as well as the Articles of the Creed;
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As Transubstantiation, Invocation of Saints, Purgatory, and such things:
As Transubstantiation, Invocation of Saints, Purgatory, and such things:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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they are so many Articles indeed, (as I say) they have more Articles then the twelve Articles of the Apostles.
they Are so many Articles indeed, (as I say) they have more Articles then the twelve Articles of the Apostles.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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We say, an errour in the foundation, it is not mended after: and the first concoction if it be naught, all after are naught:
We say, an error in the Foundation, it is not mended After: and the First concoction if it be nought, all After Are nought:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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if there be not good concoction in the stomack at the first, the blood is naught, and all is naught.
if there be not good concoction in the stomach At the First, the blood is nought, and all is nought.
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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So this is a fundamental errour, and a ground of all errours, that they hold they cannot erre;
So this is a fundamental error, and a ground of all errors, that they hold they cannot err;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and hereupon they come to tyrannize over the consciences, and soules of people.
and hereupon they come to tyrannise over the Consciences, and Souls of people.
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Therefore (I say) let us blesse God that hath set our soules in spiritual liberty, that now we see God in the face of Christ:
Therefore (I say) let us bless God that hath Set our Souls in spiritual liberty, that now we see God in the face of christ:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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now we see the means of salvation; we see the bread of life broken to us; we see Christ unveiled;
now we see the means of salvation; we see the bred of life broken to us; we see christ unveiled;
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we see what to found our consciences upon: we cannot be sufficiently thankful for this.
we see what to found our Consciences upon: we cannot be sufficiently thankful for this.
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Thankfull we may be for the peace of the Kingdome that we have so long a time enjoyed,
Thankful we may be for the peace of the Kingdom that we have so long a time enjoyed,
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and for the outward prosperity we have so long had: But above all, be thankful for the peace of Religion, for the peace of conscience,
and for the outward Prosperity we have so long had: But above all, be thankful for the peace of Religion, for the peace of conscience,
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for the liberty of soul that we enjoy.
for the liberty of soul that we enjoy.
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And (as I said) if any thing move God to strip us of all, it will be our unthankfulnesse,
And (as I said) if any thing move God to strip us of all, it will be our unthankfulness,
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and our practice witnessing our unthankfulnesse, by valuing no more the blessed estate of the Gospel we enjoy.
and our practice witnessing our unthankfulness, by valuing no more the blessed estate of the Gospel we enjoy.
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for he doth not repeat the word again, We have not dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your faith:
for he does not repeat the word again, We have not dominion over your faith, but Are helpers of your faith:
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Not that we have dominion over your faith. This disposition, to domineer over the faith of others, from abominable grounds it ariseth:
Not that we have dominion over your faith. This disposition, to domineer over the faith of Others, from abominable grounds it arises:
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Partly from pride, and tyranny, that they would set themselves in the Temple of Christ, where he should rule in the hearts of his people. And partly, out of idlenesse:
Partly from pride, and tyranny, that they would Set themselves in the Temple of christ, where he should Rule in the hearts of his people. And partly, out of idleness:
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they raise the credit of their own Traditions, that they may not be forced to take the labour of instructing the people;
they raise the credit of their own Traditions, that they may not be forced to take the labour of instructing the people;
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therefore they fasten a greater vertue upon outward things then there can be, only to avoid the labour of instruction.
Therefore they fasten a greater virtue upon outward things then there can be, only to avoid the labour of instruction.
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And then it riseth partly from guilt, they are so in their lives (especially if they be looked inwardly into) as that they cannot endure the knowledge of people.
And then it Riseth partly from guilt, they Are so in their lives (especially if they be looked inwardly into) as that they cannot endure the knowledge of people.
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They are afraid that people should know much, lest they know them too well, and their courses, and errours.
They Are afraid that people should know much, lest they know them too well, and their courses, and errors.
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So partly from pride, and partly from idlenesse and sloath, and partly from guilt, they domineer over the faith of Gods people.
So partly from pride, and partly from idleness and sloth, and partly from guilt, they domineer over the faith of God's people.
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But are helpers of your joy.
But Are helpers of your joy.
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The end of the Ministery is not to tyrannize over peoples soules, to sting, and vex them,
The end of the Ministry is not to tyrannise over peoples Souls, to sting, and vex them,
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but to minister comfort, to be helpers of their joy; that is, to help their salvation, and happinesse; which is here termed joy:
but to minister Comfort, to be helpers of their joy; that is, to help their salvation, and happiness; which is Here termed joy:
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because joy is a principal part of happinesse in this world, and in the world to come.
Because joy is a principal part of happiness in this world, and in the world to come.
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Now the end of the Ministery is to set the peoples hearts into a gracious,
Now the end of the Ministry is to Set the peoples hearts into a gracious,
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and blessed liberty, to bring them into the Kingdome of grace here, and to fit them for the Kingdome of glory, to help forward their joy.
and blessed liberty, to bring them into the Kingdom of grace Here, and to fit them for the Kingdom of glory, to help forward their joy.
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This is the end, both of the Word, and of the dispensation of the Word, in the Ordinances of salvation in the Sacraments,
This is the end, both of the Word, and of the Dispensation of the Word, in the Ordinances of salvation in the Sacraments,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and all, that our joy may be full:
and all, that our joy may be full:
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as our blessed Saviour saith, These things have I spoken, that your joy may be full.
as our blessed Saviour Says, These things have I spoken, that your joy may be full.
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It is the end of all our communion with the Father, Son and Holy Ghost, and with the Ministery, and one with another;
It is the end of all our communion with the Father, Son and Holy Ghost, and with the Ministry, and one with Another;
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as it is, 1 Joh. 1. These things have I written, that your joy may be full;
as it is, 1 John 1. These things have I written, that your joy may be full;
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you have communion with the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, and with us, that your joy may be full; all is for spiritual joy.
you have communion with the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, and with us, that your joy may be full; all is for spiritual joy.
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We are helpers of your joy. The meaning is, we are helpers of your faith, from whence joy comes more especially:
We Are helpers of your joy. The meaning is, we Are helpers of your faith, from whence joy comes more especially:
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but instead of that, he names joy, as that that doth accompany true faith. The Points considerable in this clause are these:
but instead of that, he names joy, as that that does accompany true faith. The Points considerable in this clause Are these:
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That joy is the state of Christians that either they are in, or should labour to be in:
That joy is the state of Christians that either they Are in, or should labour to be in:
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because the Apostle names it for all happinesse here. All that have given their names to Christ, should labour to rejoyce;
Because the Apostle names it for all happiness Here. All that have given their names to christ, should labour to rejoice;
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either they do rejoyce, or they should labour to come to it: that is supposed as a ground:
either they do rejoice, or they should labour to come to it: that is supposed as a ground:
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I will be the shorter in it. The second is, That the Ministers are helpers of this blessed condition.
I will be the shorter in it. The second is, That the Ministers Are helpers of this blessed condition.
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The third is, They are but helpers; they are helpers, and but helpers; they are not authours of joy, but helpers:
The third is, They Are but helpers; they Are helpers, and but helpers; they Are not Authors of joy, but helpers:
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We are but helpers of your joy, saith the Apostle. These three things I will speak of briefly out of these words.We Are but helpers of your joy, Says the Apostle. These three things I will speak of briefly out of these words.
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First, Joy is that frame and state of soul, that all that have given their names to Christ, either are in,
First, Joy is that frame and state of soul, that all that have given their names to christ, either Are in,
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or should labour to be in. For this Doctrine is fetched from the principle of nature. We do all with joy;
or should labour to be in. For this Doctrine is fetched from the principle of nature. We do all with joy;
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all in our callings is done with joy.
all in our callings is done with joy.
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What do men in their Trades, but that they may have that that they may joy in when they have it? It is an old Observation of S. Chrysostome, We do all, that we may joy.
What do men in their Trades, but that they may have that that they may joy in when they have it? It is an old Observation of S. Chrysostom, We do all, that we may joy.
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Ask any man why he doth take so much pains, and be a drudge in his place? it is that he may get somewhat to rejoyce in in his old dayes.
Ask any man why he does take so much pains, and be a drudge in his place? it is that he may get somewhat to rejoice in in his old days.
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So out of the principle of nature this ought to be the scope of all, to joy.
So out of the principle of nature this ought to be the scope of all, to joy.
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Now those that are Christians, God requires it at their hand as a duty, Rejoyce alway, again I say, rejoyce.
Now those that Are Christians, God requires it At their hand as a duty, Rejoice always, again I say, rejoice.
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And he doth prepare and give them matter enough of joy, to those that are Christians.
And he does prepare and give them matter enough of joy, to those that Are Christians.
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For whether we consider the ills they are freed from, the greatest ills of all:
For whither we Consider the ills they Are freed from, the greatest ills of all:
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they are freed from sin, and the wrath of God, they are freed from eternal damnation;
they Are freed from since, and the wrath of God, they Are freed from Eternal damnation;
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they are freed from the sting of death, from the greatest and most terrible ills. Or whether we regard the state that God brings them in by believing;
they Are freed from the sting of death, from the greatest and most terrible ills. Or whither we regard the state that God brings them in by believing;
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being in the favour of God, they enjoy the fruits of that favour, peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost. being in the favour of God, they enjoy the fruits of that favour, peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
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And then for the life to come, they are under the hope of glory. The state of a Christian is a state of joy every way,
And then for the life to come, they Are under the hope of glory. The state of a Christian is a state of joy every Way,
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whether (I say) we regard the ill he is freed from, or the good he is in for the present,
whither (I say) we regard the ill he is freed from, or the good he is in for the present,
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or the hope of eternal good for the time to come. A Christian which way soever he look, hath matter of joy.
or the hope of Eternal good for the time to come. A Christian which Way soever he look, hath matter of joy.
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God the Father is his, Christ is his, the Holy Ghost is his Comforter;
God the Father is his, christ is his, the Holy Ghost is his Comforter;
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the Angels are his, all are his, life, or death, things present, or things to come, all are his.
the Angels Are his, all Are his, life, or death, things present, or things to come, all Are his.
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Therefore there is no question of this, that every one that hath given his name to Christ is in a state of joy, (if he answer his calling,) or he should labour to be in it, he wrongs his codition else.
Therefore there is no question of this, that every one that hath given his name to christ is in a state of joy, (if he answer his calling,) or he should labour to be in it, he wrongs his condition Else.
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Why should they labour to be in that state?
Why should they labour to be in that state?
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Among many Reasons, one is, That God that gives them such matter of joy, may have glory from them.
Among many Reasons, one is, That God that gives them such matter of joy, may have glory from them.
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For what should the life of a Christian be that is freed from the greatest ill,
For what should the life of a Christian be that is freed from the greatest ill,
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and advanced to the greatest good? his life should be a perpetual thanksgiving to God;
and advanced to the greatest good? his life should be a perpetual thanksgiving to God;
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and how can a man be thankfull, that is not joyful? Joy is as it were the oyl, the anointing it makes a man chearful, it makes the countenance of his soul to be chearful, it makes him active in good when he is anointed with the oyl of gladnesse.
and how can a man be thankful, that is not joyful? Joy is as it were the oil, the anointing it makes a man cheerful, it makes the countenance of his soul to be cheerful, it makes him active in good when he is anointed with the oil of gladness.
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Now every man should have a desire to be good, to be diligent and expedite in all that is good.
Now every man should have a desire to be good, to be diligent and expedite in all that is good.
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Therefore we should labour for this spiritual anointing, that we may be ready for every good work;
Therefore we should labour for this spiritual anointing, that we may be ready for every good work;
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Vessels of mercy prepared for every good work. And then for suffering, we have many things to go through in this world;Vessels of mercy prepared for every good work. And then for suffering, we have many things to go through in this world;
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how shall a man suffer those things that are between him and Heaven, with joy, unlesse he labour to bring himself to this temper of joy? how shall a man suffer those things that Are between him and Heaven, with joy, unless he labour to bring himself to this temper of joy?
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And then for others, every man should labour to encourage others.
And then for Others, every man should labour to encourage Others.
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We are all fellow-passengers in the way to Heaven, therefore even to bring on others more chearfully, we ought to labour to be in a state of joy.
We Are all fellow-passengers in the Way to Heaven, Therefore even to bring on Others more cheerfully, we ought to labour to be in a state of joy.
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Those that do not rejoyce, they bring an ill report upon the way of God, as if it were a desolate, disconsolate way.
Those that do not rejoice, they bring an ill report upon the Way of God, as if it were a desolate, disconsolate Way.
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As the Spies brought an ill report upon the Land of Canaan, whereupon the people were disheartned from entring into it.
As the Spies brought an ill report upon the Land of Canaan, whereupon the people were disheartened from entering into it.
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So those that labour not to bring their hearts to spiritual joy, they bring an ill report on the wayes of God,
So those that labour not to bring their hearts to spiritual joy, they bring an ill report on the ways of God,
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and dishearten others from entring into those wayes; which way soever we look, we have reasons to encourage us to joy:
and dishearten Others from entering into those ways; which Way soever we look, we have Reasons to encourage us to joy:
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That God may have more glory; and that we may do him more service; that we may endure afflictions better, and encourage others:
That God may have more glory; and that we may do him more service; that we may endure afflictions better, and encourage Others:
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and take away the reproach of Religion from those that think it a melancholy course of life;
and take away the reproach of Religion from those that think it a melancholy course of life;
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which indeed do not understand what belongs to the state of a Christian: for the state of a Christian is a state of joy.
which indeed do not understand what belongs to the state of a Christian: for the state of a Christian is a state of joy.
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And if a Christian do not joy, it is not because he is a Christian,
And if a Christian do not joy, it is not Because he is a Christian,
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but because he is not a Christian enough, because he favours the worse principle in him, he favours himself in some work of the flesh.
but Because he is not a Christian enough, Because he favours the Worse principle in him, he favours himself in Some work of the Flesh.
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God in the Covenant of grace is all love and mercy; he would have us in our pilgrimage to heaven, to finish our course with joy:
God in the Covenant of grace is all love and mercy; he would have us in our pilgrimage to heaven, to finish our course with joy:
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and he knowes we can do nothing except we have some joy.
and he knows we can do nothing except we have Some joy.
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It is the oyl of the soul (as I said) to make it nimble and fit for all actions, and for all sufferings.
It is the oil of the soul (as I said) to make it nimble and fit for all actions, and for all sufferings.
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It gives a lustre and grace to whatsoever we do:
It gives a lustre and grace to whatsoever we do:
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Not onely God loves a chearfull performer of duties, but it wins acceptance of all others;
Not only God loves a cheerful performer of duties, but it wins acceptance of all Others;
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and makes the worker himself wondrous ready to any action. This I mention onely as a ground.
and makes the worker himself wondrous ready to any actium. This I mention only as a ground.
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A Christian that hath given his name to Christ, is either in a state of joy,
A Christian that hath given his name to christ, is either in a state of joy,
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or else should labour for it.
or Else should labour for it.
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The second (which is the main) is, That The Word of God as it is unfolded, is that that helps this joy.
The second (which is the main) is, That The Word of God as it is unfolded, is that that helps this joy.
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We are helpers of your joy, we Ministers, S. Paul spake of himself as a Minister.
We Are helpers of your joy, we Ministers, S. Paul spoke of himself as a Minister.
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The Word of God is a helper of joy, especially as it is unfolded, considered as it is dispensed in the Ministery.
The Word of God is a helper of joy, especially as it is unfolded, considered as it is dispensed in the Ministry.
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You know the Word of God, it is called The Word of reconciliation, because it doth unfold the Covenant between God and us:
You know the Word of God, it is called The Word of reconciliation, Because it does unfold the Covenant between God and us:
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It is called The Word of the Kingdom, The Word of life, &c. which all are causes of joy;
It is called The Word of the Kingdom, The Word of life, etc. which all Are Causes of joy;
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therefore the Word breeds joy, Psal. 19. 8. One commendation of the Statures of God is, that They comfort the heart, and refresh the heart.
Therefore the Word breeds joy, Psalm 19. 8. One commendation of the Statures of God is, that They Comfort the heart, and refresh the heart.
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He followes the commendations of the Word at large, The Statutes of God are perfect, converting the soul;
He follows the commendations of the Word At large, The Statutes of God Are perfect, converting the soul;
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The Testimonies of God are sure, making wise the simple. The Testimonies of God Are sure, making wise the simple.
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And among the rest of the commendations, as a commendation issuing from the rest, The Statutes of God are right, rejoycing the heart.
And among the rest of the commendations, as a commendation issuing from the rest, The Statutes of God Are right, rejoicing the heart.
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The Word of God is a Cordial, especially to refresh, and solace the heart.
The Word of God is a Cordial, especially to refresh, and solace the heart.
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Saint Paul, Rom. 15. 4. makes it the scope of the Word, Whatsoever was written afore-time, was written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.
Saint Paul, Rom. 15. 4. makes it the scope of the Word, Whatsoever was written aforetime, was written for our learning, that we through patience and Comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.
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So likewise, 1 Cor. 14. He that Prophesieth speaketh to men to edification, to exhortation, and to comfort.
So likewise, 1 Cor. 14. He that Prophesieth speaks to men to edification, to exhortation, and to Comfort.
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He that prophesieth, that unfoldeth the Word, he speaketh to men to edification, to exhortation, and to comfort. He that Prophesieth, that unfolds the Word, he speaks to men to edification, to exhortation, and to Comfort.
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So the end of the Word, and the end of prophesying, the Ministery of the Word, is to help our joy, our comfort, to support us against all ills eithert felt or feared, by greater arguments then the ill is.
So the end of the Word, and the end of prophesying, the Ministry of the Word, is to help our joy, our Comfort, to support us against all ills eithert felt or feared, by greater Arguments then the ill is.
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For that is to comfort and rejoyce, to make any to joy, it is to support the soul against all grievance either spiritual,
For that is to Comfort and rejoice, to make any to joy, it is to support the soul against all grievance either spiritual,
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or outward, either felt or feared, and that from stronger arguments then the grievances are. If they be equally poized, it is no comfort;
or outward, either felt or feared, and that from Stronger Arguments then the grievances Are. If they be equally poised, it is no Comfort;
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if the comfort be inferiour, it is no comfort.
if the Comfort be inferior, it is no Comfort.
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As the Heathen man complained of those comforts he had, I know not how it is,
As the Heathen man complained of those comforts he had, I know not how it is,
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but the Physick I have to cure the grievance of my mind, it yields to the malice of the disease, the disease is above the cure:
but the Physic I have to cure the grievance of my mind, it yields to the malice of the disease, the disease is above the cure:
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So it is true of all Philosophical comforts, that are fetched out of the shop of nature, the Physick yields to the disease:
So it is true of all Philosophical comforts, that Are fetched out of the shop of nature, the Physic yields to the disease:
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the malady or disease exceeds the remedy, therefore there is no comfort.
the malady or disease exceeds the remedy, Therefore there is no Comfort.
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Comfort is, when the inward support is greater and stronger then the grievance is, whatsoever it be.
Comfort is, when the inward support is greater and Stronger then the grievance is, whatsoever it be.
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Now such comfort must onely be fetched out of the Word. The Scripture is a common treasury of all good, and comfortable doctrines:
Now such Comfort must only be fetched out of the Word. The Scripture is a Common treasury of all good, and comfortable doctrines:
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but especially as it is dispensed in the Ministery, as it is divided by the Ministers of God;
but especially as it is dispensed in the Ministry, as it is divided by the Ministers of God;
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thereafter as they see the necessity of Gods people, and the exigents they are brought to, accordingly they should draw comfort out of this common treasury.
thereafter as they see the necessity of God's people, and the exigents they Are brought to, accordingly they should draw Comfort out of this Common treasury.
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Thereupon that that Christ saith of himself, Esay 50. Thou hast given me the tongue of the learned to speak a word in season to the weary soul:
Thereupon that that christ Says of himself, Isaiah 50. Thou hast given me the tongue of the learned to speak a word in season to the weary soul:
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it is true of all the true Ministers of Christ, that have that spiritual anointing, that have the same Spirit that Christ had:
it is true of all the true Ministers of christ, that have that spiritual anointing, that have the same Spirit that christ had:
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God hath anointed them that they might speak a word in season to poor distressed soules.God hath anointed them that they might speak a word in season to poor distressed Souls.
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God hath given them the tongue of the learned for this very end and purpose. God hath given them a healing tongue for a wounded soul.
God hath given them the tongue of the learned for this very end and purpose. God hath given them a healing tongue for a wounded soul.
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Indeed, they carry Physick in their tongues; and the very leaves, the very words, have a medicinal force.
Indeed, they carry Physic in their tongues; and the very leaves, the very words, have a medicinal force.
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When those that are true Ministers speak a word in season to a wounded, distressed soul, the Spirit goes with the Word,
When those that Are true Ministers speak a word in season to a wounded, distressed soul, the Spirit Goes with the Word,
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and it hath wondrous efficacy for the comfort, and raising up of the soul. Experience shewes this.
and it hath wondrous efficacy for the Comfort, and raising up of the soul. Experience shows this.
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Now to give a few instances how it is done, how the Ministers do it, how they are helpers of our joy. They do it first of all, by acquainting people with the ill estate they are in:
Now to give a few instances how it is done, how the Ministers do it, how they Are helpers of our joy. They do it First of all, by acquainting people with the ill estate they Are in:
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for all sound comfort comes from the knowledge of our grief, and freedome from it.
for all found Comfort comes from the knowledge of our grief, and freedom from it.
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They acquaint people with their estate by nature, that they are in the state of damnation, that they are under the curse of God, under the wrath of God, that they are in a spiritual bondage:
They acquaint people with their estate by nature, that they Are in the state of damnation, that they Are under the curse of God, under the wrath of God, that they Are in a spiritual bondage:
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they labour that they together with the Spirit of bondage, may make people to see their state of bondage.
they labour that they together with the Spirit of bondage, may make people to see their state of bondage.
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For they must plow before they sow, and the Law must go before the Gospel. The Law shewes the wound, but the Gospel heales the wound.
For they must blow before they sow, and the Law must go before the Gospel. The Law shows the wound, but the Gospel heals the wound.
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Now they must know the wound; the commanding part, all the threatening part of the Word.
Now they must know the wound; the commanding part, all the threatening part of the Word.
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They must know what they are, before they can know their comfort.
They must know what they Are, before they can know their Comfort.
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Therefore John Baptist he came before Christ, he made way for the sweet doctrine of Christ that came with blessing in his mouth, Blessed are the poor in spirit;
Therefore John Baptist he Come before christ, he made Way for the sweet Doctrine of christ that Come with blessing in his Mouth, Blessed Are the poor in Spirit;
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Blessed are they that hunger and thirst:
Blessed Are they that hunger and thirst:
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Blessed are those that suffer persecution, &c. Even as to Elias there was a strong wind came before the still voyce;Blessed Are those that suffer persecution, etc. Even as to Elias there was a strong wind Come before the still voice;
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so there must be somewhat to rend, and to open the heart, before this oyl of comfort can be poured in.
so there must be somewhat to rend, and to open the heart, before this oil of Comfort can be poured in.
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Now that is the first thing, the Ministers help people to comfort, by helping them to understand themselves, what they are in the state of nature.
Now that is the First thing, the Ministers help people to Comfort, by helping them to understand themselves, what they Are in the state of nature.
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They labour to search the wound first, to cure the soul as much as they can of all guile of spirit, that the soul may not be guilefull to misunderstand it self.
They labour to search the wound First, to cure the soul as much as they can of all guile of Spirit, that the soul may not be guileful to misunderstand it self.
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And when they have done this, then they breed joy, by propounding; and shewing the remedy which is in Jesus Christ:
And when they have done this, then they breed joy, by propounding; and showing the remedy which is in jesus christ:
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then they open the riches of Gods love in Christ, then open the sweet box of oyntment in Christ, they shew to man his righteousnesse.
then they open the riches of God's love in christ, then open the sweet box of ointment in christ, they show to man his righteousness.
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As you have an excellent place in Job, Chap. 33. 14. of the whole force of the Ministery, it is followed at large what the Minister doth to bring a man to joy:
As you have an excellent place in Job, Chap. 33. 14. of the Whole force of the Ministry, it is followed At large what the Minister does to bring a man to joy:
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he begins, verse 14. God speaks once and twice, but man perceives it not; In visions and dreams by night, when deep sleep falls upon them:
he begins, verse 14. God speaks once and twice, but man perceives it not; In visions and dreams by night, when deep sleep falls upon them:
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then he opens the eares of man, and seales instruction, &c. He chastiseth him with pain upon his bed,
then he Opens the ears of man, and Seals instruction, etc. He Chastiseth him with pain upon his Bed,
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and the multitude of his bones with strong pain; so that his life abhorres bread. He speaks of a man, that is brought down by the sight of sinne;and the multitude of his bones with strong pain; so that his life abhors bred. He speaks of a man, that is brought down by the sighed of sin;
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His flesh is consumed away, it cannot be seen, his bones stick out, &c. A strange description of a man in a disconsolate estate;His Flesh is consumed away, it cannot be seen, his bones stick out, etc. A strange description of a man in a disconsolate estate;
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his soul drawes near to the grave, and his life to the destroyers.
his soul draws near to the grave, and his life to the destroyers.
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What of all this? what is the way to bring him out of this? If there be a messenger with him,
What of all this? what is the Way to bring him out of this? If there be a Messenger with him,
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an interpreter, one of a thousand, one that hath the tongue of the learned, to shew a man his righteousnesse,
an interpreter, one of a thousand, one that hath the tongue of the learned, to show a man his righteousness,
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then God is gracious to him, and delivers him from going to the pit.
then God is gracious to him, and delivers him from going to the pit.
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I have found a ransome, &c. The messenger, one of a thousand, the man of God, that hath the tongue of the learned, he hath shewed him where his ransome is to be had, he hath shewed him his righteousnesse.I have found a ransom, etc. The Messenger, one of a thousand, the man of God, that hath the tongue of the learned, he hath showed him where his ransom is to be had, he hath showed him his righteousness.
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Thus did S. Peter, after he had brought them to Men and brethren, what shall we do to be saved? then he points them out to Jesus Christ.
Thus did S. Peter, After he had brought them to Men and brothers, what shall we do to be saved? then he points them out to jesus christ.
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Therefore the Ministery is called the Ministery of reconciliation, and the Ministery of peace; they are called Messengers of peace. You know joy comes from reconciliation with God in Christ, joy comes from peace.
Therefore the Ministry is called the Ministry of reconciliation, and the Ministry of peace; they Are called Messengers of peace. You know joy comes from reconciliation with God in christ, joy comes from peace.
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Now the Ministers they are Messengers of reconciliation, and Messengers of peace, and therefore Messengers of joy;
Now the Ministers they Are Messengers of reconciliation, and Messengers of peace, and Therefore Messengers of joy;
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They bring glad tydings of joy. They bring glad tidings of joy.
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You see how Ministers are helpers of joy, by shewing to man his ill, and then by shewing to man his good, and comfort in Jesus Christ;
You see how Ministers Are helpers of joy, by showing to man his ill, and then by showing to man his good, and Comfort in jesus christ;
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they shew, that where sin hath abounded, grace abounds much more.
they show, that where since hath abounded, grace abounds much more.
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They dig the Mine, to let people see what riches, what treasure they have in the Word of God,
They dig the Mine, to let people see what riches, what treasure they have in the Word of God,
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and what comfort they have there. And then in the continual course of life, they are helpers of joy:
and what Comfort they have there. And then in the continual course of life, they Are helpers of joy:
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For what do Ministers if they be faithful in their places, but advise in cases of conscience what people should do? so their Office is to remove all scruples,
For what do Ministers if they be faithful in their places, but Advice in cases of conscience what people should do? so their Office is to remove all scruples,
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and hindrances, and obstacles of spiritual joy, by advising them what to avoid, and what to do.
and hindrances, and obstacles of spiritual joy, by advising them what to avoid, and what to do.
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We know that light is a state of joy: The Ministery of the Gospel is light, it sets up the light of Gods truth;
We know that Light is a state of joy: The Ministry of the Gospel is Light, it sets up the Light of God's truth;
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it shewes them the way they should go in all the course of their life: and thereupon it rejoyceth them.
it shows them the Way they should go in all the course of their life: and thereupon it Rejoiceth them.
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The Word of God is a Lanthorn, especially in the Ministery. Spiritual liberty, and freedome, that doth make people joyful:
The Word of God is a Lantern, especially in the Ministry. Spiritual liberty, and freedom, that does make people joyful:
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but the end of the Ministery is to set people more and more at liberty;
but the end of the Ministry is to Set people more and more At liberty;
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both from the former estate that I named, and likewise daily by office, to set them at liberty from corruptions, and temptations, and snares;
both from the former estate that I nam, and likewise daily by office, to Set them At liberty from corruptions, and temptations, and snares;
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to bring them to an enlarged estate. Victory, and Triumph is a state of joy:
to bring them to an enlarged estate. Victory, and Triumph is a state of joy:
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Now the Ministers of God teach Gods people, how to fight Gods battels, how to handle their weapons,
Now the Ministers of God teach God's people, how to fight God's battles, how to handle their weapons,
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how to answer temptations, how to conquer all, and at length how to triumph: therefore in that regard they are helpers of their joy:
how to answer temptations, how to conquer all, and At length how to triumph: Therefore in that regard they Are helpers of their joy:
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they encourage them against discouragements, against infirmities and afflictions, against Satans temptations, shewing them grounds of joy out of the Scriptures.
they encourage them against discouragements, against infirmities and afflictions, against Satan temptations, showing them grounds of joy out of the Scriptures.
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Then they are helpers of their joy, by forcing it as a duty upon them, Rejoyce evermore, and again I say, rejoyce, saith S. Paul. They are as guides among the rest of the Travellers, that encourage them in the way to heaven, Come on, let us go chearfully.
Then they Are helpers of their joy, by forcing it as a duty upon them, Rejoice evermore, and again I say, rejoice, Says S. Paul. They Are as guides among the rest of the Travellers, that encourage them in the Way to heaven, Come on, let us go cheerfully.
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As the Apostles in all their Epistles, they stirre up to joy and chearfulnesse: so should those do that are guides to Gods people.
As the Apostles in all their Epistles, they stir up to joy and cheerfulness: so should those doe that Are guides to God's people.
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Travellers they need refreshments of wine, &c. Now thus the Ministers of God help the people of God in their spiritual travel to heaven:
Travellers they need refreshments of wine, etc. Now thus the Ministers of God help the people of God in their spiritual travel to heaven:
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if the people of God faint at any time, then as it is, Cant. 2. they refresh them with apples and wine, with the comforts of the Holy Ghost:
if the people of God faint At any time, then as it is, Cant 2. they refresh them with Apples and wine, with the comforts of the Holy Ghost:
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they are ready to support and comfort them in all their spiritual falls, when they are ready to sink.
they Are ready to support and Comfort them in all their spiritual falls, when they Are ready to sink.
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We see by experience in all places where the Ministery of the Word is established,
We see by experience in all places where the Ministry of the Word is established,
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how comfortably people live, and dye, and end their dayes above other people that sit in darknesse, and in the shadow of death:
how comfortably people live, and die, and end their days above other people that fit in darkness, and in the shadow of death:
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so we see this is true, That the Ministers help joy, because they help that that breeds joy, not onely at the first,
so we see this is true, That the Ministers help joy, Because they help that that breeds joy, not only At the First,
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but continually help the joy of the people of God, even to death.
but continually help the joy of the people of God, even to death.
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And then in death it self, the end of the Ministery is to help joy, to help them to heaven, to help them to a joyful departure hence, to give them a good and comfortable loose out of this world, drawing comfort out of the Word for this purpose:
And then in death it self, the end of the Ministry is to help joy, to help them to heaven, to help them to a joyful departure hence, to give them a good and comfortable lose out of this world, drawing Comfort out of the Word for this purpose:
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for whatsoever the Minister doth, it is by drawing comfort out of the Word, shewing them that the sting of death is taken away, that now death is reconciled,
for whatsoever the Minister does, it is by drawing Comfort out of the Word, showing them that the sting of death is taken away, that now death is reconciled,
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and become a friend to us in Christ;
and become a friend to us in christ;
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that it is but a passage to heaven, that now it is the end of all misery,
that it is but a passage to heaven, that now it is the end of all misery,
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and the beginning of all happinesse, Blessed are those that die in the Lord; so they assist, and help them in those last agonies.
and the beginning of all happiness, Blessed Are those that die in the Lord; so they assist, and help them in those last agonies.
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There is special use of the dispensation of the Word in all conditions while we live,
There is special use of the Dispensation of the Word in all conditions while we live,
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and at the hour of death.
and At the hour of death.
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You see it is clear, (I need not further enlarge the Point) that the Ministers by reason of the Word (which indeed is the main thing that comforts,) they are helpers of the joy of Gods people.
You see it is clear, (I need not further enlarge the Point) that the Ministers by reason of the Word (which indeed is the main thing that comforts,) they Are helpers of the joy of God's people.
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But you will say, They help Gods people to sorrow, and they vex and trouble them oft-times.
But you will say, They help God's people to sorrow, and they vex and trouble them ofttimes.
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Indeed carnal men think so, as the two Witnesses in the Revelations, it is said, They vexed the men upon the earth:
Indeed carnal men think so, as the two Witnesses in the Revelations, it is said, They vexed the men upon the earth:
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so indeed the faithful witnesses of God, they vex the earthly-minded, base men; as Ahab said of Elias, Thou art he that troubleth Israel;
so indeed the faithful Witnesses of God, they vex the earthly-minded, base men; as Ahab said of Elias, Thou art he that Troubles Israel;
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he accounted him as one that troubled Israel, when it was himself that troubled Israel: these Ministers, they are accounted those that marre all the mirth in the world;
he accounted him as one that troubled Israel, when it was himself that troubled Israel: these Ministers, they Are accounted those that mar all the mirth in the world;
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that a man that is given to pleasures and delights, he trembles at the sight of them,
that a man that is given to pleasures and delights, he trembles At the sighed of them,
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as men opposite to his delights, and carnal course, he cannot brook the very sight of them:
as men opposite to his delights, and carnal course, he cannot brook the very sighed of them:
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so it is with a carnal man.
so it is with a carnal man.
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But we may make an Use hence to judge of what spirit they are that judge and think so, they are not true believers:
But we may make an Use hence to judge of what Spirit they Are that judge and think so, they Are not true believers:
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for there is no man that hath given his name to Christ, and makes it good by his life that he is a good Christian,
for there is no man that hath given his name to christ, and makes it good by his life that he is a good Christian,
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but he accounts the Ministers helpers of his joy. Those that do not so, are in an ill course;
but he accounts the Ministers helpers of his joy. Those that do not so, Are in an ill course;
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and which is worse, they resolve to be in an ill course.
and which is Worse, they resolve to be in an ill course.
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Therefore let us make much of the Ordinances of God, as that which is the joy of our soules;
Therefore let us make much of the Ordinances of God, as that which is the joy of our Souls;
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not onely make much of the Word of God, but of the Word of God in the ministerial dispensation of it:
not only make much of the Word of God, but of the Word of God in the ministerial Dispensation of it:
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for oft-times we find that comfort by the opening of the Word of God, that our own reading and private endeavours could never help us to, experience shewes that.
for ofttimes we find that Comfort by the opening of the Word of God, that our own reading and private endeavours could never help us to, experience shows that.
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We see when the Enuch was to be converted, it was he that read, but Philip was sent to open the Word to him,
We see when the Eunuch was to be converted, it was he that read, but Philip was sent to open the Word to him,
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and then he went away rejoycing.
and then he went away rejoicing.
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And so the poor Jayler when the Word was opened, and applyed to him, then he rejoyced:
And so the poor Jailer when the Word was opened, and applied to him, then he rejoiced:
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therefore as we intend our own comfort, let us regard the Ministery.
Therefore as we intend our own Comfort, let us regard the Ministry.
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Many object that that Naaman the Assyrian did, I can have as much comfort by reading.
Many Object that that Naaman the assyrian did, I can have as much Comfort by reading.
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I would they were so well occupied: I would they were so well occupied:
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but God gives a curse to private means, when they are used with neglect of the publick.
but God gives a curse to private means, when they Are used with neglect of the public.
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And joy comes from Gods Spirit:
And joy comes from God's Spirit:
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God will not attend our pleasure to giveus joy and delight in what we single out,
God will not attend our pleasure to giveus joy and delight in what we single out,
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but in his own course and way.
but in his own course and Way.
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And if Naaman the Assyrian, that thought the rivers of Damascus were as good as Jordan, and therefore he thought it a fond thing to wash there;
And if Naaman the assyrian, that Thought the Rivers of Damascus were as good as Jordan, and Therefore he Thought it a found thing to wash there;
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if he had not yielded to the counsel of his servants, he had gone a leper home as he came; but he was wiser:
if he had not yielded to the counsel of his Servants, he had gone a leper home as he Come; but he was Wiser:
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So those that cavil at the Ordinance of God, they may live and die Lepers for ought I know,
So those that cavil At the Ordinance of God, they may live and die Lepers for ought I know,
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except with meeknesse of spirit they attend upon the Ordinance.
except with meekness of Spirit they attend upon the Ordinance.
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But you will say, Those that are true Christians, and good men, they are oft-times cast down by the Ministery,
But you will say, Those that Are true Christians, and good men, they Are ofttimes cast down by the Ministry,
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and brought to pangs of conscience: therefore what joy can there be? how are they helpers of their joy?
and brought to pangs of conscience: Therefore what joy can there be? how Are they helpers of their joy?
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If they do so, yet it is that they might joy:
If they do so, yet it is that they might joy:
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S. Paul did bring the Corinthians here to sorrow, but he brought them to sorrow that they might joy;
S. Paul did bring the Corinthians Here to sorrow, but he brought them to sorrow that they might joy;
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so in 1 Cor. 14. he that speakes, speaks to edification, and exhortation, as well as to comfort. It is true;
so in 1 Cor. 14. he that speaks, speaks to edification, and exhortation, as well as to Comfort. It is true;
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as you have it excellently set down, 2. Cor. 7. 8. For though I made you sorry with a letter, I do not repent, though I did repent;
as you have it excellently Set down, 2. Cor. 7. 8. For though I made you sorry with a Letter, I do not Repent, though I did Repent;
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I was sorry that I was forced to be so bitter against you: for I perceive that the same Epistle made you sorry, though but for a season;
I was sorry that I was forced to be so bitter against you: for I perceive that the same Epistle made you sorry, though but for a season;
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now I rejoyce, not that you were made sorry: here is a sweet insinuation:now I rejoice, not that you were made sorry: Here is a sweet insinuation:
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but that you were sorry to repentance, for you were made sorry after a godly manner, that you might receive dammage by us in nothing.
but that you were sorry to Repentance, for you were made sorry After a godly manner, that you might receive damage by us in nothing.
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So the sorow that is wrought by the Ministery in the hearts of people, it is a sorrow to repentance, a sorrow tending to joy.
So the sorrow that is wrought by the Ministry in the hearts of people, it is a sorrow to Repentance, a sorrow tending to joy.
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We say of April, that the showers of that Moneth dispose the earth to flowers in the next;
We say of April, that the showers of that Monn dispose the earth to flowers in the next;
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so tears and grief wrought in the heart by the Ministery, they breed delight in the soul:
so tears and grief wrought in the heart by the Ministry, they breed delight in the soul:
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they frame the soul to a delightful, joyful temper after.
they frame the soul to a delightful, joyful temper After.
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And that is part of the scope of this very text, we are helpers of your joy, and therefore if I had not spared you,
And that is part of the scope of this very text, we Are helpers of your joy, and Therefore if I had not spared you,
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but had come in severity, all had been for joy: so whether the Minister open comfort, or direction it is for their joy.
but had come in severity, all had been for joy: so whither the Minister open Comfort, or direction it is for their joy.
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If they see them not in a state fit, then to discover to them their sin,
If they see them not in a state fit, then to discover to them their since,
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and danger, and to tell them, that they must be purged by repentance, before they can receive the Cordial of joy:
and danger, and to tell them, that they must be purged by Repentance, before they can receive the Cordial of joy:
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but all is for joy in the end. A Physician comes, and he gives sharp and bitter purges:
but all is for joy in the end. A physician comes, and he gives sharp and bitter purges:
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saith the Patient, I had thought you had come to make me better, and I am sicker now then I was before:
Says the Patient, I had Thought you had come to make me better, and I am sicker now then I was before:
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but he bids him be content, all this is for your health, and strength, and for your joyfulnesse of spirit after;
but he bids him be content, all this is for your health, and strength, and for your joyfulness of Spirit After;
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you will be the better for it: so in confidence of that he drinks down many a bitter potion:
you will be the better for it: so in confidence of that he drinks down many a bitter potion:
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So it is with those that sit under the Ministery of God, thought it be sharp,
So it is with those that fit under the Ministry of God, Thought it be sharp,
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and severe, and crosse their corruptions, yet it is medicinal physick for their soules, and all will end in the health of the soul, in joy afterwards.
and severe, and cross their corruptions, yet it is medicinal physic for their Souls, and all will end in the health of the soul, in joy afterwards.
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It will be objected again, The Word of God, and the dispensation of it, it is for Doctrine, to teach, and to instruct, and not especially to joy, that should not be the main end:
It will be objected again, The Word of God, and the Dispensation of it, it is for Doctrine, to teach, and to instruct, and not especially to joy, that should not be the main end:
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for we see in Rom. 14. Whatsoever was written, was written for our learning:
for we see in Rom. 14. Whatsoever was written, was written for our learning:
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but all teaching, and all exhortation, and all reproofe, they tend to comfort; even Doctrine it self tends to comfort.
but all teaching, and all exhortation, and all reproof, they tend to Comfort; even Doctrine it self tends to Comfort.
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For as it is with divers kinds of food, they have both a cherishing vertue in them to strengthen, and a healing vertue to cure:
For as it is with diverse Kinds of food, they have both a cherishing virtue in them to strengthen, and a healing virtue to cure:
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So it is with the Word of God, the doctrinal part of it hath a comforting force.
So it is with the Word of God, the doctrinal part of it hath a comforting force.
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And indeed, doctrine is for comfort:
And indeed, Doctrine is for Comfort:
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for what is comfort, but a strengthening of the affections, from some sound grounds of doctrine imprinted upon the understanding, whereof it is convinced before? The understanding is convinced throughly,
for what is Comfort, but a strengthening of the affections, from Some found grounds of Doctrine imprinted upon the understanding, whereof it is convinced before? The understanding is convinced thoroughly,
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before the soul can be comforted throughly.
before the soul can be comforted thoroughly.
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Therefore the Scripture tending to doctrine, (that being one end of it,) tends likewise to comfort,
Therefore the Scripture tending to Doctrine, (that being one end of it,) tends likewise to Comfort,
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because that is the issue of doctrine: for what is comfort, but doctrine applyed to a particular comfortable use?
Because that is the issue of Doctrine: for what is Comfort, but Doctrine applied to a particular comfortable use?
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As in Plants and Trees, what is the fruit of the tree? nothing but the juice of the tree applyed, and digested into fruit:
As in Plants and Trees, what is the fruit of the tree? nothing but the juice of the tree applied, and digested into fruit:
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so indeed, doctrine is that that runs through the whole life of a Christian, and the strength of Doctrine is in comfort.
so indeed, Doctrine is that that runs through the Whole life of a Christian, and the strength of Doctrine is in Comfort.
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Comfort is nothing but doctrine sweetly digested and applyed to the affections.
Comfort is nothing but Doctrine sweetly digested and applied to the affections.
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He will never be a good comforter, that doth not first stablish the judgment in some grounds of doctrine;
He will never be a good comforter, that does not First establish the judgement in Some grounds of Doctrine;
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to shew whence the comfort flowes.
to show whence the Comfort flows.
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So that howsoever there be many things in Scripture that are doctrinal, yet in the use of them those doctrinal Points tend to joy, and comfort.
So that howsoever there be many things in Scripture that Are doctrinal, yet in the use of them those doctrinal Points tend to joy, and Comfort.
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As (I said) in meat there is the same thing sometime that both nourisheth,
As (I said) in meat there is the same thing sometime that both Nourishes,
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and likewise refresheth, as a Cordial:
and likewise refresheth, as a Cordial:
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So the Word of God both nourisheth the understanding, and is as a Cordial to refresh and comfort;
So the Word of God both Nourishes the understanding, and is as a Cordial to refresh and Comfort;
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and it is a kind of joy to the soul, to have it stablished in sound doctrine;
and it is a kind of joy to the soul, to have it established in found Doctrine;
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that is the ground of comfort.
that is the ground of Comfort.
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So that notwithstanding any thing that can be objected, the end of the Word of God, especially in the dispensation of it, is to joy, and comfort.
So that notwithstanding any thing that can be objected, the end of the Word of God, especially in the Dispensation of it, is to joy, and Comfort.
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Which should teach people to regard the Ministery in this respect, that it is a helper of their comfort, that they do not grieve those that help their comfort:
Which should teach people to regard the Ministry in this respect, that it is a helper of their Comfort, that they do not grieve those that help their Comfort:
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for what is the end of a Minister, as a Minister, but to make others joy? that both God in heaven,
for what is the end of a Minister, as a Minister, but to make Others joy? that both God in heaven,
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and the Angels, and Ministers, and all may rejoyce together in the conversion of a Christian.
and the Angels, and Ministers, and all may rejoice together in the conversion of a Christian.
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Now for people to vex those that by vertue of their calling labour to help forward their joy, is very unkind usage:
Now for people to vex those that by virtue of their calling labour to help forward their joy, is very unkind usage:
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yet it was the entertainment that our blessed Lord and Master himself found in the world.
yet it was the entertainment that our blessed Lord and Master himself found in the world.
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And S. Paul himself saith, The more I love you, the lesse I am loved of you.
And S. Paul himself Says, The more I love you, the less I am loved of you.
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And then it should move people to lay open the case of their soules to their spiritual Physicians upon all good occasions.
And then it should move people to lay open the case of their Souls to their spiritual Physicians upon all good occasions.
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People do so for the Physicians of their bodies; they do so in doubtful cases for their estates:
People do so for the Physicians of their bodies; they do so in doubtful cases for their estates:
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is all so well in our soules that we need no help nor comfort? no removing of objections that the soul makes, no unloosing of the knots of conscience? is all so clear? or are men in a kind of numbnesse,
is all so well in our Souls that we need no help nor Comfort? no removing of objections that the soul makes, no unloosing of the knots of conscience? is all so clear? or Are men in a kind of numbness,
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and deadnesse, and Atheism that they think it is no matter, that they put all to a venture,
and deadness, and Atheism that they think it is no matter, that they put all to a venture,
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and think all is well? It were better for the souls of many if they had better acquaintance with their spiritual Pastors then they have:
and think all is well? It were better for the Souls of many if they had better acquaintance with their spiritual Pastors then they have:
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for their calling is to help the joy of the people:
for their calling is to help the joy of the people:
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and how can they help it except they lay open their estates to them upon good occasion? what do they herein but rob themselves of joy? they are their own enemies.
and how can they help it except they lay open their estates to them upon good occasion? what do they herein but rob themselves of joy? they Are their own enemies.
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I passe to the third, They are helpers of joy, and but helpers.
I pass to the third, They Are helpers of joy, and but helpers.
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They do but utter and propound matter of joy, grounds of joy from the Word of God; They do but utter and propound matter of joy, grounds of joy from the Word of God;
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but it is the Spirit of God that doth rejoyce the heart, The fruit of the lips is peace, it is true,
but it is the Spirit of God that does rejoice the heart, The fruit of the lips is peace, it is true,
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but it is when the Spirit of God speaks peace to the soul together with the lips;
but it is when the Spirit of God speaks peace to the soul together with the lips;
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God creates the fruit of the lips to be peace, saith Esay. The fruit of the lips is peace, b• … God creates it to be so:God creates the fruit of the lips to be peace, Says Isaiah. The fruit of the lips is peace, b• … God creates it to be so:
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so the Ministers are comforters, but God saith, I, even I am thy comforter.
so the Ministers Are Comforters, but God Says, I, even I am thy comforter.
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We speak matters of comfort and grounds of comfort, but God seals them to the heart by his holy Spirit.
We speak matters of Comfort and grounds of Comfort, but God Seals them to the heart by his holy Spirit.
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God is the comforter himself, He is the Father of comfort, and the God of all consolation.
God is the comforter himself, He is the Father of Comfort, and the God of all consolation.
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And the Spirit is called the comforter;
And the Spirit is called the comforter;
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to shew unto us that however in the Ordinances the materials of comfort be set abroach to Gods people,
to show unto us that however in the Ordinances the materials of Comfort be Set abroach to God's people,
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yet notwithstanding that that that speaks peace to the heart, and sets on those comforts to the soul and conscience, it is the Spirit of God, God himself.
yet notwithstanding that that that speaks peace to the heart, and sets on those comforts to the soul and conscience, it is the Spirit of God, God himself.
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So there is the outward preaching, and the spiritual preaching; He hath his chair in heaven that teacheth the heart, as S. Austin saith.
So there is the outward preaching, and the spiritual preaching; He hath his chair in heaven that Teaches the heart, as S. Austin Says.
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S. Paul speaks, but God opens the heart of Lydia: he hath the Key to open the heart.
S. Paul speaks, but God Opens the heart of Lydia: he hath the Key to open the heart.
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Therefore you have all attributed to the Spirit of God.
Therefore you have all attributed to the Spirit of God.
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In Joh. 16. I go hence, but I will send you the comforter, the Holy Ghost;
In John 16. I go hence, but I will send you the comforter, the Holy Ghost;
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and what shall the Comforter do? he shall convince the world of sin, of righteousnesse, and judgment.
and what shall the Comforter do? he shall convince the world of since, of righteousness, and judgement.
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Do not pretend therefore your own inability, that you are unable to comfort, or to cast down,
Do not pretend Therefore your own inability, that you Are unable to Comfort, or to cast down,
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or to seal unto people their righteousnesse:
or to seal unto people their righteousness:
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do you that that is your duty, propound grounds of direction, and casting down, and of righteousnesse,
do you that that is your duty, propound grounds of direction, and casting down, and of righteousness,
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and of judgment, of holy life after; and then the Holy Ghost shall go with you;
and of judgement, of holy life After; and then the Holy Ghost shall go with you;
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the Comforter shall do this to the hearts of people; the Holy Ghost shall convince.
the Comforter shall do this to the hearts of people; the Holy Ghost shall convince.
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What is Paul? or what is Apollo, but Ministers? Paul may plant, and Apollo may water; What is Paul? or what is Apollo, but Ministers? Paul may plant, and Apollo may water;
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but if God give not the increase, what is all? Therefore Christ promiseth his disciples, that the Holy Ghost should accompany their teaching.
but if God give not the increase, what is all? Therefore christ promises his Disciples, that the Holy Ghost should accompany their teaching.
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They might have objected, Alas, we shall teach the world, that they are Gentiles, that they are obstinate persons, hardened in superstition.
They might have objected, Alas, we shall teach the world, that they Are Gentiles, that they Are obstinate Persons, hardened in Superstition.
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Do not fear, (saith he) I will send the Holy Ghost, he shall fall upon you, and furnish you.
Do not Fear, (Says he) I will send the Holy Ghost, he shall fallen upon you, and furnish you.
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Now when the Holy Ghost was in them, and the Holy Ghost in their auditors too, together with the Word inspired by the Holy Ghost;
Now when the Holy Ghost was in them, and the Holy Ghost in their Auditors too, together with the Word inspired by the Holy Ghost;
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when the Spirit meetes in these three, there are wonders wrought.
when the Spirit meets in these three, there Are wonders wrought.
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When the Spirit of God is in the teacher, and the Spirit of God in the hearers,
When the Spirit of God is in the teacher, and the Spirit of God in the hearers,
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and the Spirit of God in the Word;
and the Spirit of God in the Word;
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I say, when there is one Spirit in the teacher, and in the hearers, and in the Word, there are wonders wrought of conversion, and comfort.
I say, when there is one Spirit in the teacher, and in the hearers, and in the Word, there Are wonders wrought of conversion, and Comfort.
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It is the Spirit that must do all, we are nothing but Ministers: Let a man conceive of us as Ministers, and dispensers of the Gospel.
It is the Spirit that must do all, we Are nothing but Ministers: Let a man conceive of us as Ministers, and dispensers of the Gospel.
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Ministers of comfort we are, and but Ministers; just so we are helpers of your joy, but we are but helpers.
Ministers of Comfort we Are, and but Ministers; just so we Are helpers of your joy, but we Are but helpers.
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and those that account us more, that we are able to comfort people by the Word, they turn the preaching of the Word to magick, to a charm. We can speak the Word:
and those that account us more, that we Are able to Comfort people by the Word, they turn the preaching of the Word to magic, to a charm. We can speak the Word:
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but God must speak to the heart at the same time. As it is with Physical water;
but God must speak to the heart At the same time. As it is with Physical water;
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there is the water, and there are many strong things in it:
there is the water, and there Are many strong things in it:
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What? doth the water cure, or purge? it is a dead thing, it hath no efficatious quality,
What? does the water cure, or purge? it is a dead thing, it hath no efficacious quality,
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but to cool, &c. Whence comes the efficacy? There are some cool herbs, some strong things in it, and then it doth wonders:
but to cool, etc. Whence comes the efficacy? There Are Some cool herbs, Some strong things in it, and then it does wonders:
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So what is the infusion of the Word but water, but aqua vitae, water of life, the dew of heaven, Rosa solis? whence is it so? as water? no,
So what is the infusion of the Word but water, but aqua vitae, water of life, the due of heaven, Rosa solis? whence is it so? as water? no,
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but there is a Divine influence and vigour in it, that refresheth, and quickeneth the soul.
but there is a Divine influence and vigour in it, that refresheth, and Quickeneth the soul.
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It doth not do it of it self, but it hath a Divine influence of the Spirit.
It does not do it of it self, but it hath a Divine influence of the Spirit.
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So we see, though Minist• … s be helpers of joy, they are but helpers;
So we see, though Minist• … s be helpers of joy, they Are but helpers;
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they are but the conduits that convey that that comes from the Spirit of God, they are instruments of the Spirit.
they Are but the conduits that convey that that comes from the Spirit of God, they Are Instruments of the Spirit.
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You see it clear then, that God only speaks comfort: because the Spirit of God only knowes our spirits throughly. You see it clear then, that God only speaks Comfort: Because the Spirit of God only knows our spirits thoroughly.
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The spirit of God can only comfort, because he knowes all the discomforts of our hearts, he knowes all our griefs, all the corners of our hearts; that the Minister cannot do.
The Spirit of God can only Comfort, Because he knows all the discomforts of our hearts, he knows all our griefs, all the corners of our hearts; that the Minister cannot do.
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The Minister may speak general comforts:
The Minister may speak general comforts:
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but the Spirit of God knowes all the windings, and turnings of the heart, and all the disconsolate pangs of the heart and soul;
but the Spirit of God knows all the windings, and turnings of the heart, and all the disconsolate pangs of the heart and soul;
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every little pang, and grief the Spirit of God knowes it. Therefore the Spirit of God is the Comforter:
every little pang, and grief the Spirit of God knows it. Therefore the Spirit of God is the Comforter:
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he strikes the nail, and seales the comfort to the soul we are but helpers.
he strikes the nail, and Seals the Comfort to the soul we Are but helpers.
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Then again, the Spirit of God must do it, because the soul must be set down with that that is stronger then it self:
Then again, the Spirit of God must do it, Because the soul must be Set down with that that is Stronger then it self:
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it must be so convinced and set down, that it must have more to say against the griefe or temptation,
it must be so convinced and Set down, that it must have more to say against the grief or temptation,
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then can be alledged by the Devil himself. The soul before it be comforted, it must be quieted and stilled.
then can be alleged by the devil himself. The soul before it be comforted, it must be quieted and stilled.
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Now who is above the soul, and Satan that tempts the soul? Let Satan be let loose to tempt the soul,
Now who is above the soul, and Satan that tempts the soul? Let Satan be let lose to tempt the soul,
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and the soul hath a hell in it self, if God let it alone, who is above those unspeakable torments of coascience,
and the soul hath a hell in it self, if God let it alone, who is above those unspeakable torments of coascience,
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Who is above the soul but the Spirit of God? will the soul allay it self? no, it will never.
Who is above the soul but the Spirit of God? will the soul allay it self? no, it will never.
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Therefore the Spirit of God that is stronger, and wiser then the soul, and is the Spirit of light and strength, it must set down,
Therefore the Spirit of God that is Stronger, and Wiser then the soul, and is the Spirit of Light and strength, it must Set down,
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and quiet, and calm the soul, that it hath nothing to say against the comfort it brings,
and quiet, and Cam the soul, that it hath nothing to say against the Comfort it brings,
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but quiets it self, and saith, I must rest, I must see this is from heaven, I am quiet. This the Spirit doth.
but quiets it self, and Says, I must rest, I must see this is from heaven, I am quiet. This the Spirit does.
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Therefore make this Use of it, that in all our endeavours to procure peace to our consciences,
Therefore make this Use of it, that in all our endeavours to procure peace to our Consciences,
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and spiritual balm to the wounds of our soules, let us go to this heavenly Physician:
and spiritual balm to the wounds of our Souls, let us go to this heavenly physician:
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not depend over-much upon the Ministery, or reading, or any outward task:
not depend overmuch upon the Ministry, or reading, or any outward task:
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but in the use of all things lift up our hearts to God, that he would comfort us by his Spirit, that he would send the Comforter into our soules.
but in the use of all things lift up our hearts to God, that he would Comfort us by his Spirit, that he would send the Comforter into our Souls.
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Though the disciples had comfort upon comfort by Christ;
Though the Disciples had Comfort upon Comfort by christ;
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yet till the Comforter, came whose office it was to do it, to seal his Word to their soules, alas, they were dead-hearted people:
yet till the Comforter, Come whose office it was to do it, to seal his Word to their Souls, alas, they were deadhearted people:
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but after the resurrection, when the Comforter came, and refreshed their memories, and convinced their understandigs,
but After the resurrection, when the Comforter Come, and refreshed their memories, and convinced their understandigs,
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then they could remember all the sweet comforts that our blessed Saviour had taught them before.
then they could Remember all the sweet comforts that our blessed Saviour had taught them before.
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So it is with us, we hear many sweet comforts day after day, out of Gods book, comforts against sin, comforts against trouble, outward, and inward, and all:
So it is with us, we hear many sweet comforts day After day, out of God's book, comforts against since, comforts against trouble, outward, and inward, and all:
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but till the Comforter come, till God send his holy Spirit, we shall not make use of them.
but till the Comforter come, till God send his holy Spirit, we shall not make use of them.
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Therefore let us labour to have more communion with God before we come to hear the Word;
Therefore let us labour to have more communion with God before we come to hear the Word;
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and after we have heard it, let us have communion with God again, that he would seal whatsoever is spoken to our soules,
and After we have herd it, let us have communion with God again, that he would seal whatsoever is spoken to our Souls,
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and make it effectual to us.
and make it effectual to us.
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Therefore we must learn to give the just due to the Ordinance of God, and not to idolize it:
Therefore we must Learn to give the just due to the Ordinance of God, and not to idolise it:
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to make it the means of comfort, not to make it the chief Comforter, but the Spirit of God by it.
to make it the means of Comfort, not to make it the chief Comforter, but the Spirit of God by it.
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What is Paul, or Apollo? what are we but Ministers of faith? and by consequent Ministers,
What is Paul, or Apollo? what Are we but Ministers of faith? and by consequent Ministers,
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and helpers of comfort, but not the authors of comfort.
and helpers of Comfort, but not the Authors of Comfort.
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Oh, if I had such and such here, I should do well, I should be so and so.
O, if I had such and such Here, I should do well, I should be so and so.
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that can help by weak means. Therefore we must not tie comfort, and joy to this or that means:
that can help by weak means. Therefore we must not tie Comfort, and joy to this or that means:
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but in all means look to the ground of comfort, and the spring of all, the Holy Ghost.
but in all means look to the ground of Comfort, and the spring of all, the Holy Ghost.
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The reason why men do nor profit more, that they are not more cheared, and lift up with the Ministery of the Word, (which is a Word of reconciliation,
The reason why men do nor profit more, that they Are not more cheered, and lift up with the Ministry of the Word, (which is a Word of reconciliation,
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and of joy, and comfort) it is because they are more careful in the use of means then in going to God for his Spirit to blesse the means. Now these must go together;
and of joy, and Comfort) it is Because they Are more careful in the use of means then in going to God for his Spirit to bless the means. Now these must go together;
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a care of using the means, and a care to pray to him that he would give us wisdome,
a care of using the means, and a care to pray to him that he would give us Wisdom,
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and strength, and blessed successe in the use of all means.
and strength, and blessed success in the use of all means.
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Then if we would joyn religiously, and conscionably these two together, the use of all means conscionably,
Then if we would join religiously, and Conscionably these two together, the use of all means Conscionably,
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and in the use of all to lift up our hearts to God, to blesse them;
and in the use of all to lift up our hearts to God, to bless them;
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we should find a wondrous successe upon the Ministery, and all other good means likewise. So much for that.
we should find a wondrous success upon the Ministry, and all other good means likewise. So much for that.
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I go on to the last clause of the Chapter. For by faith ye stand.
I go on to the last clause of the Chapter. For by faith you stand.
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Why doth the Apostle vary the word, we have not dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy, whereas the consequence it seems might run thus, we do not domineer over your faith,
Why does the Apostle vary the word, we have not dominion over your faith, but Are helpers of your joy, whereas the consequence it seems might run thus, we do not domineer over your faith,
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but are helpers of your faith: he puts joy instead of faith; and afterward he brings in faith again, for by faith ye stand? This is one main reason;but Are helpers of your faith: he puts joy instead of faith; and afterwards he brings in faith again, for by faith you stand? This is one main reason;
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because joy riseth from faith, therefore he names it in stead of faith:
Because joy Riseth from faith, Therefore he names it in stead of faith:
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for the Holy Ghost is not curious of words, but when the same Spirit wroks both, he names that which he thinks will fittest suit the purpose. Faith breeds joy. How is that?
for the Holy Ghost is not curious of words, but when the same Spirit wroks both, he names that which he thinks will Fittest suit the purpose. Faith breeds joy. How is that?
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Because faith first of all doth shew to us the freedome from that that is the cause of all discomfort whatsoever:
Because faith First of all does show to us the freedom from that that is the cause of all discomfort whatsoever:
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it takes away all that may discourage. For it takes away the fear of damnation for our sins;
it Takes away all that may discourage. For it Takes away the Fear of damnation for our Sins;
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it shewes our reconciliation in Jesus Christ. Faith shewes liberty, and deliverance; and so discovering deliverance by a Mediator, it works joy.
it shows our reconciliation in jesus christ. Faith shows liberty, and deliverance; and so discovering deliverance by a Mediator, it works joy.
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Is not a prisoner joyful when he is set at liberty?
Is not a prisoner joyful when he is Set At liberty?
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Then likewise faith discovers to us the face of God shining to us in Jesus Christ:
Then likewise faith discovers to us the face of God shining to us in jesus christ:
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Hereupon we may come to make this Use of tryal, how we may know whether our joy be good, or no.
Hereupon we may come to make this Use of trial, how we may know whither our joy be good, or no.
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it shewes not only deliverance, but favour. It shewes us the ground of all; the righteousnesse, and obedience of our Saviour, whereby we are delivered, and brought into favour. Now from this comes peace:
it shows not only deliverance, but favour. It shows us the ground of all; the righteousness, and Obedience of our Saviour, whereby we Are Delivered, and brought into favour. Now from this comes peace:
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from the knowledge of our deliverance, and acceptance with God, founded upon the obedience of God-man, a Saviour, there comes in peace, and peace breeds joy:
from the knowledge of our deliverance, and acceptance with God, founded upon the Obedience of God-man, a Saviour, there comes in peace, and peace breeds joy:
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because faith discovers all these, the ground of reconciliation with God in Jesus Christ, and thereupon peace: therefore it causeth joy.
Because faith discovers all these, the ground of reconciliation with God in jesus christ, and thereupon peace: Therefore it Causes joy.
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For this is the pedigree, and descent of joy;
For this is the pedigree, and descent of joy;
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as the Apostle hath it, Rom. 14. The Kingdome of God is in righteousnesse, and peace, and joy.
as the Apostle hath it, Rom. 14. The Kingdom of God is in righteousness, and peace, and joy.
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There must be righteousnesse first of a Mediatur, to satisfie the wrath of God and procure his favour:
There must be righteousness First of a Mediatur, to satisfy the wrath of God and procure his favour:
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From righteousnesse comes peace, peace with God, peace of conscience: From peace comes joy: there is no joy without peace; no peace without righteousnesse.
From righteousness comes peace, peace with God, peace of conscience: From peace comes joy: there is no joy without peace; no peace without righteousness.
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And this whole pedigree of joy (as it were) is excellently set down, Rom. 5. Being justified by faith, we have peace with God through Jesus Christ our Lord;
And this Whole pedigree of joy (as it were) is excellently Set down, Rom. 5. Being justified by faith, we have peace with God through jesus christ our Lord;
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and have accesse to the throne of grace, by which grace we stand; and not only so, but rejoyce.
and have access to the throne of grace, by which grace we stand; and not only so, but rejoice.
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So there is justification by the righteousnesse of Christ: and thereupon peace with God; and from peace boldnesse, and accesse to God; and thereupon joy.
So there is justification by the righteousness of christ: and thereupon peace with God; and from peace boldness, and access to God; and thereupon joy.
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So we see how faith brings in joy: because it shewes the spring of joy whence it comes, it shewes peace; and peace riseth from reconciliation;
So we see how faith brings in joy: Because it shows the spring of joy whence it comes, it shows peace; and peace Riseth from reconciliation;
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and reconciliation from righteousnesse of Christ Mediator:
and reconciliation from righteousness of christ Mediator:
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whereupon we are delivered from all that we may fear, and set in a state of true joy, God being our friend.
whereupon we Are Delivered from all that we may Fear, and Set in a state of true joy, God being our friend.
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When God is reconciled, all is reconciled, all is ours, have we not cause of joy then? Therefore the Apostle saith, Rom. 15. The God of peace fill you full of joy in believing:
When God is reconciled, all is reconciled, all is ours, have we not cause of joy then? Therefore the Apostle Says, Rom. 15. The God of peace fill you full of joy in believing:
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shewing, that faith is the cause of all spiritual joy.
showing, that faith is the cause of all spiritual joy.
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And the same you have in 1 Pet. 1. 8. In whom ye rejoyced after ye believed, with joy unspeakable and glorious.
And the same you have in 1 Pet. 1. 8. In whom you rejoiced After you believed, with joy unspeakable and glorious.
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In whom after ye believed, that is, in Christ, you rejoyced with joy unspeakable and glorious. In whom After you believed, that is, in christ, you rejoiced with joy unspeakable and glorious.
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And therefore you see the Apostle might well substitute joy in stead of faith, because it springs,
And Therefore you see the Apostle might well substitute joy in stead of faith, Because it springs,
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and riseth from faith in Jesus Christ the Mediatour.
and Riseth from faith in jesus christ the Mediator.
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Among many other evidences, this is one, that spiritual joy is good, if it spring from the Word of faith.
Among many other evidences, this is one, that spiritual joy is good, if it spring from the Word of faith.
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If it spring from the Ordinance of God unfolded in the Word, shewing us the ground of believing.
If it spring from the Ordinance of God unfolded in the Word, showing us the ground of believing.
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For he that truly joyes, can shew the ground of his joy. Herein joy differs from presumption, from presumptuous swelling conceits:
For he that truly Joys, can show the ground of his joy. Herein joy differs from presumption, from presumptuous swelling conceits:
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true joy that is not the joy of an hypocrite, it doth shew from whence it comes, it riseth from grounds out of divine truth.
true joy that is not the joy of an hypocrite, it does show from whence it comes, it Riseth from grounds out of divine truth.
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Then again, this joy doth more immediately spring from faith in the Word, from assurance that God is ours, and that Christ is ours;
Then again, this joy does more immediately spring from faith in the Word, from assurance that God is ours, and that christ is ours;
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that God is at peace with us, and that we are at peace with him; it ariseth from peace, that is wrought by faith.
that God is At peace with us, and that we Are At peace with him; it arises from peace, that is wrought by faith.
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Then again, this joy, if it be sound, it is such a joy as S. Peter saith is an unspeakable and glorious joy;
Then again, this joy, if it be found, it is such a joy as S. Peter Says is an unspeakable and glorious joy;
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joy arising from the Word of God, and from faith; and peace, it is above discouragement:
joy arising from the Word of God, and from faith; and peace, it is above discouragement:
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because we have in the Word of God matter of joy, above all discouragements, and all allurements whatsoever.
Because we have in the Word of God matter of joy, above all discouragements, and all allurements whatsoever.
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It is a joy above the joy of riches, or pleasures, or profits; why? because the Word shewes matter of joy above all these.
It is a joy above the joy of riches, or pleasures, or profits; why? Because the Word shows matter of joy above all these.
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The Prophet David rejoyced in the Word of God above Gold, and Silver, as one that had gotten great spoyles;
The Prophet David rejoiced in the Word of God above Gold, and Silver, as one that had got great spoils;
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you see how oft he repeats it, Psal. 119. It was sweeter to him then the honey,
you see how oft he repeats it, Psalm 119. It was Sweeten to him then the honey,
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and the honey-comb, Psal. 19. It put his soul out of taste with all other things.and the honeycomb, Psalm 19. It put his soul out of taste with all other things.
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This joy of the Spirit it puts such a relish in the soul, that it makes it undervalue all other things whatsoever:
This joy of the Spirit it puts such a relish in the soul, that it makes it undervalue all other things whatsoever:
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the price of other things falls down, when a man joyes in the Holy Ghost: because it ariseth from the grounds of faith, from peace, and righteousnesse.
the price of other things falls down, when a man Joys in the Holy Ghost: Because it arises from the grounds of faith, from peace, and righteousness.
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And likewise, if it look forward, from the hope of life everlasting, and the favour of God, the ground of all:
And likewise, if it look forward, from the hope of life everlasting, and the favour of God, the ground of all:
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It riseth from things that are above all other contentments, The loving kindnesse of the Lord (that faith apprehends, that is the ground of joy,) it is above life it self.
It Riseth from things that Are above all other contentment's, The loving kindness of the Lord (that faith apprehends, that is the ground of joy,) it is above life it self.
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Now life is the sweetest thing upon earth: but the loving kindnesse of God is better then that.
Now life is the Sweetest thing upon earth: but the loving kindness of God is better then that.
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Therefore those that lose their soules in base contentments, and joy in the dirty things of this life, (that are not fit for the soul to fasten on, to place contentment in:
Therefore those that loose their Souls in base contentment's, and joy in the dirty things of this life, (that Are not fit for the soul to fasten on, to place contentment in:
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but are only to be used, as those that take a journey to refresh them;
but Are only to be used, as those that take a journey to refresh them;
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but) those that are swallowed up in these things, they know not what spiritual joy is, that ariseth from the Word of God, from divine truth, that ariseth from faith:
but) those that Are swallowed up in these things, they know not what spiritual joy is, that arises from the Word of God, from divine truth, that arises from faith:
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for if they did, this joy would raise them higher, above all earthly contentments whatsoever.
for if they did, this joy would raise them higher, above all earthly contentment's whatsoever.
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Then again, where this joy is, this spiritual enlargement of soul which is called joy, it is from true grounds, it is with humility:
Then again, where this joy is, this spiritual enlargement of soul which is called joy, it is from true grounds, it is with humility:
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For the same Word that discovers matter of joy, discovers matter of humility, and grief in our selves, by reason of the remainders of sin, and of our own deservings.
For the same Word that discovers matter of joy, discovers matter of humility, and grief in our selves, by reason of the remainders of since, and of our own deservings.
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So true joy it is a tempered and qualified joy; it is not joyned with pride, and swelling:
So true joy it is a tempered and qualified joy; it is not joined with pride, and swelling:
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because it riseth from those grounds that teach us what we are in our selves:
Because it Riseth from those grounds that teach us what we Are in our selves:
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alas, such that we need not be proud in our selves, but if we will glory, we must glory in God.
alas, such that we need not be proud in our selves, but if we will glory, we must glory in God.
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Well, it is not that that I mean principally to stand on, but only I speak of it,
Well, it is not that that I mean principally to stand on, but only I speak of it,
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because it is placed here for faith, as it springs from faith: we are helpers of your joy.
Because it is placed Here for faith, as it springs from faith: we Are helpers of your joy.
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To hasten then to that that followes. For by faith ye stand.
To hasten then to that that follows. For by faith you stand.
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This principally depends upon the first words, We have not dominion over your faith, because faith is such a grace as you stand by in all conditions:
This principally depends upon the First words, We have not dominion over your faith, Because faith is such a grace as you stand by in all conditions:
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Now what you stand by, must be firm, it must be on a good bottome: and what is firm, must not be humane, but divine;
Now what you stand by, must be firm, it must be on a good bottom: and what is firm, must not be humane, but divine;
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therefore we have no dominion over your faith, for by faith ye stand. Standing is a military word:
Therefore we have no dominion over your faith, for by faith you stand. Standing is a military word:
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by faith ye stand, that is, first of all faith gives a standing, a certain standing, before any conflict;by faith you stand, that is, First of all faith gives a standing, a certain standing, before any conflict;
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it gives a standing in Christianity; it sets the soul in a frame, in a standing.
it gives a standing in Christianity; it sets the soul in a frame, in a standing.
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Nay, faith helps us, we stand by faith: not only in a frame of Christianity, and furnished with spiritual strength;
Nay, faith helps us, we stand by faith: not only in a frame of Christianity, and furnished with spiritual strength;
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but then we are fit to encounter opposition, by faith we stand to it, and stand against all opposition:
but then we Are fit to encounter opposition, by faith we stand to it, and stand against all opposition:
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we stand, and stand to it by faith. And standing likewise implies continuance in managing Christianity, and opposing all enemies whatsoever:
we stand, and stand to it by faith. And standing likewise Implies Continuance in managing Christianity, and opposing all enemies whatsoever:
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by faith we stand, and continue standing; we hold out in all opposition.
by faith we stand, and continue standing; we hold out in all opposition.
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yet notwithstanding, faith drawes so much for the present:
yet notwithstanding, faith draws so much for the present:
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Standing likewise in the next place implies a kind of safety, together with victory at length.
Standing likewise in the next place Implies a kind of safety, together with victory At length.
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By faith ye stand: you stand so, as you are not wounded to death; you stand so as you are kept safe, especially from mortal wounds;By faith you stand: you stand so, as you Are not wounded to death; you stand so as you Are kept safe, especially from Mortal wounds;
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and altogether safe, so far as you use faith as a shield, till you have got perfect victory, and faith end in triumph.
and altogether safe, so Far as you use faith as a shield, till you have god perfect victory, and faith end in triumph.
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So faith is that grace whereby we stand, whereby we are in a frame of Religion fit to stand;
So faith is that grace whereby we stand, whereby we Are in a frame of Religion fit to stand;
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and whereby we so standiug, encouter oppositions, and continue so encountering, and preserve our selves safe, till victory be obtained:
and whereby we so standiug, encounter oppositions, and continue so encountering, and preserve our selves safe, till victory be obtained:
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this is the full expression, and comprehension of the word, By faith ye stand. Now why is it by faith that we have this standing?
this is the full expression, and comprehension of the word, By faith you stand. Now why is it by faith that we have this standing?
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Because faith it is that grace (in the new Covenant) that makes the soul go out of it self;
Because faith it is that grace (in the new Covenant) that makes the soul go out of it self;
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it empties the soul of all things in it self, and goes out to somewhat else, whereupon it stands.
it empties the soul of all things in it self, and Goes out to somewhat Else, whereupon it Stands.
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For in the new Covenant since Adams fall, all our strength is in the second Adam, our head; we fetch it there.
For in the new Covenant since Adams fallen, all our strength is in the second Adam, our head; we fetch it there.
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And faith is the hand of the soul.
And faith is the hand of the soul.
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Now because faith in the new Covenant is an emptying grace, and likewise because as it is a grace that empties the soul,
Now Because faith in the new Covenant is an emptying grace, and likewise Because as it is a grace that empties the soul,
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so it fastens upon another thing, whereupon it relies: for faith is an uniting grace as well as an emptying grace:
so it fastens upon Another thing, whereupon it relies: for faith is an uniting grace as well as an emptying grace:
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now faith emptying, and uniting, so it makes us stand. And likewise faith as it drawes, it hath a drawing vertue, an attractive force: it is a radical grace:
now faith emptying, and uniting, so it makes us stand. And likewise faith as it draws, it hath a drawing virtue, an Attractive force: it is a radical grace:
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it is like a root, when it knits to Christ, it sucks out, and drawes vertue from him:
it is like a root, when it knits to christ, it sucks out, and draws virtue from him:
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every touch of faith drawes spiritual strength, and vertue, so it causeth us to stand by the attractive vertue it hath.
every touch of faith draws spiritual strength, and virtue, so it Causes us to stand by the Attractive virtue it hath.
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And then it is the force of faith likewise to make things present. For therein it differs from hope, hope looks upon things as absent;
And then it is the force of faith likewise to make things present. For therein it differs from hope, hope looks upon things as absent;
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now the things that hope looks on as things remote and distant in time, and place, faith makes them present:
now the things that hope looks on as things remote and distant in time, and place, faith makes them present:
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therefore it is said to be the evidence of things not seen.
Therefore it is said to be the evidence of things not seen.
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Now that that makes the soul to be strong, and able to stand, it must be somewhat present:
Now that that makes the soul to be strong, and able to stand, it must be somewhat present:
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however the full possession of things be reserved, not for faith, but for vision, for comprehenders in heaven, where faith ends and determines:
however the full possession of things be reserved, not for faith, but for vision, for comprehenders in heaven, where faith ends and determines:
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it sets things to come so far present with such evidence, and force as it upholds the soul, and makes it stand.
it sets things to come so Far present with such evidence, and force as it upholds the soul, and makes it stand.
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It is the evidence of things not seen.
It is the evidence of things not seen.
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And thereupon it hath a kind of omnipotent power to make things that are not, to be.
And thereupon it hath a kind of omnipotent power to make things that Are not, to be.
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Heaven, and glory, and happinesse they are not for the pesent:
Heaven, and glory, and happiness they Are not for the pesent:
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but faith looking on them in the authority of God, and the divine promises, faith makes them present by a kind of almighty power that it hath, laying hold on an almighty power:
but faith looking on them in the Authority of God, and the divine promises, faith makes them present by a kind of almighty power that it hath, laying hold on an almighty power:
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and hereupon it upholds the soul, it is the prop, and stay of the soul as in Heb. 11. it signifies to stay up, to hold up as a pillar;
and hereupon it upholds the soul, it is the prop, and stay of the soul as in Hebrew 11. it signifies to stay up, to hold up as a pillar;
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even from this vertue it hath to make things to come present.
even from this virtue it hath to make things to come present.
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You see then what it is to stand, and how faith is fitted for this purpose:
You see then what it is to stand, and how faith is fitted for this purpose:
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because, as I said, it is the grace of the new Covenant, emptying us, and drawing us to Christ from whom we draw all vertue:
Because, as I said, it is the grace of the new Covenant, emptying us, and drawing us to christ from whom we draw all virtue:
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and because it makes things to come as present.
and Because it makes things to come as present.
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By faith wr are set in a right frame, and condition again, as by want of faith we fell.
By faith wr Are Set in a right frame, and condition again, as by want of faith we fell.
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The same grace must set us right, for want of which we fell.
The same grace must Set us right, for want of which we fell.
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How came we to fall at the first? You know Adam hearkened to his wife Eve, and she hearkened to the Serpent: they trusted not in God;
How Come we to fallen At the First? You know Adam harkened to his wife Eve, and she harkened to the Serpent: they trusted not in God;
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they began to stagger at the promises, to stagger at the Word of God: Satan robbed them of the Word.
they began to stagger At the promises, to stagger At the Word of God: Satan robbed them of the Word.
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He observes, and continues the same Art still, to take the Word from us, and to cause us to stagger and doubt whether it be true or no.
He observes, and continues the same Art still, to take the Word from us, and to cause us to stagger and doubt whither it be true or no.
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He comes between us, and our rock the Word of God: So Adam fell. Now we must be restored by the contrary to that we fell:
He comes between us, and our rock the Word of God: So Adam fell. Now we must be restored by the contrary to that we fell:
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we fell by unbelief, and distrust, by calling Gods truth in question, we must learn to stand again by the contrary grace, by faith:
we fell by unbelief, and distrust, by calling God's truth in question, we must Learn to stand again by the contrary grace, by faith:
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Thus you see the termes something unfolded. By faith ye stand. To clear it a little further.
Thus you see the terms something unfolded. By faith you stand. To clear it a little further.
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There be four degrees of a slent that the soul hath to any thing.
There be four Degrees of a slent that the soul hath to any thing.
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The first is a slight assent that we call opinion, that is with some fear that it may be otherwise;
The First is a slight assent that we call opinion, that is with Some Fear that it may be otherwise;
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that is a weak, a pendulous assent. It is a wavering assent, it yields not a certain assent. Opinion is a weak thing: it may be so:
that is a weak, a pendulous assent. It is a wavering assent, it yields not a certain assent. Opinion is a weak thing: it may be so:
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The second degree of assent is that that hath a better ground, that is the assent to grounds of reason:
The second degree of assent is that that hath a better ground, that is the assent to grounds of reason:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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a man hath reason to yield, and assent to, and those reasons satisfy the soul, and rest the soul something, thereafter as the strength of them is.
a man hath reason to yield, and assent to, and those Reasons satisfy the soul, and rest the soul something, thereafter as the strength of them is.
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And that assent we call knowledge, science; this is founded upon grounds of reason.
And that assent we call knowledge, science; this is founded upon grounds of reason.
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There is a third kind of assent, and yielding that the soul hath, that we call believing, which is meerly upon the credit of him that speakes,
There is a third kind of assent, and yielding that the soul hath, that we call believing, which is merely upon the credit of him that speaks,
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though we know no reason why the thing should be so:
though we know no reason why the thing should be so:
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but only the person it may be is a person of credit, and wisdome, and knowledge;
but only the person it may be is a person of credit, and Wisdom, and knowledge;
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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and thereafter as we conceive well of him, thereafter we fasten our faith and assent to his authority:
and thereafter as we conceive well of him, thereafter we fasten our faith and assent to his Authority:
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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so that assent to the authority of the speaker, we call beliefe.
so that assent to the Authority of the speaker, we call belief.
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The fourth degree of assent is, when we do not only assent to the thing because we have reason so to do,
The fourth degree of assent is, when we do not only assent to the thing Because we have reason so to do,
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and arguments, or because we have some man to confirm it by authority; but because we feel it to be so by experience, and by taste.
and Arguments, or Because we have Some man to confirm it by Authority; but Because we feel it to be so by experience, and by taste.
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As a man assents that fire is hot, and that sweet things are so, not from reason altogether,
As a man assents that fire is hight, and that sweet things Are so, not from reason altogether,
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or from the speech or rehearsing of another man, but because he feeles it so indeed, he assents to it from experience.
or from the speech or rehearsing of Another man, but Because he feels it so indeed, he assents to it from experience.
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Now you will say, How come we then to stand by faith?
Now you will say, How come we then to stand by faith?
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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As faith especially relies upon the authority of God, upon Gods Word, so we stand by faith,
As faith especially relies upon the Authority of God, upon God's Word, so we stand by faith,
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(25) commentary_on_verse (DIV2)
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because it assents to an authority. But Gods Word gives reasons too: therefore faith assents to the authority of Gods Word first;
Because it assents to an Authority. But God's Word gives Reasons too: Therefore faith assents to the Authority of God's Word First;
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and then we see divine reason enough too, when we once believe God. And then experience in Divine things too;
and then we see divine reason enough too, when we once believe God. And then experience in Divine things too;
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after we, believe there is an incredible sweetnesse in divine things: there is a knowledge with a particular taste.
After we, believe there is an incredible sweetness in divine things: there is a knowledge with a particular taste.
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There is never a Divine truth but it hath an evidence in it, when a man believes it once, that a man may say, I know whom I have believed, from experience;
There is never a Divine truth but it hath an evidence in it, when a man believes it once, that a man may say, I know whom I have believed, from experience;
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let the speakers of the things be what they will, let them apostatize from that that they have spoken:
let the Speakers of the things be what they will, let them apostatise from that that they have spoken:
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after a man believes, he will see the things themselves have Divine reason in them, as well as Divine authority stablishing of them.
After a man believes, he will see the things themselves have Divine reason in them, as well as Divine Authority establishing of them.
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Some Divine truths are altogether upon Divine authority; we see no other reason, but that God hath said it:
some Divine truths Are altogether upon Divine Authority; we see no other reason, but that God hath said it:
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but some truths are both credible, and intelligible. Credible, because God hath said it, and there is reason to prove it:
but Some truths Are both credible, and intelligible. Credible, Because God hath said it, and there is reason to prove it:
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as a man may prove by Divine reason, that all shall work for the best;
as a man may prove by Divine reason, that all shall work for the best;
c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1, cst d vmb vvi p-acp dt js;
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why? The Apostle faith, We love God, and God hath called us according to his purpose:
why? The Apostle faith, We love God, and God hath called us according to his purpose:
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therefore all things shall work for them that God hath called, to them that answer his Divine call.
Therefore all things shall work for them that God hath called, to them that answer his Divine call.
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There is both reason and comfort: so it is credible as it hath divine truth, and intelligible as it hath comfort.
There is both reason and Comfort: so it is credible as it hath divine truth, and intelligible as it hath Comfort.
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There are homogeneal reasons with divine authority. God doth not only presse us with authority, but he gives us reasons. Besides this, there is experience:
There Are homogeneal Reasons with divine Authority. God does not only press us with Authority, but he gives us Reasons. Beside this, there is experience:
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for the doctrine of divine providence, and of the corruption of nature, and the doctrine of comfort in the Mediatour Christ altogether.
for the Doctrine of divine providence, and of the corruption of nature, and the Doctrine of Comfort in the Mediator christ altogether.
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The doctrine of faith, the doctrine of the issue of all troubles for good, we find these by experience;
The Doctrine of faith, the Doctrine of the issue of all Troubles for good, we find these by experience;
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however the teacher that teach• … h them perhaps may have no sense of them himself, let him apostatize, and do what he will:
however the teacher that teach• … h them perhaps may have no sense of them himself, let him apostatise, and do what he will:
c-acp dt n1 cst n1 … wd pno32 av vmb vhi dx n1 pp-f pno32 px31, vvb pno31 vvi, cc vdb r-crq pns31 vmb:
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our faith stands upon them, partly because God saith so, that is the chief; and because there is reason for them;
our faith Stands upon them, partly Because God Says so, that is the chief; and Because there is reason for them;
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and because we find it so by experience: in many divine things, these three, both reason, authority, and experience concur in faith.
and Because we find it so by experience: in many divine things, these three, both reason, Authority, and experience concur in faith.
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But to come a L• … de further.
But to come a L• … de further.
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What doth faith it self stand most on by which we stand? that which we stand o• …, must stand it self.
What does faith it self stand most on by which we stand? that which we stand o• …, must stand it self.
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Let us examine a little what faith it self stands on by which we stand.
Let us examine a little what faith it self Stands on by which we stand.
vvb pno12 vvi dt j r-crq n1 pn31 n1 vvz a-acp p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb.
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I shewed you before partly, by Divine authority and experience, which gives some light to it;
I showed you before partly, by Divine Authority and experience, which gives Some Light to it;
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but we will follow it a little further: That faith by which we stand, must stand it self:
but we will follow it a little further: That faith by which we stand, must stand it self:
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therefore it cannot be opinion, it must be faith. It must not be bare science neither, it must be science that hath faith; faith must come in.
Therefore it cannot be opinion, it must be faith. It must not be bore science neither, it must be science that hath faith; faith must come in.
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Now faith looks to Divine revelation especially, it looks to truth revealed from God:
Now faith looks to Divine Revelation especially, it looks to truth revealed from God:
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now faith looking to the Word of God, it builds, and pitcheth, and bottoms it self upon Divine truth, Divine authority, Divine revelation, which we call the first truth, the first verity.
now faith looking to the Word of God, it builds, and pitcheth, and bottoms it self upon Divine truth, Divine Authority, Divine Revelation, which we call the First truth, the First verity.
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And not only so, but faith that it may stand the better, hath together with the Word of God, the seales:
And not only so, but faith that it may stand the better, hath together with the Word of God, the Seals:
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for God hath added Sacraments as Seales to the Word, that helps the Word: (to us at least) Gods Word is true enough of it self in regard of him:
for God hath added Sacraments as Seals to the Word, that helps the Word: (to us At least) God's Word is true enough of it self in regard of him:
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but he condescends to us, and therefore that faith may stand the better, that we may build upon his Word, there are his Sacraments:
but he condescends to us, and Therefore that faith may stand the better, that we may built upon his Word, there Are his Sacraments:
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there are seales together with his Word, and his oath too.
there Are Seals together with his Word, and his oath too.
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Again, that his Word may be the better foundation for faith, it is conceived under the manner of a Covenant, the Evangelical part of it:
Again, that his Word may be the better Foundation for faith, it is conceived under the manner of a Covenant, the Evangelical part of it:
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the Covenant of Grace, wherein God in Christ promiseth to forgive our sins, to accept us to life everlasting, if we believe in Christ: It is a gracious Covenant.
the Covenant of Grace, wherein God in christ promises to forgive our Sins, to accept us to life everlasting, if we believe in christ: It is a gracious Covenant.
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God condescends to make a Covenant that faith may stand;
God condescends to make a Covenant that faith may stand;
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shall not I believe him that hath made a Covenant, and bound himself by Covenant that he will do so? Nay, in the Covenant of grace, faith layes hold upon this, that he will fulfill,
shall not I believe him that hath made a Covenant, and bound himself by Covenant that he will do so? Nay, in the Covenant of grace, faith lays hold upon this, that he will fulfil,
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and perform both conditions himself, both his part, and our part. For the same truths that are a Covenant, are a Testament too in the Gospel.
and perform both conditions himself, both his part, and our part. For the same truths that Are a Covenant, Are a Testament too in the Gospel.
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A Testament bequeathes things without a covenant, and therein it differs from a covenant. A Testament is, I bequeath, and give this:
A Testament Bequeathes things without a Covenant, and therein it differs from a Covenant. A Testament is, I Bequeath, and give this:
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Now whatsoever Christ in the Covenant requires, because that in the Gospel he makes good the Covenant as a Testament; If we believe, and repent:
Now whatsoever christ in the Covenant requires, Because that in the Gospel he makes good the Covenant as a Testament; If we believe, and Repent:
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Now he hath promised to give repentance, and belief in the Covenant of grace to all that attend upon the meanes,
Now he hath promised to give Repentance, and belief in the Covenant of grace to all that attend upon the means,
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and expect the performance of the Covenant from him.
and expect the performance of the Covenant from him.
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For we can no more perform the conditions of the Covenant of grace of our selves,
For we can no more perform the conditions of the Covenant of grace of our selves,
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then the Covenant of the Law. Nature cannot do it, because it must be done by the Spirit altogether.
then the Covenant of the Law. Nature cannot do it, Because it must be done by the Spirit altogether.
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Now here is a foundation for faith to stand on:
Now Here is a Foundation for faith to stand on:
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God so farre condescends, as he gives his Word, and his Seal, and his Oath with his Word, to convey that Word by way of a Covenant,
God so Far condescends, as he gives his Word, and his Seal, and his Oath with his Word, to convey that Word by Way of a Covenant,
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and to make that Covenant a Testament and Will to us, that he will do this,
and to make that Covenant a Testament and Will to us, that he will do this,
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and to seal that Will with his own blood:
and to seal that Will with his own blood:
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for a Testament is of no force, till the Testatour be dead, his own blood hath sealed the Testament:
for a Testament is of no force, till the Testator be dead, his own blood hath sealed the Testament:
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Then again, the sweet relation that God hath taken upon him in Christ, he is our Father, faith builds not on naked God, divested of his sweet relations; (for then he is a consuming fire) but upon God a Father in Christ:
Then again, the sweet Relation that God hath taken upon him in christ, he is our Father, faith builds not on naked God, divested of his sweet relations; (for then he is a consuming fire) but upon God a Father in christ:
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what a sweet thing is it to consider God a Father? In Christ the nature of God is Fatherly to us,
what a sweet thing is it to Consider God a Father? In christ the nature of God is Fatherly to us,
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and our nature is sweet to him: We are sonnes in Christ, his nature is sweet to us, and ours to him;
and our nature is sweet to him: We Are Sons in christ, his nature is sweet to us, and ours to him;
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he will surely perform his relations:
he will surely perform his relations:
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For in Christ he is a Father, not in creation onely, but in the Covenant of grace.
For in christ he is a Father, not in creation only, but in the Covenant of grace.
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Faith relies upon the Word of God, upon the Covenant, and Testament, and upon God himself, altered and changed in the Covenant of Grace to be a sweet Father.
Faith relies upon the Word of God, upon the Covenant, and Testament, and upon God himself, altered and changed in the Covenant of Grace to be a sweet Father.
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But what is a further ground of this? The nature of God himself who is a Father:
But what is a further ground of this? The nature of God himself who is a Father:
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for if God himself were not cloathed with properties that might satisfie faith, and satisfie the soul fully,
for if God himself were not clothed with properties that might satisfy faith, and satisfy the soul Fully,
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though he were a Father, it were not a sufficient ground for faith.
though he were a Father, it were not a sufficient ground for faith.
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But now who hath taken the relation of a father upon him? God, who is infinitely good, infinitely merciful above all our sins:
But now who hath taken the Relation of a father upon him? God, who is infinitely good, infinitely merciful above all our Sins:
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it must be infinite mercy, faith would not have footing else.
it must be infinite mercy, faith would not have footing Else.
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For the soul will so upbraid in the sense of sin, that if God were not a Father,
For the soul will so upbraid in the sense of since, that if God were not a Father,
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and a Father infinite in mercy, nothing but infinite mercy will satisfie the soul when conscience is awaked,
and a Father infinite in mercy, nothing but infinite mercy will satisfy the soul when conscience is awaked,
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and infinite power to subdue all enemies, and infinite wisdome to go beyond the reach and subtilty of all the Devils in hell.
and infinite power to subdue all enemies, and infinite Wisdom to go beyond the reach and subtlety of all the Devils in hell.
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God is such a Father, as in his Nature is of infinite mercy, and wisdome, and power:
God is such a Father, as in his Nature is of infinite mercy, and Wisdom, and power:
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here is a foundation for faith to lay hold upon indeed;
Here is a Foundation for faith to lay hold upon indeed;
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to have a Father, and such a Father that is Jehovah: there we must rest in his essence, he is Jehovah, I am, he is eternal and immutable,
to have a Father, and such a Father that is Jehovah: there we must rest in his essence, he is Jehovah, I am, he is Eternal and immutable,
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an eternal being of himself, and he gives being to all; and all things have their dependance upon him.
an Eternal being of himself, and he gives being to all; and all things have their dependence upon him.
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The Devils in hell, and wicked men, he can quell them all, and substract their being,
The Devils in hell, and wicked men, he can quell them all, and substract their being,
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and turn them to their first nothing from whence they came. You see if we resolve all to Jehovah, I am, to the eternity of God;
and turn them to their First nothing from whence they Come. You see if we resolve all to Jehovah, I am, to the eternity of God;
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and then to his nature, cloathed with power, and wisdome, and mercy:
and then to his nature, clothed with power, and Wisdom, and mercy:
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and then to his relation of a Father, and then how he condescends to convey himself sweetly by way of Covenant, and Testament.
and then to his Relation of a Father, and then how he condescends to convey himself sweetly by Way of Covenant, and Testament.
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I beseech you, is not here a foundation for faith to build upon in the Word of God,
I beseech you, is not Here a Foundation for faith to built upon in the Word of God,
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when God hath thus opened himself to us? You see what this standing is.
when God hath thus opened himself to us? You see what this standing is.
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And how by faith we stand, and what faith stands on, and may well stand on.
And how by faith we stand, and what faith Stands on, and may well stand on.
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To come to some Observations then.
To come to Some Observations then.
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First of all, Observe hence, That The foundation of faith must be out of a mans self.
First of all, Observe hence, That The Foundation of faith must be out of a men self.
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That bottom that a man must lay his soul upon, must be out of himself, it must be Divine, it must be God. That bottom that a man must lay his soul upon, must be out of himself, it must be Divine, it must be God.
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For the soul rests not till it come to God; and if the Word were not Gods Word, it would not rest on that.
For the soul rests not till it come to God; and if the Word were not God's Word, it would not rest on that.
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God must open himself by his Word.
God must open himself by his Word.
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It must be Divine revelation that the soul must stand upon, and at last resolve to pitch, and build, and rest there.
It must be Divine Revelation that the soul must stand upon, and At last resolve to pitch, and built, and rest there.
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It must not be humane authority therefore, not the authority of any creature that the soul must stand on:
It must not be humane Authority Therefore, not the Authority of any creature that the soul must stand on:
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because that that the soul stands on, must stand it self. Now nothing hath a firm consistence, but that which is Divine:
Because that that the soul Stands on, must stand it self. Now nothing hath a firm consistence, but that which is Divine:
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Which I prove thus, There is no creature, but though it be true and good,
Which I prove thus, There is no creature, but though it be true and good,
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yet it is changeably true, and may be otherwise then it is, and yet be a creature still, and a good creature.
yet it is changeably true, and may be otherwise then it is, and yet be a creature still, and a good creature.
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There is no man but he is changeable, and is changeable as a creature, and as a creature severed from the consideration of sin he is changeable.
There is no man but he is changeable, and is changeable as a creature, and as a creature severed from the consideration of since he is changeable.
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The very Angels are changeable as they are creatures: all things created are mutable; it is the Observation of Damascene.
The very Angels Are changeable as they Are creatures: all things created Are mutable; it is the Observation of Damascene.
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Now that that is the foundation of faith must not onely be true, but infallibly, and unchangeably true:
Now that that is the Foundation of faith must not only be true, but infallibly, and unchangeably true:
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there must be no danger of errour in that that faith layes it self upon.
there must be no danger of error in that that faith lays it self upon.
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It is an old rule, Falshood cannot be under faith, because faith must lye upon truth, infallible and immutable truth;
It is an old Rule, Falsehood cannot be under faith, Because faith must lie upon truth, infallible and immutable truth;
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and who is so but God? and what revealed truth is so, but Divine truth? Therefore faith onely relyeth upon the first good,
and who is so but God? and what revealed truth is so, but Divine truth? Therefore faith only Relieth upon the First good,
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and the first truth, upon God and his truth.
and the First truth, upon God and his truth.
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Therefore we may see what to judge of that controversie between us and our adversaries that would have our faith to be resolved into the authority of the Church,
Therefore we may see what to judge of that controversy between us and our Adversaries that would have our faith to be resolved into the Authority of the Church,
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and not of the Scriptures, and by consequent not to the authority of God himself.
and not of the Scriptures, and by consequent not to the Authority of God himself.
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The question is, Who hath the best standing, the Papists, or we? We say we stand by faith,
The question is, Who hath the best standing, the Papists, or we? We say we stand by faith,
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therefore we stand better then they.
Therefore we stand better then they.
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They say they stand by faith too, but how? Their faith is resolved into the authority of the Church at length, and there they rest.
They say they stand by faith too, but how? Their faith is resolved into the Authority of the Church At length, and there they rest.
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But I say, even by the confession of themselves, or of any reasonable man, the Word of God is more Divine then the authority of the Church can be.
But I say, even by the Confessi of themselves, or of any reasonable man, the Word of God is more Divine then the Authority of the Church can be.
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For the authority of the Church is therefore infallible and true, because the Word of God saith so, That he will be with the Church, &c. and save his Church.
For the Authority of the Church is Therefore infallible and true, Because the Word of God Says so, That he will be with the Church, etc. and save his Church.
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The ground is determined upon the Word.
The ground is determined upon the Word.
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Now the Word to which they have recourse, to prove that they cannot erre, that must be trusted before them;
Now the Word to which they have recourse, to prove that they cannot err, that must be trusted before them;
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if they have credit from the Word, the Word must be believed before them, before men:
if they have credit from the Word, the Word must be believed before them, before men:
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for there is no man if God speak by him, but he speaks by him so far as he understands the Scripture,
for there is no man if God speak by him, but he speaks by him so Far as he understands the Scripture,
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and builds upon the Scriptures first.
and builds upon the Scriptures First.
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Therefore we must first found our selves upon the Scriptures, and upon men as far as they agree to the Scriptures.
Therefore we must First found our selves upon the Scriptures, and upon men as Far as they agree to the Scriptures.
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If the Scriptures were not the Word of God indeed, they could not be the foundation of faith, we could not stand upon them;
If the Scriptures were not the Word of God indeed, they could not be the Foundation of faith, we could not stand upon them;
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but they are the Word of God indeed, for men wrote as they were inspired by the Holy Ghost.
but they Are the Word of God indeed, for men wrote as they were inspired by the Holy Ghost.
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Now that that comes from men it is not infallibly the Word of God;
Now that that comes from men it is not infallibly the Word of God;
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but if they speak any thing that is good, it is so far as it is agreeable to the first truth, the Word of God.
but if they speak any thing that is good, it is so Far as it is agreeable to the First truth, the Word of God.
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Indeed, the resolution of their faith is very rotten, and unsound, and bewrayes what their Church is:
Indeed, the resolution of their faith is very rotten, and unsound, and betrays what their Church is:
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for they come at length in the grand Point of all, to meer traditions. What is the present Church? The Pope is the Church virtually.
for they come At length in the grand Point of all, to mere traditions. What is the present Church? The Pope is the Church virtually.
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How do they know that he cannot erre? he is Peters Successour.
How do they know that he cannot err? he is Peter's Successor.
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How do they know he is so, the Scripture saith not so? it is Tradition:
How do they know he is so, the Scripture Says not so? it is Tradition:
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so that the foundation of their Religion is meer tradition, a thing from hand to hand;
so that the Foundation of their Religion is mere tradition, a thing from hand to hand;
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that is questionable and uncertain, that is the foundation of all their Religion; what a resolution of faith is this?
that is questionable and uncertain, that is the Foundation of all their Religion; what a resolution of faith is this?
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We stand upon this against the gates of hell, and against all temptations and tryals whatsoever:
We stand upon this against the gates of hell, and against all temptations and trials whatsoever:
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we believe, and fasten our soules upon this truth, why? It is the Word of God.
we believe, and fasten our Souls upon this truth, why? It is the Word of God.
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How do we know it is the Word of God? Indeed the Church first of all hath an inducing, leading power, perswading to read,
How do we know it is the Word of God? Indeed the Church First of all hath an inducing, leading power, persuading to read,
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& to hear the Word of God, and to unfold the Word by the Ministery; and that is all that the Church doth:
& to hear the Word of God, and to unfold the Word by the Ministry; and that is all that the Church does:
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but when we hear this, there is a Divine intrinsecal majestie in the Word it self, by which I know the Word to be the Word.
but when we hear this, there is a Divine intrinsical majesty in the Word it self, by which I know the Word to be the Word.
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How do I know light to be light? from it self, it gives evidence from it self:
How do I know Light to be Light? from it self, it gives evidence from it self:
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so Divine light in the Scriptures gives light of it self to all those for whom the Scripture was penned.
so Divine Light in the Scriptures gives Light of it self to all those for whom the Scripture was penned.
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For whom was the Scripture penned? For Gods people. To all that have gracious hearts, the Word carries its own evidence with it:
For whom was the Scripture penned? For God's people. To all that have gracious hearts, the Word carries its own evidence with it:
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as light carries its own evidence, it discovers it self and all things else; so doth the Scriptures, You have a sure Word of the Prophets.
as Light carries its own evidence, it discovers it self and all things Else; so does the Scriptures, You have a sure Word of the prophets.
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Our Saviour Christ himself founds what he teacheth upon the Word.
Our Saviour christ himself founds what he Teaches upon the Word.
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Shall not we therefore ground our faith upon the Word, when he that was the Head of the Church brings all to the Word in his teaching? Therefore we have a better resolution for our faith then they have.
Shall not we Therefore ground our faith upon the Word, when he that was the Head of the Church brings all to the Word in his teaching? Therefore we have a better resolution for our faith then they have.
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For indeed to say the truth, as we may say of their kind of prayers, when they may to Saints, &c. They worship they know not what.
For indeed to say the truth, as we may say of their kind of Prayers, when they may to Saints, etc. They worship they know not what.
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So we may say of their faith, they believe they know not what, they believe in a 〈 ◊ 〉 man:
So we may say of their faith, they believe they know not what, they believe in a 〈 ◊ 〉 man:
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for the present Pope is all their Church, which is an ignorant man (many times) in the Scriptures, perhaps he never read them:
for the present Pope is all their Church, which is an ignorant man (many times) in the Scriptures, perhaps he never read them:
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and he must determine controversies, and get into the Chair, and judge that that shall judge him ere long;
and he must determine controversies, and get into the Chair, and judge that that shall judge him ere long;
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he must judge the Scripture that must be his Judge, and the Judge of all mankind.
he must judge the Scripture that must be his Judge, and the Judge of all mankind.
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I list not to be large in this point, a 〈 ◊ 〉 discovery is enough.
I list not to be large in this point, a 〈 ◊ 〉 discovery is enough.
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I hasten to something more practical. We see then that faith hath an establishing power, to stand by faith.
I hasten to something more practical. We see then that faith hath an establishing power, to stand by faith.
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Then hence we may see these truths which I will but touch. First, that faith is certain, it is a certain thing, and makes the soul certain;
Then hence we may see these truths which I will but touch. First, that faith is certain, it is a certain thing, and makes the soul certain;
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it is not a weak apprehension.
it is not a weak apprehension.
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Again, in that it is said here, By faith ye stand, we see here the perseverance of faith.
Again, in that it is said Here, By faith you stand, we see Here the perseverance of faith.
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But you will say, That faith whereby we stand is changeable, and therefore we may fall.
But you will say, That faith whereby we stand is changeable, and Therefore we may fallen.
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No, S. Peter makes a Comment upon this place: We are kept by faith to salvation:
No, S. Peter makes a Comment upon this place: We Are kept by faith to salvation:
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and receiving the end of your faith, the salvation of your soules. We are kept through faith to salvation.
and receiving the end of your faith, the salvation of your Souls. We Are kept through faith to salvation.
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So God by his power keeps that faith that keeps us. There is a divine power that keeps faith, that faith may keep us: so we stand by faith;
So God by his power keeps that faith that keeps us. There is a divine power that keeps faith, that faith may keep us: so we stand by faith;
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and that faith stands to salvation, because it hath a firme bottom to stand on,
and that faith Stands to salvation, Because it hath a firm bottom to stand on,
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and because it is kept by God himself, We are kept by the power of God through faith to salvation.
and Because it is kept by God himself, We Are kept by the power of God through faith to salvation.
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Mark how it runs along to salvation.
Mark how it runs along to salvation.
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Salvation is not onely certain in it self, but that faith that layes hold on salvation, is sure.
Salvation is not only certain in it self, but that faith that lays hold on salvation, is sure.
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By faith we stand: not onely for the present, but we continue by faith, and stand even to the death. Again;By faith we stand: not only for the present, but we continue by faith, and stand even to the death. Again;
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in the third place, which followes from the other: faith is a certain thing in it self, and we are assured of our continuance;
in the third place, which follows from the other: faith is a certain thing in it self, and we Are assured of our Continuance;
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we are assured that we shall be saved: he that believeth may be assured that he shall be saved.
we Are assured that we shall be saved: he that Believeth may be assured that he shall be saved.
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First faith is a certain thing in it self, laying hold upon a strong foundation, the Word of God.
First faith is a certain thing in it self, laying hold upon a strong Foundation, the Word of God.
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And it is sure to continue, it builds upon the rock. Therefore a man may believe, and he may know that he shall be saved:
And it is sure to continue, it builds upon the rock. Therefore a man may believe, and he may know that he shall be saved:
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he may know that he shall continue in a sure faith. There is a latitude, a breadth in faith;
he may know that he shall continue in a sure faith. There is a latitude, a breadth in faith;
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and sometimes there is doubting, and sometimes faith, but yet there is alwayes faith, more or lesse.
and sometime there is doubting, and sometime faith, but yet there is always faith, more or less.
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There is a little and a great faith, but there is alwayes faith: By faith we stand. These things need not further inlargement.
There is a little and a great faith, but there is always faith: By faith we stand. These things need not further enlargement.
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I onely shew how they spring from this Text.
I only show how they spring from this Text.
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In a word, hence we learn, That it is by faith that we stand, and withstand all opposition whatsoever; for faith is our victory:
In a word, hence we Learn, That it is by faith that we stand, and withstand all opposition whatsoever; for faith is our victory:
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This is your victory, even your faith, 1 Joh. 5. 4. By faith we overcome the world, by it we stand,This is your victory, even your faith, 1 John 5. 4. By faith we overcome the world, by it we stand,
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and stand against all opposition whatsoever. To make it a little clear.
and stand against all opposition whatsoever. To make it a little clear.
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The reason is, partly because faith doth present to the soul greater good then the world can,
The reason is, partly Because faith does present to the soul greater good then the world can,
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therefore nothing on the right hand can shake the soul of a believing Christian.
Therefore nothing on the right hand can shake the soul of a believing Christian.
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Shall pleasures, and profits, and the honours of the world draw a Christian from his faith,
Shall pleasures, and profits, and the honours of the world draw a Christian from his faith,
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when faith presents better honours, better pleasures at the right hand of God, plesures for evermore? No, they cannot:
when faith presents better honours, better pleasures At the right hand of God, pleasures for evermore? No, they cannot:
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for there is nothing in the world, but there is better in Religion, incomparably better. There is no comparison of the pleasures of Religion, and of the world;
for there is nothing in the world, but there is better in Religion, incomparably better. There is no comparison of the pleasures of Religion, and of the world;
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between the honour of being a child of God, and the honours that the world can give.
between the honour of being a child of God, and the honours that the world can give.
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Therefore there is nothing on the right hand in the world that can overcome the faith of a Christian,
Therefore there is nothing on the right hand in the world that can overcome the faith of a Christian,
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but he can stand against all, though it be a Kingdome: Moses refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter;
but he can stand against all, though it be a Kingdom: Moses refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter;
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why? Faith presented him greater honours in the Church of God:
why? Faith presented him greater honours in the Church of God:
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he accounted the very reproach, the worst thing in the Church, better then the best thing in the world, the reproach of Christ better then the treasures of Egypt.
he accounted the very reproach, the worst thing in the Church, better then the best thing in the world, the reproach of christ better then the treasures of Egypt.
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Let discouragements be offered to Faith by Satan, and the world;
Let discouragements be offered to Faith by Satan, and the world;
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let them come with all the terrours and threatenings they can, faith is victorious, and triumphant against them all, it stands against them all:
let them come with all the terrors and threatenings they can, faith is victorious, and triumphant against them all, it Stands against them all:
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because it sets before the soul greater good, then the ill that the world can inflict;
Because it sets before the soul greater good, then the ill that the world can inflict;
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and sets before the soul greater ills if it apostatize, then the world can inflict.
and sets before the soul greater ills if it apostatise, then the world can inflict.
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Saith the world, If you do not thus and thus, you shall be cast into prison,
Says the world, If you do not thus and thus, you shall be cast into prison,
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or perhaps you shall lose your life.
or perhaps you shall loose your life.
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O but saith the soul, If I yield to the temptations of Satan, and my own vile corruptions I shall be cast into hell, is not that worse? There can nothing be presented to the soul that is terrible,
O but Says the soul, If I yield to the temptations of Satan, and my own vile corruptions I shall be cast into hell, is not that Worse? There can nothing be presented to the soul that is terrible,
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but faith will present to it things more terrible:
but faith will present to it things more terrible:
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therefore if there be faith in the soul, it will stand against all those terrours whatsoever.
Therefore if there be faith in the soul, it will stand against all those terrors whatsoever.
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Fear not them that can kill the body, when they have done their worst; fear not them that can kill the body, when they have done their worst;
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if you will needs fear, I will tell you whom you shall f• … ar, Fear him that can cast both body and soul into hell.
if you will needs Fear, I will tell you whom you shall f• … Are, fear him that can cast both body and soul into hell.
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So, if we be forced to suffer the losse of any thing that is good in the world,
So, if we be forced to suffer the loss of any thing that is good in the world,
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why do men alter as the State alters? they are ready to have every Moneth a new faith,
why doe men altar as the State alters? they Are ready to have every Monn a new faith,
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or be cast into any ill condition, what saith S. Paul? The troubles and afflictions of the world, are not worthy of the glory that shall be revealed.
or be cast into any ill condition, what Says S. Paul? The Troubles and afflictions of the world, Are not worthy of the glory that shall be revealed.
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Let us set that glory before us, and that will prevail against that all the world can threaten, or take from us;
Let us Set that glory before us, and that will prevail against that all the world can threaten, or take from us;
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what is all to it? nothing. Therefore by faith we stand, we keep our own standing, and withstand all oppositions whatsoever.
what is all to it? nothing. Therefore by faith we stand, we keep our own standing, and withstand all oppositions whatsoever.
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Oh, but what if there come more subtile temptations;
O, but what if there come more subtle temptations;
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end the Lord himself seemes to be our enemy, that we have sinne, and God is angry,
end the Lord himself seems to be our enemy, that we have sin, and God is angry,
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and we see he followes us with afflictions that are evidences of his anger; how shall we stand now, and keep our selves from despair?
and we see he follows us with afflictions that Are evidences of his anger; how shall we stand now, and keep our selves from despair?
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This is a fiery dart of Satan, when a man hath sinned, and conscience is awakened, to make him sink in despair.
This is a fiery dart of Satan, when a man hath sinned, and conscience is awakened, to make him sink in despair.
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O but faith will make the soul to stand in these great temptations against those fiery darts:
O but faith will make the soul to stand in these great temptations against those fiery darts:
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faith puts a shield into the hand of the soul, to beat back all those fiery darts.
faith puts a shield into the hand of the soul, to beatrice back all those fiery darts.
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For faith will present Christ to God.
For faith will present christ to God.
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Indeed I have been a sinner, but thou hast ordained a Saviour, and he is of thine own appointing, of thine own a• … ting, a Saviour of thine own giving,
Indeed I have been a sinner, but thou hast ordained a Saviour, and he is of thine own appointing, of thine own a• … ting, a Saviour of thine own giving,
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and thou hast made a promise, that Whosoever believeth in him, shall not perish, but have everlasting life;
and thou hast made a promise, that Whosoever Believeth in him, shall not perish, but have everlasting life;
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I cast my self upon thy mercy in him:
I cast my self upon thy mercy in him:
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hereupon faith comes to withstand all such fiery temptations whatsoever, nay, against God himself, Lord, thou canst not deny thine own Saviour, thou • … mest to be an enemy,
hereupon faith comes to withstand all such fiery temptations whatsoever, nay, against God himself, Lord, thou Canst not deny thine own Saviour, thou • … mest to be an enemy,
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and though I be a sinner, and have deserved to be cast into hell, yet I come to thee in the Name of thy Son, that is at thy right hand,
and though I be a sinner, and have deserved to be cast into hell, yet I come to thee in the Name of thy Son, that is At thy right hand,
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and pleads for me by vertue of his blood shed for me;
and pleads for me by virtue of his blood shed for me;
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I came in his Name, thou canst not refuse thy owne Son. For all temptations when a man hath faith in him, it will send Satan to Christ to answer for him.
I Come in his Name, thou Canst not refuse thy own Son. For all temptations when a man hath faith in him, it will send Satan to christ to answer for him.
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Go to Christ, he is my husband, he hath paid my debts, he hath satisfied for my sins.
Go to christ, he is my husband, he hath paid my debts, he hath satisfied for my Sins.
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So that whatsoever the temptation be, make it as subtle as you will, there is a skill in faith to stand against it,
So that whatsoever the temptation be, make it as subtle as you will, there is a skill in faith to stand against it,
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and to beat back all the fiery darts of Satan.
and to beatrice back all the fiery darts of Satan.
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Therefore, to end all, we see here what an excellent estate a Christian is in above all others, that he hath a better standing then others have;
Therefore, to end all, we see Here what an excellent estate a Christian is in above all Others, that he hath a better standing then Others have;
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not onely a better standing in Religion then the Papists have, but in the profession of Religion, he hath a better standing then common professors;
not only a better standing in Religion then the Papists have, but in the profession of Religion, he hath a better standing then Common professors;
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why? he stands by faith, by sound faith. He stands not upon opinion, or because he hath been bred so:
why? he Stands by faith, by found faith. He Stands not upon opinion, or Because he hath been bred so:
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he stands not upon his wit, because he sees reason for it;
he Stands not upon his wit, Because he sees reason for it;
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he stands upon faith, and faith stands upon divine authority, he stands partly upon his own experience that seconds faith.
he Stands upon faith, and faith Stands upon divine Authority, he Stands partly upon his own experience that seconds faith.
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Those then that care not for Religion, what standing have they? those that stand only in pleasures and profits,
Those then that care not for Religion, what standing have they? those that stand only in pleasures and profits,
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and in the favour of great men, what standing have they? They stand, as the Psalmist saith, in slippery places. There is no man,
and in the favour of great men, what standing have they? They stand, as the Psalmist Says, in slippery places. There is no man,
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but if he nave not faith he stands slippery, though he be never so great;
but if he nave not faith he Stands slippery, though he be never so great;
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if he be a Monarch, alas, what is it to stand a while? all these things are but uncertain,
if he be a Monarch, alas, what is it to stand a while? all these things Are but uncertain,
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though they yield present content, they are but uncertain contentments;
though they yield present content, they Are but uncertain contentment's;
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the Wise-man saith, they are but vanity: they are like the reed of Egypt, that will not uphold;
the Wiseman Says, they Are but vanity: they Are like the reed of Egypt, that will not uphold;
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they will not sustein the soul in the time of trouble:
they will not sustain the soul in the time of trouble:
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there is nothing that a man can stand upon, and fasten his soul upon, if he be not Religious, that will hold scarce the fit of an ague, that will hold in the pangs of death,
there is nothing that a man can stand upon, and fasten his soul upon, if he be not Religious, that will hold scarce the fit of an ague, that will hold in the pangs of death,
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even in the entrance of it, that will hold in terrours of conscience.
even in the Entrance of it, that will hold in terrors of conscience.
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How little a trouble will blow away all those that stand on so weak a foundation as an earthly thing is? For they have but an Imaginary good to speak of,
How little a trouble will blow away all those that stand on so weak a Foundation as an earthly thing is? For they have but an Imaginary good to speak of,
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and that Imagination is driven out by the sense of the contrary.
and that Imagination is driven out by the sense of the contrary.
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Let contrary troubles come, and all their fooles Paradise, and their happinesse they had before, is at an end;
Let contrary Troubles come, and all their Fools Paradise, and their happiness they had before, is At an end;
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it goes no deeper then Imagination. All the things in this world stablish not the heart:
it Goes no Deeper then Imagination. All the things in this world establish not the heart:
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Those that do not stand by faith in the favour of God in Christ, let their standing be what it will, it will soon be over turned by any temptation;
Those that do not stand by faith in the favour of God in christ, let their standing be what it will, it will soon be over turned by any temptation;
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they can stand out against nothing.
they can stand out against nothing.
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Therefore let us labour above all things in the world, to have that faith strengthened by which we stand:
Therefore let us labour above all things in the world, to have that faith strengthened by which we stand:
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and let us often be encouraged to strengthen our faith by all means, that we may stand the better upon it;
and let us often be encouraged to strengthen our faith by all means, that we may stand the better upon it;
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and try our faith before we trust it: it is that that we must trust to, and stand to in life and death.
and try our faith before we trust it: it is that that we must trust to, and stand to in life and death.
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Therefore let us often think, Is my faith good? is it well built? Let us oft put this query to our soules, I believe the Religion I professe,
Therefore let us often think, Is my faith good? is it well built? Let us oft put this query to our Souls, I believe the Religion I profess,
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but upon what grounds? I believe the truths in the Word of God, but upon what grounds? have I a clear understanding of them,
but upon what grounds? I believe the truths in the Word of God, but upon what grounds? have I a clear understanding of them,
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because they are divine? doth the Spirit of God open them, and shew a light in the Scripture that is divine? doth the Spirit of God give me a relish of the Scriptures above all the pleasures in the world? Do I find God speaking to my heart in the Word? do I find the Spirit of God with his Ordinance? then my knowledge and my faith will hold out, I can stand by that faith in the Word that is wrought by the Spirit,
Because they Are divine? does the Spirit of God open them, and show a Light in the Scripture that is divine? does the Spirit of God give me a relish of the Scriptures above all the pleasures in the world? Do I find God speaking to my heart in the Word? do I find the Spirit of God with his Ordinance? then my knowledge and my faith will hold out, I can stand by that faith in the Word that is wrought by the Spirit,
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and fastened upon the Word with the Spirit. But if I believe the Religion I professe, only because the State doth so:
and fastened upon the Word with the Spirit. But if I believe the Religion I profess, only Because the State does so:
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and if the King and State should do otherwise, I would change my Religion:
and if the King and State should do otherwise, I would change my Religion:
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or if it be because my parents were so, or my friends, and Patron is of that religion, whom I depend upon:
or if it be Because my Parents were so, or my Friends, and Patron is of that Religion, whom I depend upon:
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or because I see greater seeming reason for this then for the other. I can hold argument for this, and not for the other; Alas, this will not hold.
or Because I see greater seeming reason for this then for the other. I can hold argument for this, and not for the other; Alas, this will not hold.
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But labour to know the truth of the Word of God by experience as much as we can;
But labour to know the truth of the Word of God by experience as much as we can;
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and by the Spirit of God giving evidence to our soules from the inward grounds of Scripture, that it is the Word:
and by the Spirit of God giving evidence to our Souls from the inward grounds of Scripture, that it is the Word:
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I know whom I have trusted, I know the promises are good, I have felt them in my soul:I know whom I have trusted, I know the promises Are good, I have felt them in my soul:
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the Spirit hath reported them to my soul; they are sweeter then all the things in the world.
the Spirit hath reported them to my soul; they Are Sweeten then all the things in the world.
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It is a sure Word, I bottome upon it, I have found the comfort of it before,
It is a sure Word, I bottom upon it, I have found the Comfort of it before,
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therefore I will build upon it. We can never stand, unlesse we can make our knowledge spiritnal;
Therefore I will built upon it. We can never stand, unless we can make our knowledge Spiritual;
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it is but acquisite knowledge else. We fall in three things vilely, we labour that our knowledge of Religion be spiritual,
it is but acquisite knowledge Else. We fallen in three things vilely, we labour that our knowledge of Religion be spiritual,
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and fetched divinely out of the Word of God together with the Spirit. We fall into sin from this very ground:
and fetched divinely out of the Word of God together with the Spirit. We fallen into since from this very ground:
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for why do men fall into sin? because at that time they stand not upon the Word of God, revealed by conscience to be the Word of God.
for why do men fallen into since? Because At that time they stand not upon the Word of God, revealed by conscience to be the Word of God.
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Ask them why they sweat? if they did believe the truth, the Word saith, I will not hold them guil• … lesse that take my Name in vain.
Ask them why they sweat? if they did believe the truth, the Word Says, I will not hold them guil• … less that take my Name in vain.
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But I am not convinced by the Spirit assuring my soul that it is the Word of God;
But I am not convinced by the Spirit assuring my soul that it is the Word of God;
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if men did believe it, would men bring a curse upon themselves? And so whoremongers;
if men did believe it, would men bring a curse upon themselves? And so whoremongers;
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the Word of God saith, Whoremongers, and adulterers God will judge;
the Word of God Says, Whoremongers, and Adulterers God will judge;
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would men if they did believe this truth, live in these sins? But they have only an opinion of these things, I hear that these things are divine, perhaps they are not so,
would men if they did believe this truth, live in these Sins? But they have only an opinion of these things, I hear that these things Are divine, perhaps they Are not so,
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and the knowledge that we have is not divine; faith is not mingled with the Spirit.
and the knowledge that we have is not divine; faith is not mingled with the Spirit.
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Then again, from sin, we fall into despair for sin at last, why? because our knowledge of divine truthes is not spiritual,
Then again, from since, we fallen into despair for since At last, why? Because our knowledge of divine truths is not spiritual,
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nor from inward grounds of Scripture felt by experience, the Spirit sealing the Scripture to my heart by some spirituall experience;
nor from inward grounds of Scripture felt by experience, the Spirit sealing the Scripture to my heart by Some spiritual experience;
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and thereupon men fall into despair for sin at length. For Satan plies them with temptations from their own guilty conscience;
and thereupon men fallen into despair for since At length. For Satan plies them with temptations from their own guilty conscience;
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the grounds of their fears are present, and the grounds of their terrours are present to their soules:
the grounds of their fears Are present, and the grounds of their terrors Are present to their Souls:
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for they are there, as it were, sealed, and branded in their very soules;
for they Are there, as it were, sealed, and branded in their very Souls;
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but their comforts are overly, the promises are overly, the Word is not rooted in their hearts by faith, it is not sealed there by the Spirit of God, the sanctifying Spirit never brought the Word, and their soules together.
but their comforts Are overly, the promises Are overly, the Word is not rooted in their hearts by faith, it is not sealed there by the Spirit of God, the sanctifying Spirit never brought the Word, and their Souls together.
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Hereupon they fall into desperation, when their terrours are present, and their comforts are overly.
Hereupon they fallen into desperation, when their terrors Are present, and their comforts Are overly.
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If a man have never so sound a foundation, if he stand not, but float upon it, he may fall, and sink:
If a man have never so found a Foundation, if he stand not, but float upon it, he may fallen, and sink:
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if a man be never so weak, if he lie on a rock, the strength of the rock is his:
if a man be never so weak, if he lie on a rock, the strength of the rock is his:
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so in our temptations if we have a strong foundation, if we do not rest on it, the foundation will not uphold us.
so in our temptations if we have a strong Foundation, if we do not rest on it, the Foundation will not uphold us.
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Now how can those rest on it that stagger in it? that were never convinced by the Spirit that these things are so? and that have had no spiritual experience? Satan drawes thousands of soules to perdition,
Now how can those rest on it that stagger in it? that were never convinced by the Spirit that these things Are so? and that have had no spiritual experience? Satan draws thousands of Souls to perdition,
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because their terrours are present, and their comforts are overly; they are not built upon divine truth by the Spirit of God.
Because their terrors Are present, and their comforts Are overly; they Are not built upon divine truth by the Spirit of God.
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Again, for Apostasie, in the times of the alteration of Religion:
Again, for Apostasy, in the times of the alteration of Religion:
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if the times, and Goverment alter, why? because they were never convinced by the Spirit of God of divine truths.
if the times, and Government altar, why? Because they were never convinced by the Spirit of God of divine truths.
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They had it from forreign arguments:
They had it from foreign Arguments:
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The former State of things countenanced this way, now another State countenanceth another opinion, therefore I will be of the safest.
The former State of things countenanced this Way, now Another State Countenanceth Another opinion, Therefore I will be of the Safest.
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This is because the soul was never convinced of the truth.
This is Because the soul was never convinced of the truth.
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Therefore I beseech you, labour to have arguments from the experience of the power of the Word in your soules,
Therefore I beseech you, labour to have Arguments from the experience of the power of the Word in your Souls,
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and arguments from the Spirit of God to your spirits that it is the Word of God.
and Arguments from the Spirit of God to your spirits that it is the Word of God.
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I will stand to divine truth, I find such a majesty, such a humbling, pacifying, satisfying power in it to all my perplexities and doubts, that it cannot but be the Word of God, it stayes my soul in all oppositions, in all temptations, and corruptions:
I will stand to divine truth, I find such a majesty, such a humbling, pacifying, satisfying power in it to all my perplexities and doubts, that it cannot but be the Word of God, it stays my soul in all oppositions, in all temptations, and corruptions:
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it gives a stay and foundation to my soul, that no truth in the world else can do.
it gives a stay and Foundation to my soul, that no truth in the world Else can do.
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When the soul is brought to such a frame;
When the soul is brought to such a frame;
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such a soul will not fall into grosse sins while it is in such a frame;
such a soul will not fallen into gross Sins while it is in such a frame;
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much lesse will it despair for sin:
much less will it despair for since:
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and if there be altering of Religion a thousand times, it stands as a rock unmovable;
and if there be altering of Religion a thousand times, it Stands as a rock unmovable;
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because it knowes from inward grounds, from the Word of God it self sealed by the Spirit to my spirit, that it is the Word of God:
Because it knows from inward grounds, from the Word of God it self sealed by the Spirit to my Spirit, that it is the Word of God:
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such a soul will hold out, and only such a soul. We should labour therefore by all means to have our faith strengthened;
such a soul will hold out, and only such a soul. We should labour Therefore by all means to have our faith strengthened;
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and amongst other meanes, by the use of the Sacrament whereby God sweetly conveys himself to us, by way of a banquet strengthening our faith in Christ; and among other means, by the use of the Sacrament whereby God sweetly conveys himself to us, by Way of a banquet strengthening our faith in christ;
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he presents Christ to us as the food of our soules to refresh us, even as the bread and wine doth.
he presents christ to us as the food of our Souls to refresh us, even as the bred and wine does.
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Our blessed Saviour is wiser then we, he knowes what we stand in need of, that we have need to strengthen our faith.
Our blessed Saviour is Wiser then we, he knows what we stand in need of, that we have need to strengthen our faith.
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For we have need to strengthen that that must be our strength, which is faith.
For we have need to strengthen that that must be our strength, which is faith.
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And what is the Ordinance of God to strengthen faith, is it not the Sacrament? The proper use of the Sacrament is to strengthen faith:
And what is the Ordinance of God to strengthen faith, is it not the Sacrament? The proper use of the Sacrament is to strengthen faith:
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which the Sacrament doth, being a visible Sermon to us:
which the Sacrament does, being a visible Sermon to us:
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for here we see in the outward things Christs body broken, and his blood shed, it is a lively representation, a visible crucifying of Christ, a breaking of his body,
for Here we see in the outward things Christ body broken, and his blood shed, it is a lively representation, a visible crucifying of christ, a breaking of his body,
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and pouring out of his bloud.
and pouring out of his blood.
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And withall here is an offer of Christ to us in the elements, sealing of what it represents to our soules, if we come prepared.
And withal Here is an offer of christ to us in the elements, sealing of what it represents to our Souls, if we come prepared.
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God feeds us not with empty signes, but together with the outward things themselves, he gives the spiritual to the soul that is a worthy Receiver.
God feeds us not with empty Signs, but together with the outward things themselves, he gives the spiritual to the soul that is a worthy Receiver.
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Therefore come with a humble stooping to Gods wisdom in appointing these Ordinances to this end, to strengthen faith.
Therefore come with a humble stooping to God's Wisdom in appointing these Ordinances to this end, to strengthen faith.
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And come with a desire to have faith strengthened, that will uphold us against all temptations to sin, or to despair for sin.
And come with a desire to have faith strengthened, that will uphold us against all temptations to since, or to despair for since.
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Oh beloved, if we knew what good our faith must do us ere long, we would labour to have it strengthened by all means.
O Beloved, if we knew what good our faith must do us ere long, we would labour to have it strengthened by all means.
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What will become of us in the hour of death, and in great temptations? we shall be as chaffe driven with the wind,
What will become of us in the hour of death, and in great temptations? we shall be as chaff driven with the wind,
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if we have no consistence, and stability in divine truth, if our soules be not built on that,
if we have no consistence, and stability in divine truth, if our Souls be not built on that,
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if we have not faith whereby our soules may be rooted in Christ, we shall be but a prey for Satan.
if we have not faith whereby our Souls may be rooted in christ, we shall be but a prey for Satan.
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Therefore considering that faith is of such wondrous consequence, it is the root of all other graces whatsoever;
Therefore considering that faith is of such wondrous consequence, it is the root of all other graces whatsoever;
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as the Apostle saith here, By faith ye stand. He doth not say, By patience, or by hope, or the like, they are drawn from faith.
as the Apostle Says Here, By faith you stand. He does not say, By patience, or by hope, or the like, they Are drawn from faith.
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Strengthen that, and strengthen all other that are infused from it. As a tree, we cast not water on the branches, but on the root;
Strengthen that, and strengthen all other that Are infused from it. As a tree, we cast not water on the branches, but on the root;
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all the branches are cherished by the root:
all the branches Are cherished by the root:
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so strengthen faith, we strengthen love, and hope, and all, if we strengthen faith, and assurance of Gods love in Christ.
so strengthen faith, we strengthen love, and hope, and all, if we strengthen faith, and assurance of God's love in christ.
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Thus I have at length gone over this fruitfull portion of Scripture. FINIS.
Thus I have At length gone over this fruitful portion of Scripture. FINIS.
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