and considering the frequent Impunity and Security of bad Men, and the Fears and Troubles, which the best are not exempted from, it seems next to impossible to make out (at least as to this Life) that to be carnally minded is Death,
and considering the frequent Impunity and Security of bad Men, and the Fears and Troubles, which the best Are not exempted from, it seems next to impossible to make out (At least as to this Life) that to be carnally minded is Death,
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Yet, our Apostle doth not seem to confine the Consequences here mention'd to another World, (although the full Accomplishment of them be only there to be expected;) but if we attend to his Scope and Design in the end of the foregoing Chapter,
Yet, our Apostle does not seem to confine the Consequences Here mentioned to Another World, (although the full Accomplishment of them be only there to be expected;) but if we attend to his Scope and Design in the end of the foregoing Chapter,
and of a Spiritual Mind is Life and Peace: For, when S. Paul in the 7th Chapter had Represented himself as Carnal and sold under Sin, although there were great Strugglings between the Convictions of his Conscience,
and of a Spiritual Mind is Life and Peace: For, when S. Paul in the 7th Chapter had Represented himself as Carnal and sold under since, although there were great Strugglings between the Convictions of his Conscience,
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as appears by that Emphatical Expression which follow'd upon it, O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the Body of this Death? But he no sooner finds hopes of Delivery and Escape out of that Estate,
as appears by that Emphatical Expression which followed upon it, Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the Body of this Death? But he no sooner finds hope's of Delivery and Escape out of that Estate,
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For, what could not be done by Natural Freedom, by the Power of the Law and the Force of Reason, is brought to pass by the Assistance of Divine Grace given to the Souls of Men by Jesus Christ. For what the Law could not do in that it was weak through the Flesh:
For, what could not be done by Natural Freedom, by the Power of the Law and the Force of Reason, is brought to pass by the Assistance of Divine Grace given to the Souls of Men by jesus christ. For what the Law could not do in that it was weak through the Flesh:
What was that which the Law could not do? It could Awaken, Convince, Terrifie and Confound the Consciences of Sinners under the Sense and Apprehension of their Sins;
What was that which the Law could not do? It could Awaken, Convince, Terrify and Confound the Consciences of Sinners under the Sense and Apprehension of their Sins;
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and by the prevailing Efficacy of his Grace subdued the Strength and Force of it to such a degree, That the Righteousness of the Law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not after the Flesh but after the Spirit.
and by the prevailing Efficacy of his Grace subdued the Strength and Force of it to such a degree, That the Righteousness of the Law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not After the Flesh but After the Spirit.
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How could this be, if S. Paul still considered himself in the same Condition he did in the foregoing Chapter? For if he were still in Captivity to the Law of Sin in his Members, how was it possible that the Righteousness of the Law should be fulfilled in him? How could he walk not after the Flesh but after the Spirit,
How could this be, if S. Paul still considered himself in the same Condition he did in the foregoing Chapter? For if he were still in Captivity to the Law of since in his Members, how was it possible that the Righteousness of the Law should be fulfilled in him? How could he walk not After the Flesh but After the Spirit,
if the Good which he would he did not, and the Evil which he would not that he did? For these things are so repugnant to each other, that when they are spoken of the same Person, it must be under different Considerations;
if the Good which he would he did not, and the Evil which he would not that he did? For these things Are so repugnant to each other, that when they Are spoken of the same Person, it must be under different Considerations;
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For, instead of Horrour and Despair, and inward Anguish and Confusion, there will follow a New Life of Joy and Peace here, and Eternal Happiness hereafter.
For, instead of Horror and Despair, and inward Anguish and Confusion, there will follow a New Life of Joy and Peace Here, and Eternal Happiness hereafter.
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And this is what the Apostle means in the Words of the Text; To be carnally minded, &c. Wherein are two things, which very much deserve our Consideration.
And this is what the Apostle means in the Words of the Text; To be carnally minded, etc. Wherein Are two things, which very much deserve our Consideration.
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how to Judge concerning this matter so, as to be able to Determine whether we our selves be carnally or spiritually minded. Which is a thing of so great Consequence for us to know, that the Peace of our Minds, the true Comfort of our Lives, our due Preparation for Death,
how to Judge Concerning this matter so, as to be able to Determine whither we our selves be carnally or spiritually minded. Which is a thing of so great Consequence for us to know, that the Peace of our Minds, the true Comfort of our Lives, our due Preparation for Death,
nor a partial Inquiry into our inward Passions, and the Course of our Actions, which can make us capable of passing a true Judgment upon the Temper of our Minds;
nor a partial Inquiry into our inward Passion, and the Course of our Actions, which can make us capable of passing a true Judgement upon the Temper of our Minds;
but there must be a true Light, a serious and diligent Search, frequent Recollection, free and deliberate Thoughts, long Observation and due Comparison of our Selves with our Selves and with the Law of God,
but there must be a true Light, a serious and diligent Search, frequent Recollection, free and deliberate Thoughts, long Observation and due Comparison of our Selves with our Selves and with the Law of God,
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either they look on us with Amazement, as if they were Insensible of such things; or else with Scorn and Contempt, as if we went about to Deceive them. Alas!
either they look on us with Amazement, as if they were Insensible of such things; or Else with Scorn and Contempt, as if we went about to Deceive them. Alas!
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and as though it were a very pleasant Tale, they are troubled only to think it will be so soon at an End. But these are not the Persons, who require any such Care to pass a right Judgment upon them;
and as though it were a very pleasant Tale, they Are troubled only to think it will be so soon At an End. But these Are not the Persons, who require any such Care to pass a right Judgement upon them;
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which may in Reason be supposed to make some Impression on the Minds of the more Ingenuous part of Mankind, who are not given over to such a Reprobate Sense as the former were.
which may in Reason be supposed to make Some Impression on the Minds of the more Ingenuous part of Mankind, who Are not given over to such a Reprobate Sense as the former were.
Now, how to distinguish between frequent good Impressions on the Mind, and an Habitual Temper and Disposition, is not to easie to all who are concerned to distinguish them.
Now, how to distinguish between frequent good Impressions on the Mind, and an Habitual Temper and Disposition, is not to easy to all who Are concerned to distinguish them.
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And yet a Person may be throughly convinced of his Sins, and Tremble at the Apprehension of the Justice and Severity of God against them, he may have many Checks and Reluctancies of Conscience while he goes on to commit them;
And yet a Person may be thoroughly convinced of his Sins, and Tremble At the Apprehension of the justice and Severity of God against them, he may have many Checks and Reluctancies of Conscience while he Goes on to commit them;
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A carnal Mind may have many Spiritual Convictions, and good Motions and Inclinations, but after a time they wear off and leave no lasting Effect behind them;
A carnal Mind may have many Spiritual Convictions, and good Motions and Inclinations, but After a time they wear off and leave no lasting Effect behind them;
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yet the Scripture doth evidently suppose such a thing, when it speaks of the New Birth, and the New Life, and the New Creature, and the Children of God ;
yet the Scripture does evidently suppose such a thing, when it speaks of the New Birth, and the New Life, and the New Creature, and the Children of God;
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all which are very insignificant Terms, if there be not under them something answerable to the First Principles of Life; and if there be not a Divine Spirit dwelling and acting in the Souls of Good Men,
all which Are very insignificant Terms, if there be not under them something answerable to the First Principles of Life; and if there be not a Divine Spirit Dwelling and acting in the Souls of Good Men,
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and raising them up above Carnal and Sensual Objects to things Divine and Spiritual, and carrying them through the Passage of this World so as to prepare them for a better.
and raising them up above Carnal and Sensual Objects to things Divine and Spiritual, and carrying them through the Passage of this World so as to prepare them for a better.
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But there is a great difference between the Spirit struggling against the Flesh in the Carnally minded, and the Flesh struggling against the Spirit in those who are Spiritually minded. For, where there is no perfect Victory, there will be some Opposition;
But there is a great difference between the Spirit struggling against the Flesh in the Carnally minded, and the Flesh struggling against the Spirit in those who Are Spiritually minded. For, where there is no perfect Victory, there will be Some Opposition;
so many unaccountable Fears and such dreadfull Apprehensions of Death and the Consequences of it; that these things must make great Abatements as to such as are truly Spiritually minded.
so many unaccountable Fears and such dreadful Apprehensions of Death and the Consequences of it; that these things must make great Abatements as to such as Are truly Spiritually minded.
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Where the Chief End is the Pleasing our Selves, and the enjoying of any thing as our Happiness under the Supream Good, whatever Thoughts and Intentions we may at some times have, to Repent of our Sins,
Where the Chief End is the Pleasing our Selves, and the enjoying of any thing as our Happiness under the Supreme Good, whatever Thoughts and Intentions we may At Some times have, to repent of our Sins,
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and turn our Souls from the Love of Sin to the Love of God, as long as we continue pursuing a wrong End, we have too great Reason to conclude our Minds to be yet carnal and sold under sin.
and turn our Souls from the Love of since to the Love of God, as long as we continue pursuing a wrong End, we have too great Reason to conclude our Minds to be yet carnal and sold under since.
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man seeming Spiritual Raptures and Ecstasies, and yet there may not be this Spiritual Mind. For the Heats of Enthusiasm may seem to be very Spiritual, but are of another kind;
man seeming Spiritual Raptures and Ecstasies, and yet there may not be this Spiritual Mind. For the Heats of Enthusiasm may seem to be very Spiritual, but Are of Another kind;
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which hath been often accompanied with as vehement an Inclination to Sensual Pleasures; which shews the plain Difference between an Exalted Fancy and a Spiritual Mind.
which hath been often accompanied with as vehement an Inclination to Sensual Pleasures; which shows the plain Difference between an Exalted Fancy and a Spiritual Mind.
It frequently retires from the Noise and Confusion, the Hurry and Vexation of Worldly Affairs, that it may converse more freely with Invisible Objects;
It frequently retires from the Noise and Confusion, the Hurry and Vexation of Worldly Affairs, that it may converse more freely with Invisible Objects;
therefore they are spiritually minded, (for that were to suppose all to be Saints who are not Atheists ;) but there must be such a due Preference in our Minds, of that Invisible and Eternal State, above all that is accounted Great and Desirable here,
Therefore they Are spiritually minded, (for that were to suppose all to be Saints who Are not Atheists;) but there must be such a due Preference in our Minds, of that Invisible and Eternal State, above all that is accounted Great and Desirable Here,
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2. A Spiritual Mind is discerned by the Prevailing Interest. For, as long as we are made up of Flesh and Spirit, there will and must be a Combat between them:
2. A Spiritual Mind is discerned by the Prevailing Interest. For, as long as we Are made up of Flesh and Spirit, there will and must be a Combat between them:
as the Flesh will be too hard for the Spirit at last in those who are carnally minded. If we look on them in the time of the Combat, it will be hard to judge which is most likely to prevail;
as the Flesh will be too hard for the Spirit At last in those who Are carnally minded. If we look on them in the time of the Combat, it will be hard to judge which is most likely to prevail;
and a bad Man may in some fits of Devotion seem so spiritually minded, that one might be apt to think he were quite changed, 'till he returns to his former Practices.
and a bad Man may in Some fits of Devotion seem so spiritually minded, that one might be apt to think he were quite changed, till he returns to his former Practices.
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and of David in the time of his Impenitency after his Sins of Adultery and Murther, we should have thought in common Justice and Charity, the latter had been the carnal, and the former the spiritual-minded man. But it was quite otherwise;
and of David in the time of his Impenitency After his Sins of Adultery and Murder, we should have Thought in Common justice and Charity, the latter had been the carnal, and the former the spiritual-minded man. But it was quite otherwise;
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To give a general Character of a Man from some Violent Passion against the Tenour of his Life, would be like drawing the Picture of a Man in a Fit of an Epilepsy,
To give a general Character of a Man from Some Violent Passion against the Tenor of his Life, would be like drawing the Picture of a Man in a Fit of an Epilepsy,
Sometimes the Vein of Hypocrisy lies deep, and is cover'd over with such a fair outside, that no one can have Reason to mistrust it, 'till it discovers it self,
Sometime the Vein of Hypocrisy lies deep, and is covered over with such a fair outside, that no one can have Reason to mistrust it, till it discovers it self,
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as that there is no such thing as Common Honesty among men, because some who have long born the name of Honest men have been found great Cheats and Impostors.
as that there is no such thing as Common Honesty among men, Because Some who have long born the name of Honest men have been found great Cheats and Impostors.
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It is observed by Cicero 3. de Rep. That Mankind come into the World in a very ill Condition, with a Body naked, frail and infirm, with a Mind subject to Troubles, dejected with Fears, impatient of Labour, prone to Lust;
It is observed by Cicero 3. de Rep. That Mankind come into the World in a very ill Condition, with a Body naked, frail and infirm, with a Mind Subject to Troubles, dejected with Fears, impatient of Labour, prove to Lust;
for as God hath given us Inferiour Faculties suitable to the Constitution of our Bodies, so he hath likewise Superiour, which are capable of Controlling and Governing them.
for as God hath given us Inferior Faculties suitable to the Constitution of our Bodies, so he hath likewise Superior, which Are capable of Controlling and Governing them.
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But such is the Goodness and Mercy of God towards Mankind, that he hath never refused to accept those, who have sincerely endeavour'd to do his Will according to the Measure of that Assistance which he hath given them.
But such is the goodness and Mercy of God towards Mankind, that he hath never refused to accept those, who have sincerely endeavoured to do his Will according to the Measure of that Assistance which he hath given them.
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yet they had extraordinary Testimonies of God's Approving their Integrity and passing by those Faults which were contrary to the general Design and Tenour of their Lives.
yet they had extraordinary Testimonies of God's Approving their Integrity and passing by those Faults which were contrary to the general Design and Tenor of their Lives.
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But, if we more strictly consider these two Cases, we shall find there was something very provoking in the Circumstances of them, which made God so much more displeased with the Committing them.
But, if we more strictly Consider these two Cases, we shall find there was something very provoking in the circumstances of them, which made God so much more displeased with the Committing them.
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yet at last he happen'd to fail in some Part of his Duty, and God was so angry with him, that he would not hear his Prayer for going into Canaan, but he cut him off in the Wilderness at last,
yet At last he happened to fail in Some Part of his Duty, and God was so angry with him, that he would not hear his Prayer for going into Canaan, but he Cut him off in the Wilderness At last,
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But what was this Sin of Moses which made God so highly displeased with him? If we read the passage as it is related in the History of the Fact, it is not so easie to find it out.
But what was this since of Moses which made God so highly displeased with him? If we read the passage as it is related in the History of the Fact, it is not so easy to find it out.
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the Psalmist saith, they provoked his Spirit, so that he spake unadvisedly with his Lips. After all, the sin of Moses was a Mixture of Anger and some kind of Infidelity:
the Psalmist Says, they provoked his Spirit, so that he spoke unadvisedly with his Lips. After all, the since of Moses was a Mixture of Anger and Some kind of Infidelity:
as appears by their Words to the People, Hear now, ye Rebels, must we fetch you Water out of the Rock? Which Expression doth not give God the Glory he expected from them;
as appears by their Words to the People, Hear now, you Rebels, must we fetch you Water out of the Rock? Which Expression does not give God the Glory he expected from them;
What was the Cause of all this Severity against David? Was it such an unpardonable Sin for a King to understand the Number of his People? Suppose it a Failing,
What was the Cause of all this Severity against David? Was it such an unpardonable since for a King to understand the Number of his People? Suppose it a Failing,
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yet why should God be so angry for one such Failing in him that had served God so sincerely as David had done? There must be something Extraordinary in this Case;
yet why should God be so angry for one such Failing in him that had served God so sincerely as David had done? There must be something Extraordinary in this Case;
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It was not a meer piece of Vanity and Ostentation in David, (altho' that be Displeasing to God,) but it was a thing (as designed by him) which was generally look'd on as inconsistent with the Fundamental Promise made to Abraham ;
It was not a mere piece of Vanity and Ostentation in David, (although that be Displeasing to God,) but it was a thing (as designed by him) which was generally looked on as inconsistent with the Fundamental Promise made to Abraham;
and so it is mention'd in the Chronicles, why the Numbering was not exactly taken, because the Lord had said He would increase Israel like the Stars of the Heavens.
and so it is mentioned in the Chronicles, why the Numbering was not exactly taken, Because the Lord had said He would increase Israel like the Stars of the Heavens.
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Which seems to imply that there was a general Notion received among the People, that since God promised to increase them beyond Number, no one ought to go about to take the Exact Number of them.
Which seems to imply that there was a general Notion received among the People, that since God promised to increase them beyond Number, not one ought to go about to take the Exact Number of them.
But I have something farther to offer, for the clearing these two difficult Cases, viz. that there is a Difference to be observed between the Rule of God's Proceedings with particular Persons,
But I have something farther to offer, for the clearing these two difficult Cases, viz. that there is a Difference to be observed between the Rule of God's Proceedings with particular Persons,
It seems he was so much concerned as to pray to God, and that earnestly, that he would give him leave to conduct the People into Canaan: but God would not grant his Request.
It seems he was so much concerned as to pray to God, and that earnestly, that he would give him leave to conduct the People into Canaan: but God would not grant his Request.
Furthermore the Lord was angry with me for your sakes, and sware that I should not go over Jordan, &c. So that the Blow which was given to the Head was for the sake of the whole Body.
Furthermore the Lord was angry with me for your sakes, and sware that I should not go over Jordan, etc. So that the Blow which was given to the Head was for the sake of the Whole Body.
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And it is remarkable in the Case of David, that before he fell into the Sin of Numbering the People, The Anger of the Lord was kindled against Israel;
And it is remarkable in the Case of David, that before he fell into the since of Numbering the People, The Anger of the Lord was kindled against Israel;
From whence it is evident, that the Sins of a People may provoke God to let Princes fall into such Sins, which may give just Occasion to God to punish both together.
From whence it is evident, that the Sins of a People may provoke God to let Princes fallen into such Sins, which may give just Occasion to God to Punish both together.
But this is a very different Case from the Method of God's dealings with particular Persons with Regard to their Integrity, according to the Terms of the Covenant of Grace.
But this is a very different Case from the Method of God's dealings with particular Persons with Regard to their Integrity, according to the Terms of the Covenant of Grace.
And that will appear by comparing them together, (1.) As under Equal Circumstances. (2.) As under unequal Circumstances. 1. As under Equal Circumstances.
And that will appear by comparing them together, (1.) As under Equal circumstances. (2.) As under unequal circumstances. 1. As under Equal circumstances.
and judge only by Appearance, would be apt to think that those who do allow themselves all the Liberties which a Carnal Mind doth incline them to, have very much the Advantage of those who are under the Restraints of a Spiritual Mind ;
and judge only by Appearance, would be apt to think that those who do allow themselves all the Liberties which a Carnal Mind does incline them to, have very much the Advantage of those who Are under the Restraints of a Spiritual Mind;
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whereas such who are not under these Difficulties, seem to lead the most pleasant and easie Lives, enjoying themselves and being full of Noise and Confidence and appear to be all Mirth and Good Humour.
whereas such who Are not under these Difficulties, seem to led the most pleasant and easy Lives, enjoying themselves and being full of Noise and Confidence and appear to be all Mirth and Good Humour.
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and make them conclude with the Roman Orator, That one Day spent according to the Rules of Vertue were to be preferr'd before everlasting Debaucheries.
and make them conclude with the Roman Orator, That one Day spent according to the Rules of Virtue were to be preferred before everlasting Debaucheries.
but a Man of Wit and Sense, of Quality and Experience, who had Opportunities and Means enough to have pursued the most Sensual and Voluptuous Course of Life;
but a Man of Wit and Sense, of Quality and Experience, who had Opportunities and Means enough to have pursued the most Sensual and Voluptuous Course of Life;
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which yet we see out of Judgment and Choice he despised, and preferr'd a far shorter life according to the Rules of Vertue, before a Vicious Immortality.
which yet we see out of Judgement and Choice he despised, and preferred a Far shorter life according to the Rules of Virtue, before a Vicious Immortality.
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And yet, how short were the Incouragements to a Good Life, and the Dissuasives from Sin among the best of them, in Comparison of what we all know now by the Gospel of Christ? They went no farther than meer Natural Reason and the Common Sense of Mankind carried them;
And yet, how short were the Encouragements to a Good Life, and the Dissuasives from since among the best of them, in Comparison of what we all know now by the Gospel of christ? They went no farther than mere Natural Reason and the Common Sense of Mankind carried them;
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and that there will be a great and terrible day, wherein men must receive according to their Works, whether they be Good or Evil. And will not this dreadfull Consideration awaken the Drowsie and Secure Sinner and make him look about him betimes,
and that there will be a great and terrible day, wherein men must receive according to their Works, whither they be Good or Evil. And will not this dreadful Consideration awaken the Drowsy and Secure Sinner and make him look about him betimes,
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as to enter into the Consideration of his Ways, and to look back on the former Course of his Life, to examin and compare that with the Law of God by which he must be judged? And if we have but Patience to do this, he will have no farther Patience with himself,
as to enter into the Consideration of his Ways, and to look back on the former Course of his Life, to examine and compare that with the Law of God by which he must be judged? And if we have but Patience to do this, he will have no farther Patience with himself,
And if this be the Result, as it ought to be, of all the distinguishing sinfull Pleasures of a carnal Mind, I leave it to the most impartial Mind to Resolve whether there will be the least Advantage by pursuing them.
And if this be the Result, as it ought to be, of all the distinguishing sinful Pleasures of a carnal Mind, I leave it to the most impartial Mind to Resolve whither there will be the least Advantage by pursuing them.
But it is no such easie matter to Run down the Principles of Vertue and Religion, they have stood the Shock of all the Sarcasms and Reproaches of former Times;
But it is no such easy matter to Run down the Principles of Virtue and Religion, they have stood the Shock of all the Sarcasms and Reproaches of former Times;
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and whose Terror is said to be as everlasting as the Joys of Heaven. And shall not the Apprehension of such a Death, as this, so dreadfull, so unavoidable,
and whose Terror is said to be as everlasting as the Joys of Heaven. And shall not the Apprehension of such a Death, as this, so dreadful, so unavoidable,
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For, it is the best Improvement of our Minds, which are Spiritual. It is, the purging and refining them from the Dross and Corruption which debased them.
For, it is the best Improvement of our Minds, which Are Spiritual. It is, the purging and refining them from the Dross and Corruption which debased them.
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and fitting them for a perpetual Conversation with Divine and Spiritual Objects. And what then can be more agreeable to the best Part of our Selves here,
and fitting them for a perpetual Conversation with Divine and Spiritual Objects. And what then can be more agreeable to the best Part of our Selves Here,
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than to have a Mind so disengaged from this World and so fit for a better? So that we may be content to take a View of the Worst which can be supposed as to Disadvantage here, which is, that Good Men may be under Unequal Circumstances as to their Condition in this Life;
than to have a Mind so disengaged from this World and so fit for a better? So that we may be content to take a View of the Worst which can be supposed as to Disadvantage Here, which is, that Good Men may be under Unequal circumstances as to their Condition in this Life;
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There are two sorts of Troubles we are to Expect in this World, (1.) Such as we bring upon our Selves by our own Acts: (2.) Such as are common to all Mankind:
There Are two sorts of Troubles we Are to Expect in this World, (1.) Such as we bring upon our Selves by our own Acts: (2.) Such as Are Common to all Mankind:
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Is there any thing in this, which overthrows the Advantage of a Spiritual Mind above a Carnal? Can a Carnal Mind secure Men from Pains and Diseases, from Losses and Disappointments? Nay doth not the Pursuit of Carnal Pleasures bring more Troubles upon Men in this Life,
Is there any thing in this, which overthrows the Advantage of a Spiritual Mind above a Carnal? Can a Carnal Mind secure Men from Pains and Diseases, from Losses and Disappointments? Nay does not the Pursuit of Carnal Pleasures bring more Troubles upon Men in this Life,
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than the Case of Persecution doth upon the best Christians? If the Loathsome Diseases, the Reproachfull and Untimely Deaths, which of all things ought to be most avoided, by such who believe no Life after this, be compared with the Pains and Martyrdoms of those who have suffer'd for their Religion, these will appear to be far more Eligible than the other,
than the Case of Persecution does upon the best Christians? If the Loathsome Diseases, the Reproachful and Untimely Death's, which of all things ought to be most avoided, by such who believe no Life After this, be compared with the Pains and Martyrdoms of those who have suffered for their Religion, these will appear to be Far more Eligible than the other,
(1.) Reflection. When Epicurus was in his last Agonies under the Stone, what a miserable way was it for him to go about to comfort himself, by Reflecting upon his Atoms and his Maxims, his Imaginary Notion of the Happiness of Life consisting in Pleasure,
(1.) Reflection. When Epicurus was in his last Agonies under the Stone, what a miserable Way was it for him to go about to Comfort himself, by Reflecting upon his Atoms and his Maxims, his Imaginary Notion of the Happiness of Life consisting in Pleasure,
when his Life was so near being ended by Excessive Pain? But a Good Man that hath sincerely endeavour'd to serve God in his Generation, and to do all the Good he could,
when his Life was so near being ended by Excessive Pain? But a Good Man that hath sincerely endeavoured to serve God in his Generation, and to do all the Good he could,
and to promote the Interests of Religion and Vertue in the World, may in the midst of many Failings and Infirmities, look back with Comfort on the Course of his former Life,
and to promote the Interests of Religion and Virtue in the World, may in the midst of many Failings and Infirmities, look back with Comfort on the Course of his former Life,
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and what a miserable Case are those in, who have nothing to look for but Judgment and Fiery Indignation, which shall consume the Adversaries of God and Religion?
and what a miserable Case Are those in, who have nothing to look for but Judgement and Fiery Indignation, which shall consume the Adversaries of God and Religion?
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But O the Blessed Hope and Joyfull Expectation that attends a Spiritual Mind ! Especially when it is Enliven'd and Assisted by the Powerfull Influences of Divine Grace.
But O the Blessed Hope and Joyful Expectation that attends a Spiritual Mind! Especially when it is Enlivened and Assisted by the Powerful Influences of Divine Grace.
For without that, even Good Men may be liable to some Dejections and Fears as to another World, from the vastness of the Change, the Sense of their Failings, the Weakness of their Minds,
For without that, even Good Men may be liable to Some Dejections and Fears as to Another World, from the vastness of the Change, the Sense of their Failings, the Weakness of their Minds,
yet when God is pleased to Conduct his Servants through it, he makes it a happy Passage into a State of a Glorious Immortality and Everlasting Life and Peace. To which God, &c. FINIS.
yet when God is pleased to Conduct his Servants through it, he makes it a happy Passage into a State of a Glorious Immortality and Everlasting Life and Peace. To which God, etc. FINIS.
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